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Subsurface GPRGround Penetrating Radar
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
Detection
Mapping
Mapping the location and depth of these utilities to avoid damage during construction.
Inspection
Assessment
GPR Versus X-Ray
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is superior to X-Ray for subsurface exploration due to its non-destructive nature, allowing for safe examination without damaging materials. GPR's versatility enables it to penetrate various materials like concrete, soil, and rock to significant depths, providing real-time data that aids immediate analysis. Unlike bulkier X-Ray equipment, GPR is portable and easier to set up in the field, making it ideal for diverse applications such as utility detection. GRP is also safer than X-Ray as it emits non-ionizing radiation, posing no health risks.
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Why Choose L&M?
Precision & Accuracy
Advanced Technology
Experienced Professionals
How Does GPR Work?
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) works by transmitting high-frequency radio waves into the ground and then analyzing the reflected signals to create a subsurface image. The radar system consists of a transmitting antenna, which sends out electromagnetic pulses, and a receiving antenna, which detects the signals that bounce back from various subsurface structures.
The time it takes for the radar waves to return, as well as their strength and frequency, helps determine the depth and composition of the materials they have passed through. This non-destructive method is widely used in fields such as construction, engineering, geology, and environmental studies to detect and map underground features like utilities, pipes, rebar, soil layers, rock formations, voids, and buried objects.
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Need Core Drilling?
Streamline your operation by using L&M for both ground penetrating radar (GPR) and core drilling. When you consolidate these services, you ensure seamless communication and coordination, leading to higher efficiency and fewer delays. A single provider means one contract, one team, and one point of accountability, simplifying project management and reducing costs
Additionally, an integrated team with expertise in both areas can make informed, on-site decisions, ensuring precision and consistency throughout the project. Trusting one company for both GPR and core drilling is a strategic move that enhances project success and delivers superior results.
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