New Book Addresses Basics of Machine Control But Lacks Advice On How To Digitize Civil Plans

摘要

It's been about 10 years since earth-moving contractors began playing around in earnest with three-dimensional grade controls guided by global-positioning systems, which can speed up estimating and shaping earthwork by 30% or more. A new book explains the ins and outs of how to set up a grade-control network on the jobsite.rnResearched, written and published by the staff of Memphis-based TrenchSafety and Supply Inc., the book explains how grade controls, such as lasers and GPS, can displace traditional staking costs on a large-scale contract, which can run up $100,000 or more in surveying fees. "Yourncan also see significant savings on smaller jobs, such as fast-food restaurants and convenience stores," add the authors of Make More Money with Construction Machine Control ($29.95).