Trimble Earthworks Excavator
Trimble’s latest version of Grade Control has been reengineered from the ground up with state-of-the-art software and hardware. Trimble Earthworks allows you to perform bulk earthworks and grading faster and more accurately than ever before.
Trimble Earthworks is available in both 2D and 3D and is compatible with Excavators, Bulldozers, Graders, Compact Graders, Wheeled Loaders and Compaction rollers.
Data files can be easily and wirelessly transferred as standard on Earthworks Machines to and from the office via Works Manager, allowing for real-time productivity updates across all connected Trimble equipment without having to leave the office.
Trimble Earthworks can be retrofitted to nearly any machine, allowing operators of all skill levels to work faster and more productively than ever. Earthworks excavators can also be retrofitted to allow the machine to operate in automatic mode with the addition of a Valve module. Most modern Dozers are now supplied with a CAN connection, allowing for retro fit systems to communicate with the machines valve block, eliminating the need for a retro fit valve block.
Trimble Earthworks is available in single or dual GNSS configurations as well as being laser and UTS (Universal Total Station) ready.
Cab Kit Components
- TD520 10” full colour Android Touchscreen Control Box (Screen)
- MS995 or MS975 GNSS Smart Receiver Antennas x1 or x2 depending on configuration.
- SNRX30 Radio for connection to a base station and/or total station
Wiring Kit Components
- 4 x GS520 IMU sensors
- EC520 Electronic Controller
- Wiring harness (Earthworks specific)
- Window mount for screen
- GNSS Receiver cables
- Tilt sensor CAN cables
- Sensor weld plates
- GPS antenna mounts (posts or boxing ring mounts)
- 4G antenna
- Radio whip antenna
- SNM941 Wifi and 4G Modem
Tilt Rotate Compatibility
Trimble Earthworks is currently compatible with Rototilt, Steelwrist, Engcon
If enabled by the tilt rotator manufacture, the I series will read the attachments rotation sensor information via a CAN connection. If the tilt rotate is not set up to provide tilt information to a third party, an additional Trimble IMU sensor will be required to provide tilt information.
Remote Support
Remote view for operator support is available through Teamviewer. System access for trouble shooting is available through Works Manager.
Sites, data and surfaces are managed through Works Manager which is sold on a license basis with licenses for desktop user and connected machines. Data can be transferred too and from the machine to monitor progress and quality control.
Software Features
- 2D & 3D View of surfaces and layers
- Upload site data from USB
- Upload data remotely through Works Manager
- Vertical and horizontal guidance
- Programable screen views
- Steer to polyline guidance
- Create vertical and horizontal offsets
- Create surfaces and layers from the cab
- Carry out surveys using the machine
- Create surfaces from topo survey data
- Built in horizontal and vertical screen LED’s for easy guidance
Uses
Bulk Earthworks, drainage, footings, pond excavations, grading, deep excavations, dredging
Current Software
Earthworks version v2.20
It is important that the software, firmware and operating system are kept up to date. Failure to do so can affect the systems performance. For more information on updates please contact us.
Available Upgrades
MS975 Smart Antenna – The lighter MS975 offers a cost-effective alternative for contractors who need a highly accurate GNSS receiver at a lower price point. Typically used as a pair when operating 3D Dual GPS.
LR410 Laser Receiver – Used with a 2D laser setup, the LR410 is mounted to an electric mast on the blade of a Dozer. It is connected to the machine hydraulics to control lift to an accuracy of 3-6 millimetres.
VM510 Valve Module (for Automatics upgrade) - Used with the Earthworks Excavator System, the VM510 Valve Module allows for Guidance System and machine integration. The valve module offers additional hydraulic pressure guidance, working with the operator when cutting the final grade.
