In Brandon Manitoba, the glacial till and clay layers can be deceptive. We often see projects where a simple visual log misses key changes in soil behavior. That is why we rely on the CPT (Cone Penetration Test) for continuous, real-time data. The cone pushes through the ground, measuring tip resistance and sleeve friction every 2 cm. This method gives us a detailed soil profile without the downtime of sampling. For projects requiring both shear strength and stratigraphy, we combine CPT with presurometro readings to capture lateral stress. The results feed directly into foundation design under NBCC 2020.
Continuous cone penetration profiles reveal hidden soil transitions that discrete sampling misses entirely. Real data, fewer surprises.