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 testingLow-Strain Integrity Test
Low-Strain Integrity Test
(PIT Testing)
The PIT (Pile Integrity Test) is a non-destructive and highly efficient method for evaluating the integrity of concrete piles.
PIT Testing allows for rapid identification of potential execution flaws in deep foundations, ensuring greater safety, quality, and structural reliability in infrastructure projects worldwide.
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What it is
PIT Testing
The Low-Strain Integrity Test (PIT), also known as the sonic test, is a non-destructive technique used to evaluate the structural integrity of deep foundations, especially concrete piles.
The method consists of emitting light impacts on the pile head and analyzing the reflected signal response, allowing verification of the element's continuity and identification of possible discontinuities such as cracks, necking, or concreting flaws.
Being a fast, accurate, and non-invasive test, PIT is widely used as a quality control tool in foundation execution.
How we perform
Test steps
- 1
Surface preparation
We prepare the pile top, leveling and sanding when necessary to ensure a flat surface suitable for wave propagation.
- 2
Sensor coupling
We attach a high-sensitivity accelerometer to the center of the pile, using coupling material to ensure correct signal transmission.
- 3
Impact application
Light blows are applied to the pile head, generating stress waves that propagate along the structural element.
- 4
Data acquisition and analysis
The system records the reflected waves, allowing analysis of the pile's behavior and identification of possible discontinuities or structural anomalies.
Sectors we serve
Main applications
Real estate
Mining
Energy
Industrial
Infrastructure
Sanitation
Logistics
Oil and gas
Agribusiness
Delivered results
Your report includes
Effective pile length
Identification of pathologies
Material changes
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 are the largest structure dedicated to foundation quality control: the sector's largest technical team and over 60 years of Grupo Gontijo's tradition in each test.
Worldwide Coverage
Mobilization of our teams and equipment for projects worldwide.
In-house equipment
Cutting-edge technology and rigorous maintenance.
Largest technical team in the sector
Dedicated geotechnical civil engineers, from planning to report.
+60 years of tradition
The experience of Grupo Gontijo (since 1965) applied to each test.
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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