Scanning concrete before drilling or coring helps identify embedded reinforcement and utilities, reducing the risk of damaging post-tension cables, rebar, or conduit and helping projects proceed more safely and efficiently.

Yes. GPR is commonly used to locate post-tension cables within concrete slabs before drilling, anchoring, or coring. Identifying these cables beforehand helps contractors plan safe penetration locations.

Yes. Depending on the material and site conditions, GPR can locate metallic conduit, PVC conduit, electrical lines, and other embedded utilities within concrete.

Drilling into a post-tension slab without first locating the cables can damage the structural system and lead to costly repairs. Before drilling, coring, or anchoring into a post-tension slab, it's recommended to have the area scanned with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to identify embedded cables and other obstructions.

Both technologies have their place.

Ground Penetrating Radar is non-destructive, does not use radiation, provides results immediately, and generally requires access to only one side of the concrete.

Concrete X-ray can provide additional detail in certain situations but typically requires access to both sides of the slab, specialized safety procedures, and more time to complete.