Thermal Response Testing

TRTs enable the direct measurement of site specific thermal properties of the ground into which closed loop ground source heating and cooling Systems are being developed. Testing is often completed whilst new boreholes are being drilled to quickly confirm desk study design calculations and to enable refinement of the total number of boreholes necessary.

BAHS operate a portable and trailer mounted rig enabling rapid mobilisation to site. Test durations vary depending on borehole depth, ground conditions and the test objectives. Data is recorded at up to twice every second with an accuracy of one hundredth of a degree.

Data is constantly analysed during the test to enable reporting of provisional results on completion. Detailed analysis and reporting can normally be completed within 48 hours of test completion.