Specialised Locating
Geotrace Australia delivers specialised utility locating services for environments where traditional detection methods fall short. Whether you’re dealing with congested urban infrastructure, unusual materials, or critical infrastructure corridors, we use cutting-edge technologies and expert methodologies to accurately locate what others can’t.
What Is Specialised Locating?
Specialised locating goes beyond standard electromagnetic (EMF) techniques. It involves:
Multi-frequency Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
Passive & active signal tracing.
Inductive locating for non-conductive assets.
Sonde locating (tracer balls or sondes in conduits).
Utility mapping with GIS integration.
Integration with CCTV pipe inspections and potholing.
This advanced approach is essential when:
Utility records are unclear or conflicting.
Pipes are plastic, fibre, or clay.
You’re in a highly congested CBD or brownfield site.
Accuracy is critical to project planning or safety.
What Do Our Drone Services Include?
Aerial Utility Mapping
Capture accurate aerial views of utility corridors, asset locations, and easements.
Topographic Surveys
Generate high-resolution orthomosaics and 3D terrain models.
Infrastructure Inspections
Safely inspect roofs, towers, poles, bridges, and hard-to-access structures.
Environmental & Site Monitoring
Track erosion, vegetation, and surface conditions over time.
Photogrammetry & Modelling
Convert imagery into 2D/3D maps for engineering and GIS applications.
What Can We Locate?
Electrical and communication cables.
Water, sewer, and stormwater pipes.
Gas mains and service lines.
Non-metallic services (PVC, fibre optics).
Abandoned or undocumented assets.
Subsurface anomalies, voids, or tanks.
Advantages of Aerial Utility Support
Improved Safety
No need to send personnel into hazardous or elevated areas.
Faster Turnaround
Cover large or remote areas in a fraction of the time.
High-Resolution Imaging
Pinpoint utility alignments and infrastructure details.
Cost-Effective
Fewer man-hours, equipment needs, and disruptions.
Fully Integrated
Drone data is processed for use in GIS systems or included in utility reports.
Where It’s Used
High-risk urban development zones.
Civil infrastructure upgrades.
Industrial and mining facilities.
Heritage or archaeologically sensitive sites.
Airports, hospitals, and defence infrastructure.
Advanced Utility Locating for Complex, Congested, or High-Risk Sites
Why Choose Geotrace?
All Geotrace drone operations are carried out under strict CASA guidelines and backed by decades of geospatial and utility expertise.
Experienced Technicians
Decades of hands-on expertise in detecting and interpreting underground assets.
Multi-Technology Approach
We customise locating methods to suit your site’s unique conditions, combining GPR, EMF, inductive, and sonde techniques.
High Accuracy
Minimise risk to buried infrastructure and ensure precise, reliable results for complex or congested sites.
Compliant & Insured
All work meets Australian Standards AS5488, backed by full insurance for peace of mind.
Ready to see what lies beneath?
With over 250,000 projects completed and more than 2,000 satisfied clients across Australia, Geotrace brings unmatched experience to every site. Our decades in the field mean you get proven accuracy, rapid turnaround, and the confidence to dig with zero surprises underground.
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