Russia, Podgorensky Cement Plant

Geotechnical assessment of soil conditions for a new cement plant and foundation recommendation for spread footings and raft foundations (bearing capacity and settlements) for various structures. Pile design with respect to compression, tension and horizontal capacity. Optimization of piled storage areas by the use of FEM calculations. Settlement predictions for the major structures in the production line using 2D and 3D FEM calculations.

Location: Russia

Client: FL Smidth A/S

Years: 2007 - 2010

Assessment of settlementsCement plantsFoundation designInternational geotechnical workPile foundations