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M/S.

MEGA CONSULT CONSULTING ENGINEERS Date: 29th August 2009


P.B.No. 114012, ABU DHABI, U.A.E Report No. ASI/09-048
Tel: 02-6419443 Page 1/1
Fax: 02-6419447

SUBJECT : SITE INVESTIGATION REPORT

PROJECT : PROPOSED GULF RUBBER FACTORY IN AL AIN


FOR M/S OMNIX INTERNATIONAL L.L.C.
AT INDUSTRIAL CITY, SECTOR 3, STREET 900
AL AIN, UAE.

Dear Sirs,

We are pleased to submit herewith, report of the site investigation for the above project,
Proposed Gulf Rubber Factory in Al Ain for M/S Omnix International L.L.C. at Industrial City,
Sector 3, Street 900, Al Ain, U.A.E. This investigation was carried out in reference to the
Consultant's request dated 12th August 2009.

The contents of this report are the results of the field and laboratory investigations,
geotechnical analysis and interpretation of the findings, and the conclusions and
recommendations to aid the design and construction of the foundations.

For further details, please contact our office or the undersigned at your convenience. We
would like to thank you for your confidence and look forward to be of service to you again in
the near future.

For and on Behalf of


MATRIX ENGINEERING LABORATORY
For Geotechnical Services & Material Testing

Eng. Rashid Ali Mohamoud


General Manager
SITE INVESTIGATION REPORT

FOR

PROPOSED
GULF RUBBER FACTORY IN AL AIN
FOR M/S OMNIX INTERNATIONAL L.L.C.
AT INDUSTRIAL CITY, SECTOR 3
STREET 900, AL AIN, UAE.

JOB No.: ASI/09-048

AUGUST 2009

CLIENT CONSULTANT
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page No.

I. PART 1 - GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION

1.0 INTRODUCTION..1
2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION..2
3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION2
4.0 REGIONAL GEOLOGY AND PREVAILING WEATHER CONDITIONS.2
5.0 FIELD WORK3
6.0 LABORATORY TESTING...5
7.0 GROUND CONDITIONS.6
8.0 FOUNDATION RECOMMENDATION. ....7
9.0 FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTION...11
10.0 FOUNDATION CONCRETE.12
IMPORTANT NOTES...13

LIST OF APPENDICES:

APPENDIX A SITE PLAN & BOREHOLE LAYOUT PLAN

APPENDIX B BOREHOLE LOGS

APPENDIX C LABORATORY TEST RESULTS


- Particle Size Distribution Analysis
- Sedimentation by Hydrometer Method
- Atterberg Limit
- Chemical Analysis of Soil

APPENDIX D RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CONCRETE


(Extract of BS 8500-1 and 2:2006)
LIST OF TABLE:
TABLE No. 1 EXPLORATORY BOREHOLES DETAILS
TABLE No. 2 SUMMARY OF LABORATORY TESTS PERFORMED
TABLE No. 3 GENERALIZED GEOLOGICAL SUB- SURFACE STRATUM

TABLE No. 4 RECOMMENDED DESIGN PARAMETERS

TABLE No. 5 SOIL PROFILE TYPE

LIST OF FIGURES:
FIGURE No. 1 SITE PLAN

FIGURE No. 2 BOREHOLE LAYOUT PLAN

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II. PART 2 - TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY

1.0 INTRODUCTION..1
2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION..1
3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION1
4.0 TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY.2

LIST OF APPENDIX:

APPENDIX A TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY PLAN

II. PART 3 - BACKFILL MATERIAL TESTING

1.0 INTRODUCTION..1
2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION..1
3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION1
4.0 SAMPLING....1
5.0 LABORATORY TESTING...2
6.0 BACKFILL AND COMPACTION CRITERIA.3

LIST OF APPENDICES:

APPENDIX A SUMMARY OF LABORATORY TEST RESULTS OF BACKFILL MATERIALS


- Particle Size Distribution Analysis
- Atterberg Limit
- Chemical Analysis of Soil
- Organic Matter Content
- Moisture Content Dry Density Relationship (Modified Proctor)
LIST OF TABLE:

TABLE No. 1 SUMMARY OF LABORATORY TEST PERFORMED

II. PART 4 - SITE AND FIELD WORKS PHOTOGRAPHS

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PART - 1

GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION REPORT

ASI/09-048
1.0 INTRODUCTION

This report presents the results of the initial geotechnical investigation for the Proposed
Gulf Rubber Factory in Al Ain for M/S Omnix International L.L.C. at Industrial City,
adjacent to the Plot No.905, Sector 3, Street 900, Al Ain, U.A.E.

This investigation was carried out according to the Consultant's (M/S Mega Consult
Consulting Engineers) request dated 12th August 2009 and subsequent to handing over
the site for field work.

1.1 Purpose of Study

The purpose of the study is to determine the surface and subsurface conditions at
the proposed site and the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of the
foundation ground in order to provide the structural engineer with sufficient
information for the design of the most suitable and safe foundation.

1.2 Scope of Works

The scope of works consists of the following:


Collecting information and maps particular to the proposed site.

Making inspection visits to the site to collect information about the present
land use, surface topography, geological features and surface drainage.

Collecting information about the site history like land use before the
development and presence of underground services.

Drilling of two (2) exploratory boreholes to a termination depth of 15.0m each


below the existing ground level with sampling.

Carrying out the necessary laboratory tests on samples.

Performing engineering analysis from field and laboratory findings.

Developing conclusions and recommendations on a suitable foundation


design for the proposed structures.

1.3 Standards and Codes of Practice

Unless otherwise specified in this document, all equipments, materials and


procedures associated with this work comply with current editions of following
relevant Standards and Codes of Practice.

BS 1377:1990, Part-9 (AMD8264-95), Method of Test for Soils for Civil


Engineering Purposes.

BS 5930:1999, Code of Practice for Site Investigations.

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2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The proposed project envisages the construction of ground and ground plus one floor
buildings for Gulf Rubber Factory in Al Ain for M/S Omnix International L.L.C. No further
structural loading details were provided at the time of preparing this report.

3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION

The site lies in Sector 3, Street 900, adjacent to the Plot No.905, Industrial City, Al Ain
U.A.E. The site location is shown in Figure No.1, Appendix A. Ground levels are related to
TBM (+300.0m) level established on the adjacent asphalt road. At the time of
investigation, the site was uneven and vacant.

Site photographs are presented in Part 4.

The site plan and topographic survey plan with borehole locations are presented in
Appendix A.

