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Aptella Helps Leading Surveys Deliver 10x Faster Data Centre Layout with HP SitePrint

Camilo Vargas — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:07:15 +0000

4,300 bolt locations across 9,000m² completed in just 17 hours

Data centre construction demands exceptional accuracy and efficiency. Through its partnership with Aptella and the deployment of HP SitePrint technology, Leading Surveys dramatically improved productivity while delivering richer, real-time construction data to their client.

About Leading Surveys

Founded in 2018 and based in Brisbane, Leading Surveys specialises in measurement and surveying services across construction and infrastructure projects.

Their services include:

Construction and engineering surveys
Boundary and contour surveys
UAV and drone scanning
3D modelling
Machine control

Leading Surveys supports projects across civil, commercial, residential and industrial sectors throughout Australia and Asia.

As the company expanded its services into increasingly complex construction environments such as data centres, the team began working with Aptella, a leading provider of positioning and construction technology solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

Through this partnership, Leading Surveys gained access to advanced automation technologies, implementation support and industry expertise that enabled them to modernise their layout workflows.

The Challenge

Data centre construction environments require extreme accuracy. Even minor slab deviations can create alignment issues during server rack installation, potentially impacting both project programme and operational performance.

On this project, Leading Surveys needed to set out and measure 4,300 bolt locations across a 9,000m² slab.

Using traditional workflows, the process would require multiple crews using total stations to manually mark each bolt location and measure floor elevations at the centre of each base plate.

This approach presented several challenges:

Labour-intensive manual layout
High repetition and potential for human error
Delayed feedback on slab level tolerances
Long delivery times for large layouts

The conventional workflow was estimated to require approximately 167 labour hours.

Leading Surveys needed a faster and more efficient way to deliver high-density layout data without compromising accuracy.

Aptella’s Solution

Working with Leading Surveys, Aptella introduced HP SitePrint as a way to automate layout and integrate floor level measurement into a single streamlined workflow.

HP SitePrint uses robotic technology controlled by a total station to print layout points directly onto the slab while simultaneously collecting elevation data.

Through Aptella’s guidance and support, Leading Surveys were able to integrate the system into their existing surveying workflows with minimal disruption.

Aptella provided:

Technology implementation support
Workflow integration guidance
Training and technical expertise
Ongoing service and industry insight

This allowed Leading Surveys to maintain the precision of traditional total station workflows while significantly improving productivity.

The result was a single integrated process capable of printing layout points and capturing elevation data simultaneously.

“I was giving the client floor level feedback as we were actually printing. They had sections where the slab was significantly out of tolerance, and I could confirm it right away while we were still on site.”

Clancy Seiler

Director, Leading Surveys

Delivering the Data Centre Layout

Using HP SitePrint deployed through Aptella, Leading Surveys completed the full layout and measurement scope in just 17 hours.

The system achieved a productivity rate of approximately 252 points per hour, representing a tenfold improvement over the traditional workflow.

Beyond speed, the automated workflow delivered several important advantages.

Layout and elevation data were captured simultaneously, providing immediate visibility into floor deviations while work was still underway.

Previously, crews would manually mark points and store elevation measurements separately. With SitePrint, elevation data was captured at every bolt location, producing four times more measurement data than traditional methods without increasing project duration.

Elevation tags could also be printed directly on the slab, allowing construction teams to quickly identify areas where the slab was outside tolerance.

All data could be exported into formats such as CSV, allowing Leading Surveys to deliver structured reports to their client and improve transparency in the handover process.

The Results

The difference between the traditional workflow and the automated SitePrint workflow was significant.

Traditional Layout Method

Approximately 167 labour hours
Multiple personnel required
Manual marking and measurement
Limited measurement density

Aptella + HP SitePrint Workflow

17 hours total project time
Single operator
Automated point printing
Real-time elevation data capture and printing

The project delivered:

10x productivity improvement
Higher data density
Real-time slab deviation insight
Reduced physical strain on field staff
Improved reporting and transparency

The Aptella Advantage

While HP SitePrint provides the automation platform, successful adoption on live construction projects requires expertise, support and industry understanding.

