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Environmental Site Model Studio

High resolution site characterization (HRSC) and in-situ remediation

Environmental Site Model Studio (ESM) is an expert-level application for modeling and visualization of environmental data — designed for contaminated sites involving hydrocarbons and chlorinated solvents. From data collection and HRSC modeling to remedial design, field work, monitoring, and reporting, ESM supports the full lifecycle of remediation projects.

Plume modeling

Transform field data from direct push probes, soil samples, and other sources into high resolution volumetric site models. ESM structures dense datasets into a clear subsurface representation that supports High Resolution Site Characterization and strengthens site understanding.

Convert concentration data into distribution models to visualize and quantify contamination across depth and area. This supports contaminant mass assessment and provides a solid foundation for confident remediation planning and decision making.

Remedial design

Design in situ treatment plans for contaminant plumes using tools built for direct push and injection based remediation. ESM helps structure treatment layouts directly within the site model, creating a clearer link between interpretation and implementation.

The software supports estimation of injection volumes, locations, and depths, making planning, budgeting, and documentation more consistent. As new data becomes available, designs can be adjusted to reflect improved understanding of site conditions.

Borehole data management

Organize borehole data in simple CSV files or databases and keep field observations and laboratory results structured in one environment. ESM includes a built in borehole database format that keeps data accessible and ready for modeling.

Borehole information can be exported for reporting and serves as a primary input for volumetric modeling. This ensures that interpretations and analyses remain traceable and grounded in well structured source data.

Touch friendly field acquisition

Use acquisition modes designed for rugged tablets where most input is completed through intuitive touch interaction. This supports efficient logging during soil coring and in situ remediation activities.

Field data is captured and digitized immediately, reducing manual afterwork and improving consistency between field execution and office analysis. The result is a smoother transition from data collection to modeling and reporting.

Complete project workflow

Use ESM throughout the entire remediation process, from the first conceptual model to final monitoring and performance evaluation. In the office, the application provides a feature rich environment for modeling, visualization, and stakeholder communication.

In the field, simplified acquisition modes keep data structured from the start. This continuity across phases and teams supports clearer reporting, better coordination, and stronger long term project control.

Data Formats

ESM supports data formats commonly used for environmental site modeling by simple drag and drop and the list of formats continues to grow. Data is imported by dropping data on the application, visualizations are built by dragging data within the application. Both local file-based formats and online web service formats are supported directly without any data formatting. In addition to the directly supported formats, CSV files serve as a generic format that may be used for modeling any numeric data value.

Direct push:	MIP, MIHPT, HPT, MHPT, OIP, OIH, LIF, UVOST
Boreholes:	ESM database, Jupiter database, CSV
Geophysics:	Gerda database, Geosoft XYZ, CSV
Web:	WMS, WFS, WCS, WMTS, WebTiles, Google Maps
Raster:	BMP, JPG, PNG, JP2, TIF, ECW, IMG
Grids:	GRD, ASC, TIF, IMG, GRD3 (3D)
Lidar:	LAS, LAZ
Vector:	CSV, SHP, TAB, DWG, DXF, DGN, KML, GML
Soil Analytics:	CSV (single data or time series)
Water Analytics:	CSV (single data or time series)

Voxel and Layer Modeling

Geologic voxel models are automatically generated from borehole databases or CSV files containing lithologic data. Voxel modeling is a fast and easy way to generate a volumetric model for the entire site. A voxel model is basically a 3D grid raster with a fixed resolution and appears blocky in visualizations.

A layer model consists of continuous layers. Each layer has a single lithology and layers cannot cross vertically. Layer modeling can be used on sites with a simple layer like geology as in most sedimentary settings. In contrast to voxel models, a layer model requires the user to insert interpretation points. In visualizations layer boundaries appear smooth.

Visualizations in 2D, 3D, and 4D

ESM provides a unique combination of 2D GIS maps, 2D vertical cross sections, and 3D volumetric models. Visualizations are mutually independent and you can have as many as you like of each kind. Each visualization environment has its advantages and disadvantages. Usually, you will start with the map and then add cross sections and 3D visualizations as needed.

Data collected over time in a time series may be visualized and animated in both 2D and 3D. Ground water level and groundwater concentrations are typical examples of time series data.

Licensing

Explore our options

Choose the license that fits your role — from free viewer access to full project manager and modeler functionality. Flexible options ensure your team has the right tools at every stage of the project.

Tutorials

Learn about the tool

Get step-by-step guidance on modeling, visualization, remedial design, and field acquisition. Our tutorials help you move from raw environmental data to structured, high-resolution site models.

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Download the newest 64-bit Windows release of Environmental Site Model. Use it as a free viewer or activate your license to unlock full advanced modeling and field capabilities.