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
Leica Captivate v8.0 – Overview of new features
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Leica Captivate survey field software remains at the forefront of Leica’s ongoing development efforts. As technology and industry demands evolve, Leica’s R&D team remains determined in their efforts of ensuring that the Captivate software not only aligns with but surpasses the requirements and expectations of surveying professionals worldwide.
The new… Read More
University of Canterbury: Embracing technology for the next generation of Engineers
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The University of Canterbury Department of Civil and Natural Resources Engineering is known internationally for its successful engineering programmes. In close consultation with industry, the survey teaching module has been redeveloped in 2023 to prepare the new generation of engineering graduates to suit the needs of the modern profession and… Read More
Introducing the CHC AlphaAir 450 LiDAR: Smaller, lighter sensor for Drone Surveying
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3D terrain mapping with drones has become common practice over the last decade. Relatively low-cost drones combined with autonomous mission planning apps and user-friendly photogrammetry software (such as ContextCapture and Leica Infinity amongst others) have provided highly efficient workflows for building accurate and complete 3D models of terrain more quickly… Read More
Abley: Optimising augmented reality in construction with vGIS
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The recent industry survey by Deloitte for Autodesk “The state of digital adoption in construction report 2023” showed that businesses using digital technologies are more likely to be successful across a number of measures including revenue growth and optimism about the future.
The adoption of digital technologies under an organisation-wide… Read More
Otago University School of Surveying now equipped with Leica TS10 total stations
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Students at Otago University School of Surveying are now benefitting further from Leica instruments and workflows, following the acquisition of 10 brand new Leica TS10 Total Stations. Richard Harrison from our Christchurch office personally delivered the new equipment and spent time setting up the instruments for the needs of the… Read More
Custom Rapid Deployment Monitoring Solutions
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The Global Survey Geomatics team have recently been involved with setting up solutions for monitoring projects.
Monitoring projects are often long-term by nature and planned over a period of weeks or months, and usually involve a significant investment in time, equipment, software and expertise. Often they remain in place over… Read More
Investing in the Next Generation of University of Otago Survey School Graduates
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The Global Survey team recently ran two workshops for the final year students at University of Otago Survey School. From a practical perspective the plan was to demonstrate how the latest technologies are able to make graduates more productive and efficient for when they enter the work force at the… Read More
How does an Engcon Tiltrotator Improve Your Business?
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Over the last decade, tiltrotators have taken the world by storm and it’s easy to see why! Their versatility makes them a must have piece of kit in many regions across Europe, Scandinavia and the US.
Engcon are a global leading brand based in Sweden and are the largest manufacturer… Read More
