All Surveying Equipment Articles

The 3D-MC2 technology from Topcon Positioning Systems now available for motor graders.

Multi-industry group fears new wireless network could create up to 40000 GPS ‘dead spots’ across the US.

The latest generation of surveying instruments are not just more efficient, they are also more rugged than ever before.

Rental company HKL Baumaschinen has been appointed exclusive dealer in Germany for the Sokkia range of lasers. The deal covers the Sokkia and Triax branded models.

Topcon has introduced the Layout and LayoutMaster software designed to help contractors with construction staking and layout tasks regardless of terrain, weather and job site restrictions.

Key procurment contracts awarded for European satellite navigation system.

Surveying equipment manufacturers are developing easier-to-use, more productive instruments using the latest technologies. Becca Wilkins reports on the improvements being made in this specialised sector.

Surveying is a high-tech area, but in recognition of how complex it has become, manufacturers are working on making their instruments easier to use.

Leica has introduced the ScanStation C10, the company's newest 3D laser scanner for as-built and topographic surveying.

The new GRS-1 dual-frequency, dual-constellation, network-enabled RTK rover system from Topcon features an internal GSM modem, high-speed processor, built-in camera, compass and bar code reader.

Trimble's new Tablet handheld computer with built-in cellular and WiFi connections allows construction workers to quickly receive design changes or updates in the field and to deliver measurement or stakeout results to the office for on-the-spot approval.

Trimble has introduced the Spectra Precision LL100 horizontal laser level for use in a variety of construction elevation control applications, the company said.

Caterpillar and Trimble have announced a new joint venture (JV) company and distribution agreement that will focus on applications for road construction, paving, heavy construction and quarry/aggregates worksites.

In order to obtain better accuracy and improved flexibility, Topcon introduced what it calls a bar code transmitter for its mm GPS.

In January 2009, JCB will introduce a new Livelink satellite monitoring system across its full range of machines.

Enigma vehicle systems has launched a new Version 6 of its skyline GPS advanced tracking, security and telematics system.

With new satellites being launched, Steve Skinner looks at connectivity across the expanded GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) network, how it will influence applications in construction and where it could take the industry.

Surveying equipment manufacturers are continuing to simplify the instruments used in the construction industry as skilled surveyors in the sector are becoming increasingly rare.

Boels Verhuur BV in the Netherlands has acquired POL Geotechniek BV, a surveying equipment sales company based in Andelst, The Netherlands. POL is dealer for Leica Geosystems and sells other surveying and GPS equipment brands such Mikrolaser, 3D-win and Motorola.

The Polish Ministry of Education has agreed to buy more than 860 surveying instruments from Topcon. The order, comprising 430 total stations and 430 optical levels is thought to be a world record.