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About Utility Safety
We give you the power to also visualize non metallic utilities from the surface allowing you to much better manage that risk on every dig.
The New Standard in Damage Prevention
Do not risk compromising underground utilities during excavation.
The Underground Utility Damage Prevention System (UDPS) empowers crews to scan jobsites before digging begins, identifying critical subsurface plastic and metal infrastructure that often goes undetected by traditional equipment.
We believe this technology can provide valuable insight for excavation projects.; it belongs in the hands of every superintendent and construction foreman and should be a standard tool on every excavator.
Advanced Detection for Hidden Plastic Infrastructure
Visualize Plastic Infrastructure
Detect PVC, HDPE, and other non-metallic pipes from the surface.
Precision Locating
Identify target positions within inches to prevent costly strikes.
Data Verification
Capture and upload up to 20,000 data samples to ensure comprehensive site scanning.
Rugged and Portable
A 2.5 lb handheld design built specifically for the demands of the field.
Prevent Utility Strikes Before You Dig
Underground Utility Strike Statistics
There are an estimated 400,000 to 800,000 underground utility strikes in the United States every year.
Because the central repository for this data relies on voluntary reporting, the exact number of documented events fluctuates. For instance, the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) officially captured roughly 197,000 specific damage incidents across its data systems. However, the organization notes that a massive percentage of minor or private line strikes go completely unreported.
Breakdown of Reported Incidents
Telecommunications
Accounts for approximately 49% of all reported strikes, making it the most frequently damaged utility type.
Natural Gas
Accounts for roughly 39% of reported strikes, presenting the highest immediate safety and explosion risks.
Water and Sewer
Represents a much lower percentage of the overall reported total, though these incidents carry significant environmental cleanup liabilities.
The Cost of Utility Strikes
The financial footprint of these errors is staggering, with utility line strikes generating an estimated $30 billion in direct and indirect economic waste annually across the country.
Primary Causes of Utility Strikes
Failure to Notify 811
Nearly 25% of all strikes happen simply because the excavator or homeowner failed to call the 811 “Call Before You Dig” helpline before breaking ground.
Improper Excavation Practices
Roughly 16% happen because operators fail to maintain a safe clearance or do not properly verify the marked lines by “potholing” (hand-digging test holes).
Locator Errors
Around 20% of damages are caused by professional locators missing lines completely or marking the underground footprint inaccurately.
Inaccurate Utility Records
An estimated 40% of all utility strikes occur because utility records are incomplete, inaccurate, or fail to reflect the actual location of underground facilities.
See the Difference in Action
Witness the impact of utility strikes and how our technology is changing the industry.
The Risks of Traditional Digging
When crews rely on incomplete information, the consequences can be catastrophic. Watch this report on a gas line strike in Hayward, CA, to see why advanced detection is non-negotiable.
Watch: California House Explodes After Construction Crew Hits Gas Line
Professional Standards for Utility Safety
Safety is a professional responsibility. Learn why identifying all utility locations is the first step for any pro before they even pick up a tool.
Watch the Underground Utility Safety Video
Advanced Detection You Can Trust
Our system doesn't just find pipes; it provides peace of mind. By detecting the electrostatic charges associated with underground non-metallic pipes, we provide a level of visibility that was previously impossible.
Get in Touch for a Safety Consultation
Contact David Kirk today to see how the UDPS can secure your next jobsite. Protect your crew and your projects.