Michael Surveying & Mapping P.C.

GPS Surveys - MSM utilizes two Trimble 5700 dual frequency GPS receivers and three Ashtech Locus single frequency GPS receivers. MSM utilizes both static, rapid static and real time kinematic GPS survey techniques. Static procedures are performed for control surveys to establish survey control in the project areas. Real time kinematic survey techniques will be utilized for cost effective topographic surveys, asbuilt surveys and other uses if conditions support the use of GPS surveys. In the planning process, if satellite geometry and atmospheric conditions degrade the positional accuracies to levels approaching the desired maximum project accuracies, MSM will utilize conventional survey techniques to keep the project on schedule. Also, if tree cover and building locations hamper the GPS surveys, MSM will resort to conventional survey techniques.

Conventional Surveys - MSM deploys Trimble 5603 Robotic reflectorless total stations in the field for our conventional surveys. The robotic/reflectorless total station is the latest in state of the art surveying instruments. MSM utilizes conventional survey techniques to supplement the GPS surveys in areas where GPS surveys are not feasible.

Data Collection - MSM utilizes Trimble TSCe data loggers running Trimble Survey Controller Software for data collection and storage. The TSCe seamlessly interfaces with our 5603 robotic/reflectorless total station and our 5700 RTK GPS survey equipment. This allows GPS surveys to be performed for control establishment, to then be used to collect conventional survey data all in a single file.

Software - MSM utilizes AutoCAD Land Desktop software, specifically developed for land surveyors, civil engineers and land planners, for our mapping and drafting capabilities. We also use Trimble Geomatics Office software for GPS and conventional survey processing and adjustment.

PROCEDURES

Our electronic surveying and drafting systems are continuously evaluated for performance and ease of use. Micheal Surveying and Mapping P.C. chose AutoCAD and its companion products for their reputation as being the industry standard for mapping and land development design.

Today, our total stations, electronic data collectors, AutoCAD Land Desktop software and GPS surveying capabilities enable us to create surveying products in hours instead of days.

Transfer of finished products to clients and other potential users is also effortless, as we offer email and an FTP site for file transfer capabilities.

EQUIPMENT

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