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When Cox Communications approved a full-fiber build-out in High Springs, Florida, its contractor, Grid Source, faced a familiar roadblock. Utility records were incomplete, as-builts were outdated, and there was a backlog of locates. This left the directional drilling...

When accuracy is paramount, 3D laser scanning becomes more than just a tool; it's a key competitive advantage. For architects, engineers, contractors, and facility managers, this technology provides more than accurate measurements. It makes one clear digital record of...

Installing electric vehicle (EV) chargers requires electrical expertise and reliable utility locating to avoid costly or hazardous mistakes. That’s why a service station in Cambridge, Ohio, turned to GPRS for a comprehensive utility mapping solution. Before digging...

Cross slopes play a big role in how safe and durable our roads and sidewalks are. They guide water away, reduce hazards, and help pavement last longer, all while keeping traffic moving smoothly. What Is a Cross Slope? A cross slope is the slight tilt built into roads...

Interactive Models That Power AEC Solutions Building Information Models (BIM) and digital twins are revolutionizing the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. These interactive tools empower teams to plan, design, and manage projects with...

When buying residential, commercial, or industrial property, it’s natural to focus on what’s visible. You evaluate the building’s condition, location, and curb appeal. You check for ceiling cracks, broken windows, and other repairs that might be needed. But beneath...

Researchers at Florida International University have developed a sprayable concrete system that could transform the way bridges are repaired across the U.S. As reported by FIU News, engineers at the university have created a method for applying Ultra-High Performance...

Texas Instruments (TI) is committing over $60 billion to develop seven semiconductor fabrication plants across the U.S., representing the largest investment in foundational chip manufacturing in the nation’s history. According to a press release on TI’s website, the...

From Center Field to Construction Site, SiteMap® Keeps Your Data in Play GPRS Project Managers bring more than expertise to the job; they bring heart. With every project comes a commitment to helping keep your team safe, your timeline intact, and your budget on track....

Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) and Design-Build (DB) are among the most used construction delivery approaches today. So, which one is the best fit for your needs? The answer might be either – or possibly neither – depending on several key considerations. Gaining...

A Massachusetts-based startup says its stainless-steel-clad rebar could help bridge decks last a century or more – and it's already being used in California. Founded by MIT graduates Steven Jepeal and Sam McAlpine, Allium Engineering created the corrosion-resistant...

Every general contractor has dealt with a suboptimal subcontractor. Yet GCs are more reliant on subcontractors today than ever before. In a recent Construction Dive article exploring ways in which general contractors can cope with problem subs, Trent Cotney, a partner...

How Collaborative Digital As-Builts Support Smarter Planning, Safer Projects, and Long-Term Asset Management For facility managers, project owners, and construction teams, clarity is everything. Knowing exactly what’s in the ground and behind the walls helps you plan...

Transforming Construction Workflows with Interactive Data and Software Construction professionals are reaching new levels of precision and productivity with 3D laser scanning. This technology is transforming workflows, from inspection to layout to documentation. It...

The Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania is undergoing an $880 million expansion. Architect EwingCole and general contractor Whiting-Turner are heading up the project, which will modernize the hospital campus and emergency department. In a press release,...

Excavating in the dense, intricate landscape of a modern city presents unique challenges. Traditional methods like backhoes or manual digging often lack the precision, safety, and efficiency required in such environments. That’s where hydro excavation steps in – a...

Unlocking the Power of Preventive and Predictive Maintenance with Interactive Software If you're a facility manager, chances are you've spent too many days in the tyranny of the urgent. Reacting to problems instead of preventing them like HVAC failures, plumbing...

Locating gas lines is essential for any excavation or construction project. It’s a key safety measure that helps prevent serious accidents and service disruptions. Using the right techniques and the right solutions to identify these lines can reduce risk, protect your...

A hospital in Los Angeles, California utilized the precision utility locating and mapping data provided by GPRS to ensure the safety of excavations related to recent parking lot renovations. GPRS Project Manager Javier Mendez utilized ground penetrating radar (GPR)...

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are reshaping the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industries in profound ways. Once primarily used in cartography and environmental science, GIS has evolved into a critical tool for planning, designing, building,...

