Survey Instruments
Through a reliable partnership with master resellers, Panafrica GIS supplies modern land survey equipment that encompass a broad array of products, from advanced unmanned aerial vehicles, robotic total stations and GNSS receivers with pinpoint satellite accuracy to total stations, theodolites, data collectors, electronic and digital levels and range finders, many with built-in microprocessors and a variety of
GNSS Receivers
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Receivers are the core product for satellite positioning. They convert signals from visible satellites into a position on earth. The amount of visible satellites is dependent on the number of constellations the receiver is compatible with, such as the American GPS, the Russian GLONASS, the European union GALILEO, the China‘s BEIDOU, the Japan‘s QZSS, the Indian‘s NAVIC (IRNSS).
What can GNSS receivers lets you Do!
- Perform high-precision geolocation for surveying and mapping.
- Collect geospatial data in real-time for land, marine, and aerial applications.
- Enable accurate positioning for construction, agriculture, and infrastructure development.
- Support real-time kinematic (RTK) and post-processing kinematic (PPK) corrections for enhanced accuracy.
- Integrate with GIS and CAD software for spatial data analysis.
Best Applications
- Land and cadastral surveying.
- Precision farming and agriculture management.
- Infrastructure and road construction.
- Utility mapping and asset management.
- Environmental monitoring and disaster response.
Key Facts
Total Stations
A Total Station is an electronic/optical instrument used for angle measurement, distance measurements, and coordinate measurements. Total Stations can be remotely controlled and are mounted on Surveying Tripods.
A Total Station uses surveying prisms as a measurement target, and the ability to remotely control or automatically track these targets eliminates the need for an assistant staff.
What Can You Do Using Total Stations?
- Measure distances and angles with millimeter-level accuracy.
- Conduct land and construction site surveys efficiently.
- Map topographic features and create detailed 3D models.
- Perform stakeout and layout work for construction projects.
- Automate data collection for faster and more accurate results.
Best Applications
- Land boundary and cadastral surveys.
- Construction site layout and monitoring.
- Structural deformation analysis.
- Road and railway alignment.
- Mining and tunneling projects.
Key Facts
Theodolites
A theodolite is a precision instrument used for measuring angles both horizontally and vertically. Theodolites can rotate along their horizontal axis as well as their vertical axis. Theodolites have a lot in common with transits.
What Can You Do Using Theodolites?
- Measure precise horizontal and vertical angles.
- Conduct land surveying and alignment tasks.
- Align structural components in construction projects.
- Establish straight lines and angles for roadwork.
- Assist in astronomical observations and mapping.
Best Applications
- Land boundary and property surveys.
- Engineering and construction alignment.
- Tunnel and bridge construction.
- Road and railway planning.
- Military and defense applications.
Key Facts
Levels (Auto Levels, Digital Levels, Dumpy Levels)
A level is an optical instrument used to establish or verify points in the same horizontal plane in a process known as leveling, and is used in conjunction with a leveling staff to establish the relative heights levels of objects or marks. It is widely used in surveying and construction to measure height differences and to transfer, measure, and set heights of known objects or marks.
What Can You Do Using UAVs
- Measure height differences and elevations accurately.
- Establish reference points for construction and land grading.
- Conduct leveling tasks for road and railway projects.
- Ensure proper drainage and slope planning.
- Perform differential leveling for precise elevation data.
Best Applications
- Building and infrastructure construction.
- Road and railway elevation mapping.
- Land grading and drainage planning.
- Foundation and structural alignment.
- Agricultural land leveling.
Key Facts
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones)
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) sometimes called “drones” are a class of aircrafts that can fly without the onboard presence of pilots. Unmanned aircraft systems consist of the aircraft component, sensor payloads and a ground control station. They can be controlled by onboard electronic equipments or via control equipment from the ground. When it is remotely controlled from ground it is called RPV (Remotely Piloted Vehicle) and requires reliable wireless communication for control. Dedicated control systems may be devoted to large UAVs, and can be mounted aboard vehicles or in trailers to enable close proximity to UAVs that are limited by range or communication capabilities.
What can Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones) let you Do!
- Capture high-resolution aerial imagery and videos.
- Perform topographic mapping and 3D terrain modeling.
- Conduct site inspections and monitoring for construction projects.
- Survey large and hard-to-reach areas efficiently.
- Enable precision agriculture and crop health analysis.
Best Applications
- Aerial mapping and land surveying.
- Construction site monitoring.
- Environmental and disaster assessment.
- Precision agriculture and forestry management.
- Infrastructure inspection (bridges, power lines, pipelines).