The Keson ST181003X Measuring Tape

You can't beat a 100-foot Measuring Tape with 3x1 Gear for Quick Rewind. High-impact resistant case with full-rubber non-slip grip makes the Keson ST181003X Measuring Tape is a very handy measuring tool to have with you.

Surveyor Brush Axes

We now have Surveyor Brush Axes which make quick work out of clearing a line of sight for surveying. I have worn many a blister on my hands using one of these. When I was an instrument man, I usually had what we called a "briar blade" (which is the Ditch Bank Blade that we sell) in one hand, the tripod (with mounted total station) on my shoulder in the other hand, a radio on one hip, a canteen on one hip, and a compass around my neck.

I first started surveying, I quickly learned from watching the Party Chief that had been surveying for 25 years. He walked at a good pace through the woods and would alternate the axe from hand to hand (remember he had me behind him carrying the tripod) and would hit small branches and trees at just the right speed, angle and height, and it seemed like effortless motions for him. I guess after 25 years you get really good at what you do for a living and I can certainly say he had taken brush chopping to a new level.

Carrying a brush axe while surveying proved to have many uses, such as, killing snakes, poking in the ground for corner pins and markers, balancing your way through a creek while stepping on rocks, and once I remember the axe was something we had in our possession when an angry land owner (with his 12 guage double-barrel) approached us down in the woods. He had the idea that we were trespassing when his brother had failed to tell him the farm was going to be surveyed.

Theres my story about brush axes. I imagine many of you can relate.

Taking Time to Explain Laser Line Generators

Line Generators or Cross Lasers project a horizontal and vertical line onto a single surface. This “crosshair” pattern projects plumb and level reference lines. Line generators help with various tasks like leveling, tiling, plumbing, machine control, excavation, landscaping, swimming pool construction, concrete leveling, home building and more. Line generators can be separated into 2 main groups, indoor and indoor/outdoor.

Although rotary lasers and line generators both project a horizontal plane, they differ in size, distance and projection. Line generators are compact enough to fit into a belt case. Rotary lasers are bulkier and can weigh up to 10 lbs. Some line generators can travel up to 200ft (with a laser detector) whereas some rotary laser models can project a beam up to 2800 feet! Line Generators usually project a horizontal and vertical line onto a single surface, while a rotary laser will project a horizontal or vertical line in a full 360 degree radius.

Interior line generators do not need to be as powerful as exterior line generators because of lower lighting conditions and smaller project areas. Laser Line Generators can be placed on common surfaces like a tool box, step ladder, or staircase. For a sturdier mounting option consider a laser pole or wall mount. Laser poles suspend the laser on an adjustable pole that stretches from floor to ceiling

Distance and accuracy are important features in exterior line generators. The product description will list the specifications for each laser. Most Laser Line Generators travel up to 100 feet without a detector. A detector (also sometimes called a receiver) will identify the laser at longer distances and during outdoor (bright) lighting conditions. Detectors can possibly double the distance the laser will travel outside. Consider the accessories needed for exterior use. Some lasers come in packages that include a detector, tripod and protective case.

Other features include auto-level, out of level sensor and auto-level override (for diagonal lines). Consider the line’s fan angle. This is the radius the line will reach from the projector. Some generators will only project lines forward while others lines will stretch the line from above to below, left to right. Also consider what types of mounts come standard with the product. Is there a wall mount? Will it mount on a tripod; does a tripod come with it?

Dahle Paper Trimmers and Paper Cutters

Whether you love to scrapbook or need to cut paper at the office, Dahle has paper trimmer to meet your needs. Dahle paper trimmers feature built-in safeties. The blades self-sharpen to provide crisp clean cuts. The list below will help you chose the best paper trimmer to meet your needs.

A personal paper trimmer is a great tool for crafts and scrapbooking. Paper trimmers can provide straight or specialty cuts. The Dahle Trim Ruler and The Dahle Card Maker come standard with a cutting mat and alternate blades. The Trim Ruler will cut straight, wavy or perforated and the Card Maker will cut straight, deckle or scoring. The paper trimmer blades are enclosed for safety.