4.0 REGIONAL GEOLOGY AND PREVAILING WEATHER CONDITIONS

The geology of the United Arab Emirates, and the Arabian Gulf area, has been
substantially influenced by the deposition of marine sediments associated with numerous
sea level changes during relatively recent geological time. With the exception of
mountainous regions shared with Oman in the north-east, the country is relatively low-lying;
with near-surface geology dominated by Quaternary to late Pleistocene age, mobile
Aeolian dune sands, and sabkha / evaporates deposits.

Conditions in UAE area essentially consist of a linear coastline dissected by channels or


creeks. Superficial deposits consist of beach dune sands together with marine sands and
silts. In addition, wind erosion, capillary action and evaporation has led to extensive
sabkha deposits in certain areas, notably around the creeks. These superficial deposits
are underlain by alternating beds of calcarenite, carbonate sandstone, sands and
cemented sands.

The site is situated in Al Ain where a hot arid climate prevails. A hot arid climate is one
where evaporation exceeds precipitation - such as rain, snow and dewfall. This climate
regime produces characteristic hot desert terrains. Average annual rainfall may only be a
few centimeters (even only a few millimeters in some parts) which usually occurs
seasonally and sometimes only from a single cloudburst. Summer shade temperatures are
frequently in excess 40C. Strong persistent winds are normal in many areas. This
unfavorable climate imposes adverse conditions on the concrete structures, such as:

- High temperature and high seasonal changes.


- Strong drying winds.
- Windborne dust.
- High solar radiation.

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5.0 FIELD WORK

5.1 Objectives

To determine the general nature of the subsurface strata at the site.

To retrieve the subsurface strata samples for both chemical and geotechnical
analysis.

To assess geotechnical parameters of the subsurface strata at the site for


foundation recommendations.

5.2 Scope of works

5.2.1 Drilling

The drilling was performed on 20th August 2009, which included the following
tasks:

Drilling of two (2) exploratory boreholes to a termination depth of 15.0m each


below the existing ground level with;

- Regular split-spoon sampling during Standard Penetration Tests (S.P.Ts) in soils.

Co-ordinates of the boreholes required for the sub-surface investigation were


located by MATRIX's Surveyor and are shown on borehole layout plan, Figure
No.2, Appendix A.

Borehole number, drilled depth, co-ordinate and elevation of each borehole are
shown individually on the respective borehole log and are summarized in Table
No.1.

TABLE No.1: Exploratory boreholes details


Drilled Co-ordinates
Elevation
BH No. depth
(m)
(m) Easting Northing

BH01 15.0 347377.51 2656228.08 298.19


BH02 15.0 347309.29 2656240.15 299.31

Notes:
1. Co-ordinates are referenced to UTM WGS -84
2. All elevations are related to TBM (+300.0m) level established on the adjacent
asphalt road.
3. Co-ordinates, elevations and drilled depths are in meters.
4. Drilling depths are with respect to the existing ground levels.

The drilling was executed by MOBILE 40/II type rig using Rotary drilling method
with water and mud (bentonite) circulation which cools the bit, removes the drill
cuttings and retains the sides of the boreholes.

All works were performed by experienced 'Matrix Engineering' geotechnical


personnel under the supervision of experienced geotechnical engineers. The
works were performed in general accordance with the British Standard BS
5930:1999, Code of practice for site investigations.

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5.2.2 Sampling

Disturbed and split-spoon samples were recovered from the boreholes. The split
spoon samples were obtained from Split Spoon Sampler after SPTs. No
undisturbed samples were possible to obtain due to the non-cohesive nature of
the material encountered up to the drilled depth. The samples were kept in airtight
plastic bags to preserve the moisture content for possible laboratory testing.

All samples were transported to Matrix Engineering Laboratories for detailed


logging and sample processing. The samples recovered were examined,
described and classified by our experienced engineering geologists.
Representative samples were selected for laboratory testing to assist with sample
descriptions and determination of engineering properties.

5.2.3 Field Testing in Boreholes

Standard Penetration Test (S.P.T.) was performed at various depths in the


boreholes to assess the relative densities of the ground materials. The tests were
performed in accordance with BS1377-9:1990 Clause 3.3, Determination of
penetration resistance using the Split-Barrel Sampler".

The SPT consists of driving a Standard 50mm outside diameter thin wall sampler
into soil at the bottom of a borehole, using repeated blows of a 63.5kg hammer
falling through 760mm. The SPT (N) value is the number of blows required to
achieve a penetration of 300mm, after an initial seating drive of 150mm.

The initial 150mm interval or 25 blows (whichever first achieved) is intended to


ensure seating of the sampler such that it penetrates beyond the zone of
influence of any soil disturbance at the base of the borehole. The aggregate
number of blows to drive the sampler over the final 300mm is termed the N
value, and is considered indicative of the in-situ relative soil density. Where a
penetration of 300mm was not achieved, due to the density or degree of
cementation of the deposits encountered, the number of blows and distance
driven are recorded on the borehole logs.

Standard Penetration Tests (SPTs) were conducted at regular intervals within the
soil layers in order to estimate the relative densities and obtain samples. The test
results are shown on the boring logs at the respective test depths. Interpretation
of the SPT test results can be found in the legend to Boring Logs (Appendix B).

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6.0 LABORATORY TESTING

In order to determine the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of the ground
materials, laboratory tests were performed on selected samples according to the following
Standards:

In general, laboratory testing has been performed in accordance with British Standard
procedures.

The laboratory test results are presented in Appendix C.

TABLE No.2: Summary of laboratory tests performed


Serial Category of Name of test or parameters
Standards
No. test measured

Particle Size Distribution BS 1377-2: 1990 Clause 9.2


Analysis (AMD. 9027/96)
Soil
Classification BS 1377-2: 1990 Clause 4 and 5
1 Atterberg limits
Tests (AMD.9027/96)

BS 1377-2: 1990 Clause 9.5


Sedimentation by Hydrometer
(AMD.9027/96)

Chemical Analysis of soil BS 1377-3: 1990 Clause 5, 7 and 9


Chemical
2 (pH, Chloride and Sulphate
Tests (AMD. 9028/96)
contents by aqueous extraction)

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7.0 GROUND CONDITIONS

7.1 Subsurface Condition

The geologic description of the subsurface materials encountered in the


boreholes and the average approximate depths at which they were encountered
are presented in Table No.3. Classification of the soil has been conducted
according to BS 5930:1999. The tables given in the legend to boring logs in
Appendix B were used to describe the relative density of the coarse grained-soils.

Further information about the materials encountered can be obtained from the
logs of borings presented in Appendix B.

7.2 Groundwater

At the time of investigation, no groundwater table was encountered up to the end


of drilled depth. However, groundwater table are subjected to weather, seasonal
variations or by artificial induced effects. Therefore reconfirmation is
recommended prior to any works related to the groundwater.

