Equipment & Technology

Introduction

Each day, Adam Kasprzak Surveying Ltd. relies on the reliable operation of sophisticated equipment and software to conduct cadastral surveys with precision, efficiency and repeatability. To provide an inside look, below is an overview of the core tools we use, and how they benefit our clients. We are proud to rely on a mix of tried and true equipment and the latest in spatial technologies.

Field Instruments & Tools

Robotic Total Station

We use robotic total stations to measure angles and distances with high accuracy. These instruments allow automatic tracking of a prism, making single-operator setups feasible. This reduces manpower requirements and improves efficiency.

Leica TS12P pictured, acquired in 2019. Learn more Here.

GNSS / RTK Receivers

Our GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) receivers support multiple satellite constellations, multiple frequencies, and intelligent operation in real time using RTK (Real Time Kinematic) corrections. GNSS receivers are often the workhorse that measure centimeter-level coordinates across large or remote sites.

Sokkia GRX3 pictured, acquired in 2020. Learn more Here.

Digital Levels

Digital levels are used for elevation measurements and leveling tasks. They interpret coded staff readings (e.g. barcode staffs) to reduce human error and streamline calculations in the field.

Leica Sprinter Digital Level pictured, acquired in 2019. Learn more Here.

Tripods, Poles & Prisms

Stable support is essential for measurement precision. We use rugged and stable tripods, bipods, and range poles. Prisms (reflective targets), tribrachs and other precision hardware are used with total stations and GNSS base/rover setups to capture reliable readings.

Drones & Aerial Survey Platforms

For larger areas or sites with complex geometry, we deploy drones equipped with high-resolution full-frame photographic sensors, and LiDAR sensors. These tools, together with in=house processing software and powerful computation, enable the preparation of digital terrain models, topographic maps, and volume measurements, significantly reducing on-site-time.

Pictured is the DJI M400, acquired in 2025, replacing our previous generation, the M200 and M300. Learn more at https://enterprise.dji.com/matrice-400

LIDAR sensor

LiDAR works by sending out rapid laser pulses and measuring how long it takes for each pulse to bounce back from a surface — the time gives distance, and combining millions of these measurements creates a precise 3D map of the environment.

The DJI Zenmuse L2 is a compact aerial LiDAR payload that combines a laser scanner, a high-precision IMU, and a 20 MP RGB camera to capture detailed 3D point clouds and imagery with centimetre-level accuracy.

Learn more at https://enterprise.dji.com/zenmuse-l2

Metal Detector

The Schonstedt GA-52Cx (used by our firm for over 25 years) is a magnetic locator that detects disturbances in the Earth’s magnetic field caused by ferrous (iron/steel) objects, using sensitive magnetic sensors; when you move it over underground metal, it senses the local magnetic gradient and converts that into an audible and/or visual signal. Used as the fundamental instrument for exposing the locations of buried survey monuments.

Learn more at https://www.schonstedt.com/products/ga-52cx/

Rock Drill

Gasoline-powered rotary hammer drills that uses a piston and crank mechanism plus a hammering action to deliver high impact energy, drill or chisel through concrete, masonry or rock. We use these (and the modern lithium powered SDS drills) to set iron bars (survey monuments) at locations where bedrock, concrete, etc. presents technical challenges.

Pictured is the Ryobi ER-382, which we have several.

Utility Task Vehicle (UTV)

The Kubota RTV1100 is a rugged utility terrain vehicle (UTV) powered by a 3-cylinder diesel engine (~24.8 hp), with hydrostatic (stepless) transmission, 4-wheel drive, and a cargo bed — designed for off-road hauling, towing, and worksite tasks.

Enabling fieldcrew and equipment to access remote backcountry enables us to conduct surveys in an efficient and effective manner.

Acquired in 2020

ARGO Centaur

The ARGO Centaur is a rugged eight-wheel drive amphibious utility vehicle. Its power comes from a liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder turbo-diesel engine (≈ 958 cc, ~34 hp, 58 lb-ft torque in older versions) which drives the wheels via a dual-differential hydrostatic transmission. This vehicle can carry a payload of about 2,000 lb.

The ARGO Centaur is exceptionally capable in winter, using its eight-wheel-drive system, sealed axles, and optional track kits to traverse deep snow, ice, and frozen terrain with ease. Its low ground pressure and enclosed heated cab make it ideal for reaching remote, otherwise inaccessible locations in winter conditions.

Acquired in 2024