A new study presented by Menard Canada at GeoQuébec 2026 explores how satellite monitoring can help verify the long-term performance of ground improvement projects. Based on seven sites across Ontario and Quebec, the research examined how structures supported by Controlled Modulus Columns (CMC) performed up to several years after construction.
Developed in collaboration with Sebastian Amherdt and Andrea Garmendia from SIXENSE Satellite, the study used InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) technology to measure millimetre-scale settlement from space, without the need to install instrumentation on site.
The findings confirmed that observed building settlements remained within project requirements and closely matched engineering predictions, providing independent validation of Menard Canada’s ground improvement design approach.
Beyond the technical results, the studyhighlights how emerging monitoring technologies can support performance validation, strengthen confidence in ground improvement solutions, and provide valuable insights long after construction is complete.
Authors: Trevor Bruce(1), Simon Bunieski(1), Houman Soleimani Fard(1), Samuel Briet(1), Julien Egron(1), Rachid Bennis(1), Sebastian Amherdt(2), and Andrea Garmendia(2)
(1) Menard Canada
