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Crain Tri-Max Standard Dual Clamp Tripod TRIMAX 90553 ONLY $248.99 unitl Christmas
Tri-Max tripods are certified to meet or exceed ISO Certification Standards – making it the only tripod on the market with certifiable accuracy. All new Tri-Max tripods come equipped with a serial number on the hinge assuring you that the tripod has successfully passed all necessary testing and is certified to meet the ISO 12858-2-H standards.
Crain has now put the Tri-Max to the ultimate test, the ISO 12858-2-H. Not only did we test the Tri-Max, but we tested nine of the best selling tripods on the market. The results were gratifying; the Tri-Max was the only tripod that passed the test. We’re so convinced of the accuracy and stability that the Tri-Max can provide, we back it up with a 5-year warranty.
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Extended Height
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Standard Tri-Max
(#90550 & #90551) |
44″
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71″
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16 lbs.
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Tall Tri-Max
(#90560 & #90561) |
54″
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91″
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20 lbs.
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Tri-Max Dual Clamp
(#90553) |
44″
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71″
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16.4 lbs.
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Tri-Max Fixed Leg
(#90570) |
N/A*
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N/A*
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20 lbs.
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*Tri-Max Fixed Height Tripod (#90570) is adjustable by wrench only and is adjustable between 54″ – 91″.
| The past half-century has seen an incredible evolution in surveying/positioning instrumentation; from one-minute theodolites to present day one-second total stations, GPS, laser systems, and now servo-driven, laser scanning, photogrammetry, robotic, and machine control systems. Evolutions in instrumentation have significantly increased the demands on support platforms (tripods). Precision has increased substantially, typical set-up durations are much longer, and efficiency expectations are also greater. Additionally, today’s instruments tend to be much heavier and have larger wind sail areas. Torsional load from servo-driven and robotic instruments apply particularly severe loads (Note: Compensators, including 2-axis, do not correct horizontal drift).
Over the years, conventional tripod designs have essentially remained the same. The few design changes that have occurred, consisted mainly of several new leg locks, material substitutions, and cost reductions. Modern requirements, particularly those for substantially increased tripod stability have gone unanswered. Crain’s revolutionary Tri-Max tripod, stands alone in meeting today’s demanding stability requirements. In fact, tests have confirmed that the Tri-Max, in many cases, is more than 100 times more stable than conventional tripods, and retains this stability in use, without frequent adjustments, in the face of commonly encountered field conditions such as age, wind, fatigue, contamination, wear, temperature, moisture, and humidity. What is the direct result of the superior stability that exists in the Tri-Max? Significant increases in realized accuracy (closure) is not just possible, but common! Unparalled-no other tripod even approaches the Tri-Max’s performance! To develop the Tri-Max, ultra-modern materials and processes were combined. This next generation tripod was created using computer aided modeling and analysis techniques. A unique hinge spindle design permits leg rotation yet prevents lateral movement. Legs are connected with a rigid adhesive that never loosens regardless of age and environmental exposures. The entire structure is designed to dampen vibration and resist creep. |
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| Composite extensible legs are formed in a continuous wedge profile that allows more locking force to be developed by hand clamping than conventional tripods develop with their locking systems engaged. The Tri-Max is not only significantly better than all other tripods; it actually creates a new standard for tripod performance. | ||
Retaining System |
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A popular feature, the kick out prevention system (standard) is designed to prevent instrument falls on slick surfaces and from persons tripping on a leg. The system stores on the inside of the leg or can be left in place. This feature does not interfere with plummeting or instrument person’s stance. One “save” is all it takes! |
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AccessoriesA number of accessories are available for the Tri-Max Series tripods. They include leg bags, storage bags, retractable points for finished floors, foot spikes, plates for unstable terrain, and equipment attachment snap-rings. Advanced DesignsIn addition to outstanding stability, the Tri-Max tripods are loaded with other important and practical features. |
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Tri-Max tripods feature a large, round head that is precision turned. The mounting hole is also large to aid plummeting. |
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Snap cap head cover (standard) attaches without screws and has a retainer strap included. |
