Aggregates Manager

March 2017

Aggregates Manager Digital Magazine

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1) Stockpile Measurement Many aggregates companies use a combination of employees on the ground and third-party surveyors to measure stockpiles. Surveys happen a few times a year, using a variety of surveying equipment and take anywhere from a few days to a week to complete. This method is costly, hazardous, time-consuming and the data isn't immediately available. Even when the data does become available, it can be hard to share within the company or to audit. Companies seeking a more ef ficient way to do stockpile measurement are using drones. By using drones, companies can frequently and automatically calculate the perimeter and volume for all their aggregate stockpiles; even odd-shaped piles against walls. Drones enable them to fly a large site in minutes and have pile measurements that same day. Data captured by drones is being used for ever y thing from daily produc tion measurements and spot checks to end of year third-par ty audits. 3 Ways Drones Can Save You Time and Money While Increasing Safety Drones are quickly becoming a leading tool for Aggregate companies. Here are three examples of how drones can help you lower costs, improve efficiency and increase safety.

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