Geotechnical Laboratory

Geotechnical testing is a pivotal part of any ground investigation, and crucial to ensuring your development’s success.

Geotechnical testing is a pivotal part of any ground investigation, and crucial to ensuring your development’s success. At Lucion, we understand the critical role that geotechnical testing plays in every stage of your project, from initial site assessment to final design and construction.

Our Specialist Geotechnical Laboratory

Operating since 1936, our specialist geotechnical laboratory, Lucion Ground Engineering, analyses natural and made ground to characterise site conditions. As a UKAS accredited testing laboratory No. 8180, we ensure that our testing and calibration meet the highest standards. Additionally, our commitment to quality is reflected in certifications including ISO 17025:2017 and ISO 9001:2015.

Comprehensive Soil Testing Services

Our geotechnical and soil testing services are indispensable for designing foundations, slopes, roads, and earthworks. We offer a comprehensive range of soil testing services, including:

Classification tests: Particle size distribution, Atterberg limits, specific gravity
Strength tests: Triaxial, direct shear, unconfined compression
Compressibility tests: Oedometer, swirling characteristics
Compaction Testing: MCV, CBR
Chemical analysis: pH, sulfate, organic content
Triaxial permeability tests and constant head permeability tests
Empirical Index testing (Puddleclay test)
Dispersion testing (Pinhole test)
Shrinkage testing (linear testing)

These tests support the design of foundations, slopes, embankments, and road pavements, ensuring the safety, stability, and longevity of your development.

High-Quality Data and Reports

Our services are offered in conjunction with our site investigation and consultancy, ensuring high-quality data and reports that meet industry standards. Our experienced team of geotechnical engineers, geologists, and laboratory technicians work closely with you to develop a testing program that meets your specific needs and objectives.

Expert Guidance and Support

At Lucion, we don’t just test; we unearth crucial insights, ensuring your project’s success. Our team provides expert guidance and support throughout the entire development process, helping you navigate potential pitfalls and protect your investment.

Collaborate with our certified teams to access the data and insights you need to make informed decisions about your development.

Matt Hartnup,Laboratory Manager

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General enquiries:

Phone: +44 (0)345 5040 303
info@luciongroup.com

If you would like to discuss your project, you can arrange a call with one of our consultants today

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Case studies

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Geo-environmental Surveying at West Midlands Interchange

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Geotechnical Consulting for National Car Parks

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Geotechnical Engineering at Longleat Safari Park

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Trusted Geotechnical Laboratory Services

UKAS Accredited – Testing

Our geotechnical laboratory operates under the legal entity Lucion Ground Engineering. Lucion Ground Engineering is a UKAS-accredited testing laboratory No. 8180.

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AGS Member

Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd is a member of the Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists (AGS).

ISO 17025:2017

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Geotechnical Laboratory

Testimonials

Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd has provided invaluable advice on the environmental elements at West Midlands Interchange allowing us as owners and development managers to proceed with confidence on this complex and challenging scheme. Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd has worked with sensitivity and flexibility around the various land ownership issues encountered and combined seamlessly with the other members of the professional team to help move through the purchase of the site towards enabling works, infrastructure, and unit construction. We look forward to continuing our work with the team to deliver this exciting and significant logistics scheme.

Michael Kirkland Logistics Capital Partners

Thorough risk assessment, considerate of the nature of the proposed development. Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd identified pragmatic, cost-saving solutions designed to reduce disposal requirements and negate potential risks to future development.

Royal Albert Docks Representative

Solving the unique multi-faceted equation of difficult geology, surface water discharge restrictions, low carbon construction and a very tight budget could have been at least very disruptive to the project, and at worst could have prevented the project from being completed. This was accomplished far more easily due to the collaborative, flexible, innovative and always attentive involvement of Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd. I look forward to involving the team in all future projects with a need for geological investigation, management of potential waste and compliance with Environmental bodies.

Ken Bassett Senior Site Manager, Morgan Sindall

The project team have provided invaluable advice and expert reports on the geo-environmental aspects of this complex site culminating in obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals from the Local Authority, Natural England and the Environment Agency to allow the development to proceed. The team have allowed us to proceed with confidence on this complex and challenging scheme. We look forward to working with the team throughout the enabling/construction works and also on future brownfield regeneration projects.

James Mawson Director

Geotechnical Laboratory FAQs

Precision is our commitment. Our analysts are the backbone of our accuracy. Through regular internal quality assurance and participation in external proficiency testing, we continuously refine and validate our processes. This dedication ensures the highest level of accuracy in every result we deliver. Your trust is our priority.

Our suite of geotechnical testing reveals intricate ground characteristics, serving as a proactive measure to mitigate risks and ensure the lasting structural integrity of your buildings and assets. Through our geotechnical lab testing services and site investigation services, we provide the foundation for your project’s reliability.

Lucion strictly adheres to internationally recognised UKAS-accredited testing methods, aligning seamlessly with the highest industry standards such as BS1377, EN17892, and ISRM. Your project’s integrity is fortified through our commitment to excellence.

We understand the unique nature of each project. Our services are not one-size-fits-all; they are meticulously crafted to be flexible and adaptable, ensuring they can be seamlessly customised to meet the specific requirements of your project. Your needs shape our solutions.

The choice is yours. We provide the flexibility you need. Opt for standalone lab services or leverage the synergy of integrating them with our site investigation and consultancy services. We align our offerings with your project goals, ensuring a tailored and cohesive approach that suits your preferences.