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Ground Penetrating Radar

Acuren’s advanced GPR technology provides fast, accurate, and dependable subsurface imaging for precise results you can trust.

Whether it’s a standard excavation or new service installation, a geophysical map for the purposes of engineering, or an environmental assessment, Acuren is there with you. With our innovative technology and industry-leading talent, Acuren’s Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is the safest, quickest and most accurate method that our technicians use for locating rebar, post-tension cable, conduits, utilities, faults, and other hidden structures within concrete.

Our interior and exterior GPR examinations allows project pre-planning by assessing concrete in 2D & 3D formats:

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  • Interior
  • Exterior

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  • Concrete cutting / coring / drilling or demolition
  • Protection / detection of concrete for embedded services
  • Engineering for the purposes of concrete structure modification
  • Structurally assess, map and report on both concrete structural features and reinforcement of buildings, bridges and other structures

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Services

How does GPR assist with cutting and coring?

Before cutting or coring into concrete, GPR scanning helps locate embedded objects such as rebar, post-tension cables, and conduits. This prevents accidental damage, ensuring a safer and more efficient cutting or coring process.

Yes, GPR is an essential tool for identifying underground utilities, voids, and other potential hazards before excavation or borehole drilling. This minimizes risks, reduces costly delays, and ensures regulatory compliance.

GPR allows for non-invasive assessment of concrete structures by detecting internal components like rebar, voids, and delaminations without requiring destructive testing. This method helps evaluate the condition of bridges, buildings, and other concrete infrastructure.

GPR is a reliable solution for mapping underground utilities, including gas, water, electrical, and communication lines. It provides real-time imaging to help prevent accidental damage during excavation and construction projects.

Yes, archaeologists use GPR surveys to detect buried structures, artifacts, and historical remains without disturbing the site. This non-invasive method helps preserve cultural heritage while guiding excavation efforts.

GPR is widely used to detect and map abandoned or unknown underground storage tanks (USTs). It identifies their location, size, and depth, aiding environmental assessments and regulatory compliance.

GPR is crucial in environmental site assessments (ESAs) by detecting subsurface contamination, buried tanks, and soil disturbances. It helps environmental professionals evaluate potential risks without invasive drilling.

GPR helps assess pavement thickness, voids, and subsurface conditions in roads, bridges, and tunnels. This aids in planning maintenance and identifying structural weaknesses before they become major issues.

Yes, GPR is highly effective for void detection beneath concrete slabs, roads, and other structures. Identifying these gaps early helps prevent costly repairs and structural failures.

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