Innomar Compact: High-Resolution Parametric Sub-Bottom Profiler

The Innomar compact is a portable, high-frequency parametric sub-bottom profiler (SBP) engineered for high-resolution inshore and shallow-water geophysical surveys. Designed for deployment on small vessels, it delivers unequaled sub-seabed imagery for sediment mapping, pipeline detection, and marine archaeology.

Key Benefits for Marine Surveyors

• Ultimate Portability: Its small footprint and lightweight design (c. 15 kg topside unit) allow for easy installation on small boats where space is limited.
• Unmatched Resolution: Achieve a range resolution of up to 5 cm and a layer resolution of less than 1 cm, allowing for the detection of thin sediment layers and buried objects.
• Deep Penetration in Shallow Water: Capable of operating in depths as shallow as 0.5 meters, with seabed penetration reaching up to 40 meters depending on sediment type.
• User-Friendly Integration: Controlled via Ethernet using standard Windows-based laptops and SESWIN software, simplifying real-time data acquisition.

Common Applications

The Innomar compact is the industry standard for several critical sub-surface tasks:

• Dredging & Harbour Surveys: Monitor sediment buildup and volume with high precision.
• Pipeline & Cable Detection: Locate and map buried utilities for maintenance or decommissioning.
• Marine Archaeology: Detect buried shipwrecks and ancient structures without disturbing the seabed.
• Geological Research: Map sub-surface strata for environmental and scientific studies.

Why Choose Innomar Over Other SBPs?



Unlike conventional sub-bottom profilers, Innomar uses parametric (nonlinear) acoustics. This technology generates low-frequency signals with a narrow beam (±2°), resulting in higher spatial resolution and eliminating the side-lobe noise common in traditional systems.