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Environmental Drilling
What is Environmental Drilling?
Environmental drilling is a specialised practice crucial for assessing and managing the impact of construction and industrial activities on the environment. Matrix Drilling operates a fleet of direct push, rotary air/mud and auger drilling rigs of all sizes including low access, rubber tracked and wheeled equipment for environmental drilling services.
We conduct soil and groundwater sampling, install soil vapour bores, and can perform in-situ remediation injection with direct push. We also have over water barge drilling experience with auger, direct push and rotary rigs. This type of drilling is essential for environmental site assessments, monitoring well installations, and remediation projects.
Environmental drilling helps in obtaining soil, water, and vapor samples from below the surface, which are necessary to evaluate contamination levels and determine the environmental health of a site. Techniques used in environmental drilling are designed to prevent cross-contamination and preserve the integrity of the sample, which is vital for accurate analysis. Given the ecological sensitivity of regions like Melbourne and its surrounding areas, the role of environmental drilling becomes even more significant in ensuring that development projects comply with stringent environmental standards.
We offer Environmental Drilling Services in Melbourne, Victoria.
Types of Environmental drilling
At Matrix Drilling, we offer a diverse range of environmental drilling services tailored to meet the unique challenges of each site, particularly within sensitive urban and ecological environments like Melbourne. Our services are designed to ensure minimal environmental impact while delivering precise and reliable data for environmental assessments and remediation efforts.
Soil & Groundwater Sampling
We specialise in collecting soil and groundwater samples using advanced drilling techniques that prevent cross-contamination. This service is essential for assessing contamination levels and determining the environmental health of a site, crucial for sites undergoing redevelopment or regulatory compliance checks.
Soil Vapour Bores Installation
Our team is adept at installing soil vapour bores, which are used to monitor and assess the presence of volatile organic compounds in the subsurface environment. This method is particularly important in industrial areas where soil contamination could pose serious risks to health and the environment.
In-Situ Remediation Injection
Utilising direct push technology, we perform in-situ remediation injections to treat contaminated soil and groundwater on-site. This method allows for the direct introduction of remediation agents into the contaminated zone, facilitating effective and efficient environmental clean-up.
Over Water Barge Drilling
Matrix Drilling also has extensive experience in over water barge drilling, equipped with auger, probe, and rotary rigs. This capability allows us to conduct drilling operations in sensitive aquatic environments, such as along coastlines or over inland water bodies, where traditional drilling methods are not feasible.
We use the latest technology & equipment
Matrix Drilling is equipped with a sophisticated fleet of drilling equipment, ensuring that our environmental drilling services are conducted with the highest level of precision and efficiency. Our technology is specifically chosen to minimize environmental impact while maximizing data accuracy, crucial for the sensitive environments we often work within around Melbourne.
GEOPROBE 78: Ideal for environmental sampling, the GEOPROBE 78 is highly effective for soil, water, and vapor sampling. Its design allows for quick and clean operation, reducing site disturbance and cross-contamination risks, which is essential for accurate environmental assessments.
COMACCHIO GEO405: This rig is a powerhouse in handling more demanding environmental drilling tasks, including over water barge drilling and in-situ remediation injections. With its robust build and versatile drilling capabilities, the GEO405 can navigate a variety of terrains and subsurface conditions, ensuring comprehensive site coverage.
COMACCHIO GEO305: The GEO305 complements our fleet by offering exceptional maneuverability and precision, ideal for urban and restricted access environments. Its compact size does not compromise its capability, making it perfect for installing soil vapour bores and conducting detailed environmental investigations in confined spaces.
Our Commitment to Safety & Compliance
At Matrix Drilling, safety and environmental stewardship are at the core of our operations, especially crucial in the sensitive urban and ecological landscapes of Melbourne and its CBD. We are dedicated to upholding the highest safety standards while minimizing environmental impact across all our geotechnical drilling projects.
Safety Protocols
Our commitment to safety is uncompromising. We implement rigorous safety protocols that comply with Australian safety standards. Our crews are highly trained in the latest safety practices, ensuring that all operations, from soil boring to rock coring, are conducted with utmost caution. Regular safety audits and drills are part of our routine, aiming to prevent accidents and ensure that our team and the public are safe at all times.
Environmental Practices
Matrix Drilling adopts environmentally responsible drilling techniques to protect the ecosystems in which we operate. We use biodegradable drilling fluids and ensure that all waste materials are properly managed and disposed of. Our equipment, including the GEOPROBE 78 and COMACCHIO drills, is selected not only for efficiency but also for minimal environmental disruption. For example, these rigs produce less noise and pollution, making them suitable for urban environments where environmental sensitivity is paramount.
Community and Regulatory Compliance
We actively engage with community stakeholders and adhere strictly to local and national environmental regulations. This engagement ensures that we remain transparent about our drilling activities and their potential impacts, fostering community trust and cooperation.
Our Values
Safety
EFFICIENCY
Reliability
Integrity
Matrix Drilling has the equipment and experience to get the job done safely, efficiently, on time, and on budget.
That’s our promise.
HOW TO GET STARTED
Our streamlined processes will allow you to get your next drilling project arranged and booked as soon as possible.
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Request a C.E.
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Receive YOUR C.E.
We will come back to you with any additional questions or information required to prepare a cost estimate for the scope of work provided.
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Confirmation
When providing our cost estimate, we will provide a list of assumptions, and possible dates available to complete the work and/or we will introduce our Operations Manager in to the conversation to look to finalise all the details and get everything in order ready to proceed.
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Work Begins
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