Wastewater systems management is a challenge all too familiar to facilities managers. But a new tool has been introduced to alleviate the stress of maintaining sanitary and storm sewer lines by allowing you to visualize this critical subsurface infrastructure from...

Hotel Construction Trends 2025: Growth, Innovation, and the Role of SiteMap® The hotel construction landscape in the United States is progressing with measured momentum, shaped by evolving market conditions and strategic investment patterns. While overall development...

Smarter Asset Management Starts with Accurate Square Footage Data A well-maintained and accurate portfolio is the cornerstone of effective real estate asset management. Today’s asset managers are expected to deliver strategic insights and financial oversight across...

Often concealed beneath power substations, industrial complexes, and major electrical installations, grounding grids are essential for safeguarding equipment, infrastructure, and – most critically – human life. A grounding grid is a buried network of interconnected...

SiteMap® (patent pending), powered by GPRS, provided accurate existing conditions documentation of all underground sanitary sewer and storm lines at a 19-acre apartment complex in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The facility manager of the complex had no documentation of the...

Understanding the subsurface conditions of a site is essential for successful planning in construction, environmental assessments, and geotechnical engineering. One of the most dependable ways to gain this insight is through soil borings. These investigations yield...

A utility strike recently led to a scary situation that was thankfully resolved without incident at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). As first reported by the Associated Press, air traffic controllers briefly lost radar capabilities on June 20 after a...

Jacobs, a global leader in professional services, has secured a program management contract to support the reconstruction of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the aftermath of hurricanes Irma and Maria. As detailed in a press release on Jacobs’ official website, the Virgin...

Innovative Water Treatment Solutions for Shared Infrastructure Challenges Marking a transformative milestone in binational environmental collaboration, the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant in San Diego is set to undergo a $250 million expansion led...

Transforming Facility Management with Data-Driven Assessments and Interactive Software Facilities managers in commercial real estate (CRE) have a big job. They must manage aging infrastructure and regulatory requirements, all while keeping everything running smoothly....

GPRS safety partner Balfour Beatty has officially broken ground on the Grand Hyatt Miami Beach, a major hospitality project in Florida. The $385 million construction contract encompasses a 17-story, 996,130-square-foot hotel at the corner of 17th Street and Convention...

The phrase “net zero” has become a central theme in conversations about climate change, sustainability, and corporate accountability. Around the globe, governments, companies, and institutions are pledging to reach net zero emissions by various deadlines—often aiming...

Why Facility Managers Are Turning to Interactive EHS and GIS Software Solutions Like SiteMap® In every sector from education and healthcare to manufacturing and public infrastructure, facility managers are leading the charge in digital transformation. Unlocking...

Transit and stormwater infrastructure once again received low marks in the 2025 Infrastructure Report Card released by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Both sectors earned a D+, which is a slight improvement over past years where grades hovered around D...

GPRS’ sewer inspection services and SiteMap® infrastructure mapping platform saved a train station rehab project from a major derailment. GPRS Project Manager Joe Meyer was assigned to inspect both the storm sewer laterals and the mainline, which were located...

How SiteMap® Transformed a Complex Utility Project into a Confident, Data-Driven Success GPRS Project Manager Aaron Bradley leveraged the Subsurface Investigation Methodology (SIM) to deliver interactive, software-driven solutions for a large-scale utility...

Stay ahead of Facilities Management trends with SiteMap’s interactive subsurface data platform. Facilities management (FM) is entering a new era. As organizations face increasing demands for sustainability, efficiency, and resilience, the tools and strategies they use...

Tech Graduates Are Reimagining Construction with Digital Skills Construction firms are successfully attracting college graduates with skills in computer science and data analysis. These candidates, once focused on careers in tech, are now choosing construction for its...

Building greener starts with better materials and better data. As the construction industry grapples with the urgent need to minimize its environmental impact, the push for sustainable building materials is accelerating. With nearly 37% of global greenhouse gas...

A lock on the Tennessee River that was originally constructed in 1944 is being extended to twice its current length as part of an ongoing expansion effort slated for completion by July 2027. The Kentucky Lock is undergoing a $1.5 billion modernization that will expand...

