Geotechnical Data Management System Released

July 2019: GAEA Technologies is very happy to announce the release of the GDMS (Geotechnical Data Management System) module of GaeaSynergy. GDMS integrates geotechnical testing and quality control with a laboratory information management system. It is used to perform a wide variety of geotechnical tests and store the data and results in a managed database.

GDMS is a major upgrade of our popular WinSieve program and can easily import all of your WinSieve data and templates. It is currently on sale at the introductory price of $1695 US until the end of this year.

Below are some of the features of the Geotechnical Data Management System:

• Test results can be summarized in graphs and tables that can be displayed in reports.
• Reports can include legends, title blocks, corporate logos and other elements.
• Photos of test specimens and testing equipment can be linked and shown on reports.
• Test personnel and verifiers are stored with the test information and shown on reports.
• Results from other related tests can be shown on reports.
• Reports can be printed and exported to PDF files.
• Layout and formatting of reports is specified in report template.
• Report templates can be easily created and customized.
• GDMS comes with numerous predefined report templates.
• Concrete mix designs can be created and specified for concrete tests.
• Test results can be linked and used in other tests.
• Numerous predefined and customizable lists can be used to specify test information.
• Equipment inventory containing calibration, maintenance and repair records.
• Predefined and customizable sieve specification envelopes.
• Units can be easily selected and converted.
• Test data can be copied and pasted to Excel.
• Multiple test results can be summarized, filtered and displayed in project views.
• Filter and display test results at sample locations on project maps.
• Filter and display test results in 3D views of a project.
• Generate contour maps of test results.
• Schedule and track concrete tests.
• Display test results on boring and well logs.

Asphalt Tests

• Absolute and Kinematic Viscosity
• Bitumen Content
• Bulk Specific Gravity and Density
• Marshal Stability
• Maximum Specific Gravity and Density
• Nuclear Density

Concrete Tests

• Concrete Compressive Strength
• Concrete Flexural Strength
• Concrete Tensile Strength
• Grout Compressive Strength
• Mortar Compressive Strength

Rock Tests

• Point Load Strength
• Triaxial Compressive Strength
• Unconfined Compressive Strength
• Water Content

Soil & Aggregate Tests

• California Bearing Ratio
• Classification (Atterberg Limits)
• Compaction
• Consolidation
• Constant Head Permeability
• Direct Shear
• Falling Head Permeability
• Los Angeles Abrasion
• Nuclear Density
• Organic Matter
• R-Value
• Shrinkage (Bar, Mercury and Wax)
• Sieve Analyses
• Soil Density
• Specific Gravity
• Triaxial (Consolidated Drained and Undrained, Unconsolidated Undrained)
• Unconfined Compressive Strength
• Water Content

SE-Map is Now Free

June 2019: The SE-Map component for mapping and gridding is now free in version 4 of GaeaSynergy. This component can grid and contour many types if data from borings, wells, cross-sections, samples, lab analyses and geotechnical test results. After the data has been entered in these optional modules it can be automatically extracted and used to generate contour maps.

The data can be gridded with 6 different common gridding algorithms. After the contour map has been created it can be overlain on top of the project map. In addition, the contour map and any solids constructed from the top and bottom of strata can be displayed in 3D.

Below are some of the features of the mapping and gridding component:

• Diverse types of data can be shifted and merged
• Points in datasets can be edited and stored separately
• Statistics can be calculated on datasets
• Mathematical operations such as unit conversion, add, subtract, multiply, divide, filters, etc. can be applied to one or more datasets
• Data can be gridded using Natural Neighbor, Inverse Distance, Modified Sheppard, Minimum Curvature, Trend Surface, and Nearest Neighbor
• Grids can either cover the entire project area or a polygonal subset of the area
• Areas of grids can be blanked to represent zones of no data
• Mathematical operations can be performed on one or more grids
• Individual grid nodes can be edited
• Contour maps can be drawn with contour lines, color fill, or colored contour lines
• Individual contour levels can be edited
• Labels on contour lines can be easily moved and deleted

StrataExplorer renamed to GaeaSynergy

May 2019: In version 4, StrataExplorer was renamed to GaeaSynergy to better reflect the purpose and benefits of the base application. GaeaSynergy is an application suite for geoscientific analyses, mapping, data display and data management. It uses the synergy within the geoscientific data to effectively and efficiently fulfill the needs of several industries.

