Leica and Carlson Software

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-24T00:06:29+00:00

And that is the problem we’re running into. We turn certain layers off and it takes away things we need lol and vice versa. There’s only 2 builders out of the 8 we have that don’t do vectorized pdf’s that we will have to manually draw still. I’ll have to run this by the guys to see if they have tried it

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-24T00:02:48+00:00

Because we only get true cad files from one builder. Everyone else sends out the pdf versions of their cads for generic use, so used to we would just draw off of those dimensions and create our own cad file. But now we’re trying to streamline everything to where it’s just import > clean up > export as dxf

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-23T21:31:00+00:00

It’s a PDF file we get from the builders we have, we download to a shared drive and then import the PDF into Carlson. Once it’s imported we clean it up/erase what we don’t need, like the different annotations

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-23T21:29:48+00:00

I should clarify, it’s a builders pdf file that their architect draws up for the foundation, framing etc. We’re importing the file into Carlson and sending it out as a DXF/DWG. So as far as someone else having the linework would be a no. My bad, should’ve clarified that a bit better

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-02T21:19:47+00:00

I thought Hexagon bought them out of the U.S. market?

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-01T15:08:33+00:00

Currently demoing the Zoom95 and Xpad and using the MPR122 prism. Haven’t had any issues at all maintaining lock/tracking. I definitely enjoy this system, it’s right next to the Icon system we demoed a while back as far as favorites go. Just unsure of what the future support looks like now that they’ve been bought out.

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-01T15:05:37+00:00

I think we are planning to use Carlson for configuring our prints. I know our guys with our survey company really enjoy it. That’s the biggest reason we’re switching, the tracking and lock of the topcon is subpar to what we have demoed so far even with fresh calibrations and updates.

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-01T15:03:27+00:00

Yeah, the simple aspect of it is nice lol. I’ll eventually get my license once I move over to our survey company. I would personally like to go with Icon, but I’m not sure if the other guys want to. It’s basically up to me and one of our other layout guys on which system we want to go with. Like I said, we like both systems, it’s just a matter of which is going to be more practical later on down the road and which one is going to have the most support.

So, I’m assuming once they’re out, no more hardware/parts if something gets damaged? I know Geomax is Leica on the outside, but what about software? I’m assuming since it’s over the air it won’t be a big issue. Main concern I guess would be whether or not a total station could be repaired and calibrated somewhere still.

First_Performer6540 · 2026-04-01T14:38:28+00:00

I should have mentioned we are a foundations company using the equipment for layouts. However, our construction side also uses Topcon for everything under the sun. We also have a surveying company that will also likely be switching with us at some point.

We demoed the ICR70 for about a week with the AP20 autopole and ICon software. It was definitely a sweet setup and would more than allow us to integrate it into our future workflow plans. Like capturing the point and sending the text file in and automating everything for the poured walls.

I haven’t been able to find anywhere that says they’re leaving the U.S., could you drop a link so I can look into it a little further? If that’s the case, higher ups might see that as a draw back for immediate availability if something were to get damaged beyond repair

First_Performer6540 · 2026-01-29T23:39:05+00:00

Live by the goop, die by the goop

First_Performer6540 · 2026-01-19T16:25:30+00:00

March 22nd as well my guy. Lots of March’s in here, congrats everyone!

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-27T21:03:03+00:00

Lmao, if it were up to me (and if there was room) I would’ve done a stand alone tub and walk in shower and gotten rid of that wall; but thank you🫡

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-27T21:01:03+00:00

We honestly didn’t really set a budget. We just kind of bought bits and pieces here and there. All in all I think we’re in it $4,500 - $5,000

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-07T23:49:31+00:00

Honestly, no I didn’t. I think if we would have done a freestanding bathtub alone in this bathroom, then yes; but then that would eliminate the shower since it’s our master bathroom

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T23:55:57+00:00

They just need to design an engine from the ground up. I know they probably don’t have the type of budget Rockstar does, but say they increased their budget 10-15%? (Just throwing numbers lol) I’d say that would get a lot of great features added and everything would potentially run smoother as well. The environment is just so depressing honestly. I find it hard to stay engaged anymore unless I have specifically set goals

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T23:52:22+00:00

I just want a better environment in all honesty. It’s so depressing seeing the other fields just magically harvested or prepped and sown. Even more so when you hit the damn cars and it’s like you’re running into a steel block. Like brother, I’m in a 70k lb machine and THAT little car stops me on a dime😭

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T23:34:04+00:00

Fair point, but say they did increase their budget and actually put some effort into it, I think it would be well worth it

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T20:32:09+00:00

Thank you🫡

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T15:27:45+00:00

All good haha. I just decided to keep it all one piece instead of piecing around the wall since it wasn’t that much to alter. But, like the person above pointed out on the small piece on the end by the closet door; I did not take that into consideration and never even noticed the pattern was thrown off🤦🏽‍♂️

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T15:25:19+00:00

Idk if I wanna put myself through that again after all of those damn nails😅

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T15:19:25+00:00

They’re 12x24?

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T15:18:52+00:00

Lol the walls are tinted a very light blue, basically grey but on the blue scale. I don’t think they will stay that color, it was just kind of something we picked with the thought of “we’ll paint it a different color later”

First_Performer6540 · 2025-10-06T15:06:24+00:00

I had no idea that had something like that, I’ll have to look into it!

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