Pizzi - Model USBR - Settlement System Brochure

The USBR settlement system is used for the measurement of settlement, deformation and ground subsidence in embankments, including of considerable size. The settlement column is purely mechanical with manual data collection. Made of robust galvanized iron pipes, it guarantees great resistance even in difficult working environments such as earthfill and rockfill dams, road embankments, etc.  Measurement is performed using a special probe and its stainless steel tape graduated in centimeters, with precision vernier; measurement is facilitated by a suitable device with a winch. The USBR settlement system is the most robust and reliable system for monitoring settlement during the construction phases of embankments: where progress of the work makes the use of other instruments on the market critical. In fact for optimum performance, the USBR system should be installed, employed and used for monitoring through all phases of construction.