The Pipehorn Story: From Field Challenges to Industry-Leading Utility Locators

Every crew knows the challenges: inaccurate maps, unreliable tracer wire, and buried lines hidden under years of repairs and paving. In those environments, locating accuracy matters. It keeps work on track and crews out of harm’s way. Pipehorn was built with one simple goal: to solve the problem of locating underground utilities in a simplified […]

Benefits of High and Low-Frequency Locators in Utility Corridors

Benefits of High and Low-Frequency Locators in Utility Corridors | Blog | Pipehorn

Under the surface of every city lies a complicated web of utilities: gas lines, electric cables, telecom conduits, water mains, and more, all packed tightly into limited underground space. These areas, often referred to as utility corridors, are among the most challenging environments for utility locating professionals. When multiple lines are buried close together, the […]

Overcoming Utility Locating Challenges with High Frequency

Overcoming Utility Locating Challenges with High Frequency | Blog | Pipehorn

When it comes to utility locating, short side services, inserted lines, and unenergized power lines present some of the toughest challenges in the field. These utilities can be difficult to detect using conventional equipment, which often leads to unnecessary risks and delays on the job site. It’s more important than ever to equip your team […]

The Challenges of Utility Locating

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As an excavator or utility locator, you understand the importance of accurately identifying underground infrastructure to prevent costly and dangerous strikes. However, some utilities can be notoriously difficult to locate, putting your crew and the public at risk. Buried utilities come in a variety of materials, sizes, and depths, each presenting unique locating challenges. Older, […]