High-Performance Hand Powered Augers for Soil Sampling
Precision-driven augers built for soil professionals—ideal for shallow surveys, geotechnical boring, and environmental site assessments.
Why Choose Our Hand & Powered Augers for Soil Sampling?
When it comes to accurate soil sampling, the right equipment makes all the difference. Our Hand & Powered Augers are engineered to provide reliable performance across varied terrains and environmental conditions. Whether you are conducting geotechnical site assessments, environmental investigations, or agricultural surveys, our augers ensure precise, repeatable penetration and core recovery.
Each auger is built with robust materials, ergonomic designs, and compatibility with advanced technologies such as GPS tracking and IoT monitoring tools.
From shallow probing to deeper borings, we support both manual and powered applications through a full spectrum of interchangeable components and accessories. Backed by industry certifications and years of field validation, our auger systems are trusted by professionals across North America to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality sampling in every deployment.
Core Components
Hardware
Hand Augers
Includes standard, Edelman, Riverside, and clay augers with interchangeable bits and extension rods. Used alongside our Environmental & Agriculture Sensors to support accurate subsurface sampling and environmental monitoring.
Powered Augers
Gasoline and electric-powered models with torque-controlled motors for deeper penetration. Optimized when paired with NB-IoT End Devices for real-time depth tracking and operational feedback in remote terrains.
Extension Rods & Handles
Modular lengths for sampling depths up to 10 meters or more. Integrated withBLE Gateways, Beacons & Accessories to enable precise location tagging and workflow mapping during extended sampling operations.
Flighting & Cutting Heads
Designed for specific soil textures (sandy, clay, loam, rocky). Enhanced with UHF RFID Readers, Tags & Accessories for tool identification and operational logging in field deployments.
Stainless Steel or Carbon Steel Build
Corrosion-resistant and field-durable construction. Built to support workflows using our Industrial & Asset Monitoring Sensors to ensure tool condition monitoring and maintenance scheduling.
Safety Guards & Transport Cases
For operator protection and equipment mobility. Configured for tracking through GPS IoT Trackers/Devices to monitor asset movement, reduce loss, and improve field logistics.
Software & Cloud Services
While traditional augers are primarily mechanical tools, Soil Ground Testing offers optional integration with
GPS-Enabled Depth Recording
Modules
Mobile Data Capture Systems (compatible with GAO RFID handhelds)
Cloud-Based Project Logging Platforms for centralized data review and compliance tracking
Key Features & Functionalities
Versatile Soil Penetration
Adaptable to soft soils, compact clays, and gravel inclusions
Quick Assembly and Disassembly
Modular design for field convenience
Depth Marking & Sample Guidance
Accurate data correlation between layers and depths
Interchangeable Tool Heads
Easily switch heads for site-specific conditions
Lightweight, Ergonomic Design
Reduce fatigue for field personnel
Torque Control (Powered Units)
Ensures consistent rotation and penetration force
Optional GPS-Depth Logging
For digital site documentation
Integrations
Soil Ground Testing auger systems are compatible with
- GAO Tek’s GPS-enabled data loggers
- RFID tracking systems for inventory control
- Sampling sleeves and liners for undisturbed core recovery
- Field kits for real-time chemical or moisture testing
- Tripod lifts for borehole stabilization
Compatibility
Soil Ground Testing auger systems are compatible with
- ASTM and ISO-compliant auger threads
- Compatible with industry-standard soil sample containers and liners
- Suitable for use with most commercial transport rigs and carry cases
- Fully integrable with third-party testing software (for digital-enabled systems)
Benefits
Reliable Sample Integrity
Maintain soil structure during extraction
Time & Labor Efficient
Especially for repetitive or remote sampling sites
Cost-Effective
Reusable components and low maintenance
Customizable Configurations
Tailor your auger kit to the specific demands of the job
Field-Proven Durability
Tested under varied North American environmental conditions
Technical Support
Our team helps configure, troubleshoot, and maintain your system
Applications
- Environmental soil sampling for contamination assessment
- Geotechnical boring for structural analysis
- Soil profiling for agricultural and horticultural planning
- Ground truthing for construction projects
- Wetland delineation and shallow groundwater investigation
- Remote or rugged terrain sampling without heavy machinery
Industries We Serve
- Civil & Geotechnical Engineering
- Environmental Consulting
- Agriculture & Agronomy
- Land Development & Construction
- Mining & Mineral Exploration
- Public Works & Utility Companies
- Academic Research Institutions
Relevant Industry Standards (U.S. & Canada)
ASTM D1452
Standard Practice for Soil Investigation Using Augers
ASTM D1586
Standard Test Method for SPT (Split Spoon Sampler)
ASTM D4700
Soil Sampling Using Thin-Walled Tube Samplers
CSA A123.2
Canadian Soil Sampling Procedures for Environmental Work
ASTM D4700
Standard Guide for Soil Sampling from the Surface
Case Studies
Environmental Remediation in Texas
An environmental firm in Houston used Soil Ground Testing’s powered auger kits to conduct rapid borehole sampling on a 15-acre industrial site slated for remediation. With high-torque motors and interchangeable bits, their team collected over 60 subsurface samples in under three days—cutting costs and reducing crew fatigue significantly.
Slope Stability Analysis in Colorado
A geotechnical engineering company performing slope stability testing in the Rocky Mountains leveraged our hand auger systems to reach sample depths over 20 feet without requiring drilling rigs. The lightweight construction and rugged materials proved vital in steep terrain and variable weather.
Agricultural Survey in
Ontario
An agricultural cooperative in Ontario integrated Soil Ground Testing’s hand augers with GPS depth logging modules from GAO Tek. This enabled their agronomy team to map soil profiles across multiple fields with accurate depth recording and real-time data upload to their agronomic cloud platform.
Trusted Technology Providers
In addition to offering products and systems developed by our team and trusted partners forHand & Powered Augers, we are proud to carry top-tier technologies from Global AdvancedOperations Tek Inc. (GAO Tek Inc.) and Global Advanced Operations RFID Inc. (GAO RFID Inc.). These reliable, high-quality products and systems enhance our ability to deliver comprehensive technologies, integrations, and services you can trust. Where relevant, we have provided direct links to select products and systems from GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc.
Need help selecting the right auger system for your project or industry?
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