If you are an ad agency, photographer, graphic designer or need to cut a broad range of items The Dahle Professional Rolling Trimmer is a great choice. This precision paper trimmer will cut up to 20 sheets of paper at once. The durable metal base has a built in grid for exact measuring. The blade on this rotary paper trimmer is completely enclosed for safety. A clamp holds the paper in place so you don’t have to put your fingers near the blade or worry about the paper shifting. This rotary paper trimmer can be wall mounted and comes with a lifetime warranty (excluding wearables.)

The Dahle Premium Guillotine is the perfect addition to any office. This professional paper trimmer will cut paper, cardstock, cardboard, film, vellum, illustration board and many others items making it prefect for almost any environment. The lever will never unexpectedly fly up or down and is built for maximum safety. The metal base is printed with a grid for accurate cuts and will cut up to 35 sheets at once. The rotary safety guard covers the blade and prevents personal injury. This guillotine paper trimmer comes standard with a manufacturer’s one year warranty.

Click here for a complete list of Dahle Paper Trimmers and what they will cut

Mayline Drafting Tables, Mayline Office Furniture

If you work in the AEC (Architectural, Engineering, Construction) Industry then you've most likely heard of Mayline Products before. Their line of Mayline Blueprint Storage Racks, Blueprint Stands, Blueprint Hanging Clamps, Office Furniture are all built for professional and commercial use. I got started in High School Drafting Class on a Mayline Four-Post Drafting Table, then moved on to using AutoCad in college. It may sound strange to some, but even after I started working full-time, I worked at a cad station that was built on a four-post drafting table. When I changed jobs and started working at a regular height cad station desk, I quickly realized that I missed the drafting table height. Working at drafting table height on a drafting stool allowed me to easily stand up and walk to a nearby reference table or go collaborate with coworkers about a project. It was easier on my back, and allowed me to stretch my legs and body out straighter while at the drafting table height. Also, the size of the drafting table allowed me to lay my drawings out while working in cad. The mix of old school drafting and cad were a natural fit to me.

Clear Vinyl Blueprint Protector Covers

Clear Vinyl Blueprint Protector Covers protect valuable documents from dirt, dust and moisture. Great for commercial or marine applications. Notations can be made on the Clear Vinyl Covers by using a grease pencil or waterbased felt pen and wipes clean with either a dry cloth or soap and water.

Measuring Rod Rulers

Measuring Rod Rulers are some very handy tools to have if you're measuring the height from the ground to the underside of overhead utility lines, underneath bridges, or underneath overhangs.

Measuring Rods are dual-purpose tools since they have special measuring ruler scales on their backside which will permit users to read heights. To use a measuring ruler, just extend the rod up until it hits the desired length (underneath an overhang or bridge for example), then read the measurement at the smallest unextended section which is at eye-level. This will give you the distance from tip-to-tip of the rod. Great tools to have in certain situations.

David White Builders and Surveyors Products

The David White name is well-known in the Builders and Surveying Community. It's an old name that is associated with high-quality instruments. David White Instruments are built for Leveling, Layout, Construction Stakeout, Accident Reconstruction, and many outdoor and construction measuring or surveying tasks. We become a full-line David White dealer a few years ago and have been pleased with the quality of their products.

Product Guide Page Helps Explain Complex Products

We regularly publish articles on our Product Information page. The page has articles on How-to's, Product Information, Product Reviews, Comparisons, Helpful Tips, and anything we feel is helpful to the AEC Industry. Anytime we feel that a category or product needs explaining better, we publish a helpful article in hopes that we can help customers explain how the products work that we represent and sell. Being a web retail store, we understand not being able to touch the products before you buy them can be a challenge. With products that are sometimes complex, such as surveying equipment, or some storage solutions and tools, we can better help our customers by further explaining the products.

Distance Measuring Wheels

Measuring long distances quickly is now as easy as taking a stroll in the park. Just roll a distance measuring wheel along a line and it counts the distance. These days, many different sizes and models of measuring wheels are available. So how do you know which model best suits your needs? The most important thing to consider when selecting a measuring wheel is the terrain you need to measure.

If you are a realtor, appraiser, insurance adjuster, floor installer, or a home owner who needs to measure an interior surface you need a small measuring wheel. To get the most accurate measurement inside the wheel must be placed as close to the wall as possible. The Road Runner RR112 Measuring Wheel is a great choice. This Keson Measuring Wheel will measure curved, horizontal and asymmetrical surfaces for almost 2 miles. It weighs 2 lbs and folds down to 17 inches, fitting into a briefcase or toolbox. It also comes standard with a 6 year manufacturers.

