Construction people: Site layout XY Laser beams GPS

[Will Carter]

Didn’t really know what to title this.

Short story:
I dig lots of holes in small areas that need to be +\- 1” in accuracy.
This weeks example: 73 holes 18” in diameter in a 35’ x 95’ area.

I’m given X Y coordinates for layout and am currently marking everything with stakes and 3 long tape measures. As you can imagine, this takes a minute or two.

Does a laser or GPS technology exist that can make life easier?

I just started my search so know about nothing of it.

Budget is $10,000 (or hopefully much less) for a practical solution.

Ideas?

 

[Futbalfantic]

A little over budget but fits the bill

Sokkia SRX3X 3" Robotic Total Station w/ Topcon Tesla Tablet & RC-PR4, Topcon PS-10

 

[rockcity]

Get a total station. GPS driven and is good for what you do. It’s a little expensive but makes life much easier.

A simple GPS Trimble May would do good too.

 

[Junkyard Dog]

I have a friend that is very knowledgeable and also a salesman for GPS systems at benchmark tool. Pm me if you want his contact info