Opening your workspace…
Measure each trench, pit or fill zone, then apply the factor supplied for bulking, shrinkage, handling or compaction.
Follow the method, check the example and review the assumptions.
Measured volume = length × width × depth × quantity. Adjusted volume = measured volume × user-entered factor.
A 5 m × 1 m × 1 m trench is 5 m³ measured volume before any bulking, shrinkage or handling factor.
This illustrates the method; your inputs determine your result.Use a value provided for the project’s soil and operation. Leave 1.0 when no adjustment is being applied.
No. Excavation safety and shoring require site-specific professional decisions.