EGW Utility Solutions it . Sometimes a pipe can traverse several types of soil or is situated in an earthquakeprone area . Periodic mapping detects changes in pipeline subsidence at an early stage , thereby facilitating the redirection of maintenance dollars to those areas where pipe movement is most severe . When it comes to the benefits of gyroscopic mapping technology , there are plenty . Firstly , the practice does not require aboveground tracing or tracking ; Gyro-mapping tools operate autonomously between entry and exit points , and can be mapped at any depth . The probe can map deep-laying pipes , and pipes crossing underneath rivers , highways , train tracks , or buildings with ease .
Thirdly , the technique is unaffected by groundwater level and electromagnetic interference , which is a significant advantage over other types of locating technologies . It is also time efficient as it takes less than one hour to perform the measurement , and once the unit has run through the pipe four times , it is much easier to analyze the data onsite by uploading it to the field laptop .
Last , but not least , because the practice samples at high frequency , gyro mapping creates a very rich data set from which accurate and highly detailed positional and bend radius information can be derived . or existing pipelines with questionable asbuilt data . Therefore , the best moment to map is during shutdowns for maintenance or repairs . The highly efficient operational procedures of gyro-mapping systems mean that the incremental shutdown time is minimal . Typically , it is possible to map a 500m section of pipe in less than one hour .
EGW ’ s deep understanding and experience in the underground utility market , alongside its unique and complex nature , allow it to provide customers with excellent service . The company ’ s purpose is solving problems , making connections and serving others , and it will strive to continue to serve the construction industry with the highest quality for many more years . ■
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One question customers might ask is when is the best moment to gyro-map underground utilities . Well , the answer is simple : right after installation . Mapping a pipe immediately after installation is the most cost-efficient moment in a pipe ’ s life cycle to obtain an accurate assessment . Besides the value , as an independent technology , of verifying the contractor ’ s performance , it will also help protect pipes from third-party damage during their remaining operational lifetime .
Furthermore , it can also be used to assess temporarily decommissioned utility pipes construction-today . com 117