Cable Location With Integrated GPS Technology

Location of buried services provides a constant strain to all building and civil engineering related projects. In today’s congested environment, it is imperative to locate services accurately and record these locations with pin point accuracy.

It’s pin point accuracy that is the key to saving lives. Cable avoidance tools are now powerful enough to trace a single service, provide depth estimation and warn if the instrument has been tilted, causing an error in their readings.

But, detailing the service and marking areas of a search has always been left to pen and paper. That is to say, a hand drawn diagram of the area surveyed is often sketched, not to scale or precise. Misinterpretation of the diagram can cause people to dig in areas that contain buried services, resulting in a cable strike and damage to the utility.

Recent upgrades to the utility infrastructure has required all services to be located to the highest accuracy and records kept digitally for historical reference. Until now the only way to record the location of a buried service, is first locate with a cable avoidance tool and then use a separate GPS device to log the location.

Cable Detection has overcome these problems by incorporating high accuracy, digital cable avoidance equipment with built-in GPS location technology.

GPS Positioning
The intelligent Cable Detection EZiCAT i700, EZiCAT i750, EZiCAT i750xf are the first cable locators to feature fully integrated internal GPS technology, which is used to record the geographical position of use.

The geographical position (Latitude and Longitude) is stored in the log file and provides information on where the locator was used. This information can then be transferred via Bluetooth to LOGiCAT software, making downloading and analysing the data quick and easy.

The GPS co-ordinates are recorded at second intervals and stored within the instruments internal memory. This ensures that all data relating to location of the service, activity of the instrument and geographical location is recorded.

Utilising the LOGiCAT software, managers can investigate and analyse the data. Points of interest can be identified and the service location can be recorded into a central database.

The recorded data can help identify training needs of users and for trace-ability of locating following a near miss, utility strike or similar incident.

For more information on the Cable Detection EZiCAT i700 series, visit our website

Cable Detection EZiCAT i600 and EZiCAT i650

Cable Detection has introduced two new editions to their digital range of cable locators; the EZiCAT i600 and i650.

Building on the success of the EZiCAT i500 and i550 models, the new EZiCAT i600 and i650 feature data capture and on board memory functions.

The Cable Detection EZiCAT i600 and i650 make locating underground cables and pipes a simple and efficient task, ultimately saving time and money. With the unique LOGiCAT Software, records can be retrieved and collated helping to increase on site safety, whilst identifying training needs.

Standard features found on the Cable Detection EZiCAT i600 and i650
• Large LCD Screen
• Depth Indication (i650 model only)
• Hazard Zone
• Enhanced Sonde Detection
• In-built Test Function
• Pinpoint Assist
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Service Due Indicator
• Auto Mode
• Generator Modes (8 & 33 kHz)
• Radio Mode
• Power Mode


i-Series LOGiCAT Software
i-Series LOGiCAT Software retrieves the following information from the locator:
• Time & Date Information
• Usage Duration
• User Identification
• Detection Mode Used
• Service Detection
• Product Fleet Management
• Diagnostic Check
• Management Reports


Not only do the new products offer these unique capabilities, all of the models represent the latest design in cable technology, with state-of- the-art digital signal processing (DSP) and intelligent software, the i-Series locators continue to make light work of ground surveys.


For more information -
Cable Detection EZiCAT i600

Cable Detection EZiCAT i650 – Depth Finding

Full range of cable location equipment

Why purchase a Cable Detection EZiCAT?

Cable Detection EZiSYSTEM range of cable avoidance tools (CAT) are becoming the preferred cable avoidance system with most civil engineering contractors. But why purchase the Cable Detection EZiCAT?

Most cable avoidance tools operate through an analogue system which requires complicate electronics and numerous switches to be set correctly to detect buried services.

Cable Detection uses state-of-the-art digital signal processing technology (DSP), removing switches, designed to be user friendly and more importantly, provides the maximum protection to the operator.

Better Operation
When detecting buried cables with standard cable avoidance locators, the instruments will only detect the specific search mode (Power, Radio or Genny modes) engaged by the operator.

