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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
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.
AUGUST 2009
CLIENT CONSULTANT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page No.
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:
LIST OF FIGURES:
FIGURE No. 1 SITE PLAN
1.0 INTRODUCTION..1
2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION..1
3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION1
4.0 TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY.2
LIST OF APPENDIX:
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:
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
The site plan and topographic survey plan with borehole locations are presented in
Appendix A.
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.
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:
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5.0 FIELD WORK
5.1 Objectives
To retrieve the subsurface strata samples for both chemical and geotechnical
analysis.
5.2.1 Drilling
The drilling was performed on 20th August 2009, which included the following
tasks:
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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7.0 GROUND CONDITIONS
Further information about the materials encountered can be obtained from the
logs of borings presented in Appendix B.
7.2 Groundwater
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8.0. FOUNDATION RECOMMENDATIONS
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.
Table No. 3
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).
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.
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8.2. Design Parameters.
The design parameters based on in-situ test results and can be summarized as in Table.4
below:
- 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+)
- 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)
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.
A modulus subgrade reaction of 6800 kN/m3 can be used for the design of
shallow foundation.
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
Shear Wave
Soil profile SPT 'N'
Material description Velocity
type value
(m/s)
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9.0 FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTION
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.
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.
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
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10.0 FOUNDATION CONCRETE
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
ASI/09-048, Part 1
FIGURE NO. 1: SITE PLAN
ASI/09-048 Appendix A, Page 1 / 2
FIGURE NO. 2: BOREHOLE LAYOUT PLAN
ASI/09-048 Appendix A, Page 2 / 2
APPENDIX B
BOREHOLES LOGS
ASI/09-048, Part 1
LEGEND TO BOREHOLE LOGS
Soils
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
Soft 20 - 40
Limestone Firm 40 - 75
Calcarenite
Stiff 75 - 150
Breccia
Conglomeritic Calcisiltite
1.25 - 5 Weak
Mudstone
Medium-grained Metamorphic Rock
5 - 12.5 Moderately Weak
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
12
14
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
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.
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.
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
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MATRIX ENGINEERING LABORATORY BOREHOLE LOG
Owner: M/S. OMNIX INTERNATIONAL L.L.C.
Borehole No.: BH02
Project: PROPOSED GULF RUBBER FACTORY
12
14
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
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APPENDIX C
Contents:
ASI/09-048, Part 1
PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION
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
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
BORING SAMP. SAMP. SIZE CURVE GRAVEL SAND SILT/CLAY DESCRIPTION OF SOIL TYPE DEPTH(m)
NO. (gm) (%) (%) (%)
BH01 SPT6 111.6 3 84 13 Slightly gravelly, silty, medium to fine SAND 6.0
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
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
BORING SAMP. SAMP. SIZE CURVE GRAVEL SAND SILT/CLAY DESCRIPTION OF SOIL TYPE DEPTH(m)
NO. (gm) (%) (%) (%)
BH02 SPT6 165.1 15 82 3 Slightly silty, gravelly, coarse to fine SAND 6.0
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
Borehole Depth Material Passing Liquid Limit Plastic Limit Plasticity Index
No. (m) 425m (%) (%) (%) (%)
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APPENDIX D
ASI/09-048, Part 1
ASI/09-048,
ASI/09-042 PART 1 Appendix D, Page 1 /Page
5
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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.
The purpose of the study is to determine elevation of the site and boreholes.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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APPENDIX A
ASI/09-048, Part 2
PART - 3
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.
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.
Collecting information about the site history like land use before the development
and presence of underground services.
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.
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.
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.
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6.0 BACKFILL AND COMPACTION CRITERIA
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.
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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APPENDIX A
Contents:
ASI/09-048, Part 3
PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION
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
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
BORING SAMP. SAMP. SIZE CURVE GRAVEL SAND SILT/CLAY DESCRIPTION OF SOIL TYPE DEPTH(m)
NO. (gm) (%) (%) (%)
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TABLE C-4
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Test Report on Moisture Content - Dry Density Relationship
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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