If you are a surveyor, engineer, utility worker, landscaper, golf course attendant, construction worker or anyone who needs to measure an outdoor distance, consider The DuraWheel DW-1000 as this wheel will measure up to 10,000 feet. Weighing 5 lbs it can fold to 19 inches for a compact storing and transporting. It features a debris scraper, hi-traction tire, folding stand and sealed roller bearings. The counter will subtract distances when it is moved backwards. It comes with a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty.

The Rolatape 400 and Keson 401 is built to handle the toughest terrain conditions like construction areas, large commercial operations, utility operations and land surveying. There are even models with dual counters that will count both individual segments and the measured total.

Laser Measuring Tools

Without a Laser Measuring Tool, you have to take a measurement, write it down, do the math, and enter it into a program. Want an easier solution? Laser Measuring Tapes can do all these things automatically. Measuring can be done in less time and more accurately. Eliminate the hassle of traditional measuring tapes. Don’t worrying about hard to reach places, just point and click. Laser measurement tools do basic calculations like area, surface and volume automatically. Reduce errors from math mistakes and sloppy handwriting. Laser measures can even alternate between different measuring increments. Whether you are a Realtor, Appraiser, Builder, Plumber, Insurance Adjuster, Painter, or Floor Installation Pro, a Laser Tape Measuring Tool can help.

Here’s a basic function summary to help select the best laser for your needs.

The Stanley FatMax Tru-Laser Distance Measurer has 3 Models:

TLM 100- Will do basic calculations (areas, volumes, single distance, add/subtract). 1/4" Accuracy at 100ft.

TLM 200- Will do the basic calculations above, and track max and min distances. Also features a 2-Point Pythagoras calculation. 1/8” Accuracy at 100ft.

TLM 300- Has all the abilities of TML200 but also features advanced Pythagoras abilities, angle and trapezoid measuring, built in memory and history reading. It can mount onto a tripod and has a 2X viewfinder, and a bubble for horizontal leveling. A built-in sensor automatically detects positioning of flap. 1/16" Accuracy at 100ft.

The Leica Disto Laser Measuring Tool has 5 Models:

Disto A2- Will calculate addition, subtraction, area and volume, designed for indoor use. 1/8" Accuracy at 200ft.

Disto A3- Can do basic functions listed above, track min and max distances, and features a spirit-level for horizontal alignment. Measure distances up to 80m. Readings are even visible in the dark. 1/8" Accuracy at 350ft.

Disto A5- Can do basic functions listed above. Has Pythagoras ability for finding surface area. 2X viewfinder ideal for measuring long distances (~100m). 1/16" Accuracy at 650ft.

Disto A6- Can do basic functions listed above. Also features a Bluetooth data transfer that exports directly to Pocket PC or laptop programs (Word, Excel, AutoCad) 1/16" Accuracy at 650ft.

Disto A8- Can do basic functions listed above. Also features a tilt sensor to measure angles, horizontal distances and inaccessible height measurements. It can mount onto a tripod and has a 3X viewfinder. 1/8" Accuracy at 650ft.

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CST/Berger LMH Series
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CST/Berger New AL Series
David White 3110GR Series
David White 3150 Series
David White 3150G Series
David White 3175 and 3185 Series


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Organize your Workspace

A couple hours spent organizing documents now, can save you days of searching and prevent the loss of irreplaceable items. Whether you need storage for maps, blueprints, plans, or paper document organization is important in every office.

