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He added, “Cyclone 9.0 lets users benefit from target-less
scanningmore oftenby performing the critical scan registration
step farmore efficiently in the office formany projects. As users
increase the size and scope of their scanning projects, Cyclone
9.0pays evenbigger dividends.Anyuserwho registers laser scan
datawill find great value in these capabilities.”
From leveling formwork and settingdigital slopes outdoors, to
aligning and layout work indoors, the Hilti PR 30-HVS has a
wide range of functions.
It is designed to be drop-resistant from standard
working height due to an internal damping
system, shock absorbing case, and four shock-
absorbing handles. It also has improved keypads
and an integrated remote/laser receiver for
maximum productivity and simplicity.
Whether measuring long distances, calculating
areas and volumes, or in difficult to reach
situations, the company’s PD-I and PD-E take
measurements quickly and accurately, says the
company.
Its pulse power technology allows for reliable
measurements even under challenging conditions
and have a reported accuracy of +/- 1/mm.
The PD-E laser range meter is streamlined for
exterior applications. Designed for use in direct
sunlight, the newE-paper screen technology helps
readability even in the most challenging light
conditions. Its precision optical targeting sight
makes long distancemeasurements up to 200m
an easier prospect.
The PD-I for interior applications measures up
to 100 m, allowing for overhead measurements
without theuseof a ladder and thus helps
increaseworkplace safety.
The PD-I uses a standard LCD screen
with brighter illumination for improved
readability in darker areas.
While both tools have a small, compact
design, these laser range meters are
said to be rugged and durable and are
equipped with an automated backlight, inclination sensor for
faster indirectmeasurements andLED reference indicators.
Another new advance from Topcon comes in the form of
its latest data controller – the FC-500. Its numerous features
include a large 4.3 inch (110 mm) touchscreen display and 5
mega pixel camerawith built-inLEDflash.
Ray Kerwin, director of global surveying products, said, “The
FC-500 works with all Topcon GPS/GNSS receivers and total
stations, andmeets or exceeds all field application requirements.
“Additionally, it works with the new Topcon LN-100
instrument dedicated to BIM and one-person construction
layout, simplifyingworkflowwith the seamless integrationwith
ourMagnet suite of software solutions.”
MrKerwin added that its sunlight readable screenmade it easy
to use even in bright conditions. In his view, it was an ideal
pieceof equipment in all conditions as it is alsowaterproof up to
1m. Its camera has anLEDflash andbuilt-in8GBflash storage
allows hundreds of site photos to be stored.
The standardmodel has both bluetooth andwifi connectivity,
while the FC-500GEO has bluetooth,WiFi andGPS.
There is also a thirdmodel comes with the addition of a 3.5G
cellular modem that allows access to the Magnet Enterprise
Solutions suite.
According to the company, this has made it an especially
strong field instrument for sending and receiving digital data
files to the cloud.
For the GIS professional using magnet field software, the
FC-500 has a geo-tagging feature that allows imprinting file
information, includingGPS location, directly on photos.
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Hilti’s PR-30HVS and PRA30 digital
surveying devices have awide range of
applications.
Topcon’s FC500 is said toworkwith its LN-100 device for
management of BIM digital surveying data.