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8.0. FOUNDATION RECOMMENDATIONS

8.1 Choice of the Type of Foundations

The choice of particular type of foundation depends upon the character of the soil, the
presence of groundwater at the site, the magnitude of the imposed loads, and the
project characteristics.

For this particular case, the following prevailing site conditions exist:

The proposed project envisages construction of ground and ground plus one
floor buildings for Gulf Rubber Factory in Al Ain.

At the time of investigation, the construction area and borehole locations were
uneven with respect to TBM (+300.0m) level established on the adjacent
asphalt road.

At the time of site investigation, no groundwater was encountered up to the


end of drilled depth.

The generalized geological sub-surface stratum are as follows:

Table No. 3

Approximate Reduced Level with


respect to the TBM (+300.0m)
level established on the adjacent Geologic Description
asphalt road.

R.L. 298.80m
To Light brown silty SAND.
R.L. 297.80m
Medium dense becoming very dense, brown
R.L. 297.80m SAND.
To
R.L. 292.80m Hard, light greyish brown, sandy SILT (in BH02
from 297.51m to 296.31m).

Very dense, brown to dark brown, silty / slightly


silty, slightly gravelly / gravelly, SAND. Gravel is
R.L. 292.80m limestone and conglomerate fragments.
To
R.L. 288.00m Hard, light brown, slightly gravelly, sandy SILT.
Gravel is limestone fragments (in BH02 from
292.31m to 288.81m)

R.L. 288.00m Very dense, light brown to dark brown, very sandy,
To sub-angular to sub-rounded GRAVEL. Gravel is
R.L. 283.80m conglomerate and limestone fragments.

Taking into consideration the characteristics of the proposed structures and


subsurface conditions the Shallow Foundations (Isolated Footings) are
recommended for the proposed buildings as discussed in section 8.3.

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8.2. Design Parameters.

In order to assign design parameters, grouping was made in terms of engineering


parameters variation along the depth rather than geological classification.

The design parameters based on in-situ test results and can be summarized as in Table.4
below:

Table No. 4: Recommended Design Parameters


Avg. Level of the boreholes
with respect to the TBM
(+300.0m) level established SPT E G
Soil type 2
on the adjacent asphalt 'N' Values Degree (kN/m ) MPa MPa
road.
(m)

298.8 to 297.8 SAND 13 310 17 13 5 0.33

SAND 17 330 17 22 8 0.31


297.8 to 295.8
SILT 43 390 19 15 6 0.27

295.8 to 292.8 SAND 43 390 19 37 15 0.27

SAND >50 410 21 41 16 0.26


292.8 to 288.0
SILT >50 410 21 17 7 0.26

288.0 to 283.80 GRAVEL >50 410 21 67 27 0.26

In the above table,

- Angle of Internal Friction of soil; Peck, Hanson and Thornburn give the relationship
between the angle of shearing resistance and SPT 'N' value values (average SPT 'N' value is
considered).

- Bulk unit weight obtained from SPT N values (Reference. Joseph E. Bowles, 1996,
Foundation Analysis and Design, fifth edition).

E- Elastic Modulus, Bowles (1988) gives the relation between 'E' and SPT "N' values.

G Shear Modulus, is defined as the ratio of shear stress to shear strain. The relation
between the Shear, Elastic modulus and Poisson's ratio are;
G = E/ 2 (1+)

Where, E = Elastic Modulus, = Poisson's ratio.

- Poisson's ratio is calculated from Jacky's equation (Reference. Joseph E. Bowles, 1996,
Foundation Analysis and Design, fifth edition).

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8.3 Shallow Foundations (Isolated Footings)

According to the general discussion presented above and taking into


consideration the type of the proposed structures and subsurface conditions,
shallow foundations (Isolated Footings) can be recommended to be used for
the proposed buildings. The foundation depth may vary according to architectural
requirements. However, it is recommended that the foundation ground be
established at an approximate depth of 299.0m below the TBM (+300.0m)
level established on the adjacent asphalt road.

The foundation ground shall be proof rolled with vibratory compactor to confirm
that any loose materials are densified and compacted to not less than 95% of the
maximum dry density.

When excavating to foundation level, care should be taken not to disturb strata
underlying foundation level otherwise settlements in excess of those quoted below
could occur.

Adequate cover of backfill shall be provided above the top of the foundation to
protect the foundation ground from erosion and seasonal weather variation.

The foundation ground shall be inspected by an experienced engineer to confirm


that the recommended foundation depth has been reached and that any
undesirable materials have been removed.

8.4 Allowable Bearing Pressure For Shallow Foundations

Allowable bearing pressure was determined considering shallow foundation at a


depth specified above, using practical experiences, the results obtained from the
field standard penetrations tests and the design parameters, the empirical
equations developed by Terzhagi, Meyerhof and modified by Vesic and taking into
consideration a safety factor of three (FOS = 3) against shear failure of the soil.

Accordingly, the net allowable bearing pressure value of 1.70kg/cm (170kN/m)


is recommended to be used for the design of shallow foundations of width up to
3.0m.

8.5 Modulus of Subgrade Reaction

A modulus subgrade reaction of 6800 kN/m3 can be used for the design of
shallow foundation.

8.6 Foundation Settlements

Settlement estimates for layered soils, have been based on the Schmertmann
method. Using the recommended allowable bearing pressure value and the
obtained N Values from the standard penetration tests, the anticipated total and
differential settlements were estimated and found to be within permissible limits
(less than 25mm for Isolated Footings). Most of the settlement will take place
during the construction period.

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8.7 Seismic Design Parameters

The geophysical investigation will give detailed information about seismic


parameters. For general, Shear wave velocity has been estimated based on the
correlations related to SPT Values for the soil strata and published literature for
the rock strata.

For earthquake hazard assessment and seismic loading, in accordance to the


Uniform Building Code (UBC) 1997, the site can be classified as follows in Table
No. 5. Reference shall be made to borehole logs (Appendix B) to determine the
soil profile type encountered at the site.

Table No. 5: Soil Profile Types


Average soil properties from ground surface to a depth of 30.0m

Shear Wave
Soil profile SPT 'N'
Material description Velocity
type value
(m/s)

>50 Very dense granular soil


SC 360 - 760
15 30 & >30 Very stiff to hard cohesive soil

30 - 50 Dense granular soil


SD 180 - 360
8 - 15 Stiff cohesive soil

Very loose to medium dense


0 - 30
granular soil
SE <180
0-8 Very soft to firm cohesive soil

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9.0 FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTION

9.1 Excavation Methods

The excavation works should be carried out in accordance with good construction
practice, such as BS 6031:1981, Code of Practice for Earthworks or a similar
recognized standard. Shallow excavations are expected to be through sandy soil
materials. Therefore, conventional excavation equipment such as loaders and dozers
will be sufficient for the excavation works.

