Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, has introduced its Leica DS4000 utility detection system. According to a statement from Leica, the system “detects underground utilities more clearly at both shallow and deeper levels,” “reveals smaller objects that could have been missed before, such as fiber optic cables,” and “can identify underground assets up to 60% deeper than traditional systems.”
Matthias Twardzik, Director Hexagon Detection at Hexagon's Geosystems division said, “The DS4000 helps teams work more efficiently, confidently, and safely. With increasing emphasis on safety, tighter regulations, and more complex projects, precise underground utility detection is becoming even more critical. With the DS4000, surveyors can deliver accurate data in complex environments, and construction or utilities teams can reduce risk, avoid costly setbacks during excavation, and keep their timelines on track.”
The DS400, which integrates IDS GeoRadar’s Equalised Scrambling Technology (EsT), is billed as being “lightweight, portable,” and “easy and safe for a single person to transport and operate.” According to Leica, the wheels “can be quickly swapped out, enabling one user to tackle both flat surfaces and rough terrain without interruption.” In addition, the system’s antenna “is mounted on an automatic height-adjusting system that lowers it for detection and raises it to avoid obstacles, reducing the risk of damage.”
Source: Leica Geosystems
