The importance of proper evaluation of the geological conditions for the design of industrial floor subbase

Abstract

Nowadays many problems of concerning industrial floors or floors in shopping centres, occurred when local geological characterization is not adequately considered by structural designers, material selection is not evaluated properly and timely for future stability, or consolidation of soft organic subsoil laid in active zone is not taken into account during design evaluation. Similar problems occur when flooding effects on subbase layers cause a new settlement of the upper floor structure. Generally, the majority of these symptoms of floor damage have their origin in underestimation of the geotechnical risk. At some locations, the selection of support structure and material type is not adequate due to lack of experiences and in order to offer the lowest price as a contractor.