Ground Penetrating Radar Systems Inc. Performs Electrical Conduit Locating at University of Florida

Burgess and Dudely along with PPI/CPC (Charles Perry Construction) have a scheduled renovation of Simpson Hall on the campus of The University of Floirda.  The renovation will include new power systems, HVAC, windows, flooring, etc.  It will be a top to bottom renovation.  In order for this process to be set in motion the electrical contractor needed to running conduits through the bottom concrete floor.  They planned to cut a trench in the floor from the electrical room to a wall chase that runs from the bottom floor to the top.  The older dormitories are known to have electrical conduits running in the concrete and this building was no exception.  PPI/CPC knew they needed to try and locate the conduits prior to saw cutting to limit and power shut offs.  PPI/CPC contacted us at Ground Penetrating Radar Systems to complete the electrical conduit locating.  PPI/CPC has used GPRS in the past and was satisfied with the locating abilities of ground penetrating radar. 

Once on site, GPRS surveyed the entire 300 square foot area in 2 hours.  They marked all conduits found on the surface and provided a depth to the top of the conduit.  The depth indication is extremely helpful as the concrete saw cutters can lift the saw over top of the conduits that otherwise would have been cut, yet they can use the saw on the majority of the floor.  PPI/CPC was please, again, with the output that Ground Penetrating Radar Systems provided and intends to move forward with the saw cutting.

You will see pictures below depicting Chris Moore, of GPRS, Inc, surveying and collecting data with the radar.  The data was processed in the field and the conduit findings were marked with blue tape, as you can see in the pictures.  If you have questions or comments in reference to deterioration mapping for your project please visit our website.  Also, if you would like to receive a proposal for similar work please visit the “Contact-Us” page at gp-radar.com.