Ground penetrating radar is a sophisticated instrument designed to detect subsurface anomalies. This equipment is maneuvered over the ground, emitting pulses of electromagnetic energy that reflect off subsurface features. The GPR’s effectiveness in detecting services varies primarily based on soil conditions; for instance, sandy and dry soils yield more accurate results compared to dense, wet clay.
GPR can penetrate various surfaces, including tarmac and concrete, and is self-calibrating to adapt to the specific subsurface conditions being scanned. It is capable of identifying gas, water, oil, wastewater, and surface water pipelines, as well as electrical cables and ducts. Additionally, GPR can detect rebar within concrete slabs, caves, graves, voids, walls, subsurface streams, tanks, trenches, and soak wells.
The successful use and interpretation of GPR data significantly depend on the expertise of the operators. Metroscan proudly offers clients GPR technicians with over 20 years of industry experience, ensuring reliable and accurate results.
