This page discusses the following topics:

  • What is Machine Control?

  • How does Machine Control Work?

  • How to get Set Up with Machine Control

  • How Machine Control can assist your Construction Projects

  • How we can help with Machine Control Modelling

  • Get started with your Machine Control Model Today

Machine Control Models

Machine Control

What is Machine Control?

Machine control refers to the use of positioning and guidance systems in construction machinery, enabling operators to achieve high levels of accuracy and efficiency. By integrating advanced technologies like GPS, GNSS, and sensors into construction equipment, machine control models guide machinery to move earth, lay materials, and shape landforms according to precise design specifications.

How Does Machine Control Work?

Machine control systems rely on a combination of onboard equipment, external sensors, and digital models:

  1. GPS/GNSS Receivers: These are installed on the machinery to provide real-time positioning data.

  2. Sensors: Sensors detect the machine's position, orientation, and movements.

  3. Digital Design Models: These models, known as machine control models, are uploaded to the machinery's onboard computer, guiding the operator in real-time.

As the machinery operates, the system cross-references the actual position with the design model, ensuring that every movement is aligned with the project's specifications. This process minimizes human error, reduces material wastage, and accelerates project timelines.

How to Get Set Up with Machine Control

Setting up machine control on your construction site involves a few key steps:

  1. Choose the Right Equipment: Depending on the project, you may need to outfit your excavators, bulldozers, or graders with machine control systems. Ensure the equipment is compatible with the technology.

  2. Develop Accurate Machine Control Models: These digital models represent the design intent and are crucial for guiding the machinery. Brookes Geospatial specializes in creating precise, detailed models tailored to your project needs.

  3. Install and Calibrate Systems: Proper installation and calibration of the equipment are essential for accuracy. This includes setting up base stations for GPS/GNSS systems and ensuring all sensors and models are correctly configured.

How Machine Control Models Can Assist Your Construction Project

Machine control models offer numerous benefits that can significantly enhance your construction project:

  • Increased Accuracy: By providing real-time guidance, these models help achieve precise cuts, fills, and material placements, reducing the risk of errors.

  • Improved Efficiency: Operators can complete tasks faster and with greater confidence, leading to quicker project completion.

  • Cost Savings: Accurate machine control reduces material waste and rework, which can lead to significant cost savings over the life of a project.

  • Enhanced Safety: With machine control, operators can focus more on safety and less on manual measurements, reducing the likelihood of accidents.

How we can help

At Brookes Geospatial, we understand the critical role that accurate and well-developed machine control models play in the success of a construction project. Serving Lancashire, West Yorkshire, and the entire UK, our team of experts offers comprehensive support in developing and installing these models, ensuring your project runs smoothly and efficiently.

Our Services Include:

  • Custom Machine Control Models: We create bespoke models that align perfectly with your project's specifications.

  • Installation and Calibration: Our team will help come to site and install your machine control model to your machine, ensuring everything is working as it should.

  • Ongoing Support: We offer continued support throughout your project, helping to troubleshoot any issues and optimize system performance.

Get Started with Machine Control Today

If you're in Lancashire, West Yorkshire, or anywhere else in the UK, and you're ready to enhance your construction project with machine control models, contact Brookes Geospatial today. Our experts are here to help you every step of the way, from model development to installation and beyond.

Reach out to us at admin@brookesgeospatial.com to learn more or to request a consultation. We’re here to help you elevate your project to new heights of precision and efficiency.