A flexible GNSS receiver designed for project teams

DirtMate is the only GNSS receiver that delivers real-time production and productivity insights, integrated with your drone maps. Live stream surface data and machine telematics right from Propeller. 

GNSS receiver - Real-time tracking with DirtMate in the dirt.

DirtMate GNSS receiver tech specs

Packing dual-frequency GNSS and an onboard IMU into one compact sensor, DirtMate turns active machines into its own survey crew. Stream live insights straight to a shared map—no extra surveyor, no extra steps. Here are the specs that make it possible.

Dual-frequency GNSS

Achieve high-accuracy data with dual-frequency positioning

Any OEM

DirtMate works with equipment from any manufacturer, no matter the brand

Long-range connectivity

Leverage 900 MHz WiFi Halow for extended communication distances

7600mAH battery

Operate for up to 24 hours continuous operation on a single charge

Real-time

Monitor real-time position and elevation with cellular or WiFi connectivity

Easy installation

Rugged mounting system for quick and universal setup on machines or rover poles with 5/8th thread

Durable design

IP66/IP68-rated for weather and environmental resilience

4G compatibility

Supports global 4G LTE bands

How to use DirtMate GNSS receivers

Built for the changing worksite, DirtMate GNSS receivers swap roles on demand. Whatever the task, DirtMate streams high-precision data in real time to keep every pass on target and every crew in sync.

GNSS receiver - DirtMate Machine sensor.

Machine telematics

Attach a DirtMate unit to active machines to capture PPK-corrected location, elevation, and machine utilization 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

Cab (coming soon)

DirtMate Cab gives machine operators real-time grade guidance from the cab, so every pass is precise and on target.

Real-time solutions to the toughest challenges on site

A DirtMate machine utilization chart showing run, idle, and load time of a machine
Real-time productivity

Cut idle time with real-time operator oversight

Automatic load/dump counters 
Track and report on cycle times, load count, and dumps automatically

Daily reports
Receive automated daily reports summarizing 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

Utilization history
Benchmark your operator efficiency against your company’s average

Daily progress tracking

Verify your daily production with continuous capture

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

GNSS receiver - DirtMate daily production volumes.
GNSS receiver - DirtMate elevation chart.
Position monitoring

Monitor the elevation of any machine, object, or terrain

Achieve 1/10ft (3 cm) accuracy
Track elevation changes with centimeter-level precision

Monitor structural movement
Stay informed about the position of walls 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

Lhoist boosted operational efficiency by 22% with DirtMate GNSS receivers

Martin Dillon, P.E., Lhoist’s Senior Business and Operations Manager, was tasked with finding a way to track productivity, reduce idle time, and increase efficiency. That’s when he found DirtMate.

“Before DirtMate, we had a basic spreadsheet where we took load counts and assumed a fixed volume. We could never get these values to reconcile and didn’t have our true cost structure as developed as we do for other areas of our operation. In retrospect, it was a very haphazard way to run the mine compared to how we operate today.”

– Martin Dillon, Senior Business & Operations Manager at Lhoist

Ready for real-time machine telematics?

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.