9.2 Excavation Side Slopes

Where space permits and above the water table, the temporary excavation side
slopes should not be made steeper than 35 to the horizontal, as recommended by
the CIRIA Report No. 97 Trenching Practice.

9.3 Backfill Material and Compaction Criteria

The following general backfilling and compaction criteria are recommended;

Materials to be used for backfilling purposes against sub-grade walls and around
foundations are described as backfill. Because water penetration is not desired, the
material to be used for this purpose (unless otherwise stated by the project
specifications) shall be a soil or soil-rock mixture of free drained, which is free of
organic matter or other deleterious substances. It shall not contain rocks or lumps
over 15 cm in greatest dimension, and not more than 15 percent larger than 7 cm.
The percentage of the fine materials (passing sieve no. 200 shall not exceed 15%).
The plasticity index for the backfill material shall not be more than 6 percent. It shall
be spread in lifts not exceeding 25cm in uncompacted thickness, moisture
conditioned to its optimum moisture content, and compacted to a dry density not less
than 95 percent of the maximum dry density as determined from the modified Proctor
test. Before placing any fill it is recommended that the existing surface should first be
roughly graded and / or scarified, then watered and compacted to obtain an insitu dry
density of not less than 95% of the maximum dry density (MDD) obtained from the
modified Proctor test.

Selected backfill material should be subject to testing prior and during execution
stage. Recommended testing includes particle size distribution analysis, Atterberg
limits, density-moisture relationship (Modified Proctor Test) and carbonate content.
Back fill material shall comply with the following specifications:

1. Type of soil Cohesionless, Inorganic and free draining with no more than
trace amounts of organic matter, gypsum or other salts.
2. Particle size <50mm
3. Fines content <15%
4. Gradation Well graded
5. Plasticity Index <6%
6. Maximum dry density >1.7 Mg/m3

9.4 Drainage

It is recommended that proper and efficient surface drainage be provided at the


location of the project both during and after construction. Surface water should be
diverted away from the edges of the excavation.

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10.0 FOUNDATION CONCRETE

The primary cause of serious deterioration in reinforced concrete is corrosion of the


reinforcement, due to attack by chlorides, present in concrete either within concrete
aggregate and mixing water, or through penetration from surrounding environment. Since
chloride induced reinforcement corrosion can only occur in the presence of oxygen and
water, the risk of corrosion can be reduced by control of chloride in concreting materials
and by ensuring adequacy, integrity and impermeability of the concrete cover.

Sulphate attack to concrete is caused by the presence of a high sulphate content either by
the ingress from the sulphate of the surrounding environment such as foundations soils or
groundwater, or by the presence of sulphate in the concrete ingredients. The attack results
in a considerable internal expansion which may lead to crack and disintegration of the
concrete. This effect can be reduced by use of selected cements or by suitable protection
of the concrete.

Where sulphate and chloride occur together in high concentrations, sulphate resisting
cement provides less protection against the reinforcement corrosion. In such cases the
test exposure conditions should be studied in conjunction with modified recommendations
for concrete mix design, based on local experience in the Gulf Region and CIRIA Special
Publication 31(1984).

It may be noted that as per CIRIA Special Publication 31, there is no widely accepted view
on the concentration at which chlorides become significant in soil or ground water, but
limited experience in the Gulf Region suggests it maybe as low as 0.05% particularly in
situations where wetting and drying or capillary rise effect the concrete.

The results of chemical analysis are given in Appendix C. For suitable concrete design
guidance, it is recommended that reference made to BS 8500-1 & 2: 2006 Concrete
Complementary British Standard to BS EN 206-1 Parts 1 and 2. This publication
considers both sulfate and chloride contamination of soils in various exposure conditions.
Accordingly, design sulfate class is DS - 1 was encountered and the site has an ACEC
class (Aggressive Chemical Environment for Concrete) of AC-1. However, experience has
shown that it is more prudent to adopt ACES class of AC -2z conditions due to hostile
climate that prevails in U.A.E. The chloride content of the foundation soil is low.

Based on the chemical conditions encountered, the recommended concrete mix design
should be selected with DS-1 design sulphate class as categorized by BS 8500 - Part 1 &
2: 2006 (Refer Appendix D). More details on mix design and proportions will always need
to be done with a concrete specialist.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

1. No groundwater table was encountered up to the end of drilled depth. It should be noted
however, that groundwater level is subject to variations caused by weather seasonal
variations and by changes of local drainage and or pumping conditions.

2. The borehole log and related information depict subsurface conditions only at the specific
location and time where sampling was conducted.

3. Conclusions and recommendations given in this report are based on the findings from the
drilled boreholes, and obtained tests results.

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APPENDIX A

SITE PLAN AND BOREHOLE LAYOUT PLAN

ASI/09-048, Part 1
FIGURE NO. 1: SITE PLAN
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FIGURE NO. 2: BOREHOLE LAYOUT PLAN
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APPENDIX B

BOREHOLES LOGS

ASI/09-048, Part 1
LEGEND TO BOREHOLE LOGS

Soils

Fill / Made ground Sand RELATIVE DENSITY OF GRANULAR SOILS


(BS 5930 : 1999)
SPT N Value Angle of Internal
Boulders and cobbles Gravelly Sand Relative Density
(Blows/300mm) Friction *
o
0-4 Very loose < 30
Gravel Silty Sand with c/ps
o o
4 - 10 Loose 30 - 35

Sand Silty Sand with s/fs 10 - 30 Medium dense o


35 - 40
o

o o
30 - 50 Dense 40 - 45
Silt Silty Sand with c/ps and s/fs
o
> 50 Very dense > 45
* After Meyerhof
Clay Gypsiferrous Silty Sand

Silty sand Peat


CONSISTENCY OF COHESIVE SOILS
(BS 5930 : 1999)
Undrained Shear Strength
Consistency
Rocks (kN/m)
Very Soft < 20

Soft 20 - 40

Limestone Firm 40 - 75
Calcarenite

Stiff 75 - 150

Conglomerate Very Stiff 150 - 300


Calcisiltite
Hard > 300

Breccia
Conglomeritic Calcisiltite

Sandstone ROCK STRENGTH CLASSIFICATION


Medium-grained Igneous Rock
(BS 5930 : 1999)
Unconfined Compressive
Strength (MN/m) Description
Siltstone Fine-grained Igneous Rock
< 1.25 Very weak

