PROVIDING NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING SOLUTIONS
Concrete Imaging, Inc. is your trusted partner for precise and reliable nondestructive testing solutions tailored to meet your investigative needs. Utilizing the latest technology and expert teams enables us to deliver accurate results for projects of any size.
Our Expertise
Nondestructive Testing Methods
2D Ground Penetrating Radar
Also referred to as "Recon" scanning, this method provides essential information to help locate embedded objects within concrete. 2D Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is the most commonly used type of GPR because it allows for rapid data acquisition, significantly reducing the time needed for surveying each area.
3D Ground Penetrating Radar
This method is often confused with Concrete X-Ray. 3D Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) involves conducting multiple scans of an area. Each scan is transferred to a computer, which combines them to create a 3D model of the tested space. This process aids in locating embedded objects that may have been missed using 2D methods. This helps locate embedded items that may have been overlooked with 2D GPR.
Utility Scanning - Soils GPR
This type of Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) can penetrate deep into the soil and is used to locate embedded items, voids, and other anomalies. Utility scanning is typically employed to prepare a site for construction. Additionally, it serves as an investigative tool to identify known items in the soil, such as property stakes, utility lines, and burial plots.
Industrial Radiography - Concrete XRay
This method is used to identify and avoid embedded objects within the concrete. A radioactive isotope is placed on one side of the concrete, while a CCD detector is positioned on the opposite side. The radiation penetrates the concrete and exposes the detector, which generates an image of the embedded items. This process allows us to clearly see what is inside the concrete and determine the best approach to avoid damaging these items. Once a safe area is identified on the slab, Concrete Imaging, Inc. will provide a warranty for that section, ensuring that you can proceed with drilling and will not damage any post-tension cables, PVC conduits, or other items that need to be preserved.
CCTV Video Pipe Inspection
This method is used to inspect and assess the condition of pipes. A video camera is inserted into one end of the pipe, and footage is recorded as the camera is pushed further inside. Images and videos are documented for the report to note any damage, blockages, or items of concern. The inspection system can also be equipped with an anode attachment, allowing the technician to trace the route of the pipe.
Utility Sweeping - Utility Locating
This method uses a locator to detect and trace items within the soil that have an electromagnetic field. Items located with an electromagnetic field often indicates there is an energized circuit present. Additionally, the locator can be used to trace specific radiofrequencies and track signals from anode attachments.
Our Specializations
Where We Excel
Providing nondestructive testing solutions for a wide range of projects, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Ground Penetrating Radar
(GPR)
Digital Industrial Radiography (XRay)
Soils Ground Penetrating Radar
(Soils GPR)
Why Choose Us?
Concrete Imaging, Inc. is dedicated to delivering excellence on every project and strive to present our customers with precise and reliable results.
Small Business Relationships
Being a small business allows us to connect directly with our customers, ensuring personable relationships and communication.
Transparent Processes
We aim to be as transparent as possible, providing solutions before problems. We find it important to provide our customers with as much information as we can to ensure each project runs smoothly.
Expert Team
Our team comprises certified professionals focused on delivering accurate testing and reliable results.
Client Satisfaction
We prioritize exceptional customer support and satisfaction throughout the testing process.
Safety Oriented
Our teams prioritize workplace safety. Each technician holds various certifications to identify and correct hazards.
Experience
With over 19 years of experience, we bring unmatched expertise in non-destructive testing solutions.
Client Testimonials
Walker R. Ballinger
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Vice President
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Vantage Construction
"Concrete Imaging is a professional and responsive shop. As a GC, due to the necessity of multiple coordination factors, I am often in a position of needing their team to be readily available and most importantly perform within the time constraints allotted. Concrete Imaging always delivers allowing me to focus on the subsequent tasks. I especially appreciate their self-initiating support to find an efficient resolution in the field when inevitable conflicts arise. Mel and his team are my go-to crew!"
Chris Ward
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Project Manager
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Teel Construction, Inc.
"You guys are a top-notch group. Incredibly responsive, always available to accommodate our requests with typically no notice at all, and your team is great to work with. You guys are my go-to contractor when it comes to GPR scanning, utility locating, and X-Ray."
Pat Altieri
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Superintendent
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Hitt Contracting Inc.
"I have had a working relationship with Mel Fravel and his crew for 15 years. His quick response time and professional field crews have been exceptional. I look forward to future work with Concrete Imaging."
Kodi Coe
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Project Manager
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Skanska USA Building
"The Concrete Imaging Team provided fair and reasonable pricing. In the field, they were professional, timely, organized, quiet and clean. I would definitely use them on future projects."
Colby Usilton
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Project Manager​
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PRO-AIR INC.
"A good x-ray subcontractor is hard to come by but Concrete Imaging makes the entire process easy and worry free. Their staff is professional and very knowledgeable when it comes to their work. My team will continue to use Concrete Imaging and I would recommend them without worry."
Brian Miller
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Lead Engineer
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Brookfield Properties
"Concrete Imaging Inc has been my preferred vendor for X rays and GPR testing at our post tensioned property for the past 5 years. The Concrete Imaging X ray crews that are sent out to the site have outperformed the competition with their general knowledge of the X-ray process, safety, communication with the onsite engineering team, and finally the layout of the area being scanned. I look forward to using Concrete Imaging for all of our scans going forward."
Adam White
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​President
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Infinity Building Inc.
"Concrete Imaging has been reliable, on time, under budget and an absolute team player in the field and office. Their ability and knowledge base is unfounded, resulting in superior scanning results."