Locator One: Advanced GNSS-Based Monitoring System
Precision Movement Monitoring for Critical Infrastructure and Construction Projects
Locator One is an innovative, autonomous GNSS-based monitoring system designed to deliver subcentimeter accuracy for real-time movement detection. This solution enables precise monitoring of vertical and horizontal ground movements and structural shifts, making it ideal for applications such as infrastructure maintenance, construction, and environmental monitoring.
High-Precision, Sustainable Monitoring
Locator One offers a cutting-edge approach to movement detection by combining high-precision GNSS and radar technologies. By delivering reliable geodetic data with minimal environmental impact, it represents a new standard in monitoring systems for sectors where accuracy, safety, and sustainability are paramount.
Unmatched Accuracy
Locator One measures with exceptional precision, providing data with a 5mm accuracy in the Z direction and 3mm in the X-Y plane. This level of detail ensures consistent and dependable data collection, even in remote or challenging environments.
Designed to function autonomously, Locator One maintains 95% uptime, assuming a clear line of sight to satellites with an unobstructed view from 10 degrees above the horizon.
Predictability for Proactive Managements
Data is collected and processed at predefined intervals, enabling users to predict subsidence, settlement, and other movement trends over time.
The predictability of Locator One’s data allows project managers and engineers to take proactive steps to prevent or mitigate potential issues, safeguarding infrastructure and surrounding environments.
Enhanced Safety for Workers and Sites
Locator One reduces the need for on-site human involvement, improving safety by minimizing risky, in-person site visits.
This autonomous system reduces the use of vehicles and manual labor on potentially hazardous terrain, supporting safer operations across construction and monitoring sites.
Environmentally Friendly and Sustainable
Equipped with solar power and a super capacitor, Locator One operates independently without frequent maintenance trips, significantly lowering CO2 emissions associated with operations.
This sustainable design ensures long-term operation without reliance on fossil fuels, aligning with eco-friendly project goals and reducing the carbon footprint.
How Locator One Works
1. Installation
A fleet of Locator One devices is mounted on settlement rods installed at the ground level. The devices measure the height of baseplates, providing a consistent reference point for ongoing monitoring.
2. Monitoring
The devices transmit data, including geodetic observations and metadata, via an IoT network to the secure Locator One Cloud. Through geodetic calculations and adjustments, the data is refined for accuracy.
3. Data Delivery
Processed data is made available on the Basetime dashboard or can be integrated into your preferred GIS databases and third-party systems through an API, providing flexibility and compatibility with existing workflows.
Applications and Use Cases
Locator One is engineered to support a wide range of applications, including:
- Construction and Infrastructure: Track and monitor settlement on construction sites, bridges, dams, and other critical structures.
- Environmental Monitoring: Measure changes in ground levels and sand layers for environmental conservation and land management.
- Industrial Sites: Automate the monitoring of industrial structures to ensure safety and compliance.
Consultancy and Support
Beyond delivering the Locator One system, Canal Geomatics and Basetime offer expert consultancy services to help you integrate and optimize this technology within your projects. With nearly 15 years of experience in GNSS, geodesy, and IoT, our team is here to help you maximize the value of Locator One.