1.25 - 5 Weak
Mudstone
Medium-grained Metamorphic Rock
5 - 12.5 Moderately Weak

Gypsum, 12.5 - 50 Moderately Strong


Rocksalt etc. Coarse-grained Metamorphic Rock
50 - 100 Strong

100 - 200 Very Strong


Coarse-grained Fine-grained Metamorphic Rock
Igneous Rock
> 200 Extremely Strong

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MATRIX ENGINEERING LABORATORY BOREHOLE LOG
Owner: M/S. OMNIX INTERNATIONAL L.L.C.
Borehole No.: BH01
Project: PROPOSED GULF RUBBER FACTORY

Location: STREET NO. 900, SECTOR 3, INDUSTRIAL CITY, AL AIN - UAE


Sheet: 1/2
Boring Method: Rotary Drilling Ground Level (m): 298.19
Boring Diameter: 125mm Drill Fluid : Mud Casing Dia (mm) : 0.0 Casing Depth (m) : 0.0 Coordinates:
Equipment: Mobile 40/II Core Diameter (mm): N.P. N 2,656,228.08 E 347,377.51
Date Started: 20/08/2009 Date Finished: 20/08/2009 Operator : Nazir Report No.: ASI/09-048
Samples * SPT Records Core Recovery Reduced
Scale Field Records
(m) Type and Depth N TCR SCR RQD Description of Strata Level Legend
0-15 15-30 30-45 (m)
Number (m) cm cm cm
Blows (%) (%) (%)
0 0-1 - Light brown, silty, fine to medium SAND.

B1

1 1 - 1.45 - 5 8 10 18
Medium dense to dense, brown, silty, fine to medium
297.19
SPT2 SAND.

2 2 - 2.45 - 6 7 12 19
SPT3

3 3 - 3.45 - 10 17 24 41
SPT4

4.5 - 4.95- 13 20 25 45
SPT5

6 SPT6
6 - 6.18 - 25/10 50/8 - >50
Very dense, brown, very silty, fine to medium SAND.
292.19

SPT7
7.5 - 7.64- 25/6 50/8 - >50

289.69
Very dense, brown to dark brown, very silty, very
sandy, sub-angular to sub-rounded, medium to fine
GRAVEL. Gravel is conglomerate and limestone
9 SPT8 9 - 9.11 - 25/5 50/6 - >50
fragments.

10
REMARKS: SAMPLE KEY
*Borehole level is related to the TBM (+300.0m) level
established on the Adjacent Asphalt Road. SPT : Standard Penetration Test Ground Water Table
*No groundwater table was encountered up to the end of SPT(C): SPT with cone TCR: Total Core Recovery
borehole level.
*In cases of refusal under seating drive, the test drive is B : Bulk Sample SCR: Solid Core Recovery
commenced immediately after completion of penetration under CORE : Core Sample RQD: Rock Quality Designation
seating drive.
Logged By : Eng. Subeer Checked By : Eng. Rashid

Appendix B, Page 2 / 5
MATRIX ENGINEERING LABORATORY BOREHOLE LOG
Owner: M/S. OMNIX INTERNATIONAL L.L.C.
Borehole No.: BH01
Project: PROPOSED GULF RUBBER FACTORY

Location: STREET NO. 900, SECTOR 3, INDUSTRIAL CITY, AL AIN - UAE


Sheet: 2/2
Boring Method: Rotary Drilling Ground Level (m): 298.19
Boring Diameter: 125mm Drill Fluid : Mud Casing Dia (mm) : 0.0 Casing Depth (m) : 0.0 Coordinates:
Equipment: Mobile 40/II Core Diameter (mm): N.P. N 2,656,228.08 E 347,377.51
Date Started: 20/08/2009 Date Finished: 20/08/2009 Operator : Nazir Report No.: ASI/09-048
Samples * SPT Records Core Recovery Reduced
Scale Field Records
(m) Type and Depth N TCR SCR RQD Description of Strata Level Legend
0-15 15-30 30-45 (m)
Number (m) cm cm cm
Blows (%) (%) (%)
10
Very dense, brown to dark brown, very silty, very
sandy, sub-angular to sub-rounded, medium to fine
GRAVEL. Gravel is conglomerate and limestone
fragments.
11 SPT9 11 - 11.09- 25/4 50/5 - >50

12

13 SPT10 13 - 13.1 - 25/4 50/6 - >50

14

SPT11 14.5 - 14.57


- 25/3 50/4 - >50

END OF BORING (15.0m)


15 283.19

16

17

18

19

20
REMARKS: SAMPLE KEY
*Borehole level is related to the TBM (+300.0m) level
established on the Adjacent Asphalt Road. SPT : Standard Penetration Test Ground Water Table
*No groundwater table was encountered up to the end of SPT(C): SPT with cone TCR: Total Core Recovery
borehole level.
*In cases of refusal under seating drive, the test drive is B : Bulk Sample SCR: Solid Core Recovery
commenced immediately after completion of penetration under CORE : Core Sample RQD: Rock Quality Designation
seating drive.
Logged By : Eng. Subeer Checked By : Eng. Rashid

Appendix B, Page 3 / 5
MATRIX ENGINEERING LABORATORY BOREHOLE LOG
Owner: M/S. OMNIX INTERNATIONAL L.L.C.
Borehole No.: BH02
Project: PROPOSED GULF RUBBER FACTORY

Location: STREET NO. 900, SECTOR 3, INDUSTRIAL CITY, AL AIN - UAE


Sheet: 1/2
Boring Method: Rotary Drilling Ground Level (m): 299.31
Boring Diameter: 125mm Drill Fluid : Mud Casing Dia (mm) : 0.0 Casing Depth (m) : 0.0 Coordinates:
Equipment: Mobile 40/II Core Diameter (mm): N.P. N 2,656,240.15 E 347,309.29
Date Started: 20/08/2009 Date Finished: 20/08/2009 Operator : Nazir Report No.: ASI/09-048
Samples * SPT Records Core Recovery Reduced
Scale Field Records
(m) Type and Depth N TCR SCR RQD Description of Strata Level Legend
0-15 15-30 30-45 (m)
Number (m) cm cm cm
Blows (%) (%) (%)
0 0-1 - Light brown, very silty, fine to medium SAND.

B1

1 1 - 1.45 - 6 6 7 13
Medium dense, browm, silty, fine to medium SAND.
298.31
SPT2

297.51
Hard, light greyish brown, very sandy SILT.
2 2 - 2.45 - 14 14 29 43
SPT3

3 3 - 3.45 - 13 18 25 43
Dense to very dense, brown, silty, medium to fine
296.31
SPT4 SAND.

