Maptek announces new I-Site 8800 laser scanner

“The extra long range I-Site 8800 scanner has resulted from many years of research and development, building on our experience with manufacturing laser scanners suited to the demanding mining environment,” said Maptek I-Site general manager Peter Johnson.
The I-Site 8800 scanner has been designed from the ground up to take advantage of new technology. It delivers the most advanced laser scanner technology for a scanner of this range, combining outstanding measurement accuracy with ease of use.
“This survey instrument will deliver the best possible performance across a spectrum of applications, from close range detailed survey to long range topographic mapping,” said Johnson.
Stockpile volumes, pit surveys and mapping can be completed faster than ever; even the largest open pits can be modelled in less than a day. The I-Site 8800 will outperform any other method for regular updates of production volumes and material reconciliation.
Adding to its outstanding accuracy and range, the I-Site 8800 is designed to match a surveyor’s workflow. Automatic tilt compensator, motorised alignment telescope, long-life integrated battery and powerful, touchscreen HHC and acquisition interface are just some features ensuring accuracy, reliability and ease of use.
An integrated 70 megapixel panoramic digital camera provides colour texture data which can be automatically applied to scan surfaces. Accurate geotechnical and geological mapping results can be safely achieved working directly from the 3D textures.
“This versatility will see the I-Site 8800 system in great demand for mining, quarrying and civil earthworks,” said Johnson.
The scanner comes complete with Maptek I-Site Studio software, the leading point cloud processing, modelling and analysis software. The latest version contains new features to make scanning projects more efficient.
Maptek is producing the I-Site 8800 laser scanners at its purpose-built facility in Adelaide, South Australia. They are sold through Maptek's global office network, which also provides dedicated technical support.

For more information contact tel: +61 (0)8 8338 9222 or email: jane.ball@maptek.com