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Registrace 15. 10. 2018
Utility Locating- The 70% Rule
In this quick video I explain the 70% rule which is a technique you can use to verify the depth reading that the locator is displaying.
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This is part 2 of the tutorial on how to locate an underground utility using the induction method.
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Here's an introduction video on how to locate an underground utility (street lights in this case) using induction. Induction is when you set the transmitter on top of the target line which sends a signal through the ground and onto the line. This is an effective way to locate a line but should only be used when absolutely necessary. Induction increases the chance of your signal bleeding onto ot...
If you had tried 69%, it would’ve been niiiiiiice
Your equipment works like crap.
I’m just being honest you suck hopfully you do not locate any more
Woooow !!!!
#technique
My supervisor has our vivax locator strictly on peak null, I think it works well, but it’s still all new to me. I’m down for my comment to be a conversation piece on what actually works best
Taking over the family business this helped a lot
Excellent
Nice, so it’s kind of like triangulation
I applied for a utility locator job, how does the training work? Do I need to drive to a classroom?
Out of interest, what camera are you using? It has great image quality. I was thinking I would invest in a camera so I have a good record of all of my locate jobs...
You just earned a subscriber! Great video
An easier way to do this is, on top of the pipe touch the ground with the receiver and tilt it to 45 degrees. Slowly start to move left or right until your meter peeks. The distance between the peaks is your dept. A Squared x B squared= C Squared.
Power 60 that
I appreciate the spirit of the team work as well as the service to keep the people well informed. . . . WELL DEDICATED . . . . .
Would like to see more videos great info for green horns.
I’m 17 and I’m watching your vids over and over to learn how to locate better as I have no one in real life to help lol. Starting a business locating. Trying to find more channels that teach this, hoping you upload more ❤️
Starting your own locate business is wild ! Hows it been?
You can also hook up to the bolts on Street lights with standard leads. Hard part usually is finding a ground spot
Awesome info looking forward to some more videos from you.
Thanks for the videos fr I start a new locating job Monday and really needed this
Looking up these videos. I applied for this job almost a month ago. Application still in progress. I hope to get the job
I got it but quit cuz i was scared
Most accurate thing "the locates you think will be easy and quick aren't and the ones you put off for a couple days because you think it will be a bad one is quick and easy" 😂
Thanks!
What’s the best way to locate low voltage street lights
Hook up directly to street light pole, i unscrew the screws in the plate just a lil bit and hook up to them. It’s real easy if their on a loop system
Thanks!
Thanks
Excellent
Thanks for this post! Super helpful!
Do u have basic concept or pdf file that i can study for deeper understanding on this field. Planning to change a career in this field. Thanks a lot.
Seems like good info but the shaking of the video makes it hard to watch.
I read several comments below from new inexperienced locators and I would like to comment to them. I have been locating for about 50 years and have been a trainer for over 20 years. I would never recommend to a new locator to use this method. Direct connection is always the preferred method. Different employers have different rules but everywhere I've worked we trained our locators to open the inspection plate and use a voltage tester to test the circuit and then use the green ground to hook up to. If you are unable to access the wires and the pole is metal you can try connecting directly to the pole, as was stated below. Sometimes you may fine a pull box at the base of the pole and you an access the wires there. You really need to know haw many lines are leaving a pole so you can account for all of them. Inductive locating may not always create a signal all all of them. Remember your signal will take the path of least resistance to ground. If you have multiple circuits leaving a location Inductive locating will not guarantee you will detect the all......Just my opinion
Thanks for your comment. Im happy to address some of your points. To be clear, I never said Induction was the best or only method to locate. I’m simply just showing how it works as I believe having every tool at your disposal is better than not having it when you need it. Induction can be an extremely useful tool when locating underground utilities in many scenarios and telling people it’s “not the best method” is lazy and limiting to any locator. I would much rather show people how it works and warn them of it’s downsides then have them think it doesn’t work. Lastly, many public utility companies (like the one i work for) don’t allow the locators to open any electric structures for direct connect without a lineman present. Just one small example of why it’s good to know how induction works if you’re in a bind with no other options.
@@utilitylocator6322 Completely agree with your clarification.
@@jefferymortenson5109 But you are correct, induction shouldn’t be used most of the time. When i first posted this video on CZcams I had intentions of posting many other videos, like how to direct connect, but just never got around to it. I will post a direct connect video soon so that new locators see how they should normally hook up when locating.
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Hi. Can you tell me the deepest it can go? Can I use it to find a buried treasure?!!
Hi. Can you tell me the deepest it can go? Can I use it to find a buried treasure?!!
Love this way for cast and steel. Easiest way more bleed over but it’s good as long as you know where the lines are.
Thanks for sharing - great video
Is it possible to get a reliable depth with the vLoc Pro 3 while inducing? We tested some known utility depths based on top of utility being spotted and we were seeing numbers more than double the true depth.
What’s the best things to say on the phone interview?
USIC phone interviewer/recruiter offered $18.00hr starting pay. I drive 70miles to the Northeast Florida, Jacksonville office for the in-person interview, and the pay offered was $16.50. Total bait-and-switch bullcrap. Totally not interested in any company which relies on unethical business practices like this. I have 2 other job offers from unrelated businesses @ 17 & 18hr. I would not have wasted my time and gas on USIC had they been honest. Florida is an 'at-will' employment state. A bait and switch is not illegal, but just reasonably imagine what USIC management may do through the years of employment if they have the cajones and moral-deficiency to do that at the very onset!
If you had to check an area of slab just to see if there are any conduit lines, would you be able to do this without the box? If youre scanning an area just to see if there are pipes, you cant really attach the box to anything.
If you have a colleague, get them to carry the transmitter 20-30ft away from you. You both walk in a straight line across the area, walking side-by-side (but 20-30ft apart). Anything in the area that is a) conductive and b) extends from the transmitter to the receiver should be detectable.
Amazing video. Keep coming. I have learned a lot
What did you ground to near that light?
As a utility locator for 2 years now, null is only for verification. Peak is the way to go for most accurate locates.
Keep the transmitter in the truck..click your wand on power mode an womp womp
Thanks for these videos. I just got a job with a local utility locating company and I’m trying to pick up how to do this so I’m watching your videos at home.
How you liking it?
@@savagemolonlabe9234TBH I’m liking it a lot. I’m working for a nation wide company that’s got good benefits and all that and the work is pretty easy. It was a lot to learn and I’m taking it all in slowly but overall I’m enjoying it.
@@Bobby_TX-210 awesome man good to hear! I’m starting with USIC on the 23rd I’m excited but hesitant because of all the bad reviews. Wish me luck!
@@savagemolonlabe9234 how’d it go?
We use the rda 8100 at usic. Good video however.
Nice! Radiodetection locators are great. Just overpriced. The vLoc3 line blows it out of the water with features and price.
This helps. I applied for a job with a local company. I wanted an idea about the job.
Same exact reason I’m here
Same reason I’m here also
Do you like it? Are you still doing this for work. I’m thinking about doin this
Lol same reason im here
I actually was here to watch cat videos and somehow I end up here
I personally would only use this method as a last resort. Also when in induction mode you need to be at least 20 meters away from the transmitter if possible.
You are correct. And as a general rule, 20 meters is a safe guideline. But the best way to determine proper distance is the way I explained in the video. Thanks for watching.
please tell me how you detect the sewer pipes
It’s ok if you don’t want to say...but what company do u work for?
Can't thank you enough for making these videos.