Cutting and coring experts and construction professionals require a reliable, non-destructive means to locate targets within concrete structures prior to drilling, cuting or coring. GeoRadar has years of experience locating post tension cables, rebar, and conduits in concrete. Clients make informed decisions about their projects based on the accurate information GeoRadar provides through the use of Structure Scan III radar technology. This non-destructive testing technology benefits our clients as it allows them to execute their projects efficiently and effectively saving them time and money.
Many people refer to concrete structural scanning as concrete x-ray, but this is incorrect. Concrete structural scanning and concrete x-ray are very different technologies. X-ray technology poses serious health risks, requires stopping work in the area, and is not as fast, accurate, or efficient as concrete structural scanning. Structural scanning radar technology is non-destructive, non-invasive, and additionally, it is more cost effective compared to the older x-ray technology. This radar technology can also scan slab on grade because only single sided access is neccessary. Due to its portability factor, the Structure Scan III allows us to collect large amounts of excellent onsite real time data in a relatively short period of time with color display and 3D imaging capabilities.
Concrete Inspection Services
| Locate Rebar |
Locate Radiant Heat Pipe |
Locate Pipes |
| Locate Post tension Cables |
Locate Plastic Pipe |
Locate Concrete Footings |
| Locate Voids |
Locate Conduits |
Locate Grade Beams |
| Determine Slab Thickness |
Locate A Clear Place To Core |
Locate Concrete Depth |
| Locate Concrete Deterioration |
Locate Fiber Optics |
Roadways |
| Runways and Tarmacs |
Bridge Decks |
Tunnels |
| Garages |
Retrofitting |
Balconies |
| Walls |
Towers |
Monuments |
| 3D Mapping of Interior Obstructions |
Architectural Facade Inspection |
Many more! |
Advantages of GPR over X-Ray
| Your Cost |
high |
low |
| Access Required |
2 sides |
1 side |
| Set-up Time |
long |
short |
| Date Collection Speed |
slow |
fast |
| Real-time Inspection Results |
no |
yes |
| Data Storage Medium |
film |
digital |
| Consumable Required |
yes |
no |
| Licenses Required |
yes |
no |
| Hazards (radiation) |
yes |
no |
| Large Area Data Colection Method |
Step and repeat |
continuous |
| Must Process to Get Results |
yes |
optional |
| Can Determine X-Y location |
with calculations |
direct readout |
| Can determine Exact Z (depth) Location |
with calculation |
direct readout |
Above Chart Courtesy of GSSI