Bhate’s Future Leaders: A Conversation with Tate Thomas At Bhate Geosciences, we believe that our legacy is only as strong as the people who carry it forward. As we celebrate 50 years of excellence in geotechnical engineering, it’s inspiring to see how the next generation of professionals is building on that foundation. One of those … Read More
Over the past 50 years BHATE Geosciences has provided building over underground coal mines subsidence mitigation for numerous significant projects. Many of these projects are in the Jefferson, Shelby, Tuscaloosa, and Walker County areas of Alabama. BHATE has also provided consultation related to abandoned coal mines in Kentucky, Ohio, and Illinois. Many of these abandoned … Read More
Behind Every Successful Project: The Power of Long-Lasting Business Partnerships Behind every successful project is more than just technical expertise—it’s the strength of the long lasting business partnerships that make the work possible. At Bhate Geosciences, we know that enduring partnerships are the foundation of our success. As we proudly celebrate 50 years of geotechnical … Read More
Shaping the Future: Innovative Technology at Bhate As Bhate Geosciences celebrates 50 years of engineering excellence, we remain firmly focused on the future. Our Chief Operating Officer, Josh Bhate, recently shared his perspective on how groundbreaking innovative technology is transforming the way we approach geotechnical challenges—and why the next chapter for Bhate is just beginning. … Read More
Bhate x Doster Celebrating 50 Years of Partnership This year, we had the distinct honor of celebrating a truly special milestone—50 years of partnership with Doster Construction. Since 1974, our collaboration has been rooted in shared values, mutual respect, and a commitment to excellence. Together, we’ve built more than just structures; we’ve built a relationship … Read More
I often get asked about the Legend of Birmingham’s Underground River. The story of the river flowing under Birmingham, Alabama, is a mix of history, mystery, and urban legend. While Birmingham itself was not built on a river, there are underground water systems that have long fascinated locals. On April 21, 1884, the newspaper … Read More
Forensic Engineering – What Went Wrong? Forensic Engineering is the application of engineering principles and science in the investigation of failures. Vital to the field of forensic engineering is the process of investigating and collecting data related to design, materials, structures or components that failed. This involves inspections, collecting evidence, measurements, developing failure models. Often, … Read More
Forensic Assessment of Fire Damaged Concrete Structures: When reinforced concrete is exposed to fire, both the concrete and reinforcement may be altered, which can result in structural and material damage. The repair strategy for the forensic assessment of fire-damaged structures depends on the severity of damage. While both can be characterized by laboratory testing of … Read More
Success Through Listening: Voices from the Bhate Team At Bhate Geosciences, we believe that true success isn’t achieved alone—it’s cultivated through listening, learning, and growing alongside others. As part of our 50-year journey, we took time to reflect with our employees on what success means to them and how the simple act of listening has … Read More
Bhate Geosciences 50th Anniversary Video As Bhate Geosciences celebrates its 50th anniversary, we’re proud to share a special video that captures the heart of our journey—five decades of innovation, dedication, and growth. This commemorative clip tells the story of who we are, where we’ve come from, and the people who have helped shape our legacy. … Read More
