Latest Tech: Concrete Scanning Tools

Concrete scanning is a vital task to complete before starting any kind of concrete work. When you use high-quality, advanced concrete scanning tools, you can get important insight into what lies underneath the surface. 

Here is some of what a scanning tool can detect:

• Plumbing and electric lines
• Electrical lines
• Post tension tendons, mild steel reinforcing (rebar) and welded wire mesh fabric
• Concrete thickness
• Voids and sub-slab voids

Without concrete scanning, you may begin construction without realizing that important systems such as MEP components, are in the way. When you know what to expect, you can keep your team safe and avoid costly mistakes.

Looking for concrete scanning services? Contact the Tendon Systems team today to learn more about how we can help. 

The more that concrete scanning tools advance, the more insightful scans will become. If you’re interested in some of the latest concrete scanning equipment, continue reading. 

Ground Penetrating Radar Equipment From GSSI

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is excellent for scanning concrete. It can detect all the items listed above as well as create a map of the concrete. This technology allows for a deeper view into the concrete, ensuring that nothing is missed.

GSSI has a number of products that represent the highest quality available GPR equipment. The team at Tendon utilize a GSSI Structure Scan Mini HR when performing GPR scanning. This unit is capable of scanning in both 2D & 3D.

It’s important that concrete scanning tools are efficient and have high-tech remote controls and interfaces. When connected to software, antennae can easily transmit signals that immediately indicate concrete quality, concrete uniformity and detect any issues that would inform concrete construction or refurbishment work.

Real-Time Concrete Data Collection

Using Ground Penetrating Radar, operators are able to collect real-time data. Once the 3D scan is complete, the data can be viewed as a depth slice or a time slice. 

The device also has a feature that allows users to label the scan, in real-time, with the target, depth and location. All of these features are perfect for in-depth and high-quality data collection and reporting.

Concrete Scan Data Sharing

Concrete scanning tools like these are enabled to work with Radan software application. Any scans will automatically save to an application. Applications come equipped with logbooks, which track all of the steps in the scanning process. 

Here are some of the steps that can be tracked:

• Measurements
• Changes
• Gain
• Filters

These and many more parameters are tracked and logged whenever they are changed. This means that the data is much more reliable and easy to read. 

When the scan is complete, processed and added to the application, users can go in and add a few things. These include comments, pictures, audio and the geographic location of the scan. This is perfect for sending to clients who may require specific information about the scan process itself. 

Advanced Concrete Scanning Technology

There have been incredible advancements in this field. Some of the most recent GPR models have even more features than those described above. Some of these advancements include much smaller-sized models, which allow for a closer range and the ability to scan in tight spaces. 

Whether or not a company uses GSSI tools, it is clear that next-gen concrete scanning technology is coming in increasingly sophisticated iterations. There are better opportunities for data collection, real-time viewing, and data sharing. All of these features increase productivity and decrease the amount of time spent on-site. Not to mention that scans are more accurate, ensuring that any concrete restoration and construction are completed in a safe way. 

Concrete Scanning Service

Concrete scanning is undoubtedly a key part of preparing for concrete work. Without scanning technology, engineers and construction crew members would have to fly blind throughout the entire process. It is vital that you choose a concrete scanning service run by experts, who will handle the intricacies of this important task. 

At Tendon Systems, our highly trained engineers are ready to help. Whether you are looking for scanning, concrete coring or tendon restoration, our team has you covered. Here are some of our other services:

• Post-tensioning services
• Barrier cable
• Slab on grade
• Concrete restoration
• FRP strengthening, design & application

Although our main office is located in Georgia, we have projects in progress throughout the United States.

To learn more about our concrete scanning services, or our other services, give us a call at (678) 835-1100 or head to our website: https://www.tendonllc.com