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Ergonomic designs include a wide carry strap (standard) with shoulder pad and a carry handle (also standard), which is unique to the Tri-Max and far more comfortable than hole-in-leg handles. |
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Another Tri-Max exclusive feature is the open leg design, which facilitates mounting of equipment bags, data collectors, batteries, and many other accessories directly to the tripod’s legs. Removal is not necessary when the tripod is collapsed and stored. Additionally, convenient utility rings (standard), for attaching accessories, are provided on the center leg caps and on the tripod’s feet. |
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Tri-Max® Foot |
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The Tri-Max features a large footbed to better facilitate solid “planting” for stability. The shape of the foot is designed to solidly engage terrain, is equipped with a replaceable steel point, and is designed to accept a number of unique accessories. A special applications attachment/retention loop is provided on the rear of the foot. |
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The foot’s superior strength is clearly demonstrated when it is driven into a log with a sledgehammer, without failure! |
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Locking Systems |
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Two new locking systems are available: Quick Clamp (lever-cam) and Screw Clamp (knob-screw) styles. Both styles are ergonomic, positive-locking, and field reversible to the inside as shown. On tall models, an additional thumbscrew style lock is also standard. A fixed-leg model (collapses for shipping) is also available. Wedge profile legs can actually lock by hand clamping! All Tri-Max locking systems are designed to form a single unified rigid instrument platform system. |
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Unstable TerrainTall Tri-Max tripods can be equipped with accessories, which permit stable performance on unstable terrain conditions such as mud, snow, frost, tundra, wetlands, and sand. Stability is attained by isolation of the tripod feet from the user’s feet, reduction of subsidence, and increased base span. Only the Tri-Max overcomes these difficult terrain conditions. |
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Sokkia has announced many new prism, poles, tripods and other accessories. Many of these items are identical to their current lineup just different parts numbers since they are now supplied directly from overseas. Sokkia has also introduced their llineup of American Made prisms, prism poles and range poles, the exact same ones offered by Stakemill. Take a look at these products, you will see some are lower priced then their Seco, Crain or CST counterpart or previous manufacturer.
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Success can be defined in three words – Stop Your Bitchin’
Stakemill had a great showing at the recent Florida Surveying and Mapping Society’s Trade Show. We were able to sell four Magellan Mobile Mappers, numerous American Made Rod Man Setups and lots of leads four the LaserTech Range Finders.
We did notice we were the only wood stake producer in attendance at the show and none of the other LaserTech dealers took the time to display TruPulse Range Finders. The second generation leadership skills show well amongst those now closing locations while we outgrow our current location.
Count on seeing Stakemill at the 2010 FSMS Trade Show in Naples Florida.
USA SALES ONLY – US ARMED FORCES CUSTOMERS ONLY
Special Military editions – Includes Back Out kit which consists of a non metalic color option, special black carry bag, black carribeaner, black stylus pen and black lanyard along with a non glare screen protector. We also offer a black 12 volt power cord, black vehicle navigation antenna and black vehicle mount.
These units have password protection, bluetooth ability, voice recording, camera, compass, flashlight and audio speaker playback. Call about our added ability to install navigaion with a complete map set.
All units ship fully functioning – We inlcude at no additional cost to you the following programs pre installed:
Stakemill will be exhibiting at the Florida Survey and Mapping show this month at ChampionsGate just outside of Orlando on Friday the 21st. We expect to see a lot of our wood stake competitors as they too support the local chapters and the Florida Survey and Mapping Society. We will be located at booth 204.
Stakemill will great buys the day of the show in addition to lots of freebies just for stopping by. We will have the newest GIS and GPS from Magellan, TruPulse range finders by Laser Tech, total stations by Sokkia and CST and our line up of high quality American made survey prisms, poles, bi-pods, GPS poles and survey stakes. We have an exciting presentation by Magellan showing the durability and ruggedness of their GPS units.
If you have not already registered for this exciting once a year event please do so by clicking on the following link.
http://www.fsms.org
Enter to win the following:
The winning combination
The new ProMark 500 offers GPS+GLONASS+20 years of field-proven Magellan technologies. Designed by our GNSS experts, this powerful survey solution delivers state-of-the art RTK features in a light, cable-free rover that gives you maximum mobility and flexibility in the field. Blade engine insures fast initialization, long-range accuracy, robust signal tracking, and secures future constellation evolutions.
