Skip to main content

Smart detection of underground utilities

From GSSI comes the sophisticated LineTrac GPR system, an accessory to the UtilityScan systems employing either the DF or HS antennas. The LineTrac allows users to detect AC power and induced RF energy present in buried utilities. By combining GPR data with a radio detection sensor, GSSI’s LineTrac accessory is capable of detecting low amplitude AC signals. LineTrac employs a three-axis 50/60 Hz magnetometer that is used to locate powered and non-powered utilities with accurate, dependable and repeat
January 12, 2017 Read time: 1 min
From 8095 GSSI comes the sophisticated LineTrac GPR system, an accessory to the UtilityScan systems employing either the DF or HS antennas.

The LineTrac allows users to detect AC power and induced RF energy present in buried utilities. By combining GPR data with a radio detection sensor, GSSI’s LineTrac accessory is capable of detecting low amplitude AC signals.

LineTrac employs a three-axis 50/60 Hz magnetometer that is used to locate powered and non-powered utilities with accurate, dependable and repeatable performance.

The firm says that LineTrac aids in target discrimination and detection of difficult-to-locate utilities, and features simple integration with UtilityScan systems and their resulting GPR data. LineTrac also features a rugged enclosure for long service life in harsh conditions.

For more information on companies in this article

Related Content

  • Locating underground utilities accurately with Trimble
    December 11, 2018
    A highly advanced prototype system Trimble is working on is based on the Earthworks package and is intended to reduce the risk of contractors hitting buried utilities when carrying out digging operations. Scott Crozier is general manager of Trimble’s general construction division. He said that this mixed reality solution is an emerging technology that will be available in the near future. The package is integrated into the machine display and provides a visual reference for the operator where buried utiliti
  • Shortlist announced for International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association (ITA) Awards
    September 23, 2015
    More than 30 nominated companies and individual will be running for the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association’s (ITA) Awards. The awards, to be held in Hagerbach, Switzerland on November 19, consist of nine categories, from ‘Major Project of the Year’ to the ‘Innovation of the year’. Nominee selection was difficult because of the high number of quality applicants – 110 – and impressive projects – 105 – that the judges had to examine. Finally, three to eight nominees were selected
  • Most sophisticated active traffic management system in the US
    April 30, 2012
    TransCore has released further details of its involvement in New York City Department of Transportation's (NYCDOT) "Midtown in Motion" programme that launched the most advanced active traffic management (ATM) system in the US to improve the flow of traffic in a 110-square-block area in Manhattan.
  • Volvo develops pipe-laying equipment
    November 30, 2012
    Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) claims its new PL3005D pipelayer could be “revolutionary” in its market. Said to offer an unbeatable combination of superior stability with a 50tonne lifting capacity, the 35tonne 151kW Volvo D8H engine powered machine is part of Volvo CE’s comprehensive range of Tier 4 Interim launches. Due to its claimed ability to swing its superstructure through 360° the PL3005D can easily handle large, heavy pipes and place them anywhere around the machine, said to be unthinkable with