Grade Control for Excavators
Earthworks for Excavators
2D and 3D Grade Control for Excavators
Trimble Earthworks for Excavators is designed to help you do more in less time. Reengineered from the ground up, our innovative, next generation grade control platform features intuitive, easy-to-learn software that runs on an Android operating system. And state-of-the-art software and hardware give operators of all skill levels the ability to work faster and more productively than ever before.
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Augmented Reality for Excavators
See the Excavation Design Overlaid Before You Dig
Trimble Earthworks for Excavators is an advanced grade control system designed to improve excavation accuracy, reduce rework and increase machine productivity. The platform supports 2D grade control for depth and slope applications as well as 3D grade control for complex site designs, providing bucket-position information and real-time design guidance directly in the cab.
Visibility of the bucket gives operators better situational awareness to be able to keep surrounding people and objects safer.
Users can easily understand 3D models, cut/fill information, slope data and other bench points and reference points in context, without the need to interpret complex 2D plans or stakes.
Trimble Earthworks Automatic Excavator Control
Trimble Earthworks Automatic Excavator Control supports semi-automatic excavation workflows for compatible excavators and tilt-rotator attachments. The system assists operators when creating smooth, flat or sloped surfaces, helping them work towards the required design more consistently.
Trimble Earthworks Software
Trimble Earthworks software presents grade-control and design information through an Android-based in-cab interface, helping excavator operators monitor depth, slope, bucket position and progress during earthworks operations.
Trimble Earthworks Dual GNSS
Trimble Earthworks Dual GNSS uses positioning information to determine the excavator bucket’s position and heading during 3D earthworks applications. Explore SITECH’s GNSS positioning solutions or watch the video to see the system in operation.
Configuration Options
Configuration Options for Excavators
Trimble Earthworks for Excavators is available in 2D and 3D configurations for different project types, site conditions and accuracy requirements. Depending on the configuration, the system can work with laser references, GNSS positioning or compatible Trimble total stations. Use the table below to compare applications and identify the most relevant configuration for your excavator.
| Product | Application | Configuration | Description |
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Single GNSS | Measures the position of the bucket and compares that to design data for rough grading and mass excavation on complex design surfaces |
| Dual GNSS | Measures the exact position and heading of the bucket for rough grading and mass excavation on steep slopes and complex design surfaces | ||
| Universal Total Station (UTS) | Total station based system for extreme accuracy for lift and layer control, material monitoring, or where GNSS is not the ideal solution because of overhead obstructions | ||
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Depth, Slope and Elevation Control | Highly flexible system for excavation, trenching, grading and profile work |
| Depth and Slope with Bench Reference | Simply enter the desired depth and slope, or bench using your bucket. The system will provide guidance to a depth or slope based on distance from a known point or “bench” on the ground. | ||
| Laser Reference | A rotating grade laser provides a reference plane across the job site. | ||
| Laser Reference with Heading | The excavator can be rotated without the need to re-enter the desired depth and slope to maintain consistent accuracy. | ||
| Depth and Slope with GNSS | Keep the easy to use Depth and Slope or Bench and Go workflows, and leverage GNSS to move around the site without having to use touch points or laser reference to carry your elevation. In addition you can also rotate and maintain constant slopes as the GNSS also provides heading. |
3D Grade Control
3D Grade Control for Excavators
Trimble 3D grade control for excavators uses positioning information and digital design data to guide excavation across complex surfaces. Configurations are available for standard buckets, tilt buckets and supported tilt-rotator attachments.
Work in any Environment
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Use either GNSS or total stations
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Measure the precise 3D position of the teeth of the bucket
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A simple 2D GNSS Bench and Go workflow means no office software and no 3D models required
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Work up to 20 meters underwater with a deep underwater kit
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Quickly perform complex tasks and simplify finishing slopes with accurate 3D positioning
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Shape V-ditches and operations where the excavator is digging a slope that is not perpendicular to the boom
Excavator Automatics
With Trimble Earthworks, you can now take advantage of the first integrated 3D aftermarket grade control automatics for excavators and tilt-rotator attachments.
Excavators can work semi-automatically, allowing operators to create smooth, flat or sloped surfaces more easily. Achieve grade consistently, with high accuracy and in less time by automating excavator operation with Trimble Earthworks.
2D Grade Control
2D Grade Control for Excavators
Trimble’s 2D grade control system for excavators supports depth, slope and elevation work without requiring a complete 3D site model. It is suited to trenching, grading, foundations, drainage and other earthmoving applications.
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Get into grade control at a very affordable price
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Uses an angle sensor, dual axis sensor and laser catcher to measure the relationship between the body, boom, stick and bucket
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Guides the operator to the desired depth and slope and determines where the bucket teeth are and should be
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Upgrade to a 3D grade control system as your business grows
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