Garry MacPhail, Business Manager – Geospatial, Aptella discusses the evolution of technology and its benefits for the surveying profession. After completing surveying college, Garry MacPhail, Business Manager – Geospatial, Aptella, discovered that his true passion was technology and how it could assist the surveying profession in automating a task or improving workflows. This passion led him into a career selling innovative equipment into the marketplace. “My biggest passion is automating a task and making a difference to the surveyor’s workflow. This has been the most important thing for me throughout my career,” said Mr MacPhail. “It’s that continuous improvement and refining Aptella’ products to give better productivity and help surveyors do their tasks better.” Evolution of technology Over
Billy Biletic, Director, Biletic’s Excavations had been researching the iDig 2D machine control system from Aptella for a few weeks when he came across a Facebook post by Aptella for an iDig 2D machine control system giveaway competition and won the competition with his photo entry. “When I came across it on Facebook, I started looking into videos and information on other people’s experiences with the system and what the technology can and can’t do,” said Mr Biletic. “I was impressed by the features of the iDig system.” Mr Biletic has the iDig 2D machine control system from Aptella installed on his 8t and 5t Caterpillar excavators and has found the iDig and machinery work seamlessly together. “I
Tokara remote access to construction equipment enables contractors to solve machinery issues, update design files and more, whilst maintaining social distancing. Aptella’ Tokara Link gives workers access to machines whether they are in different states or down the road. Maintaining distancing on the job site Social distancing requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic mean sites and contractors need to adjust the way they work to keep everyone on site safe. In some cases, this means switching to electronic systems to avoid unnecessary contact. In an effort to provide technical support to any site across Australia efficiently Aptella created Tokara Link, an Australian-designed remote access telematics solution. The solution is specifically created to improve efficiency and productivity for earthworks and
It’s rare for the construction industry to see a truly revolutionary breakthrough in technology. However, you get just that with the Topcon LN series layout navigator. A game-changing fusion of laser and robotic technologies purpose-built for completing construction and BIM layout. Stripping away the complexities often associated with surveying technology, the Topcon LN series is the only 3D layout tool you need for construction set out. Built for interior building infrastructure, foundations and footings, utilities and general layout as well at construction set out, there’s not much the Topcon LN series layout navigator can’t do. The Topcon LN series layout navigator has the familiarity of a laser level with the enhanced accuracy of a robotic survey instrument. There’s
A brief introduction to loader scales New technology that aims to maximise operational results has always been highly adopted across industries dealing with bulk material processing, holding a known ability to yield enticing results. It’s rare to discover such a simple yet vital piece of technology that can work to underpin day-to-day operations so, when such a product surfaces, it’s guaranteed to create a lasting impact. Loader weighing scales have become a favoured investment across industries where ascertaining product weight is an essential consideration in risk prevention, process optimisation, and commercial transacting. This small device holds an exceptional reputation amongst consumers with an ability to significantly streamline business operations, presenting itself as an indispensable asset across a broad