This is where Aptella plays a critical role.

Aptella works with contractors, surveyors and construction professionals across Australia and New Zealand to implement advanced positioning technologies that improve project performance.

By combining technology with practical field knowledge, Aptella helps organisations:

Increase productivity
Improve accuracy
Reduce project risk
Deliver better data to clients

For Leading Surveys, this partnership enabled the transition from traditional layout to a modern, automated workflow capable of supporting complex construction environments like data centres.

Conclusion

With support from Aptella and the deployment of HP SitePrint, Leading Surveys transformed a traditionally labour-intensive layout task into a streamlined, data-rich process.

What once required 167 hours of manual work was completed in just 17 hours, while delivering significantly more measurement data and immediate insight into slab tolerances.

For high-precision construction environments such as data centres, the combination of Aptella’s expertise and advanced automation technology is helping set a new benchmark for productivity and accuracy.

3D Excavator Trade-up

Camilo Vargas — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 01:22:13 +0000

3D EXCAVATOR TRADE-UP

Save up to $29K + GST! All brands - all models

Available until 30th June 2026 or while stocks last.

Trade in a working 3D excavator system for up to $29K and unlock your machine’s performance with Topcon’s leading 3D-Max solution.

Topcon MC-Max gives you the flexibility to configure your excavator to meet the job at hand. Work in 2D, 3D, guidance only or fully automation modes. With all-new sensors, GNSS receivers, control box and 3D-MC software, MC-Max is the fastest, most responsive system yet.

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The Gateway To Every Machine And Asset On Site

Aptella has tailored the Tokara service to deliver benefits for a wide range of stakeholders
involved in a civil construction project, including:

Project Managers: proactively manage and ensure all machines, sub contractors and survey crews are working to the latest design file.
Machine operators: work efficiently with design updates, support and training available in the cab.
Surveyors: send design files to machines and supported survey devices remotely to ensure everyone’s working to the correct design.
Foremans: easy to read map gives you quick access to all machines and survey assets, site-wide.
Contractors: keep track of all equipment across multiple projects.

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Non-Topcon systems must be in working order and traded in as a complete system with all sensors, cables, serialised parts and other accessories included
Installation and (where applicable) de-installation costs will be charged separately

How Yamila Fernandez is Leading Drone Support at Aptella

Camilo Vargas — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:22 +0000

From Argentina to Australia, A Passion for Making Technology Accessible

Yamila Fernandez wasn’t supposed to stay in Australia. The engineer and surveyor from Argentina had planned a one year working holiday, travelling the country before returning home. Then COVID-19 and a job at Aptella changed everything. What began as an extended stay became a new chapter in her career; one that’s now shaping how drone operators across Australia access critical support when they need it most.

“I was the only woman in some of my classes at university,” Fernandez reflects on her journey into engineering. “It’s something I got used to.” That early experience in male dominated spaces prepared her for an industry where she often finds herself the only woman in a room. But at Aptella, where she serves as the leading Technical Consultant for the Reality Capture team, she’s found her place. “I always feel welcomed as an equal and valued player on the field.” she says.

The Power of Photogrammetry, Now in Everyone’s Hands

Fernandez’s passion for drones stems from a deeper love: photogrammetry, the technique of measuring the world through photographs. “In the past, that was only accessible to the government or big industry because it was really, really expensive,” she explains. “Thanks to drones, now everyone can use it.”

The transformation has been remarkable. Where surveyors once had to walk dangerous terrain under the scorching sun, dodging snakes sheltering beneath pipes in the Queensland heat, they can now capture accurate 3D data from the safety of the sky. From discovering ancient Mayan towers hidden beneath Mexican vegetation, to planning flights through underground caves between Western and South Australia, drones have dramatically changed how we see and measure our world.

“You can have massive terrain that in the past you had to walk over,” Fernandez says. “Now you go there, fly a drone, come back to the office, and you have a 3D model of what is there with accuracy and with real data.”

