Hemisphere GPS Launches Earthworks X300 Excavator Machine Guidance System

August 23, 2010

Hemisphere GPS announces the release of the Earthworks X300 excavator guidance system. Integrating Hemisphere GPS’ patented Crescent Vector GPS compass technology, the X300 guidance system measures and displays three-dimensional excavator positioning to operators, improving excavation proficiency and accuracy and reducing rework, the company said.

Following the successful release of the X200 full two-dimensional machine guidance system in March of this year, X300 provides real-time three-dimensional visual feedback to the operator on the position of the bucket teeth relative to a design grade surface. X300 will also function in a full two-dimensional mode when jobs do not require a three-dimensional design file. "Design Grade on site" features offered through the touchscreen interface conveniently guide the operator through two-dimensional jobs. Even the smallest contractor will realize the benefits of higher productivity, increased safety, and a quick return on investment, Hemisphere GPS said.

“X300 reduces the need for survey staking and manual grade-checking, which leads to greater efficiency, lower cost, and improved safety,” said John Bohlke, General Manager of Earthworks at Hemisphere GPS. “The operator can remain in the cab making the best use of the operating hours.”

X300 ensures improved productivity, accuracy, and job execution flexibility through a combination of ultra-rugged tilt sensors, GPS systems, three-dimensional design file, and an operator touch screen display. X300 is ideal for both coarse and fine-grade excavation applications including site preparation and general earthwork, road construction, mining, utility trenching, complex grading, and marine dredging. X300 is the excavator guidance tool that allows for more competitive bids, instills confidence in project status and completion accuracy, and nets significant enhanced profitability.