Post-Tension Cable Scanning in British Columbia
Professional Post-Tension Cable Scanning
Post-tension cable scanning is one of the highest-consequence applications of GPR. Post-tensioned concrete slabs contain high-tension steel cables under enormous stress — striking one during cutting or coring can cause catastrophic failure, serious injury, and millions in damage. Our specialized GPR scanning identifies the exact position and depth of every post-tension cable within the slab, with multiple passes to ensure complete coverage. We provide marked scan grids on the slab surface and detailed reports documenting cable locations, allowing contractors to plan cuts safely around the tensioned elements.
Applications
- Post-tension slab cutting and coring safety
- Core drilling in PT concrete slabs
- Slab cutting in BC high-rise and parkade construction
- Renovation work in PT concrete buildings
- Demolition planning for PT structures
Benefits
- Prevents catastrophic PT cable strikes
- Complete slab coverage with multiple scan passes
- Precise depth measurement of cables
- Marked scan grid on slab surface
- Documentation for safety and liability protection
Equipment Used
- GSSI StructureScan Mini XT
- GSSI SIR 4000 with 1.6 GHz antenna
- MALA CX12 with PT cable detection
- IDS C-Thrue GPR system
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