When Technology Meets Reality, The Support Challenge

But here’s the reality that Fernandez knows all too well – flying drones is simple and efficient only if you have the right support. “When you fly drones, you’re usually not flying in the city. You often travel far, far away,” she explains. “You might prepare a big project or campaign that costs money, and you might be somewhere quite remote. If suddenly something stalls, it’s not like you can come back tomorrow or next week.”

She recalls a recent support call from a customer in Karratha who couldn’t connect to the RTK network. Without proper support tools, the process was painfully slow; the customer sent photos, waited for texts to arrive, received a response, then sent more photos. In remote mining sites across Darwin, surveyors capturing stockpile data face similar challenges. Weather adds another layer of urgency, with predictions of rain in the morning and afternoon, operators might have just one hour to complete their flights.

“If something happens and you spend more than one hour trying to fix that over the phone or by emails, it’s not convenient,” Fernandez notes. “You sometimes lose your opportunity.”

Enter Tokara

This is where Aptella’s Tokara support for drones changes everything. Unlike traditional phone support where operators describe which button to press, Tokara allows technicians to mirror the customer’s screen in real time.

“When someone calls you and they’re under the blazing sun and something’s not working they can be stressed on site,” Fernandez describes, “maybe it’s a simple click, but the urgency of the situation makes them say, ‘Oh, was that the right click? No, that’s not the click. Or maybe the left?'”

With Tokara and its remote support for drones, all those frustrations simply disappear. Technicians can see exactly what the customer sees. For drones, where direct screen control isn’t possible, the system displays a red dot showing exactly where to tap. The support becomes visual, immediate, and stress free.

“We mirror the screen and we’re able to directly show them how to fix something immediately,” Fernandez explains. “It saves time, money, but most of all, it’s the safety net that you have someone on the phone who knows how to fix your issue and get you back out on the job.”

The Aptella Difference, Expertise When You Need It

What makes Aptella’s support truly distinctive isn’t just the technology, it’s the people behind it. Fernandez and her colleague Patricio Austin, along with the entire Reality Capture team, bring deep technical expertise to every support call. Many are surveyors themselves, understanding not just the equipment but the workflows and project demands their customers face.

“The team in general is highly technical, even when the role is in sales,” Fernandez notes. This means that whether customers reach the first level of support or need complex troubleshooting, they’re speaking with professionals who understand surveying concepts, coordinate systems, and reference datums – the fundamentals that turn drone imagery into accurate, usable survey data.

The drone support also extends beyond troubleshooting. “When I jump on your screen, I can give you tips or training about one specific situation,” Fernandez explains. Remote training through Tokara eliminates the need for costly site visits, extensive paperwork, and the logistical challenges of accessing remote locations or mine sites.

Phone Support Is Always There

While Tokara represents the cutting edge of support technology, Fernandez emphasises that over the phone support will always remain a cornerstone of Aptella’s service offering. “Because our technology is so trustworthy and reliable, sometimes a simple phone call for support is all people need. Many customers are receiving onboarding from me or the sales team, so they already have our numbers,” she says. “They call us, and we call them, and we go through the steps.” For onsite issues, Fernandez often uses text or WhatsApp to check photos and videos. For software problems, screen sharing usually provides a quick resolution.

At Aptella, personal connection is at the very heart of the business. Customers aren’t submitting tickets into a void, they’re speaking directly with specialist technical consultants who know their equipment, understand their projects, and can provide immediate guidance.

A Vision for the Future

Fernandez reflects on her hopes for the industry in a typically straightforward manner: “In the future, I would like every drone we sell to have Tokara.”

It’s not just about competitive advantage, though she notes that “anyone can sell a drone, but only Aptella can sell a drone with Tokara.” It’s about setting a new standard for what customers should expect.

“Everyone should have Tokara because at some moment during your flights, you will need support, and that makes everything easier and less stressful,” she emphasises. “Even when nine flights go perfectly, if number ten goes bad, that will be stressful. You will lose money on site and lose time. Tokara fixes that.”

The stakes are particularly high in drone surveying, where weather windows are narrow and project timelines are tight. One failed flight can derail an entire campaign. One unresolved technical issue can mean the difference between delivering accurate data and coming back empty handed.

