Unlock real-time GNSS receiver insights with DirtMate
Your all-in-one GNSS receiver for monitoring position, progress, and productivity with dual-frequency accuracy on any worksite.
Tech specs
DirtMate is a GNSS receiver with an onboard IMU that unlocks machine tracking and real-time survey solutions in Propeller. Live stream site activity to know your real-time position against project goals.
How to use DirtMate
DirtMate is a GNSS receiver designed to adapt to a range of workflows, delivering accurate, real-time data across different applications.
Machine sensor
Attach a DirtMate unit to your machinery to capture PPK-corrected location, elevation, and productivity data
Base station
Use a static DirtMate unit as a reference base station to enhance GPS accuracy through RTK/PPK processing
Position monitor
Monitor elevation changes of structures or fixed objects with centimeter-level accuracy, maintaining a historical record
Rover (coming soon)
Mount DirtMate on a rover pole to capture real-time RTK data and improve GNSS applications in the field
There’s a DirtMate-powered solution to every challenge
Productivity
Manage operators and machines with real-time data
Productivity metrics
Track and report on cycle times, load count, and dumps automatically
Daily reports
Receive automated daily reports summarising key productivity metrics
Run/idle time
Monitor daily run and idle times on active machines
Live machine location
Visualize machine activity on the map to optimize haul routes
Utilisation history
Benchmark your operator efficiency against your company’s average
Progress
Integrate your drone and machine data to unlock daily production volumes
Generate new surfaces every 30 minutes
Create new surfaces wherever your machines are actively working
Track and report on daily cut/fill volume
Automatically create end-of-day surfaces that enable daily progress reports without the need for surveyors or drones
Daily automatic earthwork takeoff
Pick a region of the project and finish or sub-grade design for daily take-off reports from DirtMate surfaces
Keep surface elevation on record
Track changes in elevation at specific points across multiple surveys for historical comparison
Position
Monitor the real-time elevation of any machine, object, or body of water
Achieve 1/10ft (3 cm) accuracy
Track elevation changes or water levels with centimeter-level precision
Monitor structural movement
Stay informed about the position of walls, water bodies, and other structures, even in challenging environments
Dynamic position tracking
Monitor the real-time location and movement of structures to identify potential risks or inefficiencies
Historical positioning data
Record and analyze position data over time to improve maintenance, planning, and site management
Ready for real-time survey solutions?
DirtMate FAQs
The 2.4 GHz WiFi range is approximately 800 meters, limited by legal transmission power. The 900 MHz WiFi HaLow range is expected to be upwards of 2000 meters.
The receiver is IP66/IP68 weather-resistant.
Receiver: -40°C to +85°C
Battery charging: 0°C to 55°C
Battery discharging: -20°C to 60°C
The receiver has an integrated 5/8” thread for standard surveying tripods and poles. A 420 stainless steel bracket with adhesive strips is included. An optional rail-mounting kit is available for pipes or handrails.
DirtMate uses the u-blox LARA-L6004D Global Cat 4 LTE modem, compatible with 4G, LTE, and 3G.
The modem is certified by global standards and carriers, including AT&T and Verizon. Full certifications at launch include AT&T and PTCRB.
The internal battery can last up to 24 hours on a single charge. If set to sleep overnight, the battery life can extend significantly—up to two days for the receiver and four days for the PowerPack without any charge or solar input.
The DirtMate receiver (48.6 Wh) charges in ~3 hours with a >25 W power supply.
Yes, DirtMates can be configured to only collect data during certain hours of the day, and then sleep for the remainder.
If the temperature is outside the recommended range (0°C–55°C for charging), the system pauses charging but continues to supply power. The battery will completely cease to discharge outside the range of -20C to 60C. Extended exposure to extreme temperatures can shorten battery lifespan.