GEOTECHNICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL
OUR SERVICES
Frontwave Geophysics offers geophysical surveys for geotechnical, environmental and hydrogeological investigations in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ontario, and throughout Canada. Our company has in-depth experience in acquiring, processing, and interpretation of geophysical data for a wide range of applications. With our focus on continuous professional development, upskilling, and employment of the most advanced technologies, we ensure that clients receive the most appropriate and cost-effective solution that best suits their needs.
We employ a variety of seismic, electrical and electromagnetic techniques providing investigation depths from near surface to greater than 100 m. The most common types of services we offer include:
APPLICATIONS
GEOTECHNICAL
ENGINEERING
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Bedrock topography
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Overburden characterization
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Seismic site classification
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Detection of voids
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Pavement and concrete assessment
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Karst mapping
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Permafrost mapping
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Ice thickness profiling
ENVIRONMENTAL
INVESTIGATIONS
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Contaminant plume mapping
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Buried foundations
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Underground storage tanks (UST)
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Landfill delineation
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Monitoring of tailings dams and ponds
HYDROGEOLOGY &
GROUNDWATER
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Aquifer/aquitard mapping
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Paleochannel mapping
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Water table
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Rock fracture zones