MIRARCO - GRC (Geomechanics Research Centre)

GRC (Geomechanics Research Centre)

GRC conducts "engineering and scientific research and development in the field of geotechnical engineering," applying its findings to "promote safer and more economical excavations at depth." GRC's primary concern is geological risk assessment and management.

GRC's expertise includes:

  • Static and Impact Testing of Support
  • Performance Assessments
  • Support in Burst-prone Ground
  • Drillability Assessment
  • The Potash Roof Inspection System (PRIS) and the CRack Identification System (CRIS) (both are types of Ground-Penetrating Radar systems).
  • Borehole Acoustic Televiewer

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