#105 Matt Aston: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) in FM

On this episode of The Modern Facilities Management Podcast, Griffin interviews Matt Aston, the president of GPRS. Matt shares his story of growing GPRS from a one-person startup to nearly 800 employees across 50+ cities. Matt has 20+ years of experience in utility locating and concrete scanning, giving him an insider perspective on the industry, how it has developed, and how it will continue to innovate.

Takeaways

• Ground penetrating radar (GPR) is a highly accurate technology used in facilities management to locate utilities and infrastructure.
• GPRS offers additional services like video pipe inspection and 3D laser scanning to provide a comprehensive solution for their clients.
• Proactive maintenance and regular inspections can help prevent unplanned downtime and costly repairs.
• The future of technology in facilities management includes the development of software programs like SiteMap, which provides quick visibility and access to accurate utility data.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background

02:23
The Use of Radar in Facilities Management

04:17
Comparison with Other Technologies

07:40
The Role of 811 and GPRS Services

09:36
Addition of Video Pipe Inspection Service

13:06
Proactive Maintenance and Inspection Frequency

16:01
The Impact of Unplanned Downtime

18:54
The Future of Technology in Facilities Management

22:18
Influential Figures in Matt Aston's Career

24:44
Conclusion and Contact Information

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