Unlocking GNSS efficiency in challenging environments with Leica multi-frequency solutions
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Selecting the right technology for a project is often dictated by accuracy requirements, with GNSS and Total Station being common choices. However, certain projects require the convenience and speed of GNSS, despite challenges like high multipath or dense overhead canopy.
Traversing through thick bush with limited line of sight can… Read More
Leica Captivate surveying equipment – How to handle the 3G shutdown
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In New Zealand, all the major telco providers have indicated that they will be shutting down the 3G cellular network to free up low-band spectrum to extend 5G service in rural areas. One NZ (formally Vodafone) will be ending the service in early 2025, with Spark and 2 Degrees following… Read More
Leica iCON Build in-field verification minimises errors and rework
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Rework is a costly drain on construction projects and can be a significant problem stemming from outdated verification methods. Traditional processes often create a significant gap between identifying a potential issue and taking corrective action. Data from the job site often needs to be sent back to the office for… Read More
Fulton Hogan deliver paving efficiency at Wellington Airport
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Wellington Airport’s apron taxiway was set to undergo major reconstruction for the first time since the airport opened in 1959. The apron taxiway consists of the paved area between the runway and the airport terminal. This area had reached the end of its design life and needed to be resurfaced… Read More
Laser scanning’s growing use in visual effects and gaming
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Did you know that AEC professionals use the same tools for as-builting as visual effects artists use for movies and games?
Reality capture excels not only in documenting real-world environments, but also in crafting immersive settings for games and movies. In the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, precision and… Read More
Taking steps to expand your traditional surveying services into monitoring
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Monitoring is often thought of as a discipline requiring the expertise of a specialist who possesses the unique knowledge needed to carry out monitoring tasks. In reality, monitoring is repeatedly and consistently surveying the same object and comparing the results over a period of time. On large and complex installations… Read More
Discover the new and improved Leica BLK360!
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The new Leica BLK360 has the same bones as the original BLK360, but a completely different constitution!
In this article we discuss the key differences between the first generation original model and the new and improved Leica BLK360.
The newly released Leica BLK360 represents a full circle in the Leica… Read More
Optimise your in-field registration workflow with Leica Cyclone FIELD 360
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The acquisition of high-quality 3D scan data is the foundation of laser scanning. Utilising robust laser scanning software, such as Leica Cyclone FIELD 360, empowers users to capture accurate data, facilitating the immediate creation of deliverables. One specific functionality that plays a pivotal role in this process is in-field registration.… Read More
Grow your business with the Leica Captivate TPS monitoring app
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It’s easier than you think to grow your Surveying business by offering Monitoring services. Most Surveying businesses at some time will have monitored structures, or a landslide with annual or monthly visits and produced reports in Excel. It’s when those projects become a little more regular that a more efficient… Read More
Laser scanner comparison: Leica RTC360 vs Leica BLK360
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As construction projects become larger and more complex, it is crucial to have the right tools to ensure efficient and accurate work. Two laser scanners, the Leica RTC360 and the next-generation Leica BLK360, are popular choices among building construction professionals.
At first glance, the obvious differences between the two scanners… Read More
