GeoMil Truck Mounted Dutch Cone Penetrometers
 

Cone penetration tests (CPT) are since long a common and standard static sounding method for site investigations. GeoMil Equipment B.V. (previously Goudsche Machinefabriek or GMF GOUDA) manufactures high quality CPT equipment since 1932.

As the required pushing force to drive in the CPT cones is up to 200kN it is essential to counterweight the pushing penetrometer in a sufficient and effective way.

The GeoMil trucks are specially designed and ballasted for providing the appropriate reaction force for reliable CPT soundings and simultaneously they ensure for comfortable working conditions and highly mobility and accessibility of the units even in rough terrain.

All CPT units are designed and built to clients specifications in order to meet the specific local requirements. The units can be delivered and serviced world-wide.

200kN CPT truck based on on MAN TGA 33.430 6x6
CPT Truck based on MAN TGA 33.430 6x6

200kN CPT truck based on Mercedes Actros 6x6
CPT Truck based on Mercedes Actros 6x6

The CPT trucks can be based on any all-wheel drive truck of any brand while experience has shown that Mercedes and MAN are the preferred brands.
The truck can either be supplied by the client for conversion or can be supplied by GeoMil. The CPT performance will be tailored to client requirements and truck capacities.

The GeoMil CPT trucks are commonly equipped with the new design of the versatile GME 200 kN penetrometer pusher, HAWE electrically controlled hydraulic valves, Mitsubishi PLC technology for automatic hydraulic control and intelligent valve addressing, state-of-the-art data acquisition system, latest industrial computer, fully automated depth registration with rebound compensator, acoustically and thermally insulated cabin, bellows with steel rings and all sliding tinged windows.

All units are designed for maximum working safety, comfort (low noise level) and respect the environment of man and nature. They combine optimum terrain capabilities with high CPT production rates.

Among others, the CPT trucks can be supplied with the following options:

  • Automatic hydraulic catching clamp
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  • Automatic clamping device
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  • Communication and alarm system
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  • GPS system
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  • GSM-based data transfer system
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  • Automated levelling system
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  • Air compressor with airgun
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  • Radiator or independent diesel heating
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  • Air-conditioning
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  • Sine-wave inverter
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  • Camera system for positioning purposes
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  • Radio / CD-player
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    You can download a technical description exemplary featuring the GeoMil response to a 200kN CPT truck enquiry.


    Examples of High Productivity CPT Trucks


    Units with 200kN pushing capacity
    CPT truck
    CPT truck
    CPT truck
    CPT truck
    200kN, Mercedes Actros 6x6
    200kN, MAN TGA 26.390 6x6
    200kN, Mercedes 2629 AK 6x6
    200kN, Steyr 32-S-31 6x6
     
    Units with less than 200kN pushing capacity
    165kN, Mercedes 2831 AK 6x6
    125kN, Unimog U2450L 4x4
    100kN, Unimog 1700L 4x4
       
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