That is to say, the operator will need to turn a switch to engage the search mode and rotate the Sensitivity Control for maximum sensitivity. In some cases, the operator will forget to setup the CAT correctly or the switches are damaged.

With the Cable Detection EZiCAT system, the instrument automatically starts in Power mode and with maximum sensitivity. This avoids human error and with the self test function, the cable locator can be tested in the field before use.

More Standard Features
Cable Detection have incorporated a range of advanced features into their new i-series cable avoidance tools. All instruments in their range will be equipped with the following.

Auto Mode
Automatically locates power or radio signals, helping to confirm the presence of services in one search.

Hazard Zone
The latest generation of cable avoidance tools from Cable Detection incorporate the ‘Hazard Zone’ feature which warns the operator of shallow power cables close to the surface.

Pinpoint Assist
Pinpoint assist is a useful addition to the new range of cable avoidance tools from Cable Detection. When searching for services, the highest peak reading will be maintained for a period of time allowing the operator to quickly and accurately pinpoint the service position.

Built-In Self Test
The Cable Detection EZiCAT system allows the operator to self test the functions of the instrument before use. The instrument will perform a hardware and software test, indicating if the instrument is operating correctly or not.



For more information -
Cable Detection EZiCAT i500

Cable Detection EZiCAT i550 – Depth Finding

Cable Detection EZiCAT i600

Cable Detection EZiCAT i650 - Depth Finding

Range of cable avoidance tools

Cable Detection i-Series Cable Locators

Cable Location has never been easier or safer, with the EZiSYSTEM range of avoidance tools.

The Cable Detection EZiCAT has been designed with the main emphasis on safety, our aim being to reduce on-site strike incidents by using the latest electronic technology to significantly reduce the human error element.

Unlike other makes, the new Cable Detection i-series provide advanced detection functions as standard.

Intelligence

Large LCD Screen - Standard
The large high contrast LCD screen provides a clear, easy-to-understand display of the instruments readings and functions. The built-in light sensor automatically enables the backlight in dark conditions.

Depth Indication (option)
The EZiCAT i550 features utility depth indication, when used in conjunction with the EZiTRACE or Sonde in 8 or 33 kHz modes. Operators can determine the depth of the buried utility. Providing a clear advantage when conducting ground surveys.

Hazard Zone - Standard
Buried utilities close to the surface pose a significant risk to site works. The new Hazard Zone function provides an additional warning to the close proximity of buried services, alerting users to the immediate danger.

Enhanced Sonde Detection - Standard
EZiCAT i-Series feature numeric signal strength readout, specifically designed for easy Sonde location. The highest number displayed indicates the exact position of the Sonde beneath the ground.

In-built Test Function - Standard
The EZiCAT i-series features an in-built test function allowing operators to test the hardware and software functionality before use.

Pinpoint Assist - Standard
Maintains the highest peak reading obtained on the signal strength indicator for a period of time, allowing the operator to quickly and accurately pinpoint the service position.

Bluetooth Connectivity (option)
Both the EZiCAT i-series locators can be purchased with the added benefit of Bluetooth wireless connectivity. It will allow the EZiCAT to integrate seamlessly with mobile mapping technology to log survey data.

Service Due Indicator - Standard
Supporting customer planned maintenance schedules or quality systems by displaying a wrench icon after12 months.



Flexibility

Auto Mode - Standard
Automatically locates power or radio signals, helping to confirm the presence of services upon initial site occupation making cable detection easier and safer!

Generator Modes (8 & 33 kHz) - Standard
Locates a specific signal applied by the EZiTRACE dual frequency signal generator to a metallic underground conductor.

Radio Mode - Standard
Traces signals originating from distant radio transmitters. These signals penetrate the ground and are reradiated by buried conductive services.

Power Mode (Default Mode) - Standard
Locates power signals radiated by energized cables which pose the most significant risk to excavation teams.

For more information -
Cable Detection EZiCAT i500

Cable Detection EZiCAT i550 – Depth Finding

Cable Detection EZiCAT i600 – Depth Finding

Cable Detection EZiCAT i650 – Depth Finding

Range of cable avoidance tools