Why Accuracy Matters: Preventing Utility Strikes with Pipehorn Locators

Prevent Utility Strikes | Pipehorn | Blog

Underground utilities are the crucial support systems of our communities that supply water, electricity, gas, telecom, and more. But when those lines are struck during excavation, the consequences can be serious. Property damage, costly delays, worker injury, and even life-threatening incidents are all very real risks.  In many cases, these incidents come down to one […]

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 Hidden World Beneath Your Feet: Understanding Underground Infrastructure Risk

The HIdden World Beneath Your Feet | Blog | Pipehorn

Every construction project, every landscaping job, every municipal repair carries with it an invisible threat that some can underestimate. Beneath the ground’s surface lies a complex network of utilities – a labyrinth of pipes, cables, and conduits that can transform a routine dig into a catastrophic event in mere seconds.  As we move further into […]