JDA Co uses Z+F IMAGER 5016 laser scanner to scan bed rock

The team at JDA Co (JDA) were working on the Wilson Cottage & Villa project on Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland when they introduced the Z+F IMAGER 5016 laser scanner from Aptella to this project because the challenging rock bed on-site needed to be explored with the design of the villa. Arjan Sandhu, Architectural Student, B. Arch Design, JDA explained that the Wilson Cottage & Villa project on the remote Lizard Island called for an ecologically sensitive design which respected the island’s remote and serene environment. This made it especially important that this environment was captured with the laser scanner. “As architects it is vital to go on site and explore the possible applications

Topcon GPS and grade control now available in Malaysia from Aptella

Experienced Malaysia team to offer Topcon grade control with local sales, training and support to contractors and engineers, backed by the wider Aptella group. Topcon GPS grade control construction technology available in Malaysia Intelligent positioning solutions provider Aptella announces the expansion of its South East Asia operations, with the addition of local expertise in Malaysia. The company will offer Topcon machine control, GPS and total station solutions for civil infrastructure and building projects, with a range of complimentary systems from other leading suppliers. “Our Malaysia team has extensive experience with Topcon grade control and 3D GPS positioning technology, with the ability to support sitewide solutions for the construction industry,” said Martin Nix, Aptella CEO. “With additional support via