Woolpert Partners with Red Edge Resources to Deliver Stonex Survey Equipment Solutions
Leading Geospatial Firm Selects Red Edge as Trusted Stonex Equipment Provider
In a strategic partnership that combines global geospatial expertise with Australian equipment supply excellence, Woolpert, one of the world’s leading architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) firms, has selected Red Edge Resources as their trusted provider of Stonex survey equipment for Australian operations. This collaboration brings together Woolpert’s renowned surveying and mapping capabilities with Red Edge’s expertise in precision positioning technology and comprehensive support services.
Red Edge Resources is proud to support Woolpert’s Australian projects by providing cutting-edge Stonex GNSS receivers, total stations, and surveying solutions that enable the precision and reliability Woolpert’s clients expect.
About Woolpert: Global Geospatial Excellence
Industry Leadership
Woolpert is an internationally recognised architecture, engineering, and geospatial firm with over 100 years of experience delivering innovative solutions across diverse industries. With offices throughout North America and strategic partnerships worldwide, Woolpert provides comprehensive services including:
Geospatial Services: Advanced surveying, mapping, LiDAR acquisition, photogrammetry, and spatial data analytics supporting infrastructure, natural resources, and government projects.
Architecture and Engineering: Integrated design and engineering services for transportation, water resources, facilities, and urban development.
Strategic Consulting: Data-driven insights and strategic planning supporting client decision-making and project success.
Technology Innovation: Pioneering adoption of emerging technologies including autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, and advanced sensors.
Australian Operations
Woolpert’s Australian operations deliver world-class geospatial services to mining, infrastructure, government, and private sector clients across the continent. Projects range from large-scale topographic mapping and corridor surveys to precision engineering surveys and spatial data management.
The demanding nature of Australian projects—vast distances, remote locations, harsh environmental conditions, and stringent accuracy requirements—necessitates survey equipment that delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and support.
Why Woolpert Chose Red Edge Resources
Stonex Equipment Expertise
Red Edge Resources brings comprehensive knowledge of Stonex survey equipment to the partnership:
Product Knowledge: Deep understanding of Stonex GNSS receivers, total stations, and surveying solutions, enabling expert equipment selection and configuration for specific project requirements.
Technical Capability: Experienced team capable of equipment setup, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimisation ensuring maximum performance.
Application Experience: Practical knowledge of survey equipment applications across mining, construction, infrastructure, and engineering projects.
Training Delivery: Comprehensive training programs ensuring Woolpert personnel maximise equipment capabilities and productivity.
Comprehensive Support Services
Red Edge Resources provides the support infrastructure essential for demanding professional survey operations:
Rapid Response: 2-hour response time for technical support and emergency service calls ensures minimal project disruption.
Technical Expertise: Qualified technicians with extensive Stonex equipment experience provide expert troubleshooting and problem resolution.
Equipment Maintenance: Professional maintenance and calibration services maintaining equipment accuracy and reliability.
Repair Services: In-house technical repair facility in Brisbane providing fast turnaround for equipment repairs and servicing.
Spare Equipment: Access to backup equipment ensuring project continuity if primary equipment requires servicing.
Australian Market Understanding
Red Edge Resources’ deep understanding of Australian surveying environments and requirements made them the ideal partner:
Local Knowledge: Understanding of Australian survey standards, coordinate systems, and regulatory requirements.
Environmental Experience: Knowledge of equipment performance in Australian conditions including extreme heat, dust, and remote operations.
Logistics Capability: Efficient equipment delivery and support across Australia’s vast geography.
Industry Connections: Established relationships with Australian mining, construction, and infrastructure sectors.
Stonex Survey Equipment: Technology Enabling Precision
Stonex GNSS Receivers
Stonex manufactures advanced GNSS receivers delivering centimetre-level positioning accuracy:
Multi-Constellation Support: Simultaneous tracking of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and QZSS satellite constellations ensuring maximum satellite availability and positioning reliability.
RTK Capability: Real-time kinematic positioning delivering centimetre accuracy in real-time for efficient field operations.
