DirtMate is an easy-to-use, cost effective machine tracking system that provides teams with easy access to critical productivity insights every day.
Critical site data is often gathered infrequently and pulled from many (often disconnected) sources, leading to data gaps that impair your ability to effectively manage your project. DirtMate helps fill in those data gaps, giving you a complete and highly accurate view into how production is tracking at the end of every day.
Let’s dig a little deeper into the nitty gritty of how DirtMate works.
Machine-mounted device
DirtMates are solar-powered and can be installed on any moving vehicle or equipment on site with a simple magnetic mount or easy-to-install bracket. This means there’s no need to drill, wire, or weld the system in place, keeping downtime and complexity to a minimum. In fact, most installations only take 15 minutes to install and calibrate DirtMates. And, because DirtMate is independent of any specific manufacturer, contractors can use it on any and all machines on site.
When DirtMates are installed on working machines, they can record position and utilization data that represents the specific machine they are mounted on, every second. Once installed in a position with both reliable power and a clear sky view, DirtMate continuously records machine position, progress, and utilization, delivering a second-by-second view of worksite activity. Because it’s independent of any specific manufacturer, you can install DirtMate on any machine in your fleet.
Real-time progress and productivity tracking
DirtMate delivers real-time insights into site activity, giving you instant visibility into daily production volumes and machine efficiency.
With automated daily reports sent straight to your inbox, you can see whether production is trending up or down and identify potential issues before they escalate. Whether tracking material movement, machine utilization, or progress against design, DirtMate helps you stay ahead of the curve.
DirtMate surface data
DirtMate continuously collects high-accuracy elevation data from any surface the machine drives over. The onboard inertial measurement unit (IMU) uses a gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer to detect vibrations, tracking when a machine is working, idling, or turned off—so you can optimize fleet efficiency.
When in range, DirtMate connects to Propeller, where data is processed using Propeller’s PPK engine to generate centimeter-accurate surface models. Each GPS coordinate is combined with machine dimensions to determine the exact position.
DirtMate surfaces are pushed to Propeller every 30 minutes, giving you an up-to-date view of machine movement, surface changes, and cut/fill volume measurements—all without needing a new drone survey. Moreover, your data gets uploaded along the way in nearly real time. This is where the cost-saving data and decisions come into play.
Stay connected with DirtMate in Propeller Mobile
Propeller Mobile puts DirtMate insights in your pocket, offering real-time visibility into machine activity and worksite progress. Designed for teams in the field, the app provides a lightweight, customizable view of your DirtMate-equipped machines so you can monitor productivity and make informed decisions on the go.
With the Propeller mobile app, you can:
- Track machine utilization and productivity in real time
- View accurate cut/fill volumes, charts, and heatmaps
- Monitor haul routes and truck load counts automatically
- Compare subcontractor performance and mixed-fleet utilization
- Access high-accuracy (5cm) surface data from anywhere
Is DirtMate right for your worksite?
DirtMate delivers daily production quantities with survey-grade accuracy—no drone survey required. If you’re moving dirt and need more visibility into material volumes, progress, and productivity, DirtMate and Propeller give you the insights you need to keep your project on track.
For more details about DirtMate, grab some time with one of our representatives.
