Projects often require a CPT rig for a variety of locations with varied terrain. This includes hardstanding sites (e.g. motorways, car parks) and off-road locations such as beaches and fields – as well as offshore and rail work, or basements where access may be restricted.

Our CPT Rigs

We have a variety of cutting-edge rigs to meet our client’s requirements and specifications. In addition to our CPT rig fleet, we also have our own transport for moving our rigs around the country. This enables us to have full control over our mobilisation and better serve our clients.

We have achieved Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Bronze level and are constantly striving to raise the level of quality within our fleet operations and to enhance our safety, efficiency, and environmental protection measures.

(FORS) Bronze Level Recognition

Cutting-Edge CPT Rig Operations 

Established in 2008, In Situ Site Investigation offer unmatched reliability and efficiency with the use of our diverse CPT rig fleet. Our CPT rigs offer versatility across various different locations and terrains, including hardstanding sites to off road locations.

We are committed to providing environmental protection and safety which is validated by our Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Bronze level.

Our CPT rig collection can be made available for environmental assessments, restricted access sites etc and even shipped in crates overseas. Our team of experts have a proven track record of delivering rapid and precise geotechnical data with the use of our cutting-edge CPT rig fleet and tailored services to meet the needs of every project.

In Situ Site Investigation CPT Rig Availability

At In Situ Site Investigation, our CPT Rig fleet includes a comprehensive range to suit all project specifications. 

Our CPT rig fleet includes the following:

'Mini Rig' - 3.5 TONNE CPT TRACK MOUNTED RIG (CPT003)

Drive System: Small tracked system

Total Weight: 3.5 Tonnes

Additional Reaction Weight: 4 hydraulically driven screw anchors

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 10-30m depending on the ground conditions and reaction from the screw anchors.

Performance Rates: 50-100m of testing a day depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Specialises in soft ground sites. Can be mounted on marine jack-ups and rail trailers. Ideal for restricted access sites.

3.5-20 TONNE MOBILE CPT RAMS (CPT004)

Drive System: Can be mounted onto any sized excavator depending on the requirements of job.

Total Weight: 3.5-20 Tonnes

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 10 – 30m depending on the ground conditions and reaction from the excavator.

Performance Rates: 50 -100m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Specialises in soft ground sites.

'Erik' and 'Zoe' - 12 TONNE CPT TRACK MOUNTED RIGS (CPT005 AND CPT006)

Total Weight: 12 Tonnes

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 10 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 20-30m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 120m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Soft boggy sites. This rig has very low ground bearing pressure due to the width of the tracks.

'The Morooka' - 20 TONNE CPT RUBBER TRACK MOUNTED RIG (CPT007)

Total Weight: 20 Tonnes

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 20-30m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 120m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Soft, boggy sites. This rig has low ground bearing pressure due to the width of the tracks, a self-elevating roof and rubber tracks for work on hardstanding surfaces.

'Thomas, Percy and Henry' - 2.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR MOUNTED CPT RIGS (CPT009, 014, 015)

Total Weight: 2.5 Tonnes plus reaction force from excavator arm.

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 20-30m depending on the ground conditions and reaction weight.

Performance Rates: 50 – 100m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Rail Work, areas with difficult access e.g. embankments and cuttings.

'Walter' - 21 TONNE WHEELED CPT RIG (CPT010)

Drive System: 6×4 Wheel Drive

Total Weight: 21 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 75kpa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 100-150m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Hardstanding sites (roads, carparks etc). Dry non non-hardstanding sites.

'The Unimog' - 11 TONNE CPT TRUCK MOUNTED RIG (CPT011)

Drive System: 4×4 Wheel Drive

Total Weight: 11 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 75kpa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 15 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 25-30m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 100-150m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Hardstanding sites (roads, carparks etc). Dry non non-hardstanding sites. Medium/ soft ground.

'Bob' and 'Vic' - 20 TONNE CPT TRACK MOUNTED RIGS (CPT012 and CPT022)

Drive System: Tracked CPT Rig

Total Weight: 20 Tonnes

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 100-150m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Soft, boggy sites. The rig has low ground bearing pressure.

'Broomhall' - 22 TONNE CPT WHEEL MOUNTED RIG (CPT016)

Drive System: 6×6 wheeled drive

Total Weight: 22 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 56kPa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 100-150m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Hardstanding sites. Dry non-hardstanding sites.

'The Griffen' - 20 TONNE CPT TRACK MOUNTED RIG (CPT017)

Drive System: Rubber Tracked

Total Weight: 20 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 35kpa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 100-150m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Soft, boggy sites. The rig has low ground bearing pressure.

18.5 TONNE MOBILE RAMS (CPT018)

Drive System: Tracked

Total Weight: 8.5 Tonnes

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 20-30m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 100-150m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Soft, boggy sites e.g. peat bogs and floodplains

'Paolo' - 1.5 TONNE TRACK MOUNTED RIG (CPT020)

Drive System: Rubber Tracks

Total Weight: 1.5 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 21kpa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 16 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 60-80m of testing a day, depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Restricted Access, both indoors and outdoors

'Gary' - 20 TONNE CPT WHEEL MOUNTED RIG (CPT021)

Drive System: 6×6 Wheel Drive

Total Weight: 20 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 56kpa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 120-150m of testing in a day depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Hardstanding sites (roads, car parks etc). Dry non hardstanding sites and off road terrain.

CPT BASEMENT RAMS (CPT023)

Drive System: Hand portable

Total Weight: 30KG

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 10 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 10-20m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 2-4 locations a day

Typical sites for this rig: Basements, warehouses, areas with restricted access

'Sonic' - 11.5 TONNE CPT TRACK MOUNTED RIG (CPT024)

Drive System: This CPT rig is tracked by remote control

Total Weight: 11.5 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 50 kPa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 13 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 120-150m of testing in a day depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Off road sites e.g. beaches, uneven, muddy ground. Hardstanding sites.

'Toni' - 20 TONNE CPT TRACK-TRUCK (CPT025)

Drive System: 4×4 wheel drive and tracked

Total Weight: 20 Tonnes

Ground Bearing Pressure: 75 kPa

CPT Ram Thrust Capacity: 20 Tonnes

Maximum Penetration: 30-40m depending on the ground conditions.

Performance Rates: 100-150m of testing in a day depending on access to positions.

Typical sites for this rig: Hardstanding and non hardstanding sites due to wheeled / tracked option.

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