Network RTK: Compatibility with CORS networks and commercial RTK services providing wide-area corrections.
Post-Processing: High-precision post-processing capabilities for applications requiring maximum accuracy.
Rugged Construction: Industrial-grade construction withstanding harsh field conditions including dust, moisture, temperature extremes, and physical impacts.
Long Battery Life: Extended battery operation supporting full-day field operations without recharging.
Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity enabling flexible data communication and controller options.
Stonex Total Stations
Stonex total stations combine precision angle and distance measurement with modern technology:
High Accuracy: Angular accuracy to 1″ and distance accuracy to ±(1mm + 1ppm) supporting demanding engineering applications.
Reflectorless Measurement: EDM technology enabling measurements to 800+ metres without prisms, improving efficiency and safety.
Automated Targeting: Robotic models with automatic target recognition and tracking enabling single-operator efficiency.
Onboard Software: Integrated survey software supporting common surveying tasks without external controllers.
Data Management: Efficient data storage and transfer supporting seamless integration with office processing software.
Durability: Rugged construction meeting IP66 environmental protection standards.
Stonex Rovers and Controllers
Stonex survey rovers integrate GNSS receivers with ergonomic design and powerful controllers:
Integrated Design: Compact, lightweight design combining GNSS receiver, controller, and communications in ergonomic packages.
Cube-a Software: Powerful field software supporting surveying, staking, GIS data collection, and construction layout.
Android Platform: Modern Android operating system providing familiar interface and extensive app compatibility.
Touchscreen Interface: Large, sunlight-readable touchscreen enabling efficient field operation.
Connectivity Options: Multiple communication options including cellular, radio, and Wi-Fi supporting diverse project requirements.
All-Day Operation: Battery life supporting full-day field operations with hot-swappable battery options.
Applications: Woolpert Projects Supported by Red Edge
Infrastructure Corridor Surveys
Woolpert conducts extensive corridor surveys for road, rail, pipeline, and transmission line projects:
Equipment Requirements: High-accuracy GNSS rovers for rapid topographic data collection along extended corridors, often in remote locations with challenging satellite visibility.
Red Edge Support: Provision of Stonex S900T GNSS receivers with tilt compensation enabling efficient single-operator data collection without levelling requirements, dramatically improving productivity on linear projects.
Technical Assistance: Configuration support for optimal performance in varying terrain and vegetation conditions, ensuring consistent accuracy throughout corridor lengths.
Mining Surveying
Woolpert provides surveying services to Australian mining operations requiring precision positioning:
Pit Surveys: Regular pit surveys tracking excavation progress, volumes, and compliance with mine plans.
Infrastructure Layout: Precise layout of haul roads, infrastructure, and facilities requiring centimetre-level accuracy.
Monitoring: Deformation monitoring of pit walls, tailings dams, and critical infrastructure.
Equipment Needs: Rugged, reliable equipment capable of operating in dusty, harsh mining environments with minimal maintenance requirements.
Red Edge Solution: Stonex equipment proven in Australian mining conditions, backed by rapid support response ensuring minimal survey downtime.
Engineering Surveys
Precision engineering surveys for construction and development projects:
Control Networks: Establishment of survey control networks providing project reference frameworks.
As-Built Surveys: Documentation of completed construction for verification and record purposes.
Setting Out: Precise layout of structures, foundations, and infrastructure elements.
Monitoring: Structural and settlement monitoring requiring sub-centimetre accuracy.
Equipment Requirements: Total stations and GNSS equipment delivering survey-grade accuracy with reliable performance.
Red Edge Support: Equipment calibration, verification, and technical support ensuring measurement integrity.
Topographic Mapping
Large-scale topographic mapping projects for planning, design, and resource management:
Rapid Data Collection: Efficient collection of topographic data across extensive areas.
Feature Coding: Detailed feature identification and attribution supporting comprehensive mapping.
Integration with LiDAR: Ground control and verification for airborne LiDAR surveys.
Equipment Needs: High-productivity GNSS rovers with efficient field software and reliable positioning.