When a historic college campus in Northcentral Pennsylvania faced the need for major repairs to its underground infrastructure, university officials enlisted GPRS to help ensure the project stayed on schedule, within budget, and prioritized safety. Over the course of...

Eliminate Communication Siloes with SiteMap® Achieving success in your next construction project is easier than ever because there are now tools and technology that help keep your team, subcontractors, and on-site personnel connected. Clear, consistent communication...

Construction backlog has reached its highest point since September 2023, based on a recent report from the Associated Builders and Contractors. According to the ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator, the backlog climbed to 8.7 months in April—a 20-month peak—based on a...

Historically dependent on manual methods and human expertise, the construction industry is experiencing a major shift as an increasing number of companies adopt artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. With the industry producing large volumes of data, the key...

How SIM-Certified Training, Integrated Technology, and SiteMap® Software Deliver Accurate, Interactive Utility Locating Solutions Subsurface utility investigations play a vital role in enhancing safety and reducing risk during excavation, trenching, and drilling...

As serious injuries decline, SiteMap® delivers interactive tools and solutions that help teams elevate safety and performance. A recent white paper from ISN, a Dallas-based contractor and supplier management consultancy, reveals a 17% year-over-year reduction in...

When GPRS was called on to locate and map buried utilities to ensure the safe installation of heavy equipment at a pipeline compressor station in Ohio, we discovered more – and less – than the client anticipated. Project Manager Matt Higginbotham was initially...

Two states have recently initiated multimillion-dollar projects to enhance I-70. In Missouri, crews are extending I-70 from Warrenton to Wentzville, while in Kansas, a joint venture is managing the I-70 Polk-Quincy Viaduct project, covering a 2.5-mile section of the...

From Emergency Fix to Future Planning: How SiteMap® Delivers Long-Term Sewer Infrastructure Insight A Nashville restaurant faced repeated sewer backups with no clear explanation. Without accurate infrastructure records or as-builts, the facility was left vulnerable to...

The United States’ infrastructure received its highest grade ever in the American Society of Civil Engineer’s 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure. And experts believe funding from the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) directly led to the...

Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) are essential in environmental due diligence, especially within the scope of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs). According to the ASTM E1527-21 standard, a "Recognized Environmental Condition" (REC) is defined as:...

46% of Americans plan to dig without first contacting 811, according to a recent survey conducted by the Common Ground Alliance. The CGA’s national survey – released in April in observance of National Safe Digging Month – found that 68% of Americans intend to tackle a...

SiteMap®: Interactive Infrastructure Records and Real-Time Solutions for Smarter Asset Management Infrastructure management is at a pivotal moment. As urban expansion accelerates and projects grow more complex, the need for accurate, real-time infrastructure records...

How SiteMap® Provides Interactive Software Solutions for Verified Records In-person communication remains the most direct method of managing jobsite hazards. Safety teams rely on real-time interaction to correct unsafe behavior, respond to hazardous conditions, and...

Everything is bigger in Texas – including the infrastructure problems. Oncor, the largest electricity delivery company in the Lone Star State, was experiencing issues related to the inaccurate as-builts of their expansive power transmission infrastructure. The...

Interactive Solutions for Smarter, More Agile Building Management Remote and hybrid models are now a fixture in the business landscape, and facilities management strategies are evolving to match. Organizations are rethinking how they define value in their physical...

SiteMap® (patent pending), powered by GPRS, provided accurate utility locating and mapping services to help a contractor stay on time, on budget, and safe while installing water lines throughout a 150-acre community college. Arizona Pipeline Co. enlisted the help of...

A $66-million roadway upgrade near Reno, Nevada encountered a significant obstacle when crews uncovered a high-pressure water line cutting directly through the construction zone. Granite Construction, headquartered in Watsonville, California, is leading the initial...

A Practical Guide to Design and Compliance for Local Law 97 New York City continues advancing its 2030 climate targets through Local Law 97 (LL97), aimed at reducing building-based greenhouse gas emissions. The law applies across a wide array of properties – from...

Interactive Software That Does More Than Deliver: It Connects, Organizes, and Future-Proofs Your Infrastructure Data Standing on a construction site, ready to dig. Are you confident relying on the decade-old paper map in your hand? Knowing the entire success of your...

