It can be tempting to skip steps such as using specialized scanning equipment to scan concrete before drilling, cutting, or coring concrete to safe time or costs, but what lies beneath the surface can turn a routine job into a safety hazard, a financial blowout, or both. Here are four risks of working blind without scanning first. Striking Reinforcement Steel (Rebar) Rebar provides essential strength to concrete structures. Damaging it by drilling or cutting not only weakens

Earthquake resilience in New Zealand is a top priority for engineers and builders. Strengthening older buildings often means drilling and installing new anchors, bolts, or reinforcements. But before any of that work begins, you need to know exactly what’s inside the concrete. Earthquake strengthening requires high-precision scanning to not only meet building codes but to actively protect people, assets, and future building performance. At Structure Concrete Scanning, based in

The Hilti PS 1000 X-Scan is a high-resolution pulse radar system designed to provide a "3D window" into concrete. Depth: Seeing through the concrete slab The Hilti PS 1000 we operate is engineered specifically for concrete, meaning its frequency is tuned for high resolution in dense materials. Maximum Depth: The unit can effectively locate objects at a depth of up to 300mm in dry concrete. Device width: The physical device width is 190mm wide, so can get into tight spaces for

Scanning for Safety: Why Experience Matters on Site At Structure Concrete Scanning, we believe the safest job site is an informed one. We work across a diverse range of environments, we are fully Site Safe Passport certified, ensuring we meet New Zealand safety standards before we even step onto your project. Site hazards Every site has its own set of risks. Our experience allows us to quickly assess potential hazards and adapt to the specific needs of the environment. Whethe

Hilti PS 1000 X-Scan When planning any construction or renovation project, one of the biggest risks is what you can’t see. Hidden inside concrete are steel reinforcements, conduits, pipes, and sometimes even post-tension cables. Damaging these during cutting, drilling, or coring can lead to costly repairs, delays, and serious safety hazards. That’s why professional scanning is essential before work begins. But many people are unsure: should you use concrete scanning or X-ray?