The program can be used to evaluate contaminants, soil and rock properties, minerals deposits, and oil and gas deposits. It is ideal for the environmental, geotechnical, mining, oil sands, and petroleum industries.

GaeaSynergy is comprised of a base application and several optional modules. The base application is free and is used as a platform that all of the other modules build upon. The base application consists of the following components:

• Database Management
• License Management
• User Management
• GIS
• Mapping and Gridding (formerly SE-Map)
• 3D Display
• Import/Export

Using the optional modules, the program can be used to generate geotechnical test results and reports, lab analyses reports, boring and well logs, cross-sections, and fence diagrams.

The following optional modules are available:

• EDMS: Environmental Data Management System
• GDMS: Geotechnical Data Management System
• WinLoG: Well and Boring Log Module
• WinFence: Cross-section Module

Buildings and Structures Module Now Free

February 2017: In version 3.13 we have made the Buildings and Structures module free. You will no longer need a license to use this module.

This module of StrataExplorer is used to create simplified buildings, structures, and excavations for display in 3D. After they have been created these buildings and excavations can be used to show the positions of these structures in 3D relative to samples, borings, wells, cross-sections, contour maps, and solids.

The following buildings, structures, and excavations can be created and displayed:

• rectangular shaped buildings
• irregular shaped buildings
• storage tanks
• silos
• storage piles
• underground shafts
• excavations

Buildings and excavations can be selected and scaled or rotated. Multiple buildings and excavations can also be selected and aligned. Once the position and size of the building or excavation is correct, the size and position can be locked on to the project map.

Some of the features of the module are:

• Multiple buildings, structures, and excavations can be added to a project.
• Base elevation, height, slope, tilt angle, tilt direction, position, boundary points, labels, and colors can be entered.
• The base elevation, slope, height, tilt angle, tile direction, position, and boundary points can be edited.
• Buildings, structures and excavations can be selected and scaled or rotated.
• Multiple buildings, structures, and excavations can be selected and aligned.
• Position and size can be locked and unlocked.
• Project map can be overlain on to view for the creation of the buildings, structures, and excavations.
• Buildings, structures, and excavations view can be zoomed and panned.
• Grid can be overlain on to view and buildings, structures, and excavations can be snapped to grid.

Get a Free copy of EDMS Field

October 2016: Until the end of this year we are offering a free license of EDMS Field with every license of EDMS that you purchase. That is a savings of $695 US.

The EDMS Field application is a separate program that can be run on tablets and laptops to collect environmental data and then send this data remotely to the EDMS application. The field data consists of sample and station information and is transmitted as Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) files to EDMS.

EDMS Field is used in conjunction with EDMS to improve and standardize environmental data collection, management, and reporting in an efficient and cost-effective manner. This is accomplished by implementing a documented, auditable process for the collection, storage, and reporting of environmental field data. Throughout this process all stages of the sampling and analysis are tracked and notifications can be sent via email or SMS (text message). Notifications for non-compliance events

For more information on EDMS Field, click here.

WinLoG RT Released

August 2016: WinLoG RT can create boring and well logs and manage boring and well data. The program can be used on tablets, laptops and desktops that have the Windows operating system. The user interface has been specifically designed to make data collection easier on tablets and laptops. WinLoG RT can be used separately or as a field extension of the WinLoG/StrataExplorer application.

When used separately it operates very similar to WinLoG version 4. All of the data is stored on the local device and the logs can be printed directly from the local device. WinLoG RT can be used completely independently of WinLoG and does not require any other software.

When used in conjunction with the network version of WinLoG/StrataExplorer, WinLoG RT can act as a remote data collection device for boring and well data. The data collected in the field can be sent to the network as an Electronic Data Exchange (EDI) file. In addition, boring and well creation tasks can be automatically sent to personnel using WinLoG RT.

For more information on WinLoG RT, click here.

June 2016: The Environmental Data Management System (EDMS) is used to improve and standardize environmental data collection, management, and reporting in an efficient and cost-effective manner. This is accomplished by implementing a documented, auditable process for the collection, storage, and reporting of environmental field data. Throughout this process all stages of the sampling and analysis are tracked and notifications can be sent via email or SMS (text message). Notifications for non-compliance events and sample exceedences can be automatically sent by the system.

