MATERIALS AND GEOTECHNICAL
Geotechnical Services
- Undisturbed Soil Sampling
- Standard Penetration Tests (SPT, SPT(c))
- Dynamic Probing (DPH/DPSH)
- Core Drilling
- Plate Load Testing
- Pile Testing
- Triaxial Testing
- Direct Shear Testing
- Consolidation Testing
- Permeability Testing
- Compressive Strength
Rankin provides geotechnical and geophysical services in the field using our own equipment in Zambia and Southern Africa. This can be carried out in support of foundation design for civil and structural engineering projects. Rankin also provides pile testing and reporting services.
Laboratory Services
- Soil Testing
- Aggregate Testing
- Concrete Testing
- Bitumen Testing
- Asphalt Testing
Our laboratory is accredited in accordance with the recognised international standard ISO/IEC 17025:2017. Situated at Rankin’s head office in Lusaka, and operating since the mid 90’s, our lab has provided technical support to a wide variety of projects undertaken in the construction industry, including many of the largest infrastructure projects in Zambia. Equipped with state-of-the art facilities, and personnel undergoing regular training and professional development, Rankin is proud to offer excellence in the materials and geotechnical field to suit our Client’s needs. Project reports are prepared for all assignments, issued by qualified geotechnical engineers, and to the highest standards.