4.5 - 4.79- 20 50/14 - >50


SPT5

6 SPT6
6 - 6.26 - 25/14 50/12 - >50
Very dense, brown, silty, very gravelly, medium to
293.31
coarse SAND. Gravel is medium to fine grained
limestone fragments.

7 Hard, light brown, sandy SILT.


292.31

SPT7
7.5 - 7.68- 25/9 50/9 - >50

9 SPT8
9 - 9.16 - 25/7 50/9 - >50

10
REMARKS: SAMPLE KEY
*Borehole level is related to the TBM (+300.0m) level
established on the Adjacent Asphalt Road. SPT : Standard Penetration Test Ground Water Table
*No groundwater table was encountered up to the end of SPT(C): SPT with cone TCR: Total Core Recovery
borehole level.
*In cases of refusal under seating drive, the test drive is B : Bulk Sample SCR: Solid Core Recovery
commenced immediately after completion of penetration under CORE : Core Sample RQD: Rock Quality Designation
seating drive.
Logged By : Eng. Subeer Checked By : Eng. Rashid

Appendix B, Page 4 / 5
MATRIX ENGINEERING LABORATORY BOREHOLE LOG
Owner: M/S. OMNIX INTERNATIONAL L.L.C.
Borehole No.: BH02
Project: PROPOSED GULF RUBBER FACTORY

Location: STREET NO. 900, SECTOR 3, INDUSTRIAL CITY, AL AIN - UAE


Sheet: 2/2
Boring Method: Rotary Drilling Ground Level (m): 299.31
Boring Diameter: 125mm Drill Fluid : Mud Casing Dia (mm) : 0.0 Casing Depth (m) : 0.0 Coordinates:
Equipment: Mobile 40/II Core Diameter (mm): N.P. N 2,656,240.15 E 347,309.29
Date Started: 20/08/2009 Date Finished: 20/08/2009 Operator : Nazir Report No.: ASI/09-048
Samples * SPT Records Core Recovery Reduced
Scale Field Records
(m) Type and Depth N TCR SCR RQD Description of Strata Level Legend
0-15 15-30 30-45 (m)
Number (m) cm cm cm
Blows (%) (%) (%)
10
Hard, light brown, sandy SILT.
288.81
Very dense, light brown to dark brown, silty, very
sandy, sub-angular to sub-rounded, medium to fine
GRAVEL. Gravel is of conglomerate and limestone
11 SPT9 11 - 11.11- 25/5 50/6 - >50
fragments.

12

13 SPT10 13 - 13.07- 25/3 50/4 - >50

14

SPT11 14.5 - 14.58


- 25/4 50/4 - >50

END OF BORING (15.0m)


15 284.31

16

17

18

19

20
REMARKS: SAMPLE KEY
*Borehole level is related to the TBM (+300.0m) level
established on the Adjacent Asphalt Road. SPT : Standard Penetration Test Ground Water Table
*No groundwater table was encountered up to the end of SPT(C): SPT with cone TCR: Total Core Recovery
borehole level.
*In cases of refusal under seating drive, the test drive is B : Bulk Sample SCR: Solid Core Recovery
commenced immediately after completion of penetration under CORE : Core Sample RQD: Rock Quality Designation
seating drive.
Logged By : Eng. Subeer Checked By : Eng. Rashid

Appendix B, Page 5 / 5
APPENDIX C

LABORATORY TEST RESULTS

Contents:

- Particle Size Distribution Analysis


- Sedimentation by Hydrometer Method
- Atterberg Limit
- Chemical Analysis of Soil

ASI/09-048, Part 1
PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION

Sampling Method BS 5930:1999 Sampled By MATRIX ENG. LAB.

Initial Sample Prep. BS 1377 : PART 1 : 1990 (Amd.8258/95), Cl.7.4 Sample Brt. In By MATRIX ENG. LAB.

Sample Preparation BS 1377 : 1990 P1 (Amd.8258/95), Cl.7.3 & 7.4.5 Date Received 22/08/2009

Test Method BS 1377 : PART 2 : 1990 : CL.9.2 (Amd.9027/96) Date Tested 22-24/08/2009

Test Method Var Nil Tested By MATRIX ENG. TECH.

Microns British Standard Sieve - mm

1.18

3.35

37.5
300

600
150
212

425

6.3
63

63
20

75
14

28
10

50
2

5
100 100

80 80
Percentage passing

60 60

40 40

20 20

0 0
0.0001 0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100

FINE MEDIUM COARSE FINE MEDIUM COARSE FINE MEDIUM COARSE


CLAY COBBLES
SILT SAND GRAVEL

BORING SAMP. SAMP. SIZE CURVE GRAVEL SAND SILT/CLAY DESCRIPTION OF SOIL TYPE DEPTH(m)
NO. (gm) (%) (%) (%)

BH01 Bulk 120.7 0 92 8 Silty, medium to fine SAND 0.0

BH01 SPT2 117.1 0 98 2 Medium to fine SAND 1.0

BH01 SPT6 111.6 3 84 13 Slightly gravelly, silty, medium to fine SAND 6.0

BH01 SPT8 138.4 15 74 11 Silty, gravelly, coarse to fine SAND 9.0

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PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION

Sampling Method BS 5930:1999 Sampled By MATRIX ENG. LAB.

Initial Sample Prep. BS 1377 : PART 1 : 1990 (Amd.8258/95), Cl.7.4 Sample Brt. In By MATRIX ENG. LAB.

Sample Preparation BS 1377 : 1990 P1 (Amd.8258/95), Cl.7.3 & 7.4.5 Date Received 22/08/2009

Test Method BS 1377 : PART 2 : 1990 : CL.9.2 (Amd.9027/96) Date Tested 22-24/08/2009

Test Method Var Nil Tested By MATRIX ENG. TECH.

