Trimble GCS900 Excavator Machine Control System
Now a Legacy product, purchasing components of the GCS series is no longer considered a viable option. We recommend purchasing the latest Earthworks system to future proof your fleet. The GCS series is still supported for service and hire requirements.
Trimble’s GCS 900 Grade Control system is available in both 2D and 3D and is compatible with Excavators, Bulldozers, Graders, Compact Graders, Wheeled Loaders and Compaction rollers.
Trimble GCS/CCS Systems are configurable for Trimble’s Site Connection and Network Connectivity through the SNM940 (3G) and SNM941 (4G) Cell & Wifi Modem. Users can synchronise topo data from the machine and upload models through the cloud. This is available on a yearly subscription. Please contact us for further information.
Cab Kit Components
CB460 Control Box (screen) - Full 7” colour display, audible tones and supports for external LED lightbars
MS995 or MS975 GNSS Smart Receiver Antennas x1 or x2 depending on configuration.
SNR Radio for connection to a base station and/or total station
Wiring Kit Components
- 4 x GS520 IMU sensors
- EC520 Electronic Controller
- Wiring harness (GCS specific)
- Window mount for screen
- GNSS Receiver cables
- Tilt sensor CAN cables
- Sensor weld plates
- GPS antenna mounts (posts or boxing ring mounts)
- 3G/4G antenna
- Radio whip antenna
- SNM940 (3G) SNM941 (4G) Wifi and 4G Modem
Tilt Rotate Compatibility
Trimble GCS900 is curently 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
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 users and connected machines. Data can be transferred too and from the machine to monitor progress and quality control.
Software Features
- 2D view of 3D surfaces and layers – plan, profile, section
- Upload site data from USB (file formats)
- Upload data remotely through Works Manager (file formats)
- Vertical and horizontal guidance
- Programmable 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
Users
Bulk Earthworks, drainage, footings, pond excavations, grading, deep excavations, dredging
Current Software
Current GCS900 version
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.