Magellan Technology
In addition to the short time to fix, long-range RTK and solution reliability, ProMark 500 includes:
All-in-one Flexibility
ProMark 500 offers all-in-one communication capabilities. It is the most flexible GNSS surveying system available, offering multiple operating modes, configurations and communication modules (UHF, GSM/GPRS, EDGE) and protocols.
Feature-rich Surveying Solution
The ProMark 500 is available with a MobileMapper CX field terminal, a handheld sub-meter GPS receiver for additional work such as pre-survey and GIS data collection.
The ProMark 500 offers extensive equipment interoperability via comprehensive suite of software tools:
The ProMark 500 innovative design, comprehensive user interface and wide range of communications will empower you to extend your survey horizons. Combined with the new FAST Survey field software on MobileMapper CX or ProMark 3 data controller, plus the highly regarded GNSS Solutions office software, the ProMark 500 system is the unique result of GPS+GLONASS+MAGELLAN.
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MobileMapper 6 – True Mobile GIS for Everyone
MobileMapper 6 provides a complete set of all the necessary features required of a mapping device for anyone who needs productive data collection and efficient asset management in the field. Unlike consumer-grade units, the low-cost easy-to-use MobileMapper 6 offers full compatibility with popular GIS software to enable companies to select and use GIS software of their choice.
The MobileMapper 6 comes with Microsoft Windows Mobile 6, a color touch screen, and has Bluetooth for wireless connectivity. This handy feature-rich GPS includes an integrated 2-megapixel camera, an embedded speaker and microphone to enrich the collected data with pictures and voice notes.
This Mobile Mapper comes pre-loaded with multiple useful programs, and is ready to run out of the box preconfigured with:
Magellan MobileMapper6 GIS GPS ArcPad GPS Differential
Stakemill Announces Sales Increase Each Quarter
Stakemill – a division of Bay Pines Investments is proud to announce it has seen a steady rise each quarter in our Survey Supplies Sales. Even in turbulent times, those business weld poised will prosper in sales and market share over those who have overextended themselves and are not strong in their management departments. Stakemill has maintained most of our original customers since our starting in 1978 and have picked up numerous customers left abandoned by closed locations from other suppliers. Seeing a few of our competitors going into their next generation and some who have tried to reach into too many markets, Stakemill has found opportunity to move into those areas now left either un-serviced by those locations closed or ignored by new management.
In late 2008 Stakemill added such suppliers as Sokkia, Dunham & Morrow, Apache Technologies to compliment our Land Survey and GPS lineup from such leaders as Magellan, CST Berger, Seco and Crain. In early 2009 Stakemill has added the product lineup from Spectra Precision and in mid 2009 we will be adding the Topcon lineup. All of these suppliers had more than adequate coverage in Florida prior to their relations with Stakemill, leaving one to wonder how Florida survey suppliers left so many opportunities to arise.
The third quarter of 2009 will have Stakemill looking to expand our clerical and sales staff to keep up with demand from local, international and internet customers. Come join our ever growing family.
A description of one of the many Sokkia field books we offer:
Sokkia field books with rain resistant fine quality ledger paper hard-bound in high visibility chrome yellow coated fabric. Each book contains 80 leaves printed in water proof ink. Also included is an Appendix of 11 tables of conversions, trigonometric functions, and formulae for solving right angles and curves. Left hand pages have 4 per inch blue horizontal lines and five red vertical lines.
The left page has blue horizontal lines and red vertical lines. The right page has 8 vertical and 4 horizontal blue lines and a red vertical center line. The book measures 4-1/2” x 7-1/4”.
Model: OK-TSV Orange
Sizes: Large (38-42″), XL (42-46″), 2XL (48-52″), 3XL (52-56″), 4XL (56-64″), 5XL (60-72″)
Color: Flourescent More About Our Traffic Safety
OK•1’s new traffic safety line includes high-visibility vests and pants. Featuring Reflexite® and 3M’s Scotchlite™ Reflective Material, these products come in ultra-bright orange or lime and meet ANSI Class 1, 2 and 3 standards for fabric, materials and design. Visible from up to 1,280 feet, the traffic safety line is designed to protect your employees from road hazards.
