The Basics

What is Leica PowerDigger 3D?

Leica PowerDigger 3D is the latest grade control system from Europe’s leading machine control innovator.  Leica PowerDigger 3D precisely monitors the exact position of the bucket cutting-edge using a mix of robust solid-state sensors and monitors the excavator position with GNSS antennas. This combination provides a wealth of data supplied directly into the cab on a rich display screen; guiding the operator to produce a wealth of earthwork activities with absolute precision.

 

System Features

 

• Work directly from CAD models with Leica PowerDigger 3D.
• Rich Full colour display fitted conveniently inside the cab – providing all machine information to the operator.
• 3D graphics –  see the job how you need to, from a infinite number of angels.
• GNSS (GPS & GLONASS) – for maximum flexibility & coverage across your site.
• Rugged component and cabling design – built specifically for the harsh construction environment.
• Compatible with most make and models of excavators on the market – even dual boom excavators supported.
• Fast & easy removal of components for overnight security.
• Simple & intuitive user interface – allows users to become confident and highly productive quicker.

A World of Benefits…

Users are often surprised by Machine Control; how one small system can drastically impact on their projects. Leica PowerDigger 3D uses the latest in technology and provides a robust and dependable machine control solution which can provide the following benefits:

 

• Improve site safety – removes the need for grade checkers to enter the earthworks area.
• Reduces material & rework costs – do the job once, do it right!
• Work without boundaries – increases machine productivity by reducing your dependency on site survey teams.
• Creates a greener site – reduced rework and increased productivity all add up to substantial fuel savings, as well as reduced machine hours, as the job gets done quicker!
• Complex projects become simple – construct complex geometries, profiles and grades in a fraction of the normal time.
• Significant material savings – what is estimated is used
• Full payback on your investment can be achieved in one project.

 

The future of excavation

Leica PowerDigger 3D

The days of being constrained and relying on batter rails, boards and string lines is coming to an end, with the revolutionary Leica PowerDigger 3D system from Scanlaser. Typically a site survey will be conducted; turning physical data into terrain models. As the construction process continues, this data is interpreted into rails, boards and other markers. This takes time not to mention expense!

Using the Leica PowerDigger 3D the operator works directly from the original 3D data produced by site engineers. Operators can then reach target depth and grades with ease. Using the Bluetooth and wireless capabilities of the Leica PowerDigger display screen the data can be sent straight back to the site office speeding up excavation and prevents over/under dig. This will positively impact project costs and make you more profitable!

System Uses

 

Trenching
Use the system to provide sub-centimeter depth guidance for any application.  Simply enter the desired depth and slope into the in-cab display, or work directly from the original 3D terrain models. All this without the need for grade checkers to enter the excavation area!
 
Blind and Submerged Cuts
Use the system to ‘see’ underwater – designed specifically for dredging, clearing and operating in water. Just follow the position of the bucket by means of seven bucket position indicators on the full colour, 3D rendered display.

Formation Layering
When filling material in pipe trenches or formations, just enter the desired material depth and slope required. The system can store multiple depths and slopes for several layers.

Grading
Grading uneven surfaces can be done with speed and ease. Just enter the desired depth and slope into the in-cab display or work directly from GNSS coordinates. Grading has never been so simple!

Height Alarm
Safety First! When digging in surroundings where there are objects above the excavator that are potentially dangerous (e.g.  Power cables), you can set an Alarm Height that warns the operator of boom, stick, and bucket heights.

PowerSnap

The unique feature that is revolutionising machine control

We listened to our customers – you requested quick and easy installs combined with added on-site flexibility and we have delivered it, in the unique PowerSnap concept.

The patented Snap-on & Snap-off technology allows machine sensors and control panels to be interchanged for rapid reconfiguration of machine control hardware.

PowerSnap

The benefits...

• Fast & easy removal of components for overnight security.The benefits of PowerSnap…
• Rapid interchange of control panels and sensor technology - giving your extra freedom and flexibility on site.
• Easy and quick removal of components for overnight security.
• Low-cost, low-profile cradle permanently installed in-cab - have multiple machines fitted with cradles and interchange your machine control system from machine to machine as your project requires it.
• Discrete installations with fewer caballing requirements.
• One cradle for all panels - allowing seamless interchanges*
• Cradle stores machine specific settings such as hydraulic tuning.
• Contact and cable free connection to control/display panels – no need to connect cables manually, it is all complete in a Snap!
• Safety shut down feature which protects system & data.
• Achieve full 2D and 3D control by simply swapping a control panel – it’s that simple!

 

*PowerSnap is enabled on the following systems:

 

• Mikrofyn MikroGrade 2D -  Dozer or Grader
• Leica PowerGrade 2D - Dozer or Grader
• Mikrofyn MikroGrade 3D - Dozer or Grader
• Leica Power Grade 3D - Dozeror Grader

 

Rapid upgrades...

PowerSnap enabled systems allow sensor technology and control panels to be swapped between machines. Now you can buy a performance system such as the Leica PowerGrade 2D and upgrade to the advanced PowerGrade 3D (GNSS) system with ease and at a minimum cost.

 

For more information on PowerSnap or any of the enabled systems please call the Scanlaser team on +44(0)1782 654450 or email info@scanlaser.co.uk