Leica Machine Control

PRECISION ACCURACY THAT'S EASY TO INSTALL, OPERATE, AND UPGRADE

Finding enough skilled and well-trained heavy equipment operators to get the job done continues to be challenging in today’s market. With the help of machine control systems, new operators still gaining experience can become just as productive as anyone else on the job site. Leica machine control systems aren’t just for the new, though; contractors continue to witness an increase in productivity for even the savviest, most experienced operators while reducing or eliminating the need for grade sticks and other survey-related manpower requirements.

As a global leader with over 200 years of commitment to revolutionizing the world of measurement and survey, Leica Geosystems provides solutions to professionals worldwide in a variety of industries. Known for their premium products and innovative solution development, Leica’s move into the world of construction equipment development was only natural. Today, Leica machine control systems can be found globally in a vast array of construction applications and on every major brand and type of equipment. 

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Easy to Install on All Major Equipment Brands

Leica utilizes open architecture software and is designed to plug into and work with a variety of manufacturers’ Controller Area Network systems. With many construction equipment manufacturers equipping their product lines with the ports and control valves necessary for machine control installation, Leica's Machine Control System can be installed and operated without any additional wiring or valve installation. As simple as clamping the components (the position sensors/mast(ss), control panel in the cab, and GPS globe if needed) into place and then plugging them in, your system will be ready to operate smoother and smarter—sooner.

Older equipment without a Controller Area Network? No problem. Leica Machine Control systems can be fitted to these pieces with additional wiring. Our experts have years of experience installing Leica systems on a wide variety of equipment and can provide you with an accurate estimate on installing the systems you need.

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Easy to Operate

Leica Machine Control systems are designed for accuracy, ease of operation, and reduced operator training performance windows. While it may typically take months, if not years, to become truly skilled at operating a dozer, grader, or other earth-moving equipment - even a relatively unskilled operator can be capable of producing sub-inch grade accuracy and high productivity when provided with equipment equipped with Leica Machine Control. 

Features contributing to this ease of operation include screens and controls intuitive for operators to learn and operate, an entry-level guidance system utilizing simple audio/visual cues for the operator to adjust the machine to the desired grade, and more advanced 2D and 3D systems—complete blade control on dozers, graders, and scrapers—allowing the operator to concentrate on driving the machine while the Leica machine control system achieves the desired grade.
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Easy to Upgrade

Leica designed its machine control systems to allow contractors to start at the level of control and automation that best fits their budget and needs. Entry-level systems utilize a laser base station and a sensor/mast, as well as a control panel in the cab, to provide audio/visual cues to the operator to produce the desired grade or depth. From there, components can be added to the existing system, allowing for complete automated grade control based on a predetermined site map loaded into the control panel. As the system is upgraded, the original investment in hardware and components never goes to waste.

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