Interpreting WOODPECKER Measurements
Interpreting WOODPECKER Measurements How to estimate wood density from mm readings and what influences the result The WOODPECKER is used to assess wood condition by measuring penetration depth at a fixed impact energy. In practice, users often ask the same question: how do you interpret a reading in millimetres, and can that value be linked […]
PDA & DLT Pile Testing Explained | ASTM D4945 Dynamic Load Testing
PDA & DLT Pile Testing in Accordance with ASTM D4945 From Accurate Measurements to Reliable Static Bearing Capacity Dynamic pile testing, including Pile Driving Analysis (PDA) and Dynamic Load Testing (DLT), is widely used to assess pile behaviour and bearing capacity during and after installation. When performed correctly, these methods provide a reliable and efficient […]
Vibration measurements during pile driving
Pile Driving Vibration Monitoring: Prevent Damage and Claims with the VIBRA 5+ Pile driving is essential for many construction projects, but it also introduces risk. The VIBRA 5+ gives you real-time insight, instant alerts, and professional reporting, so you stay in control and remain compliant. Real-time cloud monitoring SBR A and SBR B ready DIN […]
Acoustic Integrity Testing of Foundation Piles
Insights from Research Using the Profound SIT Series Acoustic integrity testing of foundation piles has been an important technique in the foundation industry for many decades. Internationally it is known as low strain integrity testing. On construction sites it is often simply called the hammer test. The goal is straightforward. The method provides a quick […]
Why the VIBRA5+ and the Profound Portal Are Essential for Modern Vibration Monitoring
Why the VIBRA5+ and the Profound Portal Are Essential for Modern Vibration Monitoring Vibration measurements have become an important part of construction and infrastructure projects. Where monitoring used to be limited to large piling works, it is now a standard requirement for many types of activities. Municipalities set strict rules, residents expect transparency and contractors […]
What is Vibration Monitoring
What Is Vibration Monitoring Vibration monitoring is the continuous measurement of motion in buildings, ground or machinery. It helps engineers, contractors, and plant operators understand risk, performance, and compliance. In practice, vibration monitoring means measuring velocity or acceleration, tracking Peak Particle Velocity (PPV) and dominant frequency, and comparing the results with accepted limits or historical […]