How GPR Detects Pipes and Conduits in Concrete to Ensure Safety

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is a sophisticated technology used to enhance safety during concrete cutting, coring, or breaking tasks. Here’s how it works:


  • Advanced Imaging Capabilities: GPR uses high-frequency radio waves to create detailed subsurface images. This allows technicians to map out the precise location of pipes and conduits embedded within concrete.
  • Prevention of Accidents: By accurately identifying hidden infrastructure, GPR minimizes the risk of striking these elements during construction, which could lead to hazardous situations such as gas leaks or electrical mishaps.
  • Non-Destructive Testing: Unlike some traditional methods, GPR does not damage the concrete during the scanning process. This non-invasive approach ensures that both the structural integrity and the internal utilities remain intact.
  • Efficiency and Precision: With its rapid data collection and analysis capabilities, GPR equips crews with the necessary information to make informed decisions, reducing the likelihood of costly errors and delays.

Utilizing GPR for detecting pipes and conduits is a proactive step toward maintaining a safe work environment, safeguarding both the workers and the infrastructure.

 

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    Certified Utility Locating Instructor on Staff.

    GeoTek's Technical Staff are certified by UTA as a Certified Professional Utility Locator.

    40 Hr. OSHA HAZWOPER
    JLA/TWIC/DBIDS

    GeoTek Services employs Ground Penetrating Radar best practices and methods specified by ASTM.

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