Dr. Celso Gontijo
Chairman of the Board
Former president of ABMS (Brazilian Association for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering)
70 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1404864105
Foundation testing
Bidirectional Load Testing
The Bidirectional Static Load Test is one of the most advanced methods for evaluating deep foundations, widely used to validate the load capacity of large-diameter piles, such as bored piles, barrettes, and caissons.
Reduce risks, optimize costs, and validate your foundations with high technical standards and regulatory compliance.
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- tests performed
- +60
- years of expertise
- Worldwide
- mobilization
- Standards
- ASTM, ABNT, and NBR
What it is
Bidirectional Load Testing
The Bidirectional Static Load Test is widely applied in the validation of deep foundations subjected to high loads, especially in infrastructure projects, large-scale buildings, and projects requiring high geotechnical control.
Unlike conventional static load tests, the method uses a hydraulic load cell installed inside the pile, allowing the application of high loads with greater operational efficiency and technical reliability.
In addition to eliminating the need for large reaction structures on the surface, the test provides more safety, cost optimization, and technical compliance in the validation of high-capacity foundations.
How we perform
Test steps
- 1
Design and instrumentation
Preparation of the load cell and instrumentation according to project loads.
- 2
Installation in the pile
Positioning of the load cell and reinforcement inside the pile.
- 3
Foundation concreting
Execution of concreting with the cell integrated into the pile structure.
- 4
Load application
Hydraulic pressurization of the cell for bidirectional load application.
- 5
Monitoring and analysis of results
Recording of pressures and displacements to obtain load x displacement curves.
Sectors we serve
Main applications
Real estate
Mining
Energy
Industrial
Infrastructure
Sanitation
Logistics
Oil and gas
Agribusiness
Delivered results
Your report includes
Maximum Mobilized Load Capacity.
Detailed Shaft Friction distribution along the shaft.
Analysis of the foundation's Tip Resistance.
Equivalent Load x Settlement Curve compared to a traditional test.
Excellence built by the largest technical team in the sector
A team of highly qualified engineers and specialists, prepared to develop safe and efficient solutions for the most diverse geotechnical challenges.
José Hermes
Geotechnical civil engineer
Board member of CREA-MG (regional engineering regulatory body in Brazil)
40 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1405047593
Alexandre Gontijo
Technical Director
Geotechnical civil engineer
30 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1404815503
Rodrigo Gontijo
Executive Director
Geotechnical civil engineer
26 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1416959840
Maria T. Mota
Geotechnical civil engineer
11 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1417059923
Diogo Bechler
Geotechnical civil engineer
10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1416378065
Filipe Almeida
Business and Operations Manager
Geotechnical civil engineer
3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA - 1423584910
Tatiana Baptista
Commercial Manager
Geotechnical civil engineer
9 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
Marlon Nocci
Geotechnical civil engineer
5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1420099566
Samuel Werner
Geotechnical civil engineer
6 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1423765745
Aline Nonato
Geotechnical civil engineer
6 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1421107996
Paulo Ricardo Parreiras
Geotechnical civil engineer
7 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1418234362
Tiago Fernandes
Geotechnical civil engineer
2 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1422269183
Amanda Bastos
Geotechnical civil engineer
1 year of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1423530080
Danilo Milard
Geotechnical civil engineer
6 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1422452557
Amanda Nava
Geotechnical civil engineer
3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1421602407
Ana Flávia Castro
Geotechnical civil engineer
2 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
CREA/CONFEA 1422908925
Victória Corcini
Geotechnical civil engineer
2 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
Pedro Neves
Geotechnical civil engineer
2 years of experience in geotechnical engineering
Sabrina Mendes
Geotechnical civil engineer
1 year of experience in geotechnical engineering
Why choose Geoteste
Differentiators that generate trust
We combine decades of experience, a qualified team, and in-house technology to deliver tests with technical rigor.
Worldwide Coverage
Mobilization of our teams and equipment for projects worldwide.
In-house equipment
Cutting-edge technology and rigorous maintenance.
Specialized team
Engineers with extensive experience.
Operational Agility
Efficient planning and fast responses.
Consulting engineering
Customized technical solutions.
Reports with professional accountability
ART and compliance with technical standards.
Your foundation cannot
depend on assumptions.
Rely on those who understand the subject.
Talk to a specialist now and request a customized technical proposal for your project.
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