Consulting Services

Sauls’ Professional Engineers fill critical roles in fields such as construction, mining, environmental consulting, and public infrastructure, providing expert analysis, design, and oversight to ensure the integrity and compliance of your projects.

Professional Engineers can be the best choice:

• in the permitting of new mines (blast impact analysis, noise study, dust study, public meetings)
• for damage claim investigations
• as blast/vibration consultants, providing construction expert witness testimony as needed
• for vibration analysis
• to meet certain construction project specifications
• for training/public relations programs

Getting approval to open a new mine/quarry or even start a new construction project can be a difficult task. With years of experience in public relations, meetings, and education, we can help you manage some of the obstacles in your path.

Some common consulting services for green site development include:

• Blast Plan Review/Certification
• Blast Impact Analysis
• Monitoring Plans
• Public Meetings
• Specification Preparation

Our Environmental Services provide additional support addressing noise, dust, water quality, and flow issues. Once the permit is approved, we provide Preblast Inspections, Vibration Monitoring, and Environmental Monitoring.

Construction and blasting activities are often blamed for damage to structures in the area. With years of experience investigating damage claims, our experts can document alleged damage and analyze blasting and vibration data to provide a thorough report with our professional opinion.

Often additional vibration monitoring and displacement monitoring help paint a much clearer picture. Additional steps include Professional Engineering Services, Engineers Review of Existing Report and Expert Legal Testimony. With our vast knowledge of the effects of blasting and vibration and our ever-expanding library of reference material, we are prepared to address virtually any situation.

Some projects need an independent blast consultant to put an extra set of eyes on the blasting and/or vibration monitoring operations.Our team can provide that oversight. Both ground vibration and air overpressure levels are critical parameters to monitor and manage in projects involving blasting or heavy construction, as they can affect structural integrity, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Sauls vibration consulting services provide comprehensive assessments and solutions tailored to your construction project’s specific needs. Whether it’s minimizing vibrations near sensitive structures or ensuring compliance with regulations, our expertise ensures your project progresses smoothly.

Our blasting consultants offer strategic guidance to optimize blasting operations. From planning and execution to safety and environmental considerations, we deliver effective solutions that enhance project efficiency and safety.

Through the years our experienced personnel have provided consulting services on a variety of high-profile projects including the Kentucky Lock Addition and Downstream Monoliths, Chickamauga Lock Replacement, and the Lower Olentangy Tunnel.

Clients often ask:

Can you help us get blasting approved for this site? Yes, our blast consulting services provide strategic guidance to navigate regulatory requirements, educate officials, and obtain necessary approvals for your project.

Can you help us improve our blasting program? We offer expert recommendations and detailed plans to optimize your blasting operations, ensuring efficiency and safety.

Can you help us reduce our vibrations? Our vibration consultants conduct comprehensive assessments to develop solutions that minimize vibrations and meet regulatory standards.

If you’re wondering, “Can you help us to understand our seismograph data?”, the answer is yes! From monitoring and reporting to storing and analyzing, vibration analysis of seismograph data is our specialty. Beyond the basics of addressing regulatory compliance, we use our experience to help gain a better understanding of a blast/vibration event.

From a basic Waveform or Regression Analysis to more advanced services like Signature Hole Analysis or Sonic/Seismic Velocity Testing, let us help get the most out of your data. Our consulting services are designed to address these questions and more, offering expert guidance and support to ensure your project’s success.

Whether it’s for an industry event, in-house training, or a public meeting, educating others on blasting vibrations and how they impact communities is one of the most important things we do. We combine years of experience, training, and education to develop the right approach to educating any group on the topics we know.

In some instances, we are not involved in an investigation or study until after a report has already been prepared. If the conclusions of the report are in question or there is a need for additional credibility, we can have a Professional Engineer provide a full review of the existing report. This can be particularly helpful if you are wondering: “Can you help us prove we did not cause damage?” Our team can review the existing reports and provide expert analysis to help clarify and support your case.

We provide expert witness testimony in disputes, offering impartial insights backed by years of experience in blasting and vibrations. Our expert testimony strengthens your legal position, providing clarity and credibility in complex litigation.

