GPR is a highly useful technique for avoiding structures beneath the concrete during the drilling process. It can detect PVC, metal pipes, and rebar so that your construction crews can safely drill into concrete. Whether you’ve used ground-penetrating radar before… Read More
Archive for the ‘Ground Penetrating Radar’ Category
Frequently Asked Questions About Ground-Penetrating Radar
- February 3rd, 2017
- Posted in Ground Penetrating Radar
- Tags: FAQs, ground penetrating radar
Do You Need Roadway Inspection Before Repairing Winter Damage?
- January 13th, 2017
- Posted in Ground Penetrating Radar
- Tags: GPR, ground penetrating radar, roadway inspection
The harsh and unpredictable winter weather can often do a number on roadways, causing potholes, cracking, and all sort of damage. While it is important to get it fixed as soon as possible for safety, liability, and aesthetic reasons, your… Read More
All About Sinkholes
- January 6th, 2017
- Posted in Blog, Concrete, Ground Penetrating Radar, Sinkhole and Void Detection
- Tags: Blog, sinkhole and void detection, sinkholes
Sinkholes are a terrifying and catastrophic phenomenon found throughout the globe. They open up suddenly, swallowing cars, people, and anything on the portion of road above them. While these holes seem sudden, they take years to form and can be… Read More
Why is Bridge Deck Inspection Important?
- November 11th, 2016
- Posted in Ground Penetrating Radar
- Tags: bridge deck inspection, concrete scanning, ground penetrating radar
Bridge deck inspection is absolutely crucial to ensure the safety of everything above, on, and underneath bridges. While there has been a good amount of progress made in restoring structurally deficient structures, there is still a great deal of work… Read More
Why Does Steel Corrode in Concrete and How Can You Find It?
- October 7th, 2016
- Posted in Ground Penetrating Radar
- Tags: corroded steel, corrosion detection, GPR applications, ground penetrating radar
The corrosion of steel inside of concrete is the current leading cause of deterioration within concrete. As the steel corrodes, the volume of rust will be larger than the volume of the steel. This gradual expansion stresses the surrounding concrete,… Read More
What are Post-Tensioning Cables?
- September 16th, 2016
- Posted in Ground Penetrating Radar
- Tags: ground penetrating radar, post-tensioning cables
We’ve mentioned a few times before that ground penetrating radar is a good method for locating post-tensioning cables in concrete. When cutting or core drilling, you definitely want to know where the cables are located. But why are there all… Read More