Education

At Quantum, we get a TON of questions from contractors all over the nation.  Once a question or problem has come to our attention a few times, we write up a blog post or make a video to share the best practices we have picked up over the years.  Have a suggestion or like to see a problem you have addressed?  Email us

Machine Control

Drone Data

Single Point GPS Site Control

Learn how to set up your own site control network for custom projects.  ​

Topographic Surveys

Learn how to topo commercial sites, roads and stockpiles in this video

Pick up a few tips for topoing over excavations with this video.  

Specialty Machine Control Models

Structural and Foundation Excavation

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Improving Site Drainage with Machine Control

Improving Machine Control Value

Learn from Cat, Komatsu, Deere and Case's Experience

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Evaluating "Free" Models

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Should you Build your Machine Control Model or Buy them?

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Conexpo/ConAgg has put together a great resource for all things machine control.  If you can't find the answers to your questions on Quanutm's blog, chances are you will find them here.

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Drone Data Overview

Learn how Quantum's approch to drone data and deliverables makes it simple to integrate into your existing machine control and takeoff systems. ​

Brief discussion of ground control point placement

Flight Planning

These videos walk you through flight planning and  how to re-use a flight plan. 

Camera Settings

Quality photos will ensure you get the most out of your drone flights and 3D data.  

General settings for most lighting conditions.

Settings for low light conditions common in late fall and early spring