Locating underground utilities – including gas lines, water mains, electric and telecommunication cables, and sewer lines – is critical before excavation or construction. Accurate mapping of this infrastructure ensures jobsite safety, prevents service disruptions, and...

GPRS safety partners Gilbane and Turner Construction have officially topped out the Buffalo Bills’ new Highmark Stadium – a $2.1 billion project located in Orchard Park, New York. The topping out marks the halfway point of the joint venture, which began construction...

By the end of 2024, the State of California had over 3,000 miles of “middle mile” broadband infrastructure under development, according to a press release from Governor Gavin Newsom’s office. The publicly funded, state-owned, open-access network is expected to become...

Investment in new U.S. biogas projects surged by $3 billion in 2024, according to new data released by the American Biogas Council. Over the course of the year, 125 new biogas projects were launched nationwide, marking a 17% increase in project count and a 40% rise in...

Apple recently revealed its intention to invest and spend over $500 billion within the United States over the next four years. According to a press release announcing the news, this marks the tech giant’s most significant financial commitment in its history. “We are...

As the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) enforces stricter regulations on lead and copper levels in drinking water, utilities nationwide are feeling the pressure to meet the requirements of both the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) and the upcoming Lead...

Miami-Dade County, in partnership with Terra – a leading South Florida residential and commercial development firm – recently broke ground on a $1 billion mixed-use Transit-Oriented Community (TOC) in west Miami-Dade. According to a county-issued press release, the...

One of the largest retirement communities in America contacted GPRS to help them locate a leaking water line. What they got was accurate existing conditions documentation for their entire campus. GPRS Project Manager Chris Pomraning responded to an emergency request...

How SiteMap® Provided a Long-Term Utility Records Solution for Cross Keys Village When Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community in New Oxford, Pennsylvania, reported a suspected water line leak, GPRS responded quickly with subsurface utility locating services....

Utility Mapping for Northeast Power Line Expansion: 5.4 Miles of Critical Subsurface Data Delivered via SiteMap® Software To support the installation of new power lines across several municipalities in the Northeastern U.S., a local contractor required accurate...

Accurate data is the backbone of modern construction. SiteMap® brings clarity to every phase of your modular build – above and below ground. Imagine a future where buildings come together like LEGO® sets – with precision-engineered, prefabricated components that are...

GPR Technology Used to Locate Concealed Cleanouts at Industrial Facility Persistent water intrusion through tiled office flooring at a large industrial site had become a critical issue. The leak was disrupting operations, and the source remained unknown. The...

Renovating a historical building demands meticulous planning and a robust strategy for managing and sharing project data. Facility managers and contractors must ensure that all stakeholders have access to accurate, up-to-date information throughout the renovation...

Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) play a vital role in evaluating subsurface conditions during environmental due diligence and site investigations. These assessments typically involve invasive methods like soil borings to detect potential contamination...

Thorough due diligence is an essential component of real estate transactions, land development, and environmental risk management. Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) are a key aspect of environmental due diligence. These non-intrusive reviews of historical...

Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) play a critical role in various industries, particularly in storing petroleum products and hazardous substances. But when these tanks deteriorate, leak, or are improperly managed, they pose significant environmental and health risks....

March Madness is a time of high-intensity strategy, precision, and execution – qualities that facility managers and contractors must also master to maintain and optimize buildings. Just as basketball teams rely on accurate scouting reports and efficient game plans,...

GPRS helped a longtime client avoid unexpected issues while remodeling a distribution warehouse.     GPRS Project Manager David Castro used the Video Pipe Inspection service to examine and map the interior sewer system of the 100,000-square-foot facility in...

A power generation plant in Sandwich, Massachusetts, suspected a utility line on their property was leaking. But they didn’t know where the leak was—or even what was leaking.  Plant officials first identified signs of the leak using a thermal imaging camera, but the...

The Anderson Dam tunnel project recently achieved a significant milestone, showcasing the effectiveness of micro-tunnel boring in the process. In late 2024, Valley Water completed the final segment of a 1,736-foot tunnel next to the Santa Clara County dam—the largest...

