Electronic Leak Detection

General Pipe Cleaners Gen-Ear LE

The Gen-Ear LE from General Pipe Cleaners is an easy-to-use, economical water leak locator with strong sound amplification. It can be used to pinpoint water leaks in residential and commercial waterlines. The compact amplifier fits easily in the palm of your hand. It provides noise-free amplification with built-in preset audio filters so you don’t have to guess what settings to use. High-performance headphones with noise cancellation block out interference from surrounding ambient noise. The advanced acoustic sensor listens for the gurgling or hammering of water escaping from a cracked pipe under any surface, like concrete, tile, grass or carpet. For especially hard-to-find leaks, the Sound Amplification Module adds air to the line, increasing the water pressure and amplifying the leak sounds and making them easier to locate. 800-245-6200; www.drainbrain.com

Hermann Sewerin GmbH SeCorrPhon AC 200

The SeCorrPhon AC 200 from Hermann Sewerin GmbH combines the characteristics of a correlator with acoustic water leak detection, meaning prelocation, pinpointing and correlation in a single system. It includes an easy-to-read measurement value display and automated filter selection. It is based on the tried and tested housing and hardware concept of the AQUAPHON A 200. Each is ideal for use for leak detection across all sections, materials, diameters and lengths of pipe. Numerous additional functions are also available for complex location scenarios. 888-592-9916; www.sewerin.com

Electronic Line Locators

Hathorn Inspection Cameras Utili-Track

The Hathorn Inspection Cameras Utili-Track sonde and cable locator allows users to adapt the locator to their specific needs. It offers a 512 Hz sonde and line trace locating indicating direction of the sonde and its depth. Ergonomically designed and balanced, it provides depth reading of up to 25 feet and current measurement to help identify target utilities and sondes in crowded areas. A large, high-contrast LCD offers a visible signal response. Automatic depth, automatic current, and proximal directional arrows are readable in the brightest sunshine or backlit for viewing in dimmer conditions. The unit comes with six C-cell batteries. 866-428-4676; www.hathorncorp.com

MyTana Complete Pipe Locator Package

MyTana bundles the MT 512+ Locator and LineFinder Transmitter in a convenient Complete Pipe Locator Package to give expanded locating capabilities beyond detecting 512 Hz signals from sondes and inspection camera transmitters. The MT 512+ has multifrequency support and multiple operating modes for a wide range of applications. With the LineFinder Transmitter, it can trace signals along buried utilities, cast iron pipes and more with minimum interference, all while maintaining the ability to continue locating past faults and around conduit bends. The locator/receiver has a large digital display with real-time graphic and audio indicators. Both products are powered by a long-lasting lithium-ion battery. 800-328-8170; www.mytana.com

Radiodetection RD8200SG Survey-Grade Precision Locator

Locate and map buried utilities in a single operation with Radiodetection’s RD8200SG Survey-Grade Precision Locator. Equipped with an integrated GNSS antenna, users can simultaneously view and build maps with survey-grade accuracy on a mobile phone while locating. It excels in locating buried utilities, with features such as technology that rejects strong interfering signals, current direction to identify targets among a number of parallel utilities, and StrikeAlert to warn of shallow cables, reducing the risk of accidents or damage to buried infrastructure. An ergonomic, lightweight design ensures comfort during extended use, while automatic usage logging and swing warnings promote proper handling and enhance safety. 877-247-3797; www.radiodetection.com

Schonstedt u-LOCATE Pipe & Cable Locator

Schonstedt’s u-LOCATE Pipe & Cable Locator is ideal for plumbers, electricians, landscapers, site managers and facilities maintenance techs who occasionally need to detect and trace a buried utility on a job site. With features like a high-contrast screen and shock-resistant casing, it is built to withstand challenging field conditions. Its 82 kHz active frequency, 1 W transmitter, depth estimation, left/right guidance arrows and passive power locating capabilities make it versatile for various locating tasks. It is available in two models — the u-LOCATE and the u-LOCATE+. The latter includes dual frequencies (33 and 82 kHz) and 512 Hz sonde capability for more complex needs. Both models support additional accessories, such as signal clamps and sonde tracers, to extend the capabilities of the locator and transmitter. 888-367-7014; www.schonstedt.com

Subsite Electronics UtiliGuard 2 RTK receiver

The UtiliGuard 2 RTK (real-time kinematic) receiver from Subsite Electronics is designed with survey-grade technology and dual-band antennas to deliver centimeter-grade accuracy, making it an ideal solution for locating abandoned and untracked utilities that are often difficult to pinpoint. Its high-precision capabilities provide insights into underground infrastructure, helping crews avoid cross bores during future projects. Like the UtiliGuard 2 Standard and Advanced units, the RTK receiver features integrated data capture, GPS positioning and an intuitive user interface to improve work quality and maximize locate awareness. Additional enhancements include dead-reckoning capabilities, which help operators maintain accurate locates in heavy tree canopy or areas where GPS signals falter. A multifrequency fault-finding capability also allows contractors to accurately identify and locate faulted power lines using a broad spectrum of customizable frequencies, up to 10 kHz. 800-846-2713; www.subsite.com

Vivax-Metrotech vLoc3 RTK-Pro

The vLoc3 RTK-Pro utility locator from Vivax-Metrotech adds RTK GNSS accuracy. Using the internal cellular module with 4G LTE capabilities, the operator can connect to an NTRIP RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) caster that provides RTCM 3 corrections. By utilizing these corrections, the operator can collect both utility location data and the utility’s geographical location with survey-grade accuracy. All field data is sent to the cloud and retained in the receiver’s onboard storage for review and exporting to mapping programs. The user-configurable receiver contains eight passive locate modes, fault find mode, Signal Direction and a range of frequencies from 98 Hz to 200 kHz. Users can also configure visual and mechanical vibration alerts for shallow depth, overload, overhead cables and excessive swinging. 800-446-3392; www.vxmt.com

Smoke Locators

Hurco Technologies Power Smoker 2

The Power Smoker 2 from Hurco Technologies quickly locates leaks in new and existing plumbing systems. The machine is connected to a cleanout, and smoke is sent through the system to reveal any problem areas. The system uses LiquiSmoke, a laboratory-tested safe smoke that costs cents per minute to use and has an indefinite shelf life. When the test is complete, the smoke dissipates without leaving an odor or residue. 800-888-1436; www.hurcotech.com

Superior Signal 25-L High Output Smoke Fluid System

The Superior Signal 25-L High Output Smoke Fluid System combines an efficiently designed smoke fluid system with a blower output of 4,000 cfm of smoke at 4.0 static pressure, more than double the normal output, to push smoke through larger systems requiring greater volume and pressure. It fits all standard manholes and contains a second accessory nozzle for blowing smoke into pipes and other nonstandard openings. The smoke-testing technique is used to find leaks in plumbing, drain, vent and collection systems. 732-251-0800; www.superiorsignal.com