Reasons why others have purchased the LN:
Turn your single crew member into a concrete layout powerhouse
Transform any single crew member into a precision layout specialist. Build faster, waste less, and watch your projects pay more with millimeter-level accuracy that eliminates costly mistakes.
“The savings on the layout time alone was off the charts. (...) I can't even put how many hours I saved on that job. I mean easily up to 35 days.”
— Michael Nims, Construction Foreman at Crawford Mechanical Services
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FAQs about the LN for concrete construction
Simply mount the LN on a tripod, and it automatically self-levels and finds the reflective target mounted on your prism pole. The prism pole has a narrow tip at the bottom for exact layout and verification. The instrument stays locked on the prism as you move around the site. Command and control are in your hands with a ruggedized tablet with intuitive software. The graphical software provides options to lay out whatever your design includes.
The LN provides construction-grade accuracy suitable for most concrete work, typically within 1/8 inch at typical working distances. This level of precision is more than adequate for foundation layout, form positioning, and general construction tasks while being much faster than traditional surveying methods.
The LN excels at concrete foundation layout by providing precise positioning for footings, stem walls, and anchor bolt placement. You can quickly stake out foundation corners, verify squareness, and check elevations before pouring. The system helps ensure your forms are positioned correctly and at the proper grade, reducing costly rework and material waste.
The LN is ideal for slab layout work, including setting grade stakes, positioning expansion joints, and verifying elevations across large slabs. You can check your subgrade preparation and ensure proper slopes for drainage. The system also helps with post-pour verification to confirm the slab meets design specifications.
The LN handles vertical layout tasks efficiently. For tilt-up construction, you can lay out panel casting beds, position embeds and openings, and verify panel dimensions before lifting. The system's 3D capabilities make it easy to check the plumb and alignment of erected panels.
Initial setup typically takes 10-15 minutes. This includes mounting the instrument on a tripod, turning it on for self-leveling, and connecting to the tablet. Once you're familiar with the system, daily setup becomes much faster. Most concrete contractors and foremen can set up, use and become productive with the LN within a few hours of hands-on training. The intuitive tablet interface and simple setup process mean your crew can start using it effectively on their first day. Advanced features may take additional practice, but basic layout tasks are straightforward.
No, a surveying background is not required. The LN is designed specifically for construction professionals who need layout capability without complex surveying procedures. If you can use a smartphone or tablet, you can learn to operate the LN.
Topcon dealers typically provide on-site training as part of the purchase. Training covers basic setup, operation, and care of the equipment. Many dealers also offer ongoing support and advanced training sessions as your team becomes more experienced with the system. See here for what other types of training are available.
The system typically pays for itself through labor savings and reduced rework. Tasks that might take hours with traditional methods can be completed in minutes. The accuracy helps prevent costly mistakes that require demolition and rebuilding. Many contractors see payback within the first few projects. Complete the form above to get an eBook that details the LN's ROI.
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