Excavation work, especially when dealing with underground utilities and services, can be fraught with risks. Accidental strikes on buried cables, pipes, or other infrastructure not only pose a threat to the workers involved but also lead to costly repairs, project delays, and potential service disruptions. This is where non-destructive digging (NDD), specifically hydro vacuum excavation, […]
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Safety First: Why Non-Destructive Digging by Reveal Underground Services is Crucial for Underground Excavation
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Debunking 5 Common Myths About Vacuum Excavation
Vacuum excavation, also known as hydro vacuum excavation or non-destructive digging, has revolutionised the way underground utilities are located and excavated. Despite its widespread use and proven effectiveness, there are still misconceptions surrounding this innovative method. In this blog post, we aim to debunk five common myths about vacuum excavation and shed light on its […]
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What is vacuum excavation?
Vacuum excavation is a non-destructive method of excavation. If you are working in the vicinity of any underground assets and are looking for the most effective excavation method, it’s worth considering vacuum excavation. The method is non-destructive and allows for efficient and quick digging. But what exactly is vacuum excavation? And when can it […]
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Types of Underground Utility Mapping Technology
Using ground penetrating radar (GPR) and other utility mapping technology to find underground utility lines is a useful way of finding and inspecting pipes, cables, and other structures. This technology helps us locate and identify these objects without the need to physically enter them, and in some cases, it can help prevent damage to properties. […]
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Benefits of Hydro Vacuum Excavation
Hydro vacuum excavation is a safe and effective method to clear away soil from your building site. This method allows you to get rid of virtually all types of soil. It is also more cost-effective and safer than traditional methods, and it can even reduce the risk of property damage. If you are planning a […]
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Why Do We Use Concrete Scanning Technology?
Concrete scanning is a type of technology that enables contractors to safely mark concrete before cutting or drilling. The ability to see structural components prior to digging is especially helpful in preventing damage to rebar, post-tension cables, and other utilities. Using concrete scanning to detect these areas can prevent serious consequences, such as a building’s […]
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How to safely locate underground assets
Safely locating buried underground utilities before conducting work is vital. If you are looking to dig underground for your project, it is a legal requirement that you take the appropriate steps to avoid damaging any underground cables or utility services. If you have plans to dig, be it at a construction site or a small […]
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How to choose which vac truck to use
If you need to hire a vac truck, there are a few things to think about. When it comes to performing projects requiring excavation work and non-destructive digging, vac trucks are highly versatile and useful in safely executing them. Hydro vacuum trucks are used to break up and cut the earth. It is done using […]
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Why are non-destructive excavation techniques beneficial?
If you are looking to dig a sizable amount of earth, it is worth looking into non-destructive digging services. There are various reasons why non-destructive digging services are an effective way to identify and excavate around underground assets. Read on to discover just some of the ways that utility locators use non-destructive digging techniques to […]
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What are ground-penetrating radars used for?
Ground Penetrating Radars (GPR) are an important tool in safely collecting underground utility data. Ground Penetrating Radar technology is a vital piece of the underground locating process. It can accurately locate what lies below a surface without needing any digging or drilling. Therefore, it is widely used by accredited locators in utility locating, in conjunction […]