Robotic Survey Technology
The auto-tracking, robotic total station is used in conjunction with radio communication
and enables all field surveying tasks to be carried out by the surveyor who is with the target prism.
This eliminates the need for a second or third crew member keeping the cost down while pushing
productivity up.
Driven by servo motors, the robotic instrument has the ability to automatically search and lock onto
the target prism even when the target is moved erratically or at high speeds. The target is stopped
momentarily to record the positional data.
This data collection method is up to 40% more productive than conventional methods.
Pulse Laser, Reflectorless Survey Technology
Reflectorless total stations feature pulse laser angle-distance measuring technology that allows
measurement to virtually any target without the use of a prism. This capability is ideal for
measurement at dangerous or impossible-to-reach sites. We recently used this technology to determine
X-Y-Z coordinates of conductor sag points along a major powerline.
Digital Leveling Survey Technology
Digital levels automatically scan rod readings and store the elevation data in an onboard memory.
Up to 2,400 readings can be stored in the memory in one session. The data is then downloaded to our
computers in the office. Visual rod readings and hand written notes are eliminated reducing
the potential for human error.
Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
In keeping with the advances in surveying technology, Wade Trim/Tomoka is now utilizing global positioning
systems (GPS). Wade Trim/Tomoka has invested in state-of-the-art Topcon-Javad legacy-E GPS receivers.
These units allow our surveyors to collect field data to sub-centimeter accuracies, utilizing a
constellation of 24 United States satellites together with additional Russian (GLONASS) satellites.
This technology eliminates conventional traversing and line-of-sight requirements for fast and reliable
results. Work that once required a full crew on site for weeks can now be accomplished in a fraction
of the time.
Photo-embedded Survey Drawing
Digital photos are embedded in survey drawings so that the civil designer can click on the photo arrow
and view field conditions without exiting from AutoCAD. This unique feature can eliminate costly site
visits as well as offering a visual clarification of unusual areas.