Red Edge Contribution: Training on efficient data collection workflows and Cube-a software optimisation.
Cadastral Surveys
Boundary surveys and land title work requiring regulatory compliance:
Accuracy Requirements: Surveys meeting stringent accuracy standards for legal boundary definition.
Documentation: Comprehensive field documentation supporting plan preparation and lodgement.
Equipment Reliability: Dependable equipment ensuring survey integrity and professional liability protection.
Red Edge Support: Equipment verification and calibration documentation supporting professional compliance requirements.
The Red Edge Advantage: Supporting Professional Survey Operations
Equipment Selection and Configuration
Red Edge Resources ensures Woolpert has optimal equipment for each project:
Needs Assessment: Understanding project requirements including accuracy, productivity, environmental conditions, and workflow integration.
Equipment Recommendation: Expert advice on equipment selection matching project needs with appropriate Stonex solutions.
Configuration: Pre-delivery configuration including coordinate system setup, RTK network configuration, and software customisation.
Testing and Verification: Comprehensive testing ensuring equipment meets specifications and project requirements before deployment.
Training and Knowledge Transfer
Comprehensive training ensures Woolpert personnel maximise equipment capabilities:
Equipment Operation: Detailed training on Stonex GNSS receivers, total stations, and controllers.
Software Training: In-depth instruction on Cube-a field software, including surveying, staking, and data management functions.
Workflow Optimisation: Guidance on efficient field workflows maximising productivity and data quality.
Troubleshooting: Training on common issues and field troubleshooting enabling self-sufficiency.
Advanced Features: Instruction on advanced capabilities including RTK network setup, coordinate transformations, and quality control procedures.
Ongoing Technical Support
Red Edge Resources provides the technical support infrastructure professional survey operations require:
Remote Support: Phone and email technical support for field questions and troubleshooting.
On-Site Assistance: When required, on-site technical support for complex issues or project-critical situations.
Software Updates: Regular software updates providing new features, improvements, and bug fixes.
Firmware Updates: Equipment firmware updates ensuring optimal performance and compatibility.
Technical Documentation: Access to comprehensive technical documentation, user guides, and application notes.
Equipment Maintenance and Calibration
Professional maintenance services maintain equipment accuracy and reliability:
Scheduled Maintenance: Regular maintenance services including cleaning, inspection, and preventive servicing.
Calibration Services: Professional calibration ensuring equipment maintains specified accuracy throughout its operational life.
Calibration Documentation: Comprehensive calibration certificates supporting quality management and professional compliance requirements.
Repair Services: Expert repair services for equipment damage or component failures, with fast turnaround minimising project impact.
Loaner Equipment: Access to backup equipment during repairs or servicing ensuring project continuity.
Parts and Accessories
Comprehensive parts and accessories support:
Genuine Parts: Access to genuine Stonex replacement parts and components.
Accessories: Full range of accessories including batteries, chargers, poles, tribrachs, targets, and cases.
Consumables: Survey consumables including nails, flagging, paint, and field supplies.
Rapid Delivery: Efficient parts delivery across Australia minimising equipment downtime.
Technology Integration: Stonex Equipment in Woolpert Workflows
Field-to-Office Data Flow
Stonex equipment integrates seamlessly with Woolpert’s data processing workflows:
Data Collection: Efficient field data collection using Cube-a software with comprehensive feature coding and attribute capture.
Data Export: Multiple export formats including industry-standard formats compatible with CAD, GIS, and processing software.
Cloud Integration: Cloud-based data transfer enabling real-time data access by office personnel for processing and quality control.
Quality Control: Field quality control tools ensuring data meets specifications before leaving the site.
Processing Integration: Seamless integration with office processing software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and survey processing packages.
RTK Network Integration
Stonex equipment connects efficiently with RTK correction services:
CORS Networks: Compatibility with Australian CORS networks including AUSPOS and state-based networks.
Commercial Services: Integration with commercial RTK services providing wide-area corrections.
Base Station Operation: Capability to operate as RTK base stations for projects requiring local reference stations.
