Understanding Ground Conditions
Plain-English technical guides written by GID’s engineering team, covering testing methods, seismic site classification, foundation design, and Caribbean-specific ground investigation challenges.
Published Articles
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CPT vs. Boreholes: Which Ground Investigation Method Is Right for Your Project?
Understanding the key differences between CPT and conventional drilling, and when to use each.
Read Article →Site Classification Using Vs30: Why It Matters for Caribbean Buildings
How Vs30 determines your site’s Seismic Site Class, and why it’s frequently skipped on Caribbean projects.
Read Article →Pile Integrity Testing Explained: What Happens After the Concrete Is Poured
How low-strain PIT works, what the wave trace reveals, and why it matters for Caribbean deep foundation QC.
Read Article →Editorial Calendar
Articles in development
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Liquefaction Risk in Reclaimed Coastal Land: What Developers Should Know
Foundation Design
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