A pipe locator is a device that can detect the location of underground pipes. Whether it’s a gas, water, electricity or internet pipe, these reliable machines can pin-point their location easily.
It’s important that builders and excavators use pipe locators prior to beginning a project. Should they commence a job without knowing if there are pipes located under their project area, then they’re at risk of doing more harm than good while working on their project.
In this blog, we explore the benefits of using a pipe locator before you kick-start your next big project.
Easy to Use
Pipe locators usually come with two parts – the transmitter and receiver. The transmitter will induce a signal onto the nearest pipe, while the receiver will pinpoint the position of the pipe.
One such combination of a premium transmitter and receiver is the Radiodetection RD8000. The sleek, ergonomic design of the receiver makes the locator easy to hold for extended periods of time. The transmitter’s digital platform allows you to be in control of its power and frequency.
But there are some pipe locators on the market that have fused both of these parts into one convenient system. The Sensors and Software LMX100 is an excellent example of this fusion. Its mower-like design allows the user to easily push the device around to detect any pipes.