BoreDoc - Digital drilling documentation. Simple. Offline. Reliable.

With BoreDoc, you can record drilling data directly on site - structured, mobile and without paperwork. The app creates print-ready reports, also works offline and protects your data in accordance with the GDPR.

  • Mobile & highly offline-capable
  • Print-ready PDF reports in seconds
  • No cloud - data protection-friendly and local
Documentation drilling site #1 - Park Sanssouci
Documentation drilling site #2 - Park Sanssouci
Information on the borehole #2
Information on the borehole #1
Drilling site

Which platforms does BoreDoc support?

BoreDoc is currently available as an Android app for tablets and smartphones via the Google Play Store offered.
In addition, a Brower version for (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari), which is well suited for testing and short-term use. For long-term stable use - especially with regard to local data storage and controlled updates - the app version is recommended.

BoreDoc on various platforms

What can BoreDoc do?

BoreDoc supports you in professionally documenting drillings and maintaining an overview at all times. From recording the strata to the complete drilling log, BoreDoc bundles all important information in one place. This turns complex data into clear structures that are convincing both in everyday life on the construction site and when working with clients, authorities or partners.

BoreDoc is a cross-platform app for structured drilling documentation. It replaces handwritten forms and reduces errors through guided, structured input. Different project types such as soil sampling, exploratory drilling or well construction are supported - including the simple creation of layer directories, drilling profiles and other documents.

In contrast to traditional applications, BoreDoc works flexibly as an app and web application. Multiple users can work with the current database at the same time - regardless of end device or operating system. Integrated multilingualism makes collaboration even easier: if an English-speaking user enters "Clay", a German-speaking user automatically sees "Ton". Language settings in the user interface and in the documents can be freely selected.

BoreDoc thus optimises teamwork - in a structured, efficient and even cross-language manner. Whether for engineering offices, construction companies or experts: BoreDoc makes drilling documentation efficient, transparent and reliable.

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BoreDoc in use

Start screen

After the installation...

... The first step should be to register or transfer an existing registration. This is essential for creating documents.

Start screen

Templates

Completed templates for contractors and technicians speed up the entry of repetitive information in the input process. If the templates are not filled in, a message is displayed on the start screen.

Drilling site

Drilling site

A drilling site includes master data, such as client and contractor, as well as several boreholes.

The context menu (sandwich icon top right) for the drilling site is also located here.

Information on the borehole #1

Information on the borehole

A borehole includes the usual data, such as name/designation, geo-coordinates, drilling log (execution period, technician, drilling sections, equipment used).

Information on the borehole #2

Further information on the borehole

In addition, the borehole can be labelled with information on the soil layers, soil samples, water levels, backfilling and the development. Not all information is mandatory.

Drilling site context menu

Context menu for the drilling site

The context menu for the drilling site contains various functions, such as validating the entered data and triggering document generation.

Document selection

Document selection

In the first step of validation, the documents to be generated are selected. These include the following: Stratigraphic log, drilling profile, drilling log, sampling log, geological section and others.

Result of the validation

Result of the validation

The validation result distinguishes between errors, warnings and valid. Warnings can be understood as hints. Example: Removal in the drilling profile is not possible if no information on backfilling has been provided.

Generate documentation for the drilling site

Generate documentation

This function is available online.

By requesting a document, the data from the drilling site is sent to the server, where the documents are generated. Depending on the connection speed, the process takes 5 to 20 seconds.

Documentation drilling site #1 - Park Sanssouci

Documentation #1

The documentation generated for the drilling site is transferred to your device as a PDF. You will need an appropriate display programme to view the document.

Prices & availability

You can currently use BoreDoc completely free of charge. Our current focus is on further developing the functions together with our users and optimising them for practical use. A binding pricing model will be introduced at a later date. Until then, you can benefit from all the advantages without restrictions and without hidden costs.

List of layers

A stratigraphic log is a key tool in geological and geotechnical exploration. It is used to document the soil and rock layers encountered during a borehole in a comprehensible manner and to present them in a fixed sequence. In this way, the subsurface is described in a structured form that is equally important for construction projects, environmental investigations or scientific questions. The overview creates a reliable basis for basing subsequent analyses and decisions on reliable data.

The properties of each individual layer are precisely recorded in the catalogue. This includes information on colour, grain size, consistency, moisture content and other characteristic features. Equally important are the depth details that mark the beginning and end of the layer. This creates a precise picture of the vertical structure, which remains comparable regardless of the drilling method. The organised structure makes it possible to depict even complex soil conditions in a comprehensible way.

