Subsurface Mapping GPR GS9000
The Proceq GS9000 is an advanced Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) system designed for subsurface mapping. It provides high-quality imaging and real-time data collection, making it ideal for a wide range of applications such as utility detection, infrastructure assessments, and geotechnical surveys. The system can easily create detailed 3D maps of underground structures, helping users to identify features like pipes, cables, and voids beneath the surface.
With its user-friendly interface and multichannel capabilities, the GS9000 allows for quick and efficient data acquisition. It provides high-resolution images and can be used across various industries, including construction, civil engineering, and environmental monitoring. The system's versatility, portability, and accuracy make it a valuable tool for professionals looking to conduct thorough subsurface investigations.
The most efficient multichannel GPR system with real-time 3D visualization
- Interchangeable GPR arrays covering a vast array of applications
- Get an accurate 3D map of the underground, literally, as you walk
- Get the most powerful insights from your data, anytime, anywhere
Applications:
Damage prevention / Excavation safety / Utility locating & mapping / Subsurface utility engineering (SUE) / Surveying & Reality Capture / Road inspection / Bridge inspection / Geophysical investigations / Archaeology / Forensics & UXO / Precision Agriculture
Standard for Subsurface Mapping GPR GS9000:
- AS 5488-2013 (Australia): Provides guidelines for the detection, identification, and location of underground utilities, ensuring safety and accuracy in subsurface investigations.
- NF_S70-003 (France): Defines methods for geophysical techniques, such as ground penetrating radar (GPR), for locating underground utilities, ensuring accurate underground mapping.
- UNI/PdR 26.01:2017 (Italy): Establishes standards for non-destructive testing methods and equipment, particularly in underground utility surveys, to enhance infrastructure management and safety.
- ASCE 38-02 (United States): Outlines the guidelines for underground utility surveys, focusing on accurate location, identification, and the use of geophysical methods for infrastructure management.
- CSA S250 (Canada): Provides standards for the detection, marking, and mapping of underground utilities, with a focus on public safety and improving infrastructure maintenance.
- HSG47 (United Kingdom): A safety guide for working near underground utilities, outlining risk assessments, safety procedures, and minimizing accidents during subsurface works.
- PAS128 (United Kingdom): Focuses on quality levels for underground utility surveys, aiming to establish clear standards for data accuracy, presentation, and methodologies in utility detection.
- ASTM D6432-11: A standard guide for the use of ground penetrating radar (GPR) for subsurface investigations, primarily used in pavement and structural assessments.
- NCHRP Synesis 255: Provides a framework for assessing pavement conditions, utilizing non-destructive testing techniques like GPR for evaluating cracks, voids, and structural integrity.
- SHRP H-672: Focuses on predicting pavement materials' performance, evaluating durability, and improving maintenance strategies through long-term data and testing.
- SHRP S-300: Evaluates concrete bridge conditions, particularly the corrosion of reinforced steel, and offers methods to monitor deterioration over time for proactive repairs.
- SHRP S-325: Examines the use of ground-penetrating radar (GPR) in bridge deck inspections, detecting delaminations and subsurface deterioration under asphalt overlays.
Technical Specifications:
Model Number |
GS9000 |
Radar technology |
Stepped-frequency GPR |
Modulated frequency range |
500 – 3000 MHz ² | 30 – 750 MHz ³ |
Number of channels |
35 (VV) + 15 (HH) ² | 11 (VV) ³ |
Channel spacing |
2.5 cm (VV), 5.5 cm (HH) ² | 7.5 cm ³ |
Scan width |
0.85 m ² | 0.82 m ³ |
Scan rate |
27500 scans/s ² | 22000 scans/s ³ |
Time window |
45 ns ² | 130 ns ³ |
Spatial interval |
Up to 100 scans/m |
Dimensions |
722 x 1178 x 443 mm |
Weight |
45 Kg ² |
Wheel encoders |
2, on rear wheels |
Ingress protection (IP) / sealing |
IP65 |
Power consumption |
Off-the-shelf power bank ⁴ |
Autonomy |
6 hours | Hot-swappable ⁵ |
Operating temperature |
-10° to 50°C | 14° to 122° F |
Operating humidity |
G<95% RH, non-condensing |
Connectivity |
WiFi, USB-A, USB-C, Lemo ⁶ |
GNSS satellites |
Multiband GPS + Glonass + Galileo + Beidou |
GNSS real-time corrections |
SSR augmentation / NRTK-compatible ⁷ |
GNSS real-time 3D accuracy |
Typ. 1 - 5 cm | 0.5 - 2 in ⁸ |
GNSS initialization time |
Typ. 5 - 30 s |
1. Running an up-to-date iOS version; recommended models: iPad Pro® WiFi + Cellular (2022 model or superior)
2. In combination with GX1 array module
3. In combination with GX2 array module
4. USB-C power bank with Power Delivery. Max. dimensions: W 85mm x H 28mm (recommended power: 12/15/20V - >45 W)
5. Using 2x 26,800 mAh power banks
6. For terrestrial positioning systems, an intermediate serial adapter to DB9 might be needed to output Pseudo NMEA GGA positions
7. Needs an active Internet connection on the iPad; SSR service available in Europe, USA, southern Canada, southeastern Australia and South Korea / NRTK corrections via NTRIP in RTCM3 format
8. Via NTRIP RTK or SSR corrections; the achieved accuracy is subject to atmospheric conditions, satellite geometry, observation time, etc.
9. Up to 1 TB of personal space per user ID