We are pleased to announce that we have received two Teledyne Optech Polaris units for demonstration purposes and the first orders of Z+F’s much anticipated 5016 model will begin shipping early 2018! Teledyne Optech Polaris With its long-range 1.6 kilometre capacity, high speed and durable housing, the Polaris series of terrestrial 3D laser scanners are ideally suited to external applications including mining, engineering and civil works. Teledyne Optech enjoys a reputation as a worldwide leading in the mass data capture space, producing instruments of exceptional accuracy, reliability and durability in the field. For more information and to book a demonstration with one of our laser scanning experts, call Aptella on 1300 867 266 or click here for your
In light of the recent announcement of an Australian Space Agency, Martin Nix and Peter Woodgate, who are both members of the space advisory group to the Government, share some insights into how space has become crucial to the country’s short- and long-term prosperity. Australia’s ongoing social, environmental and economic well-being depends on continued and cost effective access to satellite data. Position, navigation and timing data is becoming increasingly central to personal navigation and planning as individuals are now connected at all times via their smartphone. At an industry level, such data ensures the ongoing economic productivity of a growing number of sectors including transport, logistics, mining and agriculture. Earth observation data helps us to understand weather predictions,
Topcon’s new GX-75 touchscreen is a large, 10-inch, full colour display to make getting to grade for your machine control applications more efficient and user friendly than ever! With a design similar to the popular GX-55 control box, but with a larger display, the GX-75 includes integrated LED lightbars to give operators a quick visual reference to grade. The larger screen allows operators to see more of the design at once, with a fast and responsive interface that’s as easy to use and versatile as ever. “We think the larger screen will be very popular for our Australian customers and we’re pleased to announce that it’s been tested and approved for the local market so it’s ready to
Topcon Positioning Group announces updates to its Delta Solutions deformation monitoring system including software management improvements and advanced modular configurations. “Since the launch of Delta Solutions at Intergeo 2016, we have seen many systems installed and successfully operated across Europe and North America,” said Ian Stilgoe, vice president Europe GeoPositioning Solutions for Topcon Positioning Group. “Now, to build on that success we are implementing new features for a more comprehensive package that facilitates ease of use.” Delta Watch features new configuration choices employing either robotic total stations or GNSS with the ability to add leveling sensors. “An additional module is available to enable all three sensor types to be combined into a single deformation system. Whatever the Topcon
Aptella to distribute the Polaris long range 3D laser scanner, along with Maverick and Lynx mobile mapping platforms, across Australia, New Zealand and PNG. Geospatial solutions provider Aptella announces a distribution agreement with Canadian-based mass data capture manufacturer, Teledyne Optech. The new partnership will see Aptella distribute the Polaris series of long range scanners as well as Teledyne Optech’s mobile mapping solutions throughout Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. “Teledyne Optech’s range of high accuracy, long distance scanners are ideally suited to the mining, engineering and construction markets, making them a great fit for our customers,” said Martin Nix, Aptella CEO. Teledyne Optech’s Polaris model is a terrestrial 3D laser scanner that can deliver high accuracy point
Aptella has acquired Sydney-based Sokkia distributor Total Survey Systems. The combined team expands resources and expertise to better support surveyors and geospatial professionals. Geospatial solutions provider Aptella announces the acquisition of Total Survey Systems (TSS), a Sydney-based survey equipment distributor that specialises in Sokkia survey technology. Under the agreement, all TSS employees will join Aptella’ New South Wales team based in Silverwater, to the west of Sydney’s CBD. “We are delighted to welcome the TSS team to Aptella, their expertise in the land survey industry will be a terrific addition to our engagement with customers,” said Martin Nix, CEO of Aptella. “Surveyors in New South Wales have never been more in demand than they are now. They will
We’re excited to announce a new excavator machine control system for mini-excavators that lets you take the benchmark into the cab of your machine and accurately work to a required depth or slope for under $10,000! This nifty little system can be fitted to any small or mini excavator and works with a huge variety of buckets, including tilt buckets. With a simple combination of wireless, solar-powered sensors, an LED lightbar a large full colour touchscreen display, this new system can be installed and ready to work in 60 minutes or less due to patented setup technology! Users can choose from a 1D solution basic depth and grade work, or a 2D system with a dynamic gyro sensor
Whether you’re using a wheel loader, excavator, skid steer or telehandler, we have a range of hydraulic machine scales and on-board weighing solutions to ensure you optimise your loading and most importantly keep an accurate record of the types and quantities of material you have moved. Click here to jump to our table outlining the applications and features of our hydraulic machine scales Wheel Loader Scales System Reduce wasted material and wear on your machines with Loadmaster loader scale solutions. Choose from the industry-leading Loadmaster Alpha 100 system, which comes with full-featured options including reversing camera, on-board printer and the choice of a trade approved upgrade, or the economical Alpha 50 model with colour touchscreen, individual product targets
