Connect Mine Siteswith the World'sBest Geotechnical Labs
PVGC matches mining companies and mine sites to accredited laboratories globally — faster, simpler, with guaranteed quality.
Post
Mine site submits a project brief
Match
PVGC matches it to vetted labs
Get Tested
Labs propose, site selects, work starts
Network
150+ Labs
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Post once. Get matched. Get tested.
Post
Mine site submits a project brief on pvgc.ca — sample count, test types, timeline.
Match
PVGC matches the brief to qualified, vetted labs from our global network.
Get Tested
Labs submit proposals, the site selects one, and testing begins — PVGC monitors quality throughout.
Which side are you on?
Stop emailing 10 labs and waiting weeks.
- Post your project brief once — sample count, test types, timeline
- Receive matched lab proposals within 24 hours
- Choose a qualified, vetted lab with zero guesswork
Get mining project work delivered to your lab.
- Access active mining project leads matched to your capabilities
- No cold outreach — qualified leads come to you
- Register once, appear in front of mine sites globally
Built on decades of
geotechnical precision.
PVGC operates a fully equipped advanced geotechnical laboratory and vets every lab in the network against that same standard — delivering testing programs that support the most demanding engineering decisions in mining, infrastructure, and environmental sectors.
Every test is performed in strict accordance with current ASTM International standards — producing defensible data your team can rely on for design, regulatory submissions, and independent review.
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Tailings Characterization
Specialized expertise in critical state line (CSL) determination and advanced tailings testing for safe, defensible tailings storage facility design.
Liquefaction Assessment
Monotonic and cyclic triaxial and direct simple shear testing programs purpose-built to evaluate earthquake-induced liquefaction potential.
Rock Discontinuity Testing
Custom-designed direct shear apparatus delivering precision rock joint characterization unavailable in standard commercial laboratory equipment.
Trusted for
Seven categories.
Forty-plus standards.
Comprehensive laboratory
services for every project.
Strength & Stiffness
Comprehensive soil strength characterization for geotechnical design, liquefaction assessment, and tailings analysis using both standard and large-scale triaxial and shear test equipment.
Trusted across
critical sectors.
PVGC laboratory services support engineering decisions across the full spectrum of geotechnical applications — from open-pit mine closures to urban infrastructure development.
Mining & Tailings
Tailings dam characterization, CSL determination, and liquefaction assessments for safe tailings storage facility design.
Junior & Exploration Mining
Right-sized geotechnical testing for companies with one active drill program — no minimum project size, fast turnaround.
Infrastructure
Foundation investigations, settlement analysis, and slope stability testing for bridges, roads, and major infrastructure.
Environmental
Contaminant transport modelling support, seepage analysis, and remediation design data for environmental engineering.
Construction
Compaction control, bearing capacity, and material classification for commercial and industrial construction projects.
Government & Public
Regulatory-compliant testing for public infrastructure, dam safety reviews, and national standards compliance.
Energy & Resources
Geotechnical support for hydropower, oil & gas, renewable energy, and pipeline corridor investigations.
Precision you can
stand behind.
Full ASTM Compliance
Every test performed in strict accordance with current ASTM International standards — producing data defensible in design, regulatory review, and litigation.
Laboratory Quality Assurance
Dedicated laboratory equipment maintained to the highest calibration standards, with routine QC programs ensuring data integrity across all test programs.
Integrated Reporting
Comprehensive data packages with professional engineering interpretation — not raw numbers alone, but insights your team can act on immediately.
Every test, every time — ASTM compliant.
40+ ASTM standards across 7 testing categories. Custom apparatus where standards exceed commercial equipment capability.
Capabilities that go beyond
the standard laboratory.
PVGC combines institutional-level research capability with the responsiveness and precision of a dedicated specialist laboratory — delivering results that stand up to the most demanding engineering and regulatory scrutiny.
Tailings Specialization
Deep expertise in tailings characterization and critical state line determination — capabilities rarely found outside major research institutions.
Large-Scale Capabilities
Large-scale triaxial and direct shear equipment for testing coarse-grained materials and rockfill that standard lab apparatus cannot accommodate.
Custom Apparatus
Custom-designed direct shear apparatus purpose-built for testing rock discontinuities with precision unmatched by commercial equipment.
ASTM Compliance
Every test performed strictly in accordance with current ASTM International standards, providing defensible data for regulatory submissions.
Integrated Reporting
Comprehensive data packages with professional interpretation — not just raw numbers but engineering insights your team can act on.
Responsive Service
Direct access to senior geotechnical professionals throughout your project, from sample receipt through final deliverable.
Ready to find your lab —
or your next project?
Mine sites receive matched lab options within 24 hours. Labs receive approval decisions within 5 business days.