Understanding the Customer

For Fernandez, true support goes beyond fixing immediate problems, it’s about understanding each customer’s unique goals and optimising their entire workflow.

“Knowing what the customer wants is the key.” she explains. “Sometimes you have a drone and you can use it for that task, but maybe it’s not the right one. Sometimes it’s overkill, sometimes it’s not enough. Comprehensive consultation before a project begins is paramount.”

This philosophy reflects her role’s unique position, not just sales, not just support, but something in between. She advises customers before they buy on which technology they need, helps with the transition and onboarding, and then offers consulting as a service for one-off projects where customers need expertise but don’t have dedicated drone pilots on staff.

What emerges from Fernandez’s story is a vision of support that transcends traditional vendor relationships. Aptella isn’t selling boxes and walking away, they’re building partnerships.

“One thing I like about Aptella is that after sales, taking care of the customer with support is valued and prioritised.” Fernandez says. “It’s not like we sell you a box and that’s it.”

In an industry where many companies offer the same drones at competitive prices, Fernandez sees Tokara and Aptella’s comprehensive support as the true differentiator. It’s the safety net that lets surveyors, engineers, and construction professionals fly with confidence, knowing that expertise is just a phone call away.

For a female engineer who was once the only woman in her university class, who travelled halfway around the world and found herself building a career in a new country, Fernandez understands what it means to navigate new and challenging terrain. Now, she’s ensuring that drone operators across Australia never have to navigate their challenges alone.

For the ultimate tool in effective site management, try Tokara today

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Capture Reality. Deliver with Confidence

Camilo Vargas — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:29:57 +0000

Capture Reality. Deliver with Confidence.

Because better project decisions start with accurate site information.

An Autodesk + NavVis Reality Capture Event Hosted by Aptella

Speakers

Yamila fernandez

Technical Consultant Reallity Capture - Aptella

Jason carpenter

Manager - Emerging Technology - Autodesk

Brian Hinds

Autodesk Construction Solutions

Patrick Hughes

Technical Consultant Reality Capture - Aptella

Why Attend

Today’s projects move faster than ever, yet design and construction teams are still forced to make decisions based on incomplete or outdated site information.

By combining NavVis mobile scanning technology with Autodesk design and construction workflows, project teams can bring the real world directly into BIM environments, improving accuracy, reducing rework, and enabling better decisions from design through construction.

Join Aptella, NavVis, and Autodesk as we walk through a real project journey, from site capture to BIM coordination and construction collaboration.

Perth

Tuesday 14th April
12:00 – 3:00pm
Duxton Hotel
Perth

Melbourne

Thursday 16th April
4:00 – 7:00pm
Essendonians Function and Conference Space

Sydney

Friday 17th April
4:00 – 7:00pm
Rydges
Sydney Central

Brisbane

Tuesday 21st April
12:00 – 3:00pm
Victoria Park
Brisbane

Auckland

Thursday 23rd April
4:00 – 7:00pm
TBC

Enjoy a catered 2-hour session followed by 1-hour networking drinks with industry peers and experts from Aptella, NavVis, and Autodesk.”

What You’ll Discover

During this session you will see practical, real-world workflows including:

Reality capture to BIM – How NavVis scan data flows into Autodesk ReCap and Revit for modeling and design
Connected project data – Using Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) with NavVis reality data to improve collaboration and decision-making
Compare design models with real-world conditions to validate progress and detect issues earlier
Fast and efficient capture – Experience how NavVis mobile scanning and automated processing dramatically reduce field and processing time

Who Should Attend

This event is designed for professionals involved in the design, construction, and management of the built environment.

Architects

Learn how reality capture can provide accurate site conditions for design, renovations, and BIM modeling.

Engineers

Discover practical techniques for importing and working with point cloud data inside Autodesk design environments.

Construction & Project Teams

See how reality capture supports progress verification, coordination, and quality control using Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Surveyors & Reality Capture Professionals

Explore fast mobile scanning workflows and automated processing that can dramatically accelerate project delivery.

Digital Engineering / BIM Managers

Understand how integrating NavVis with Autodesk tools can streamline Scan-to-BIM, coordination, and digital delivery workflows.

