DFI of India Ground Improvement Workshop
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
DFI of India Training Committee organizes numerous training sessions covering various deep foundation technologies and other geotechnical subjects catering to owners, consultants, contractors, service providers, and academia, etc. These topics are carefully chosen based on industry demand and technical importance. Following the significant success of two training programs focusing on Support Fluids and Tremie Concrete in 2023, DFI of India Training Committee is pleased to announce another program with the theme Ground Improvement for Foundation Construction.
This program will be conducted as an in-person workshop at the Raj Park Hotel, a distinguished 4-star hotel located in Chennai. The workshop will also allow online participation.
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Program Details
Date & Time: May 18, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. IST
Venue:Raj Park Hotel, 180, TT Krishnamachari Rd, Parthasarathypuram, Alwarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Mode of Workshop:Hybrid (in-person and online attendance)
Ground Improvement
Ground improvement encompasses a range of techniques and methodologies used to enhance the engineering properties of soil, particularly in construction projects. Its significance in civil engineering and construction cannot be overstated. It offers a cost-effective alternative to more intrusive methods such as excavation and soil replacement, especially in urban settings where space is constrained and disruption must be minimized. Additionally, ground improvement techniques enable engineers to optimize foundation performance, thereby reducing the risks associated with settlement, uneven load distribution, and long-term structural failures. This practice plays a crucial role in infrastructure development, addressing challenges posed by varying soil conditions, urbanization, and seismic activity.