Seminar

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is a new, real-time, non-destructive testing (NDT) technique that quickly and accurately locates the position and depth of post-tension cables, rebar, and electrical or fiber optic conduits embedded in concrete. GPR uses high frequency radio waves to inspect the interior of concrete structures and locate buried obstructions prior to drilling, cutting, or coring. Radar waves can, with a high degree of accuracy, locate targets to a depth of 18 inches or more in concrete.

GPR is superior to radiography (X-Ray - the only other NDT technique capable of “seeing” through a structure) in speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Unlike radiography, GPR is capable of continuous data collection, requires only one-sided access, and provides real-time inspection results. In addition, GPR poses no radiation hazards, is safe to operate in hospitals and during construction, and does not require any evacuation of personnel.

Agenda

• GPR Basics
• Concrete Scanning Applications
• Utility Location Applications
• Future of GPR Technique
• Recent Advances of GPR and New Applications
• Concrete Scanning Demonstration
• Utility Location Demonstration

Instructor

Csaba Ékes, PhD, P.Geo. - Terraprobe

Csaba Ékes graduated from Lorand Eotvos University in Budapest, Hungary with a Master’s degree in geology. He holds a Master’s degree from the University of Reading (UK) and a PhD from Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, Canada.

Dr Ékes has authored over 50 technical papers and consulting reports and is a regular speaker at conferences and trade shows throughout North America and Europe.

APEGBC is an AIBC/CES registered provider offering an AIBC-Accredited activity for 3.75 Core Learning Units.