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Everyone in the construction industry agrees: 3D machine control makes projects faster. But how much faster is it, really?
We put this to the test and found a 51% time saving.
But here’s the big question: what does that mean for your bottom line?
We kept the field-test simple: Same tools, same task, different workflows.
By standardizing all variables, we focused on one key differentiator: 3D Machine Control.
While each company has different investments and jobtypes, the stages of the field-test reflect tasks found in many construction jobs:
Using 3D machine control, all phases become more efficient, leading to a noticeable time saving.
For all stages, the critical difference is that the operator with 3D machine control can monitor depth and grade directly from the cab. The other operator had to leave the machine frequently to control depth and grade with a stick and a rotating laser.
With 3D machine control, the operator can easily manage each stage - from staking out points to creating the sloped surface and the final 20cm offset - right from the cab. This is the key to the remarkable time savings.
Machine operators like to keep the cab clean — why not avoid leaving it?
The time savings using 3D machine control is a combination of real-time monitoring of depth and grade, and replacing the many time-consuming manual steps with intuitive functions to generate a surface and off-set inside the machines.
The operator in the excavator without machine control had to step out of the cab 9 times in total - the operator with 3D machine control stepped out of the cab when he was done.
Now we’re getting down to the topic on everyone’s lips.
Saving time is always a winning strategy in construction, but what is that worth if we don’t get down to what really matters: the bottom line.
Use our calculator to see your potential monthly and annual savings. It considers your labor costs, fuel consumption, and machine expenses to estimate just how 3D machine control could impact your bottom line. As a bonus, it also calculates how quickly the system could pay for itself!
Access the calculator by clicking the picture below:
To answer the question of what the 51% time savings mean for your bottom line. While the specifics will vary depending on your investment and jobtype, one thing is clear: 3D machine control is a smart investment that turns time into a healthier bottom line. It’s not just about saving time - it’s about turning that time into profit. 3D machine control does not change the way operators work. It minimizes the time and errors of doing the manual tasks they already know, leading to a more profitable bottom line.
Take the first step toward faster, more profitable work. Get in contact now.
