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Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip #1

You don’t need all that treatment. Confused? Groundwater often contains iron and other metals, but extensive treatment isn’t always necessary. On the Gold Coast, simple pH adjustment and settling typically manages iron and other metals effectively, avoiding costly filtration systems. Save time, space, and money with the right treatment approach. More Top Tips

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 2

There are 2 types of groundwater dewatering: Which one do you have? Smart dewatering starts with understanding your site — soil type, water table, and groundwater chemistry. With the right plan, you’ll save money and avoid costly mistakes. Skip the one-size-fits-all methods to keep your project specific, efficient and on budget. More Top Tips

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 3

Groundwater Dewatering is NOT Black art or full of surprises Dewatering isn’t guesswork—it’s grounded in science. By understanding your site’s hydrogeology, soil, and groundwater chemistry, you can predict outcomes and avoid surprises. A scientific approach ensures efficient, cost-effective dewatering without the risk of unexpected complications. More Top Tips

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 4

Dewatering ACTUALLY starts in the design phase of the project: Let’s make plans! Dewatering isn’t guesswork—it’s grounded in science. By understanding your site’s hydrogeology, soil, and groundwater chemistry, you can predict outcomes and avoid surprises. A scientific approach ensures efficient, cost-effective dewatering without the risk of unexpected complications. More Top Tips

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 5

What to include in a dewatering contract: No excuses A well-rounded dewatering contract should include flexible treatment options to add or remove treatment; continuous flow rate monitoring; water sampling taps before going into the treatment system and after the treatment system.  This adaptability ensures you can adjust methods like chemical dosing or filtration without delaying … Read more

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 6

Its not who you know: its what you know. Knowing your site’s soil and groundwater chemistry is essential for effective dewatering. This insight helps design a more efficient system, reduces unnecessary treatment, and minimises costs and environmental impact. A geotechnical investigation and groundwater sampling set you up for success with a smarter, more sustainable approach. … Read more

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 7

You need us. Seriously. Independent water quality monitoring is absolutely essential. It cuts out bias and ensures reliable, accurate assessments, while keeping contractors honest and accountable. No conflicts of interest — just clear, trustworthy results that keep regulators, stakeholders, and the public on your side. With independent monitoring, you’ll catch issues early, stay transparent, and … Read more

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 8

Skip the fluff: get real A dewatering management plan isn’t one-size-fits-all — make it work for your site. Tailor it to your project’s unique conditions, involve the team, and match it to your schedule. A well-crafted plan boosts efficiency, minimises environmental impact, and ensures project success from start to finish. More Top Tips

Demystifying Dewatering – Hot Tip 9

You won’t believe what we find out A quarterly dewatering technical review keeps your system sharp and environmentally compliant. It’s an opportunity to assess treatment effectiveness, review water quality data, and spot any potential issues before they become problems. Plus, it’s your chance to tweak the system, reduce unnecessary treatments, and adjust monitoring to better … Read more