A complete strata catalogue not only provides a snapshot of the drilling point, but also creates the basis for technical decisions. Engineers use it to select suitable construction methods, determine foundation depths or assess risks. At the same time, environmental experts benefit as information about possible pollutant layers or groundwater behaviour becomes visible. In research, it allows conclusions to be drawn about geological developments and the history of a region.

The care taken in the preparation has a direct impact on the usability of the bore log. Only if the information is consistent, detailed and comprehensible can it be used reliably by experts. The strata catalogue is therefore much more than just documentation - it forms the foundation for all further steps that are based on reliable knowledge of the subsoil.

DIN 4022 and DIN 4023, which contain specifications for the description and presentation of geological strata, are particularly relevant for stratigraphic logs. They ensure that geological findings remain comparable regardless of person and project. Internationally, ISO 14688, provides uniform standards for classifying and naming soils. These regulations ensure that strata catalogues are technically reliable, comprehensible and can be used across regions. This ensures comparability across national borders.

Drilling profile

A drilling profile is the visual representation of the layer structure as determined during drilling. It is used to depict the sequence and thickness of the individual layers in a clear form. While the stratigraphic log records the properties in writing, the drilling profile offers the advantage of a quick overview. With just a few glances, experts can understand the position, extent and sequence of the layers. This makes it a central instrument in geotechnical and geological practice.

The representation is made as a vertical section along the borehole, whereby each layer is represented by a standardised symbol or colour scheme. This clear labelling ensures that soil types and rocks can be clearly distinguished from one another. Depth information supplements the visualisation and creates a direct reference to the actual drilling depth. This combination of graphic overview and metric accuracy creates a clear basis that remains comprehensible regardless of the text component.

In construction practice, the drilling profile is used to create a sound basis for planning. Engineers can use the profile to quickly decide which construction methods are suitable and where potential risks lie. It is also important in environmental protection, as it provides information on layer permeability and groundwater levels. Clients and authorities also benefit from the easy-to-understand format, which makes technical content more tangible.

The drilling profile is also valuable for geoscientific research. It documents geological deposits and helps to reconstruct the developmental history of a region. It is particularly indispensable in comparative studies of different locations because it provides objective and comprehensible data in graphical form. It thus combines the requirements of technical documentation with scientific precision.

There are binding standards for the creation of drilling profiles that ensure a standardised presentation. DIN 4023 (drilling profile), which specifies the graphical representation, and DIN 4022 (soil and rock characterisation) for the systematic description of the layers are decisive here. In addition, ISO 14688 is used internationally to standardise the naming and classification of soils. These specifications ensure that drilling profiles remain comparable regardless of the project or region.

Drilling log

A drilling log is the written basis for all drilling documentation. It records all key steps, observations and general conditions during drilling. This enables complete traceability of the process and ensures the quality of the data collected. The aim is to make the entire process transparent and to keep it reliably accessible for technical, legal and scientific purposes.

Typically, a drilling log contains information on the drilling rig, drilling method, start and end of the work and the depth reached. In addition, aids such as pipework or flushing are documented, as are unexpected incidents or technical difficulties. All data is organised chronologically so that the drilling progress can be tracked. The log therefore not only provides information about the result, but also about the conditions under which it was achieved.

In the construction industry, the drilling log is an important tool for assessing the subsoil and evaluating risks. Engineers and clients can use the documentation to select suitable construction methods and realistically calculate costs. At the same time, it serves as proof for authorities and insurance companies that the work was carried out properly and in accordance with applicable standards. In cases of conflict, it provides a reliable basis for clarification.

The drilling log also plays an important role in geoscientific research. It not only provides data on the layers encountered, but also documents the technical conditions under which these were obtained. This improves comparability with other boreholes and makes scientific statements more meaningful. The drilling log thus combines the practice of civil engineering with the methodology of research.

The formal design of drilling logs is regulated in the relevant standards. The relevant standard is DIN 4021,, which provides detailed specifications for the structure and content of drilling logs. In addition, DIN 4022 applies to the standardised addressing of soils and rocks in order to ensure uniform documentation. ISO 22475, which contains guidelines for geotechnical exploration, sampling and groundwater measurements, is relevant at international level. These standards ensure that drilling logs are technically correct, comparable and legally robust.

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