So you’ve scoped your job, you’ve chosen your equipment, and you’ve landed on the ever-versatile rotary laser. So what’s next? Here you will learn how to use your laser level. What is a Rotary Laser Level? A rotating laser (also known as a rotary laser level) is an advanced laser level that spins a beam of lightning-fast enough to give the optical illusion of a solid 360-degree plane. These planes can be horizontal, or vertical. Illuminating not just a solid and static line, but lateral planes. Not to be confused with a laser ‘measuring tool’ which defines space and distance between multiple objects, or a laser pointer which is used in presentations, or playing for endless hours with
As we all know, the traditional level has been around for centuries. We can actually backdate the invention of the level to 1661. Whilst first used in telescopes and surveying, technology has come a long way since then. Today, we more commonly use the digital laser level. Sometimes also referred to as a plumb laser, or beam laser. So with all the iterations of the laser out there on the market, it’s sometimes hard to choose which one is best for the job you need. When looking for a laser to help you mark a chimney, install a deck, or even assist with the installation of a drop ceiling; look no further than a vertical line laser. What
Grade control optimises compaction ratios and gives operators greater autonomy in Mindarie, Western Australia The Tamala Park Landfill in Western Australia is one of the largest in the state, operated by the Mindarie Regional Council. The site provides comprehensive waste management services for the public, including a recycling centre and reuse shop. An onsite power station uses the landfill gas to generate electricity, which benefits the environment, and powers up to 5,000 homes per day. Two landfill compactors are used on site to distribute and compact the waste. In 2016 Mindarie Regional Council began trialling grade control technology on the machines to monitor the effect it would have on compaction ratios, available air space, and overall productivity. Operations
Aptella is now moving ground in the Phillipines with the first Topcon 3D machine control systems installed on Prime Metro BMD Corporation’s (PrimeBMD) fleet of excavators, graders and dozers. PrimeBMD specialises in the construction of major transport and urban development infrastructure for projects in both the private and government sectors in the Philippines. PrimeBMD’s expertise includes the construction of roads and bridges, marine infrastructure and dredging services, airport infrastructure, building works, water and wastewater infrastructure, rail infrastructure, and commercial/residential land subdivision projects. “With 3D machine control solutions, the equipment operators can easily visualise their work area and follow the indicators to achieve the project design,” said Mae Hernandez, Business Development and Marketing Officer, Aptella South East Asia. “We take
Relied upon by cadastral and topographic surveyors, engineers, architects and drafters, CAD software is used to create and manage plans or projects in a digital format. The software available on the market today has come a long way from the early years of computer programs. In this article we’ll step through the evolution of civilcad, a popular and Australian-developed solution that has a long history and is today known as MAGNET Office, which now forms part of the MAGNET Systems Workflow. Cliff Stewart is a land and mine surveyor with more than 30 years’ experience in land development projects. During his career, he’s also worked on 13 mine sites and is authorised for all aspects of underground and
Intelligent positioning solutions provider Aptella announces its commitment to a new 3-year partnership with The Smith Family, commencing September 2020.. The Smith Family is Australia’s leading children’s education charity, providing young Australians from disadvantaged backgrounds with the extra tools and support they need to succeed at school, so they can create better futures for themselves. The disadvantages experienced by the 1.2 million young Australians living in poverty today* not only impacts their life at home; it also adversely affects their education, and worse, the direction of their lives. Education is key to breaking the poverty cycle. “We are honoured to be joining forces with The Smith Family to help Australian children break the cycle of poverty and realise
a replacement for UHF radios that is easy to use, works with all makes and models of GPS equipment and is available to buy online for a 12-month or 24-month subscription. Access the on-demand webinar MiRTK is the new way to receive correction data from your base station and its available for sale today from Aptella! Say goodbye to the frustrations of working with UHF radios once and for all with this refreshingly simple and reliable subscription service. Please register for MiRTK | Internet enabled correction service for your base station on Aug 27, 2020 4:29 PM AWST Access Webinar
New Berrimah office provides laser level calibrations, repairs, sales, rental and training services across the range of Topcon surveying and machine control solutions. Intelligent positioning solutions provider Aptella has a new office for the company’s Darwin team. The new Berrimah premises offers a full range of services to support customers in the construction, geospatial and mining sectors with laser levels, GPS, survey instruments and machine control technology. “We look forward to welcoming customers at our new premises at 29 Miles Road, Berrimah, and helping them with their technology needs or equipment services,” said Bradd Thexton, Field and Support Manager for the Northern Territory at Aptella. “If your laser level is due for a calibration, drop into the new
