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Trimble Machine Guidance & Control System Pays Dividends

Written by SITECH Solutions | Jun 24, 2024 5:06:49 AM
As published in ForConstructionPros, contractors are increasingly utilising cutting-edge technologies like machine guidance and grade control systems to boost efficiency and productivity. Rasch Construction, led by Dalton Rasch, has integrated a Trimble Earthworks 3D mastless grade control system with their new 115-horsepower dozer.

This system leverages advanced GPS technology to enhance job site efficiency, accuracy, and safety. It simplifies manual staking and cut-fill operations for workers. Dalton emphasises the importance of having the entire job site loaded on the GPS monitor, knowing the location of operators, and understanding their cut fills. According to him, this approach is the best for tackling dirt jobs. The grade control system has proven its value over time, paying for itself through increased efficiency and timely project completion.

Benefits of Trimble Mastless Grade Control System for Dozers:
  1. Enhanced Efficiency

   - Reduces manual input by up to 80%, decreasing fatigue and boosting productivity.

   - Real-time monitoring and automatic blade adjustments ensure precise grading.

  1. Improved Accuracy and Reduced Rework

   - Continuous blade monitoring allows real-time corrections, minimising errors.

   - Enables precise adjustments, keeping projects on schedule.

  1. Better Visibility and Safety

   - Mastless design improves blade and work area visibility.

   - GPS monitor placement avoids obstructing the operator’s view.

  1. User-Friendly Interface and Training

   - 3D view aids less-experienced operators in mastering dozer operations quickly.

   - Training covers system components, data loading, and real-time feedback interpretation.

  1. Cost Efficiency

   - High initial costs offset by improved efficiency, reduced material wastage, and lower labour costs.

   - Precise grading leads to savings in material and fuel consumption.

  1. Addressing Workforce Challenges

   - User-friendly automation and real-time guidance mitigate skilled operator shortages.

   - Reducing manual grading tasks allows labourers to focus on other duties, optimising productivity.

 

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