We can review your blast plan to make recommendations regarding vibrations and impact to neighbors. We’ll analyze shot design, safety plan, monitoring, and inspection plan and offer vibration and air overpressure predictions. When required, we’ll provide a Professional Engineer to review your plan in states where we are currently licensed.

When you need a site-specific report to analyze the blast plan’s impact on nearby structures, the Sauls team will provide a blast impact analysis. We compare it to both established damage criteria and relevant regulations, validating that your operations will be performed safely.

We provide a statistical evaluation of existing vibration data from a project, producing a site-specific vibration prediction formula. Regression analysis, a statistical method used to understand the relationship between two or more variables, allows us to predict outcomes and determine the strength of these relationships. Our vibration consultants utilize these data to offer precise insights and recommendations, ensuring that your projects are safe and compliant.

We create a detailed plan outlining which structures will be monitored on a project, including specific installation methods, data collection and storage practices, and relevant guidelines to be followed.

Our blast consulting services ensure that all aspects of monitoring are meticulously planned and executed. Additionally, our blasting consultants provide the expertise needed to implement these plans effectively, and we offer expert witness testimony to support your projects in any legal or regulatory matters.

Leverage our extensive expertise to help in the detailed preparation of comprehensive site-specific project specifications. This includes thorough guidelines and standards related to blasting, the management and control of vibrations, and the mitigation of air overpressure effects. Our team ensures that all aspects are addressed to meet regulatory requirements and project objectives.

A signature hole analysis involves recording vibration data from initiating a single (signature) hole and using state-of-the-art software to simulate waveforms for future shots.

With the help of our experienced vibration specialists, the software calculates a simulated vibration waveform for virtually any shot timing and drilling pattern to provide a site specific/ shot specific vibration prediction.

By understanding these waveforms and their implications, we help make informed timing/pattern recommendations to optimize vibration, air overpressure, safety and efficiency. This process helps ensure that blasts are conducted within regulatory limits with minimal impacts on surrounding structures.

Seismic velocity testing involves setting up an array of seismographs at high sample rates to measure the site-specific seismic velocity. This information is instrumental in determining the best type of explosives to use. By understanding the propagation speeds of seismic waves through different geological materials, we’ll tailor our recommendations to optimize blasting operations and minimize the risk of damage.

Our consulting services include a review of waveform results from blasts. We meticulously analyze the data to identify any irregularities or unexpected patterns that could indicate potential issues. This comprehensive approach ensures that your blasting activities are monitored with the highest level of precision.

At Sauls, our record auditing services provide a thorough and independent assessment of your blasting records and record-keeping system, ensuring you are well-prepared to defend against any litigation.

Clients often worry about the accuracy and compliance of their records, and our expert consultants address these concerns by leveraging our extensive experience in vibration and blast consulting, we identify any discrepancies and recommend improvements to enhance your record-keeping practices.

This proactive approach not only mitigates legal risks, but also strengthens your operation’s overall integrity. Additionally, our team offers expert witness testimony, bringing credibility and specialized knowledge to support your case in any legal proceedings.

As third-party consultants, Sauls Seismic has the credibility and experience to address issues of concern to the community surrounding your project.

Public meetings play a crucial role in addressing community concerns and ensuring the success of your project. At Sauls Seismic, we bring our extensive expertise in vibration consulting, blast consulting, and expert witness testimony to these forums, demonstrating our commitment to transparency and community engagement.

We understand that public meetings can be challenging, with concerns ranging from safety and environmental impact to damage and regulatory compliance. Our team of seasoned consultants are equipped to address these concerns head-on, providing clear, evidence-based explanations and solutions that build trust and confidence among stakeholders.

By focusing on your specific consulting needs and the unique challenges of your project, we effectively communicate the value and expertise we offer.Our clients see how our services can directly benefit their projects, from gaining community approval to ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing project outcomes.

Engage Sauls Seismic for your public meetings and leverage our credibility and experience to navigate community concerns, enhance project transparency, and secure the necessary approvals for your project’s success.