Opening PILE Files

The PILE file type is primarily associated with chum.

PILE	File extension: PILE
	File type:	Test Results

What is a PILE file

PILE files mostly belong to chum by Piletest.com Limited. chum uses the crosshole ultrasonic logging (CSL, Cross-hole sonic logging (CSL), "Sonic logging" or "Sonic coring") method for high resolution testing of piles with any diameter and length. it also performs Single hole sonic logging (SSL, SHUT) and tomography. This file stores the results of crosshole sonic logging (CSL) test in a binary format. Convert parts of the file to CSV using the CHUM software.

How to open a PILE file

You need a suitable software like chum to open a PILE file. You need a suitable software like chum from Piletest.com Limited to open a PILE file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PILE file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PILE file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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.PILE File Won't Open? Here is What You Can Do

Because .PILE files originate from specialized programs, they aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: Files received from civil engineers or construction workflows usually contain pile testing data.
Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text or hex editor:
- "PK" indicates a standard ZIP archive.
- Readable XML/JSON suggests structured data.
- Unreadable binary implies a proprietary format.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required to view the data. Try chum (by Piletest.com Limited) for test results, or ask the sender if unsure.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file here to detect its format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview it when possible.

Technical Data for PILE File Extension

Related files:

pfile, lrr, rth

a pile Test Result is a special file format by Piletest.com Limited and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with PILE files

Associate the PILE file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open test results. Because only the current version supports the latest PILE file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Piletest.com Limited manufacturer website after an available chum update.
To make sure that your PILE file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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