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Bailey Civils are an established Civil Engineering contractor based in the West Midlands. They work for a variety of clients: Local Authority, Defence, Commercial and Domestic with a multitude of projects that really showcase their ability to tackle any technical challenge. Investment in Efficiency The majestic blue Kobelco excavator of Bailey Civils will be familiar to anyone who attended the Plantworx exhibition as it was a feature on the Kobelco stand as a great example of how technology can be used to increase efficiencies. To make sure this machine could reach the peak of productivity, it was kitted out with the latest...

Applications of Machine Control Systems   Bulk Earthworks: Machine control systems excel in tasks such as excavating and grading for bulk earthworks. Using take-off models in conjunction with machine control ensures that the land is prepared exactly as per the design, volumes are correct every time, and costings are accurate. As well as improved accuracy, using machine control removes the need for an engineer or surveyor to be on site setting out batter stakes and checking levels. Landscaping and Golf Courses: Machine control systems assist in creating intricate landscaping for residential development as well as golf courses. Efficiently graded fairways...

We're delighted to feature in a new video on the Diggers and Dozers Youtube channel, where golf course construction expert Patrick Quinn of P. Quinn Construction discusses how he came to choose what machine control system to put on his fleet of excavators. Spoiler: he chose to get Unicontrol supplied and fitted by Surveytech... In the video, he explains how he has invested in two Unicontrol systems for his 15 ton and 13 ton Hitachi excavators that are both equipped with Engcon tilt rotators. There are three factors that Patrick said made him choose Unicontrol: Ease of use - “we’ve got...

Machine Control is a technology that is transforming the operation of construction sites across the UK right now, but what’s it like to work with? Whether you’re an experienced user or you’ve just heard it talked about and want to know more, this webinar is for you. We’ll hear perspectives varying from company owners to support engineers and operators to give you insight into what it’s really like to use machine control in the field. You’ll learn where the technology has come from, how it’s being used now and how to get the best from it - with honest views...