Machine Control
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Accurate machine control systems keep your earthworks on grade and your projects on budget.
Machine guidance support is crucial for efficient earthworks and civil construction. We provide complete file preparation, site calibration, and ongoing support for both Trimble and Topcon systems. Whether you need custom models or regular accuracy checks, we ensure your machines are working precisely and your operators have what they need.
Machine guidance support is essential for:
- Complex Earthwork Platforms
- Road and Highway Construction
- Detailed Drainage Grades
- Subdivision Development
- Bulk Cut/Fill Operations
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System Setup & Calibration
Your machines are only as good as their setup. Whether you’re running Trimble or Topcon systems, we’ll make sure everything is dialed in perfectly from day one. Regular checks and calibration keep your machines cutting grade accurately, saving you time and money on rework.
- Local Site Calibration
- Machine Measure Up
- Accuracy Verification
- System Troubleshooting
- Performance Testing
Model Creation & Design
Getting the right models makes all the difference. Instead of operators calculating offsets and depths from finished surface levels, we create exact cut models that show precisely where to dig. This direct approach eliminates guesswork, reduces errors, and saves time on site. From simple pads to complex road designs with detailed box outs, we’ll build models that make sense for your machines and your operators.
- Earthworks Models
- Road Design Models
- Custom Box Outs
- Drainage Designs
- Surface Modeling
- Grade Transitions
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Initial Consultation
Understanding your needs and providing expert guidance on required surveys and documentation.
Detailed Quote
Providing clear, upfront pricing based on your specific project requirements and site conditions.
Survey Planning
Researching existing records, coordinating site access, and preparing the right equipment for your survey
Field Survey
Conducting precise measurements and documentation using advanced surveying technology.
Quality Delivery
Thorough checking of all data and delivering accurate, comprehensive survey documentation.
Site Calibration & Control
Even the best machines need good control to work accurately. We’ll set up your site so every machine cuts to the same coordinates, whether you’re working on a small pad or across a large subdivision. Proper control means consistent results across your whole project.
- Site Calibrations
- Control Point Establishment
- Local Coordinates Setup
- GPS Base Station Setup
Ongoing Support & Maintenance
Things don’t always go to plan on site. When you need help, we’re just a phone call away. From quick file updates to full system troubleshooting, we’ll help keep your machines running and your operators productive.
- Regular Accuracy Checks
- File Conversions
- Operator Support
- Error Resolution
- Model Updates
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Keeping your machines cutting accurately with precision models and reliable support.
Modern machine control systems need precise models and reliable support to work effectively. We provide complete file preparation and support for both Trimble and Topcon systems, ensuring your machines work accurately and your projects stay on track. Here’s how we can help:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Creation & Setup | |
| Earthworks | Cut/fill models, pad preparation, bulk earthworks, detailed excavation models |
| Drainage | Stormwater systems, trenching models, culvert designs, swale construction |
| Roads | Full road construction packages, intersection models, roundabouts, detailed boxing |
| Surfaces | Terrain modeling, finished surface designs, subgrade preparations, stockpile pads |
| Design | 2D to 3D conversions, design optimization, constructability reviews |
| Supported File Formats: Trimble GCS900 | |
| .SVD | Surface Model (Design surfaces, TINs, digital terrain models) |
| .SVL | Linework (Alignments, breaklines, feature lines) |
| .CGF | Configuration (Machine settings, system parameters, calibration data) |
| Trimble Earthworks | |
| .DSZ | Design (Complete 3D project designs, including surfaces and alignments) |
| .CAL | Calibration (Machine geometry, sensor calibration, site parameters) |
| Topcon | |
| TP3/TN3 | Surface Model (Primary/secondary surfaces, design surfaces, as-builts) |
| RD3 | Roads (Complete road packages, intersections, profiles) |
| LN3 | Linework (Alignments, utilities, feature lines, boundaries) |
| PT3 | Points (Control points, setup points, design points, stake out data) |
| Calibration Services | |
| GPS | Base/rover setup, RTK configuration, network connections |
| Total Station | Instrument setup, backsight checks, accuracy verification |
| Machine | Blade/bucket calibration, sensor optimization, accuracy validation |
| Site | Local calibrations, geoid models, coordinate transformations |
| Coordinates | Project coordinate systems, site calibrations, control network setup |
| Ongoing Support | |
| Accuracy | Daily/weekly checks, tolerance verification, calibration validation |
| Troubleshooting | Remote/onsite support, system diagnostics, error resolution |
| Updates | Design revisions, surface updates, as-built comparisons |
| Support | Operator training, technical assistance, workflow optimization |
| Verification | Quality checks, conformance reporting, accuracy documentation |
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Machine Control FAQ's
What file types can you provide?
We support both Trimble and Topcon systems, providing files in all required formats including .SVD, .SVL, .CGF for GCS900, .DSZ for Earthworks, and TP3, TN3, RD3, LN3 files for Topcon.
How quickly can you create models?
Simple earthworks models can typically be prepared within 24-48 hours. Complex road designs with detailed box outs may take 3-5 days depending on requirements.
Do you provide regular progress reporting?
Yes, we offer regular accuracy checks, model updates, and troubleshooting support to keep your machines working efficiently.
What accuracy can we expect?
With proper setup and calibration, machine guidance systems typically achieve 20-30mm vertical accuracy. Regular checks ensure this accuracy is maintained.
Do you provide ongoing support?
Yes, we offer regular accuracy checks, model updates, and troubleshooting support to keep your machines working efficiently.
Can you create custom road models?
Yes, we create detailed road models including subgrade box outs, detailed batters, and drainage designs. This eliminates guesswork and ensures accurate construction.
What coordinate systems do you support?
We can work in MGA, local grid, or site-specific coordinates depending on your project requirements.
Can you modify existing models?
Yes, we can update and modify models as designs change or when additional detail is needed.
What's involved in site calibration?
Site calibration involves establishing control points and configuring machines to work accurately in your site’s coordinate system.