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Geology
Geological Services Overview
The Geological Services Division at Schmitt Technical Services, Inc. (STS) is comprised of two, full-time Geologists with over 50 years of combined Geological and industry experience. We take pride in helping our clients solve whatever problems they may encounter and we truly enjoy what we do. Our staff can investigate and evaluate potential mining and reserve locations, evaluate and classify materials whether based on a specification or simply a proprietary method. Above all, we are the practical, experienced, cost effective and efficient choice for your next geological project.
An abbreviated list of some of the services we provide:
- Non-Metallic and Metallic Mineral Exploration
- Aggregate Exploration and Testing
- Materials Testing
- Field Sample Collection, Documentation and Interpretation
- Mineral and Mining Reserve Estimation and Evaluation
- Surficial and Subsurface Field Investigations
- Drilling Program Design, Supervision and Management
- Core Sample Drilling, Collection, Interpretation, Classification and Documentation
- Monitoring Well Installation, Development and Documentation
- Proppant and Industrial Sand Quality and Marketability Determinations
- Rock Quality Designation (RQD)
- Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation and Operation Planning
- Regulatory Compliance and Permitting
- Acquisition Due Diligence
- GPS Data Logging, Post-Processing and Integration
- Geologic and Topographic Field Mapping
- GIS Data Analysis, Utilization and Map Generation
- Field and Literature Research
- Property Exploration and Acquisitions
- Market Studies
Laboratory Services:
- Grain Size Analyses - ASTM, AASHTO and ISO Specifications
- Washed Sieve Analyses
- Chemical analyses
- Materials Evaluations
Characterization of Reserves
Industrial Sand Exploration
Core Sample Drilling, Collection, Interpretation, Classification and Documentation
FAQ
Q: Why do I need a Geologist and what can they do for my project?
A: Geologists study the fundamental understanding of materials, environments, processes. Geologists utilize many disciplines including chemical, physical, hydrologic sciences and engineering. The Geological Services Division at Schmitt Technical Services, Inc. incorporates our in-house petrographic and chemical laboratories and their experienced staff.
Q: What is "Frac" or Proppant Sand?
A: Proppant sand used for hydraulic fracturing operations is a special type of sand or sandstone. Most companies in the oil industry utilize this material based on particle size, strength and other factors which determine the suitability of the material for their specific needs. In general, the higher the quartz content of the material, the better rounded (or mature) the sand grains are, the more suitable the material is for use as a proppant.
Q: We are a mining company that needs a consultant to help us meet compliance with our operating and other environmental permits. Does Schmitt Technical Services provide these types of services?
A: Yes, STS provides a wide range of environmental services to the mining industry, including mine planning, reclamation planning, storm water management and much more. Call us for a quote and scope of services for your next project.
Q: Our construction materials/product company is looking to expand into new geographic markets. Can Schmitt perform market studies to help us in our expansion due diligence?
A: Yes, Schmitt has assisted several companies in performing SWOT analysis, state of the market research, and regional market studies.
Q: Does Schmitt Technical Services provide subsurface drilling?
A: No, we do not own drill rigs. Rather, we maintain close relationships with several quality drilling firms to ensure preferred scheduling, competitive pricing, use of the latest technologies and high quality drill data and samples.
Q: We are looking for additional sources of raw materials to increase our reserve base. Can Schmitt Technical Services help us?
A: Yes, we have assisted clients throughout North America in locating high-quality, sizeable non-metallic and metallic mineral reserves. Our team of geologists, chemists and GIS specialists perform mapping, geological exploration, testing, permitting and permit compliance to take your project from concept through closure.
Q: Does Schmitt perform laboratory testing on construction materials?
A: Yes, Schmitt Technical Services has a full-service materials laboratory, wet chemistry laboratory, analytical/instrumental chemistry laboratory and petrographic laboratory. We focus on specialized testing, but are capable of doing basic specification compliance testing as well.