NTRIP Support: Standard NTRIP protocol support ensuring compatibility with diverse correction sources.
Coordinate System Management
Flexible coordinate system support for diverse project requirements:
Australian Systems: Pre-configured support for MGA2020, MGA94, and state-based coordinate systems.
Local Grids: Support for project-specific local grid systems and transformations.
Vertical Datums: Integration with AHD and project-specific vertical datums.
Transformations: Flexible coordinate transformation capabilities supporting multi-system projects.
The Partnership Advantage: Benefits for Woolpert
Operational Efficiency
The Red Edge partnership delivers operational benefits:
Reduced Downtime: Rapid technical support and equipment backup minimise survey downtime and project delays.
Improved Productivity: Well-configured, properly maintained equipment operates at peak efficiency.
Simplified Logistics: Single-source equipment supply simplifies procurement, training, and support.
Standardisation: Fleet standardisation on Stonex equipment reduces training requirements and improves operational flexibility.
Cost Effectiveness
The partnership delivers financial benefits:
Competitive Pricing: Access to competitive equipment pricing through Red Edge’s Stonex partnership.
Reduced Support Costs: Comprehensive support included with equipment supply reduces external support expenses.
Extended Equipment Life: Professional maintenance and calibration extends equipment operational life.
Minimised Downtime Costs: Rapid support response and equipment backup minimise costly project delays.
Risk Mitigation
The partnership reduces operational and professional risks:
Equipment Reliability: Professional maintenance and support ensure equipment reliability for critical projects.
Accuracy Assurance: Regular calibration and verification ensure measurement integrity supporting professional liability protection.
Backup Resources: Access to backup equipment and rapid repair services mitigate equipment failure risks.
Technical Expertise: Red Edge technical expertise provides confidence in equipment performance and application.
Focus on Core Business
The partnership enables Woolpert to focus on core geospatial services:
Outsourced Equipment Management: Red Edge handles equipment supply, configuration, maintenance, and support, freeing Woolpert resources for client service.
Technical Confidence: Access to equipment expertise without maintaining in-house specialist knowledge.
Scalability: Ability to scale equipment resources up or down based on project demands without capital investment.
Future Collaboration: Advancing Together
Technology Evolution
The partnership positions both organisations to leverage emerging technologies:
New Products: Early access to new Stonex products and technologies as they become available.
Beta Testing: Opportunities to evaluate and provide feedback on emerging technologies.
Application Development: Collaboration on application-specific solutions and workflows.
Innovation: Joint exploration of technology applications addressing evolving client needs.
Market Development
Collaborative market development opportunities:
Joint Marketing: Cooperative marketing highlighting the partnership’s capabilities and benefits.
Case Studies: Development of case studies showcasing successful project outcomes.
Industry Engagement: Joint participation in industry events, conferences, and professional organisations.
Thought Leadership: Collaborative content development sharing expertise and insights with the broader industry.
Continuous Improvement
Ongoing partnership refinement:
Performance Review: Regular review of partnership performance and improvement opportunities.
Feedback Integration: Incorporation of Woolpert feedback into Red Edge service delivery.
Training Evolution: Continuous enhancement of training programs based on operational experience.
Support Optimisation: Ongoing refinement of support processes ensuring maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
Conclusion: A Partnership Built on Excellence
The collaboration between Woolpert and Red Edge Resources exemplifies how strategic partnerships create value exceeding what either organisation could achieve independently. By combining Woolpert’s global geospatial expertise with Red Edge’s Australian market knowledge and Stonex equipment specialisation, the partnership delivers superior outcomes for clients across mining, infrastructure, and development sectors.
Red Edge Resources is honoured to support Woolpert’s Australian operations and committed to providing the equipment, expertise, and support that enable Woolpert to deliver the precision, reliability, and innovation their clients expect.
For organisations seeking survey equipment solutions backed by expertise, support, and partnership, Red Edge Resources delivers the comprehensive capabilities that professional operations require.
Contact Red Edge Resources:
- Phone: 1300 769 359
- Website: www.rededgeresources.com.au