Upgrading healthcare facilities is a complex process that takes careful planning, strong coordination, and smart use of resources. As organizations work to improve their infrastructure, digital tools like SiteMap® (patent pending), powered by GPRS, make budgeting and...

GPRS performs CCTV drainage surveys to detect potential issues that may compromise your drainage system’s functionality. As part of our comprehensive sewer and stormwater inspection services, CCTV drainage surveys offer the quickest and most effective method for...

The inaugural season of TGL is nearing its conclusion. The high-tech simulator golf league, launched by TMRW Sports—a sports entertainment venture backed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy—will wrap up its first season this month. Playoffs begin on March 17 and finish...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become the latest battleground in the ongoing technological arms race. However, as companies rush to embrace AI and weave it into their workflows, a recent Engineering News-Record article cautions that this technology remains largely...

The Common Ground Alliance’s latest recommendations for the damage prevention industry focus on enhancing data quality and reporting, addressing key damage drivers, and improving locating practices. These insights come from the CGA’s 2023 DIRT Report, the...

Two New York developers are seeking nearly $5 billion in federal loans to demolish the former Commodore Hotel and construct a towering 1,575-foot office and hotel skyscraper in its place. RXR and TF Cornerstone have put forward the proposal, which would see the...

SiteMap® helped confirm the accuracy of 811-registered utility mapping and discovered an unmarked stormwater system, ensuring the safety of a trenching project in a California neighborhood. GPRS Project Manager Darrell Fernandez was dispatched to San Pablo,...

A solar farm in Texas faced the challenge of replacing damaged collector lines that connected thousands of solar panels across the site. Before any work could begin, they first had to locate those lines. GPRS Project Managers Scott Moore and Miguel Campos, along with...

  Cross bores pose a serious risk to municipalities, utility providers, and the public. A cross bore occurs when a newly installed underground utility intersects an existing pipeline or utility line, and they often remaining undetected until future excavation or...

With the rise of urbanization and growing infrastructure needs, the demand for efficient underground utility installations has never been higher. While traditional tunnel-boring methods remain effective, they often encounter obstacles related to cost, speed, and...

The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) spotlighted multiple subsurface damage prevention pilot programs and success stories in its 2023 DIRT Report. The report acknowledged efforts in Georgia, New Mexico, Minnesota, and other regions to tackle key challenges in advancing...

When it comes to excavation, safeguarding underground utilities is critical. Before breaking ground, it's essential to identify and mark existing infrastructure to prevent accidental utility strikes, which could lead to service disruptions, expensive repairs, and...

The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) has launched a new resource aimed at advancing the damage prevention industry’s ongoing mission to enhance excavation safety. Featured in the CGA’s 2023 DIRT Report and Interactive Dashboard, the CGA Index serves as a benchmarking tool...

Enhancing the HVAC system in an aging hospital building presents distinct challenges. Hospitals must uphold stringent indoor air quality (IAQ) standards, maintain precise temperature and humidity levels, and ensure dependable operation to support patient care....

  The owners of a California apartment complex turned to GPRS for their utility locating services and SiteMap® facility management platform to ensure the safe installation of gas lines during an expansion project. GPRS Project Manager Javier Mendez was called to...

Deferred maintenance is a significant challenge for higher education institutions. The backlog of repairs and updates often spans multiple buildings, infrastructure systems, and decades, creating logistical and financial hurdles. Securing and centralizing your...

In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, upgrading and maintaining power grids is essential to meet growing demand, incorporate renewable energy sources, and improve reliability. These critical projects involve complex processes, stringent regulations, and...

GPRS’ SiteMap® infrastructure mapping platform and professional pipe inspection services helped a Michigan airport ensure the integrity of its expansive stormwater system. Project Manager Andy Jurski inspected and mapped around 60,000 linear feet of storm lines and...

Meta has enlisted longtime GPRS safety partners Turner Construction, DPR Construction, and M.A. Mortensen Company to construct a 4-million-square-foot data center campus in Richland Parish, Louisiana. The development marks Meta’s largest investment in artificial...

Efficient communication is as critical to the success of your construction projects as the quality of the work itself. Projects often involve multiple stakeholders—contractors, subcontractors, architects, suppliers, and clients—who may be spread across various...