Go Digital with Topcon

2 May 2023

Topcon Positioning Systems has introduced a software system designed to help contractors adopt a digital layout workflow for increased accuracy and productivity. 

Digital Layout has been developed to help both first-time and experienced users of digital layout technology and works in combination with the Topcon LN 3D laser or a Topcon GT robotic total station to provide a step-by-step guide to streamline routines and workflows.

“With today’s job site challenges, contractors need the best and easiest way to perform layout. Topcon provides that with this software dedicated to building construction applications,” said Ray Kerwin, Director of Global Product Planning for Topcon. “It is intended as a valuable tool benefiting a wide variety of trades and professionals with varying technology skills — user-friendly for all building construction users,” he said.

“Many still perform layout using the traditional methods of string and tape or rotating lasers and they are comfortable with the tools they are familiar with. For those taking the step to using Topcon’s 3D laser, they will see that it is an easy transition and one that could now allow one person to complete the layout work that in the past took two or three people to accomplish.”

He added that “Increased productivity results in increased profitability, ultimately helping offset labour shortages and minimise the training time for new workers.”

Additionally, the software can be used with the Point Manager plug-in for Autodesk Revit or AutoCAD to create point files in the office and seamlessly transfer as-built data back to a contractor’s design software. It is compatible with 2D, 3D and BIM workflows, and is supported by Microsoft Windows and Android operating systems. 

Users can generate real-time PDF reports to summarise work progress for stakeholders. 

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