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X-ID® Cross Bore Detection Services
ULC Technologies, LLC’s patent-pending X-ID® Cross Bore Detection technology deploys directly into newly installed or legacy PE gas mains to detect cross bores while eliminating the need to enter sewer mains and laterals.
X-ID® Cross Bore Detection
Benefits
Accurate Location
Increased Coverage
Our patent pending process is less likely to be hampered by debris within the laterals to reduce inaccessible conditions and increase coverage.
Reduce Test Holes
Our sensors achieve greater coverage to reduce the need to excavate near the bore path to validate inaccessible laterals blocked by debris within the laterals to reduce inaccessible conditions and increase coverage.
Eliminate Sewer Inspections
Deployed after new HDD installs or to address legacy cross bore inspection programs, our process can eliminate sewer lateral inspections.
Identify Near Misses
Data obtained by our team can help determine the location of near-misses so the issue can be remediated by the contractor.
Live Entry Capabilities
ULC’s sensor can enter live PE gas mains and services to deliver data after gas has been introduced into new HDD installs or in conjunction with legacy programs.
X-ID® Cross Bore Detection
How It Works
Dynamic Acoustic Pattern Introduced
A unique acoustic pattern is introduced into the sewers from two manhole locations. The pattern uses a series of frequencies that are more difficult to be muffled by noise generated by outside noise such as traffic.
Dynamic Sound Range
Sound travels easily in pipeline environments, even when significant obstacles and blockages are present. ULC’s acoustic pattern travels hundreds of feet to ensure full coverage in the sewer main and laterals from manhole to manhole.
X-ID™ Sensor Launched
ULC’s custom-developed sensor is deployed into the PE gas main or service to listen for the acoustic signal. Our technology can be deployed immediately after HDD before the gas is introduced or it can be deployed in live mains and services to support legacy cross bore inspection programs.
Non-Cross Bore Scenario
While sound can easily travel in pipes, ULC’s acoustic signal is attenuated by the soil. When the gas main and sewer lateral are far enough apart, the acoustic signal cannot be detected from inside the gas main.
Cross Bore Scenario
In the event of a cross bore condition where the pipes intersect, the acoustic signal will be captured from within the gas main. This allows our team to accurately detect the presence of a cross bore, including minimal intersection at the top and bottom of the sewer lateral. Data captured by our operator-qualified field crews can also identify near misses within 12 inches of the lateral.
Pinpoint Cross Bore Locating
Our team is able to determine where the acoustic signal is the strongest and mark out the location on the street surface. By providing accurate location data, utility crews can efficiently excavate over the cross bore to conduct any investigation and repair.
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Contact our team to learn more or discuss pilot programs.
Our Partners
ULC thanks our partners for providing input and support for the validation, testing and piloting of our X-ID technology.
National Grid
National Grid delivers energy to more than 20 million people throughout New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
Pacific Gas and Electric
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is one of the largest combined natural gas and electric energy companies in the US.
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With 20 years of gas utility industry R&D and field operations experience, we have developed an exciting solution for cross bores and are currently working with customers to conduct pilot programs. Start the conversation now.