You’ll Experience

Live demonstrations of NavVis reality capture technology

End-to-end workflows from scan to BIM to construction verification

Practical examples from real AEC projects

Opportunities to speak directly with NavVis, Autodesk, and Aptella experts

Join us to see how reality capture and Autodesk workflows are transforming the way projects are designed, coordinated, and delivered.

Privacy Notice

By registering for this event, you consent to Aptella and Autodesk collecting and using your name, company, and phone number for the purposes of event administration, communications related to this event, and follow-up information about relevant products, services, and solutions. Your personal information will be handled in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). It will not be shared with third parties outside Aptella and Autodesk without your consent, except where required or permitted by law. You may request access to, or correction of, your personal information at any time, or opt out of future communications, by contacting Aptella or Autodesk directly. For more information, please refer to Aptella’s and Autodesk’s respective privacy policies.

Aptella offers complimentary high-accuracy positioning services for bushfire and flood recovery volunteers

Camilo Vargas — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:34:30 +0000

Aptella announces it will provide free access to its AllDayRTK high-accuracy positioning services for volunteers and organisations involved in bushfire and flood recovery efforts across Australia.

In times of natural disasters, reliable positioning is critical for coordinating recovery operations, assessing damage, and restoring essential infrastructure. However, extreme weather events often disrupt permanent GNSS base stations due to power outages and loss of internet connectivity.

To address this challenge, AllDayRTK has developed an innovative Synthetic Base Station system, enabling high-accuracy positioning even when permanent bases are offline. This technology creates a virtual reference station network that ensures continuity of service in disaster-affected regions, supporting emergency response teams and volunteers where traditional infrastructure cannot.

Key Benefits:

Free access for registered volunteers and recovery organisations.
High-accuracy GNSS positioning for mapping, surveying, and logistics.
Synthetic Base Station technology ensures service continuity without reliance on damaged or offline permanent bases.

“Aptella is always willing to do what we can to support volunteer services with high-accuracy positioning that assist with recovery after natural disasters and extreme weather events,” said Greg Macklin, CEO at Aptella. “Our commitment is to ensure that those on the front lines have the tools they need to rebuild communities quickly and safely.” – Greg Macklin, CEO of Aptella..

Topcon Version 10 Webinar

Camilo Vargas — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:53:53 +0000

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Solution Ready Through Insight, Collaboration, and Global Partnerships: How Aptella Helps Customers Access What Matters Most

Sarah Tait — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:46:46 +0000

The Challenge Others Won’t Touch: How Aptella Delivers the Impossible

When an Australian operation needed ATEX certified 3D scanning technology, the only type legally permitted in explosive atmospheres, most suppliers said, “not available in Australia.” We said, “when do you need it?”

Aptella supports a wide range of industries including civil and building construction, mining, quarrying, solar energy, and geospatial surveying.

In the world of industrial technology, there’s a vast difference between what’s available globally and what’s accessible in Australia. In September, that difference became crystal clear when an industrial operation needed ATEX certified 3D scanning capability, the only technology legally permitted to operate safely in explosive atmospheres, while maintaining survey grade precision.

This type of specialised requirement is exactly where Aptella’s distributor relationships prove their value.

We saw an opportunity to demonstrate what makes Aptella different.

How Strong Distributorships Work

Rather than accepting limitations, our established distributor relationship with Z+F enabled us to supply the Z+F IMAGER® 5006EX – an ATEX certified explosion proof 3D laser scanner with a proven track record globally – to Australian operations that need it most.

Mining Mart, an Engineering and Procurement Consultancy servicing hazardous environment industries, identified this established technology as the solution Australia’s refineries, processing plants, fuel storage facilities, and mining operations needed. Instead of attempting to handle the supply chain themselves, they came directly to Aptella.

“When Mining Mart identified the Z+F IMAGER® 5006EX as the solution Australia’s hazardous environment industries needed, we came to Aptella because of their established distributor relationships,” explains Venkat Sreenivasa Rao Gajjalakonda, the Founder of Mining Mart. “The Z+F IMAGER® 5006EX allows operations to gather critical data in environments where safety has always meant compromising on precision.”

