Mapping Systems

Sampling: Core and Grab Samplers

A variety of coring and sampling devices provide sediment for texture analysis and stratigraphy that are used to map the distribution of surficial facies and help establish the chronology of tectonic activity and sedimentation.

Our NEL-style spade box corer is equipped with a bottom-trip camera and strobe. Weight: 1500 lbs Box size: 20 x 30 x 60 cm	Sediment sample from NEL spade box corer, shown at right.
We derive environmental and geologic information from cores with chronology control.