3 minute read
GRADER MACHINE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY FOR THE FINAL TRIM
Many of the new graders in Australia arrive from the factory or dealer with the option of an integrated system and basic machine control technology already installed. So it is now more important than ever to ensure you have the best solution on your grader that will not only suit your current needs but can also grow with your business.
If you rely on a factory fitted system, you may be limited by the fact that these systems are often not upgradeable or transferable between machines. If you need a more sophisticated solution it can be difficult to proceed without starting again with a different option, and this can be needlessly expensive and time consuming.
Ensuring you have the best machine control solution is arguably even more important on your grader because if fine tolerances are not achieved consistently across the site, it will result in rework and extra materials, increasing costs and decreasing efficiencies.
Ideally, you need to get the grade right the first time and Topcon machine control can ensure you do. A CUSTOMISABLE SOLUTION IS ESSENTIAL
“The machine control technology available from Topcon is compatible across all machine types, makes and models. This makes it a highly flexible and customisable solution,” Josh Allan, Construction Business Manager – Australia, Position Partners, said.
“A GNSS machine control system can be adapted with a high precision laser transmitter that combined will deliver millimetre vertical precision for fine grading tasks – a technology unique to Topcon.”
Topcon machine control technology is the most flexible on the market, so you can mix and match your solutions to suit whatever job you’re working on. All contractors can attest that every job is different and you often need more than one machine control system configuration to complete the range of tasks you work on to the tolerance you require.
For example, across one project, the best solution may need GNSS/GPS in open sky, fine tolerance achieved with mmGPS including a high precision laser transmission, LPS (total station) technology when working in built up areas or dense tree coverage, and have the ability to include a sonic tracker to follow the kerb.
Topcon has the technology and the flexibility to ensure you’re working seamlessly across every application at every stage of the job. LOOK FOR SCALABLE AND FLEXIBLE OPTIONS
Topcon grader machine control gives you the option to: ♦ Easily swap machine control technology between machines – so you can stretch your machine control system across a range of machines ♦ Scale up or scale down to suit the job – for example, you might box out a subdivision with GPS/GNSS but then you can switch to a sonic tracker to follow the kerb. Topcon lets you work with 2D or 3D technology without having to install a whole new system ♦ Combine GPS/GNSS with other technology, including laser or prisms with a total station, to increase accuracy even further for final trim work “Topcon has the grader machine control technology you need for final trim, its flexibility and precision is second to none,” Mr Allan said.
“Topcon machine control technology gives you the option to start with an entry level system, then upgrade and adapt that system by renting, purchasing or swapping components. This means that you can customise the solution to suit you and what you need on the project without having to go out and purchase a whole new system.” Topcon machine control technology provides the flexibility to mix and match your grader solution to suit different applications at different stages of the project you’re working on.
The Intersection of Infrastructure and Technology
Growing infrastructure demands around the world are creating tremendous challenges and opportunities.
Topcon works to stay a step ahead, by creating solutions that incorporate technology advancements into the way you work today and tomorrow, transforming the way infrastructure is built.
Our integration of high-accuracy positioning, high-speed imaging, cloud-based information management and down-to-earth simplicity creates higher productivity, enhanced quality and improved sustainability. With Topcon, you can stay ahead of your competition and meet the challenges of Infrastructure growth.
Watch Topcon Positoning Systems President and CEO Ray O’Connor’s Bloomberg “NEXT INFRASTRUCTURE” interview: www.topconpositioning.com/Infrastructure.