This demonstrates exactly how Aptella’s strong distributor relationships work. When specialist consultancies identify technology needs, they turn to us because they know we have the established partnerships and supply chain expertise to deliver solutions that others can’t access.

What made this supply possible wasn’t just product availability – it was our established distributor relationships. When Mining Mart saw the potential for this proven technology in Australia, they approached Aptella because they recognised something crucial: strong distributorships create opportunities that traditional supply chains simply can’t match.

Why ATEX Certification Changes Everything

The Z+F IMAGER® 5006EX isn’t just explosion proof – it’s ATEX certified, making Mining Mart the first company in Australia to operate this technology.

This certification matters because traditional 3D scanners pose serious ignition risks in explosive environments. Refineries, processing plants, fuel storage facilities, and underground mining operations all contain explosive gases, vapours, or dust that can be ignited by non-certified equipment.

ATEX certification – which stands for “Atmosphères Explosibles” – is the European standard that ensures equipment can operate safely in potentially explosive atmospheres. It’s not just a safety recommendation; in many hazardous environments, it’s a legal requirement. Non-certified equipment simply cannot be used in these zones, regardless of how advanced the technology might be.

“Traditional 3D scanners are not certified for explosive environments and pose serious ignition risks,” explains Mr Gajjalakonda. “With the Z+F 5006EX, we can safely capture high resolution 3D data in explosive gas, vapour, and dust zones, ensuring compliance with strict safety standards, accurate and efficient field verification, and safer ways of working for every project.”

This is the critical differentiator that Aptella’s distributor relationship has now made accessible to Australian industry.

“The beauty of working with Aptella isn’t just their ability to source specialised technology,” continues Mr Gajjalakonda. “It’s that they bring genuine partnership thinking to every supply challenge. When we saw the potential for this technology in Australia, we knew Aptella had both the market understanding and client relationships to make it succeed.”

The successful handover in September marked a significant milestone for Aptella – representing the highest value specialised technology transaction to date for the company. Francois Alberts, Business Development Manager – Reality Capture at Aptella, personally delivered the equipment to Mining Mart. Mr Gajjalakonda’s 600km journey from the Kalgoorlie Goldfields to personally collect the equipment demonstrates the level of commitment this technology inspires. “I can’t wait to see this unit put through its paces in Australia,” he said during the handover.

Proven Technology, Now Accessible

The Z+F IMAGER® 5006EX has a well-established track record internationally. With its ability to capture over 508,000 pixels per second while maintaining millimetre accuracy in explosive environments, it’s been solving challenges globally that have long required compromise between safety and precision.

What sets this scanner apart for Australian operations isn’t novelty – it’s the ATEX certification that makes this proven performance legally and safely available in Australia’s most hazardous environments.

“What excites me most about this supply isn’t the technology itself, though it’s fantastic.” says Geoffrey Preece, Business Team Manager – Reality Capture at Aptella. “It’s what it represents about our approach. We were able to make it happen through our established distributor relationships.”

This supply showcases Aptella’s core strength – our ability to navigate the gap between what clients need and what the market readily offers, backed by established distributorships that turn possibilities into realities.

The Ripple Effect

While Aptella is delivering one unit to Kalgoorlie, the implications reach far beyond a single installation. Our distributor relationships now open doors across Australia’s most demanding industrial sectors – from refineries and chemical processing facilities to fuel storage operations, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and mining operations.

“We’re not just solving one client’s problem,” notes Geoffrey Preece. “We’re demonstrating a capability that’s now available to the entire Australian market. Every hazardous environment operation now has access to this certified technology, supported by specialist teams who understand their unique challenges.”

Based on ground level experience and client feedback, the scope for engaging this scanner is particularly significant across refineries, processing plants, and fuel storage facilities – sectors where ATEX certification isn’t optional, it’s essential.

Why This Matters

In an era where safety regulations grow more stringent and operational precision becomes increasingly critical, having access to ATEX certified solutions isn’t a luxury, it’s a competitive necessity.