Microns British Standard Sieve - mm

1.18

3.35

37.5
300

600
150
212

425

6.3
63

63
20

75
14

28
10

50
2

5
100 100

80 80
Percentage passing

60 60

40 40

20 20

0 0
0.0001 0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100

FINE MEDIUM COARSE FINE MEDIUM COARSE FINE MEDIUM COARSE


CLAY COBBLES
SILT SAND GRAVEL

BORING SAMP. SAMP. SIZE CURVE GRAVEL SAND SILT/CLAY DESCRIPTION OF SOIL TYPE DEPTH(m)
NO. (gm) (%) (%) (%)

BH02 SPT2 92.8 0 99 1 Medium to fine SAND 1.0

BH02 SPT6 165.1 15 82 3 Slightly silty, gravelly, coarse to fine SAND 6.0

BH02 SPT7 129.8 5 57 38 Slightly gravelly, sandy SILT 7.5

BH02 SPT9 166.5 60 38 2 Very sandy, medium to fine GRAVEL 11.0

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PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION (WITH HYDROMETER)
Test method used BS 1377: Part 2: 1990 Clause 9.2 & 9.5
Test method variation None
Sample preparation BS 1377: Part 1: 1990 Clause 7.3 & 7.4.5
Pretreatment method None
Percentage
Particle Size (mm)
passing
10.000 100 100
6.300 99
5.000 99 90
3.350 98 80

PERCENTAGE PASSING
2.000 98
70
1.180 96
0.600 94 60
0.425 93
50
0.300 91
0.212 86 40
0.150 76 30
0.075 53
0.063 50 20
0.051 49 10
0.036 48
0

0.150

0.063
0.212
0.600
0.425

0.020
60.0

37.5

20.0

2.0
0.026 43

10.0

5.0
0.018 40
0.013 38 PARTICLE IN MILLIMETERS
0.0094 33
0.0067 30 GRAVEL SAND SILT
0.0047 22 Coarse Medium Fine Coarse Medium Fine Coarse Medium Fine CLAY
0.0033 20 60 20 6.0 2.0 0.6 0.2 0.06 0.02 0.006 0.002
0.0024 14
0.0017 12
0.0014 9

Borehole No. Depth (m) Sample Description (BS5930:1999) Gravel (%) Sand (%) Silt/Clay (%)
BH02 2.0 sandy SILT 2 48 50

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TABLE No. C-3
SUMMARY OF ATTERBERG LIMIT TEST RESULTS

Borehole Depth Material Passing Liquid Limit Plastic Limit Plasticity Index
No. (m) 425m (%) (%) (%) (%)

BH02 2.0 100 37 27 10

Test Method: BS 1377 - 2: 1990 Clause 4 & 5 (AMD. 9027/96)

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TABLE NO. C-4

SUMMARY OF CHEMICAL TEST RESULTS OF SOIL

Sulphate Content Chloride Content


Borehole Depth 2:1 (Cl) 2:1
pH
No. (m)
Water Extraction Water Extraction
(SO4) (g/L) (%)

BH01 1.0 <0.10 0.01 8.3

Test Method: BS 1377-3: 1990 Clause 5, 7 and 9 (AMD. 9028/96)

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APPENDIX D

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CONCRETE


(Extract of BS 8500-1 & 2 : 2006)

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PART - 2

TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY

ASI/09-048
1.0 INTRODUCTION

This report presents the topographical survey for the Proposed Gulf Rubber Factory in Al
Ain for M/S Omnix International L.L.C. at Industrial City, Sector 3, Street 900, Al Ain,
U.A.E.

This investigation was carried out according to the Consultant's (M/S Mega Consult
Consulting Engineers) request dated 12th August 2009.

1.1 Purpose of Study

The purpose of the study is to determine elevation of the site and boreholes.

1.2 Scope of Works

The scope of works consists of the following:


Collecting information and maps particular to the proposed site.

Making inspection visits to the site to collect information about the present
land use, surface topography, geological features and surface drainage.

Collecting information about the site history like land use before the
development and presence of underground services.

Topographic survey of the area.

2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The proposed project envisages the construction of ground and ground plus one floor
buildings for Gulf Rubber Factory in Al Ain for M/S Omnix International L.L.C. No further
structural loading details were provided at the time of preparing this report.

3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION

The site lies in Sector 3, Street 900, Industrial City, Al Ain U.A.E. The site location is
shown in Figure No.1, Appendix A. Ground levels are related to TBM (+300.0m) level
established on the adjacent asphalt road. At the time of investigation, the site was uneven
and vacant.

Site photographs are presented in PART - 4.

_____________________________________________________________________________
ASI/09-048 Page 1 / 2
4.0 TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY

Topographic surveys are directed towards planning and design for Architectural and
Engineering purposes. Precise control networks were established in topographical survey.

Elevations of the site and boreholes were determined by the topographic survey
conducted by Matrix's Surveyor.

Coordinates system was based on UTM WGS 84 and Height Datum are based on TBM
(+300.0m) level established on the adjacent asphalt road.

The topographic survey plan is presented in Appendix A and also attached in a CD with this
report.

_____________________________________________________________________________
ASI/09-048 Page 2 / 2
APPENDIX A

TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY PLAN

ASI/09-048, Part 2
PART - 3

BACKFILL MATERIAL TESTING

ASI/09-048
1.0 INTRODUCTION

This report presents the laboratory test results of the backfill materials for the Proposed Gulf
Rubber Factory in Al Ain for M/S Omnix International L.L.C. at Industrial City, Sector 3, Street
900, adjacent to Plot No.905, Al Ain, U.A.E.

This investigation was carried out according to the Consultant's (M/S Mega Consult Consulting
Engineers) request dated 12th August 2009.

1.1 Purpose of Study

The purpose of the study is to determine whether the soils encountered at the site are
capable of being used as backfill materials by performing laboratory tests.

1.2 Scope of Works

The scope of works consists of the following:

Collecting information about the site history like land use before the development
and presence of underground services.

Bulk sampling from the site.

Carrying out the necessary laboratory tests on samples.

2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The proposed project envisages the construction of ground and ground plus one floor buildings
for Gulf Rubber Factory in Al Ain for M/S Omnix International L.L.C. No further structural
loading details were provided at the time of preparing this report.

3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION

The site lies in Sector 3, Street 900, adjacent to Plot No.905, Industrial City, Al Ain U.A.E. The
site location is shown in Figure No.1, Appendix A. Ground levels are related to TBM (+300.0m)
level established on the adjacent asphalt road. At the time of investigation, the site was uneven
and vacant.

Site photographs are presented in PART - 4.

4.0 SAMPLING

On 20th August 2009, disturbed bulk samples were collected from the site by hand excavation.
The samples were kept in airtight plastic bags to preserve the natural moisture content for
possible laboratory testing.

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5.0 LABORATORY TESTING

In order to determine the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of the backfill materials,
laboratory tests were performed on backfill materials from the site according to the following
Standards:

In general, laboratory testing has been performed in accordance with British Standard
procedures.

The laboratory test results are presented in Appendix A.

