Mapping a water pipe correctly starts long before you open any software and ends only when every attribute is verified on site. This guide walks through the complete field workflow a crew follows when mapping a water main using Geolantis, from the jobs you do the night before to the data check you run before driving away. The process is built around how utility mapping actually happens in the field, not how data gets cleaned up afterward in the office.

Utility mapping has become more precise and efficient as organizations adopt modern workflows that combine Geolantis with Radiodetection technologies. This integration supports field teams with real-time data capture, improved accuracy, and safer excavation planning. Through Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity, Geolantis provides a direct link between precision locators and the cloud, helping teams work faster and with greater confidence.

Accurate information about what lies underground remains essential for any project that involves excavation or utility work. Trial pits, sometimes referred to as test holes or trench cards, provide the most reliable method for confirming the location and depth of buried assets. They reduce the risk of strikes, delays, and rework by turning assumptions into verified information.

Field teams need equipment that provides accurate results without slowing down their workflow. The GLRM Pro GNSS receiver, engineered by General Laser and distributed by PelicanCorp, meets this expectation by combining precision, reliability, and portability in one device. When paired with Geolantis, it supports survey-grade accuracy and efficient field-to-office data handling for utilities, surveying, and infrastructure projects.

High-quality geospatial data now sits at the center of how utilities and infrastructure teams plan, build, and maintain their networks. The first step is accurate field data. The next is making sure that information moves into enterprise GIS systems without delay or loss of detail. This is where the connection between Geolantis and ESRI platforms becomes essential.