“The beauty of this relationship is that it combines Mining Mart’s technical expertise with Aptella’s distributor network and client focused approach,” adds Mr Gajjalakonda. “Together, we’re not just supplying equipment – we’re enabling safer, more efficient operations with ongoing specialist support.”

Aptella’s clients don’t just buy products. They buy peace of mind knowing that when they face their most complex challenges, we have both the network and determination to find solutions, and the dedicated teams to ensure their success.

What’s Next?

This relationship with Mining Mart exemplifies our evolving role in the Australian technology landscape. As Geoffrey Preece notes, “we’re not just bridging the gap between global innovations and local needs. We’re leveraging our distributor networks where technology specialists and end users work together to drive business growth.”

“Every distributor relationship we build opens new possibilities for our clients,” notes Preece. “When brands trust us with their technologies, and specialists invest their expertise, our clients get more than equipment. They get entire ecosystems designed for their success.”

As Aptella continues expanding their supplier relationships and technical expertise, they cement themselves as Australia’s go-to source for technologies that others consider too niche, too complex, or too challenging. This is backed by dedicated and experienced technical teams who become invested in their clients’ business growth.

Because in Aptella’s experience, today’s “impossible” is tomorrow’s industry standard.

At Aptella, we understand that not every project fits into a standard product catalogue. If you’re searching for specialised technology, niche solutions for complex environments, our team is here to help. We work closely with trusted partners like Z+F to source and deliver the right tools for the job, even if it’s not something we regularly stock. If you haven’t found exactly what you need, reach out to our team, we’re always ready to explore custom solutions that meet your unique requirements.

About the Z+F IMAGER® 5006EX: Explosion-Proof 3D Laser Scanner

The Z+F IMAGER® 5006EX is the world’s first ATEX-certified 3D laser scanner designed for safe and precise surveying in explosive environments. Developed by Zoller + Fröhlich GmbH in collaboration with DMT GmbH & Co. KG, this scanner is purpose-built for industries such as underground mining, oil & gas, and chemical processing where explosive atmospheres are a concern.

With a 79-metre range, a 310° x 360° field of view, and a fully stand-alone design, the 5006EX delivers high-resolution spatial data without the need for external equipment, eliminating additional ignition risks. Its ATEX Class I and II certification ensures compliance with international safety standards, making it a trusted solution for hazardous-area scanning across Australia and beyond.

Kubota and Aptella Partner to Deliver Solution Ready Machines for Smarter Construction

Sarah Tait — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:25:32 +0000

Two trusted brands join forces to make precision and automation technology accessible through Kubota dealerships across Australia and New Zealand.

Aptella has partnered with Kubota to make smart technology standard for construction customers in Australia and New Zealand. Through participating Kubota dealerships, customers purchasing new excavators, skid steer loaders, track loaders, and wheel loaders can now choose machines that come solution ready – meaning they’re fully equipped or ready to be equipped with integrated precision, safety, and weighing technology supported by Aptella’s comprehensive service and support network.

The collaboration gives Kubota customers direct access to Aptella’s proven range of technologies including Topcon Machine Control (MC-Max and MC-Mobile), Blindsight safety systems, and weighing solutions – along with the same local expertise, training, and support available to Aptella’s construction and civil clients. Dealers can also offer retrofitting options, allowing customers to upgrade existing machines within their fleet.

“This partnership gives Kubota customers access to industry leading technology backed by Aptella’s depth of experience and support,” says Nathan Thomas, National Sales Manager – Construction & Power Equipment, Kubota Australia & New Zealand. “It enables our customers to expand the capability, safety, and productivity of their machines from day one.”

“Kubota is a brand synonymous with reliability and performance,” said Nick Corr, Market Development Manager – OEM and Safety Systems, Aptella. “It’s a privilege to partner with a company that shares our customer first values and commitment to quality. By working directly with their dealerships, we’re making it simple for customers to access the right technology for their work – whether that’s in building or civil construction. Our local teams are here to support every step, ensuring the solutions fit their machines, sites, and goals.”

The partnership marks a new chapter in how construction customers access precision technology, bringing together two trusted names committed to smarter, safer and more efficient worksites through collaboration, innovation and customer focused support.