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Stakemill now stocks both Survey Grade L1 External Antennas and Vehicle Navigation Antennas for Magellan MobileMapper 6 Units. Looking to run FastSurvey or do Post Processing, then consider the Antcom externall antennas we have that are preconfigured to work with Magellan Mobile Mapper 6 units, the L1 antenna requires a cable and pole to work, the Vehicle Navigation will mount to a vehicle with a metal roof or works with a simple ball cap and saftey pin. Both antennas plug directly into the MobileMapper 6 with no adapters, the L1 cable screws into the TNC plug on antenna wherwe the vehicle navigation is molded in. Either way, they are both improvements over the built in antennas when doing precision work that requires greater accuracey.
Stakemill has the Magellan Mobile Mappers in stock and is now offering a FREE starter kit on all ARCPAD, Post Processing and FAST SURVEY models, they even have an instant rebate to get the starter kit for only $69 when you buy either a basic MM6 or one with Magellan’s Mobile Mapping Software. CLICK HERE These starter kits are not found anywhere else, they include a Magellan carry case, 12 volt car power adapter, antenna, a pair of Stakemill neck lanyards, two stylus pens, five screen guards and and plug in application designed exclusively for the Magellan Mobile 6 (Not ARCPAD models) and desktop software to control your MM6 while plugged into your PC by the USB cable.
NEDO German Made Survey Products Lineup Offered at Stakemill.com
With a tradition going back more than 100 years, Nedo is one of the pioneers in the surveying and measuring tool industry.
At our modern manufacturing plant in Dornstetten and at our affiliated company Fimex AG in Switzerland we are producing
Thanks to the know-how and the experience of our developing engineers and designers, our products have set standards in the past.
Through the use of most modern CAD-systems and the close cooperation of product development and mechanical engineering we are able to respond quickly and flexibly to the changing demands of the market.
GET A FREE TOTAL STATION STARTER KIT VALUED AT $1,000 WITH EACH 302R
The Robert Bosch Tool Corporation introduces the CST/berger CST-300R Series Electronic Reflectorless Total Station— high-end features in a reliable and affordable instrument. The CST-300R models are easy to use and are ideal for modern surveying, construction staking, mapping and GIS, geomarking, environmental studies as well as industrial applications.www.boschusa.com.
Available in January of 2009, the new series features
• Both 2-second and 5-second angle accuracies
• 3-way data transfer: USB port, RS-232, and SD card.
• Nearly unlimited storage with built in SD Card
The reflectorless CST-300R Series is available in 2 models, 2-second or 5-second angle accuracy. Both units provide precise measurement up to 9,842-ft (3000m) with a single prism and 660-ft (200m) without a prism. The 30x powered instruments have a field of view of 1°30′ with a minimum focus of 1.3m.
Data input is convenient too with this reflectorless total station. A dual-sided, four line LCD display is easy to read. The alpha/numeric keyboard is easy to use and program. The CST-300R has the added feature of three onboard language choices for multi-lingual environments. Offering improved productivity, the CST-300R Series features powerful 0n-board software in addition to the freedom of prism-less measurement.
Transfering measurements is simple with the versatility of data transfer the CST-300R Series provides. A SD card slot built into the unit is convenient for use in the field and offers nearly unlimited storage of measurements. Data can easily be downloaded from the instrument to a computer through a USB port, RS-232 port or with a separate card reader. With the CST-300R Series you can even transfer data wirelessly in the field through a PDA with a SD card slot.
The CST-300R Series Reflectorless Total Stations feature water-resistant housing and are powered by an on-board battery. All the components that accompany the instrument fit into a rugged carrying case. The CST-300R Series comes with a two year warranty.
About The Bosch Group
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 271,000 associates generated sales of over 46.3 billion euros (over $63 billion) in fiscal 2007. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in roughly 50 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Each year, Bosch spends more than 3 billion euros for research and development, and applies for over 3,000 patents worldwide. The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” In North America, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial automation and mobile products, power tools and accessories, security technology, thermo-technology, packaging equipment and household appliances. Bosch employs approximately 25,000 associates in more than 70 locations throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico, with reported sales of $9.5 billion in fiscal 2007. For more information on the company, visit