Surveyor:
The Autonomous Pipeline Mapping System
The Surveyor is a state-of-the-art pipeline mapping system designed for buried and exposed pipelines. This surface-towed platform combines LiDAR, Sonar, IMU, and GNSS sensors to deliver millimetre-level accuracy for utility mapping, as-built verification, and pipeline rehabilitation projects. Whether you’re working in urban corridors, river crossings, or challenging terrains, the Surveyor provides fast, reliable, and actionable data for asset management.
Key Features
Surface-towed platform
Ideal for buried and exposed pipeline mapping with minimal disruption.
Multi-sensor integration
Combines LiDAR, Sonar, IMU, and GNSS for comprehensive data collection.
High-precision mapping
Captures accurate 3D positional and depth data for utilities and structures.
Adaptable to diverse terrains
Performs reliably in urban environments and river crossings.
Rapid data processing
Enables real-time visualization and asset inventory.
Applications
Perfect for pipeline rehabilitation, as-built verification, and utility mapping.
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Why Choose the Surveyor?
The Surveyor empowers municipalities, utilities, and engineering firms with fast, accurate, and cost-effective pipeline mapping solutions. Its advanced sensor fusion and real-time processing capabilities reduce project timelines and improve decision-making for rehabilitation and maintenance planning. Our proprietary data fusion software guarantees seamless integration of LiDAR, Sonar, IMU, and GNSS data for comprehensive reporting.
Technical Specifications
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PPR Frequency: 1.6 GHz & 2.3 GHz
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Signal Penetration: ~8" to 36" (200–920 mm)
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Accuracy: 0.39" (10 mm)
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Horizontal Sampling Rate: 0.2" (5 mm)
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Pipe Diameter Range: 21"–60" (525–1500 mm)
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Vehicle Speed: Up to 32 ft (100 m) per hour
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Tether Cable: 3,380 ft (1,000 m), optional 12,000 ft
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Weight: ~240 lb (140 kg)
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Operating Temp: 32º–122º F (0°–50° C)
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Depth Rating: Vehicle 100 ft (30 m), GPR splash-proof
Benefits
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Detects voids outside non-ferrous pipes
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Accurately measures pipe wall thickness and reinforcement cover
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Confirms structural integrity of pipelines
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Prevents catastrophic failures and sinkholes
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Provides geospatially accurate point clouds and heatmaps
Cameras
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Front: Inuktun Spectrum 90 (1080p, options up to 8K)
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Rear: Inuktun Crystal Cam fixed focus
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Lighting: High-intensity LED
Control System
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Power: 110/220 VAC
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PC-based GUI
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Electric variable-speed tether reel
Reporting
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Continuous wall thickness and reinforcement measurements
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Colour-coded voids and joints
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PACP/WRC-compliant CCTV reports
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Correlated CCTV and PPR visualization
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MSI geometry deviation and intensity heatmaps
How It Works
The Surveyor uses Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Pipe Penetrating Radar (PPR) to send electromagnetic pulses through pipe walls and surrounding soil. These reflected signals from the pulses reveal cracks, voids, couplings, material changes, and water content up to 36 inches (920 mm) beyond the pipe wall. Combined with LiDAR and Sonar, this system delivers a complete picture of pipeline condition and location.