TABLE No.1: Summary of laboratory tests performed in Backfill materials

Serial Category of Name of test or parameters


Standards
No. test measured

Particle Size Distribution BS 1377-2: 1990 Clause 9.2


Soil
Analysis (AMD. 9027/96)
Classification
1
Tests BS 1377-2: 1990 Clause 4 and 5
Atterberg limits
(AMD.9027/96)

Chemical Analysis of soil BS 1377-3: 1990 Clause 5, 7 and 9


(pH, Chloride and Sulphate (AMD. 9028/96)
contents by aqueous extraction)
Chemical
2
Tests
BS 13773: 1990 Clause 3.4
Organic matter content
(Amd. 9028/96)

3 Moisture content - Dry density BS:1377-4: 1990 Clause 3


Compaction
Relationship
related test (AMD. 13925/02)
(Modified Proctor tests)

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6.0 BACKFILL AND COMPACTION CRITERIA

The following general backfilling and compaction criteria are recommended;

Materials to be used for backfilling purposes against sub-grade walls and around
foundations are described as backfill. Because water penetration is not desired, the
material to be used for this purpose (unless otherwise stated by the project specifications)
shall be a soil or soil-rock mixture of free drained, which is free of organic matter or other
deleterious substances. It shall not contain rocks or lumps over 15 cm in greatest
dimension, and not more than 15 percent larger than 7 cm. The percentage of the fine
materials (passing sieve no. 200 shall not exceed 15%). The plasticity index for the backfill
material shall not be more than 6 percent. It shall be spread in lifts not exceeding 25cm in
uncompacted thickness, moisture conditioned to its optimum moisture content, and
compacted to a dry density not less than 95 percent of the maximum dry density as
determined from the modified Proctor test. Before placing any fill it is recommended that
the existing surface should first be roughly graded and / or scarified, then watered and
compacted to obtain an insitu dry density of not less than 95% of the maximum dry density
(MDD) obtained from the modified Proctor test.

Selected backfill material should be subject to testing prior and during execution stage.
Recommended testing includes particle size distribution analysis, Atterberg limits, density-
moisture relationship (Modified Proctor Test) and carbonate content.

Back fill material shall comply with the following specifications:

Cohesionless, Inorganic and free draining with


1. Type of soil no more than trace amounts of organic matter,
gypsum or other salts.

2. Particle size <50mm

3. Fines content <15%

4. Gradation Well graded

5. Plasticity Index <6%

6. Maximum dry density >1.7 Mg/m3

The above mentioned tests were carried out in backfill materials encountered at
the site and the results are complied with the specification of backfill materials. So
the site won materials can be used as backfill.

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ASI/09-048 Page 3/3
APPENDIX A

SUMMARY OF LABORATORY TEST RESULTS


OF BACKFILL MATERIALS

Contents:

- Particle Size Distribution Analysis


- Atterberg Limit
- Chemical Analysis of Soil
- Organic Matter Content
- Moisture Content Dry Density Relationship (Modified Proctor)

ASI/09-048, Part 3
PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION

Sampling Method BS 5930:1999 Sampled By MATRIX ENG. LAB.

Initial Sample Prep. BS 1377 : PART 1 : 1990 (Amd.8258/95), Cl.7.4 Sample Brt. In By MATRIX ENG. LAB.

Sample Preparation BS 1377 : 1990 P1 (Amd.8258/95), Cl.7.3 & 7.4.5 Date Received 22/08/2009

Test Method BS 1377 : PART 2 : 1990 : CL.9.2 (Amd.9027/96) Date Tested 22-24/08/2009

Test Method Var Nil Tested By MATRIX ENG. TECH.

Microns British Standard Sieve - mm

1.18

3.35

37.5
300

600
150
212

425

6.3
63

63
20

75
14

28
10

50
2

5
100 100

80 80
Percentage passing

60 60

40 40

20 20

0 0
0.0001 0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100

FINE MEDIUM COARSE FINE MEDIUM COARSE FINE MEDIUM COARSE


CLAY COBBLES
SILT SAND GRAVEL

BORING SAMP. SAMP. SIZE CURVE GRAVEL SAND SILT/CLAY DESCRIPTION OF SOIL TYPE DEPTH(m)
NO. (gm) (%) (%) (%)

Location 01 Bulk 1 125.5 0 99 1 Medium to fine SAND 0.0

Location 01 Bulk 2 126.1 0 98 2 Medium to fine SAND 0.5

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TABLE No. C-2
SUMMARY OF ATTERBERG LIMIT TEST RESULTS

Depth Material Passing Liquid Limit Plastic Limit Plasticity Index


Borehole No.
(m) 425m (%) (%) (%) (%)

Location 01 0.0 to 0.5 100 Non-plastic

Test Method: BS 1377 - 2: 1990 Clause 4 & 5 (AMD. 9027/96)

ASI/09-048, PART 3 Appendix A, Page 2 / 5


TABLE NO. C-4

SUMMARY OF CHEMICAL TEST RESULTS OF SOIL

Sulphate Content Chloride Content


Borehole Depth 2:1 (Cl) 2:1
pH
No. (m)
Water Extraction Water Extraction
(SO4) (g/L) (%)

Location 01 0.0 to 0.5 <0.10 0.01 8.7

Test Method: BS 1377-3: 1990 Clause 5, 7 and 9 (AMD. 9028/96)

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TABLE C-4

SUMMARY FOR ORGANIC MATTER CONTENT

Percentage passing Organic Matter Content


Borehole No. Depth (m)
2mm (%) (%)

Location 01 0.0 to 0.5 100 <0.01

Test Method: BS 1377 3 : 1990 Clause 3.4 (Amd. 9028/96)

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Test Report on Moisture Content - Dry Density Relationship

Sampling Method ASTM D 75-97

Initial Sample Preparation BS 1377:P1:1990(Amd.8258-95),Cl.7.6

Sample Preparation BS 1377:P4:1990,Test 3,(Amd.13925-02),Cl.3.2.6.1

Test Method BS 1377:P4:1990,Test 3,(Amd.13925-02),Cl.3.5.4.2

Sample Used Separate

Mould Use 1 LITRE

No.of Layers/ Blows 5/27

Particle Density (mg/m3) 2.65 (Assumed)

Type of Compactor Manual (4.5kg Rammer)

Sample Location Location 01

Sample type Bulk

Sample Depth below EGL (m) 0.0 to 0.5

Sample Description silty SAND

Date sampled 20/08/2009

Date Tested 24/08/2009

1.69

1.68

1.67
Dry Density (Mg/m )
3

1.66

1.65

1.64

1.63

1.62

1.61
12.6 13.6 14.6 15.6 16.6 17.6 18.6
Moisture Content (%)

Maximum Dry Density (Mg/m3) 1.68 Optimum Moisture Content (%) 16.4

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PART - 4

SITE AND FIELD WORKS PHOTOGRAPHS

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SITE PHOTOGRAPHS

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FIELD WORKS AND CORNER OF THE PLOT
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