This process can be divided into four stages:

1. Scheduling and Sample Planning: The first stage in any environmental field program is the scheduling and planning of sampling events. EDMS allows project managers to design, delegate, and monitor sampling events. Sampling events can be either singular or re-occurring. Prior to data collection, sampling stations can be specified. These sample stations include information on station location and construction, sampling defaults and methodology, lab analyses required, required equipment and personnel. Sample labels with bar codes and a Chain of Custody (COC) can be printed from the stations to be used in data collection and lab submittal.
2. Data Collection: When a sampling event occurs all of the station information is inherited by the sample including sampling defaults, required lab analyses, and personnel. Detailed sample information can be recorded for each environmental media on a Windows laptop or tablet using EDMS Field or a field notebook (for later data entry). Sample photographs can also be included with the sample data. Sample data collected using EDMS Field can be uploaded to the main database remotely as an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) file. The remote uploading of data using an EDI file provides for faster more comprehensive data reporting and reduces the possibility of transcription errors.
3. Lab Analysis: Samples submitted for lab analysis are tracked during shipping, receiving, lab analysis, and reporting process. This tracking is reported on by EDMS and EDMS Lab (free lab reporting software provided by GAEA). Analytical labs using EDMS Lab can upload analysis results to the main database automatically as an EDI file. The electronic reporting of lab data reduces the effort and possibly of errors of manual data entry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) can be included in the EDI file and a copy stored in the main database.
4. Reporting: Sample and lab analysis results can be collated and reported on in a variety of tables and graphs. These tables and graphs can be easily customized to meet internal and external needs. In addition, EDMS data is fully integrated and available for use by other modules within StrataExplorer. Sample and lab analysis data can be viewed and used in the WinLoG, WinFence, SE-GIS, and SE-Map modules.

Benefits

Some of the many benefits provided by EDMS are:

• Scheduling and planning of sampling tasks or a singular or reoccurring basis.
• Provide notifications of sample and analyses events to internal, client, and lab personnel by email or SMS.
• Capture or import, verify, and report on environmental and lab data.
• Standardize the procedures for collection and reporting of environmental data within and across projects.
• Improve communication and data exchange with analytical labs.
• Reduce the time and effort required for data handling and reporting.
• Improve the efficiency of reporting to meet internal and external requirements.
• Provide a secure database system for the storage, retrieval, and backup of all project environmental data.
• Fully integrated with other modules within StrataExplorer for visualization of samples and analyses.
• Can assist you with the Compliance and Operations stage for ISO 14001.
• Provides functionality for the monitoring and measurement of environmental objectives, as well as communications management and operational control.

Features

The main features of the EDMS can be divided into several categories.

Scheduling and Tasks

• Set sampling schedule and frequency for work flow elements within a project.
• Display sampling schedule in tasks list and calendar.
• Assign sampling tasks to others with notification and reminder.
• Notification capability of non-completed tasks.
• Provide required sampling information in task (sample media, collection equipment, methodology, etc.) and pass down to samples and stations.
• Sample tracking and notification; including date of sampling, date received by lab, data analysed, date lab results received, and sample disposition.
• Automatic notification of sample exceedences.
• Notifications by email, internal, or SMS text.

Stations and Sampling

• Stations used to represent physical location of one or more samples.
• Sample collection at stations can occur singularly, continuously or at regularly scheduled intervals.
• Entry of soil, rock, groundwater, surface water, fluid, solid, air and biological samples.
• Ability to auto-populate bottle types and print sample labels with optional barcodes.
• Multiple customizable sample descriptors.
• Ability to store site photographs with samples.

Lab Analysis and Communication

• Automatic import of EDI data from labs with verification and acknowledgment.
• Import of lab results from Excel in any format using scripts.
• Highlighting of exceedences upon import of EDI data.
• Free custom reporting application for labs provides data entry, importing, exporting, and transmission of lab results.

Reporting and Integration of Results

• Highlighting of sample exceedences in reports.
• Preset report and customizable templates.
• Location of samples and sampling stations displayed in SE-GIS module.
• Linking of samples to wells or borings in WinLoG module.
• Display of sample information, water levels and concentrations in wells and borings.
• Gridding and contouring of groundwater levels and concentrations in SE-Map module.
• Display of sample locations in 3D displays.

Security and Administration

• User privilege levels can be set to administrator, power, limited or guest.
• Passwords can be optionally set for individual projects.
• Data specific access rights can be set for tasks, stations, samples, and lab analyses.
• Optional database audit trail to track all database transactions.