Modern Mining Marchh 2017

PRODUCT News

Maptek delivers smaller, lighter laser scanners

Maptek has announced its third generation I-Site XR3 and LR3 laser scanners. Smaller and lighter than their predecessors, the newmodels offer significant improvement in range capability. Compared to the I-Site 8800 series, the latest I-Site XR3 and LR3 laser scanners are 30 % smaller and 25 % lighter, with 2,5 times faster data acquisition, and offer a 25 % improvement in range capability. A new high-dynamic-range panoramic camera produces high resolution digital images for geotechnical analysis and geological mapping. The I-Site XR3 has a scanning range of up to 2 400 m giving wider coverage with fewer scans and allowing survey of otherwise unattain- able areas. The I-Site LR3 scanning range of 1 200 m makes it – says Maptek – the system of choice for small to medium pits and quarries as well as indoor stockpile volumetrics. “These new products fulfil our mandate to package survey capa- bility, digital imaging and laser scanning in an easy-to-use system designed for harsh environments,”says Jason Richards, Global Business Development Manager Laser Imaging Solutions. “I-Site laser scanners remain the only truly mining-tough systems rated IP65 for environ- mental protection. “Maptek’s business model of developing, selling and supporting our own products is by its very nature customer-oriented,” continues Richards. “Surveyors are asking for ever more compact systems. Site conditions demand reliability and ease of field use alongside increas- ing flexibility for teams to share operational data. “Our first laser scanner, the I-Site 4400 has stood the test of time. We have in fact just announced‘end of life’to the disappointment of at least one customer still using that model productively for mine survey.” The I-Site XR3 and I-Site LR3 are compatible with laser scanning applications such as Maptek Sentry for surface monitoring and PerfectDig for design conformance. Modular design allows configura- tion of the system to match site requirements. Maptek has also built and launched Sentry as a fully transportable monitoring system. Deployed in a custom trailer, the system offers a power and communications module, cellular and wi-fi networking, a dedicated, stable bollard for an I-Site laser scanner and proven Sentry software. I-Site XR3 and LR3 laser scanners are available for order. A unit optimised for underground use, the I-Site SR3, will follow onto market mid-year. Maptek Africa, tel (+27 11) 750-9660, website: www.maptek.com

Maptek’s new I-Site XR3 laser scanner has a scanning range of up to 2 400 m.

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