Sygma Solutions is the foremost UK provider of training in the use of the CAT and Genny and GPR for the location of underground services. Our CAT training courses leave nothing to chance and cover the use of the CAT and Genny in all modes. Most importantly, we go into detail about the limitations of the CAT and Genny, as it is critical to understand them in order to avoid making errors. There can be reasons why they might return an apparent negative result when in fact there is a service on the site, so it is essential to take that into account.
By the way, since it is Christmas and we are entitled to a laugh, anyone who has owned a cat will tell you that CAT training is impossible! Cats do their own thing. But we must point out that we are talking about the equipment and not those four-legged furry creatures!
One of the latest tools is the RadioDetection RD8100 from Mala. This is a very sophisticated piece of equipment. Our RadioDetection training covers everything that it can do including things such as StrikeAlert™. This reduces the risk of accidents by warning of shallow pipes and cables and provides both visual and audio warnings.
The RD8100 also includes Dynamic Overload Protection. What this does is to filter out the interference which can occur in “electrically noisy” areas such as a substation or when working under overhead power cables.
Another feature is the iLOC remote transmitter control. This is an advanced Bluetooth link between a transmitter and the RD8100 which enables control of the signal power and frequency from the transmitter from a distance of as much as 450m away. This saves an operative a lot of time, because there is less time spent on walking and more spent on locating.
Another common issue when locating power cables is that there may be several in one location and that can be a real challenge to trace and locate an individual cable because there can be a mix of powerful or conflicting signals. The RD8100 has a feature whereby it can use the harmonic properties of power signals to ascertain if a signal comes from one cable or is a mix of several. It then allows an operative to trace and locate the routes of multiple cables.
The RD8100 has many other excellent features as well, and of course, we cover all of them in our Radio Detection training.
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PAS128 Utility Mapping Training Modules mapped to CICES competencies
– 2 days
Module 1 – Pas 128 Level D &C training to include level 3 assessment – CICES GEUS01 A-D
– 3 Days
Module 2 – PAS128 Level B Training – can include Level 4 assessment – CICES GUES01 E-I
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2 Day Advanced EM Course (RD8100/8200 & VIVAX)
In depth course covering electromagnetic locators, theory and intensive practical on our real world training site.
Cost: £295 per person
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
5th – 6th September 2024
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 1 – Theory & Practical
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 2 – Post processing
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2 Day GPR – All Manufacturers
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5 Day TSA & ICES Approved 5 Day Utility Mapping Course
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Location: Worcester
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1 Day Public Genny & CAT Course
Cost: £175 plus VAT
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Level 3 Utility Mapping Qualification – All Online
Cost: £275 PLUS REG FEE
Location: Online
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Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – Online Workbooks – followed by assessment
Cost £1100 PLUS REG FEE
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Open level 5 assessment dates at Sygma Solutions, Wigan
Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – in 5 days
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Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
2nd – 6th September 2024
Sygma PAS 128 Utility Surveyor Training Including Proqual Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying
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Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
12th – 16th August 2024 Limited Availability
14th – 18th October 2024
25th – 29th November 2024
16th – 20th December 2024
Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying Public Course
12th – 13th August Limited Availability
14th – 15th October 2024
25th – 26th November 2024
16th – 17th December 2024
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GPS Course & Total Station Introduction
This is a 2 day dedicated GPS course with an introduction to Total Station
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