• Keep everyday documents accessible. Safco Hanging File Centers sort documents with hanging clamps (holding up to 100 pages). Clamps can be labeled and easily accessed. The whole drawing stand can be relocated without disturbing your documents.
• Make the most of your space. Limited work areas make every inch count. Consider using Safco’s Cubicle Wall Blueprint Rack to free floor and desk space. For discreet storage Safco offers a Rolling Project File cart which can slide under a desk. This cart will hold letter and legal size folders or 12 Hanging Clamps which are sold separately. Both compact items will both hold up 600 documents each!
• Store long term items in a safe place. Don’t let valuable documents be exposed to everyday hazards like dirty hands and sunlight. Place them in a storage room where they won’t be disturbed but are accessible. Two popular options are The Vfile for flat storage and The Manager for rolled drawing storage. They are stackable and have front, side, and top labeling for drawing identification from any viewing angle. For a more permanent solution consider a steel file cabinet for storing your drawings, art, and blueprints. Safco features a stackable five drawer flat file and a Deep Steel Drawing Roll File.
• Keep your documents protected. Documents can be fragile and are often irreplaceable. Don’t wait till a disaster occurs to protect against it. Consider securing them from common risks.
• Fire and Water –Safco Ultima File System has fire-resistant double steel walls and a water resistant apron.
• A less expensive way to protecting against water damage is with Alvin’s Clear Vinyl Cover or a plastic blueprint bag.
• Security- The Safco Ultima File System includes a lock. If a more economical option is needed consider Safco’s Lock Kit for use with their 5-Drawer Cabinets.

Once you have an organization system in place, don’t let it fall by the way side! Put things away as they come in or sort them into piles to file at the end of the day. Try to pick a day every week to sort documents that might have been forgotten. Friday might be the perfect day. When Monday comes, you are greeted with a clean and organized workspace, ready to start your week off in the right direction.

Don’t Forget… These small items can save even more time and money!

Rollabels: Tired of counting the label grid? Label the documents directly! With Rollabels you can even color code your documents.

Binding: This is a great to keep a set of blueprints together. Paper Blueprints bindings are available in multiple colors and two different sizes.

Blueprint Covers: Don’t let one rainy day out on the job ruin your blueprint. Consider Alvin Clear Vinyl sleeves for storage and field work.

Portfolios: Need to have a transportable storage option? Try a water-resistant expandable portfolio. It can fit framed artwork, print boxes, bulky samples, blueprints and more.

Mailing: Make sure they get to where they’re going in good condition with rolled blueprint mailer boxes and blueprint shipping bags.

Keson Electronic Digital Distance Measuring Wheel

Every now and then we'll review a product thats new to the AEC industry and it'll catch our eye as a real star product, a real performer. One product that stuck out is the new Keson 401E Electronic Distance Measuring Wheel. The frame is metal and has very nice welds. The handle folds down and has a really nice metal locking mechanism that feels solid and that it will last a long time. I think this wheel would hold up under abusive conditions, although I don't recommend abusing any tool and feel you probably feel the same. But, looking at the 401E you can tell that Keson has made this product for the professional user. The rubber grip on the handle doesn't feel cheap. It has a rubber feel and not vinyl. The counter is solid and not thin feeling. The spokes are nice and thick. Keson is obviously making this measuring wheel and is proud of what they make and even advertise that you can wash the counter off using a water hose! We're proud to be selling the 401E. Yes, you can save money and buy another brand of wheel, but I really think we can stand behind the quality of the Keson 401E. The counter has large digits that you can easily see from standing up and walking behind the measuring wheel during use. You can lock the counter so your measurement wont get erased from wheel movement (say you're heading back to the car without something to write the last measured distance on). After getting a measurement, you can convert it cycling through the different units of measure like feet, feet/inches, feet/tenths, and metric. With mechanical wheels you can only measure in the single units of measure (whatever the counter is set up to be). With the 401E, you can measure in any of the units of measure mentioned.

Some of the features that we think stand out the most:

Just the overall quality in the entire frame, wheel, and the counter.

The handle of this tool folds down so you can store the product in the trunk of your car or toolbox.

The handle has a reflector on it which helps oncoming cars see you.

The kickstand isnt one-sided. The kickstand wraps around and you dont have to put it up or down, you simply lean back and start rolling and measuring. Then tilt the wheel over onto the kickstand when you want to stop and write down your measurements.

Electronic Counter has automatic shut-off to save your batteries.

The LCD display lights up for low-light usage (say at dawn or dusk).

Large one-inch tall digits on the electronic counter make it easy to read.

EngineerSupply Becomes a Factory Authorized Keson Dealer

EngineerSupply is now a full-line factory-authorized Keson Dealer. Keson Industries is family owned and operated and is fully dedicated to developing and manufacturing high-quality measuring and marking devices. Keson manufacturers high-quality commercial-grade distance measuring wheels that work great for measuring large distances quickly. The Keson Company manufacturers multiple size measuring wheels that will work with almost any condition of terrain and distance. The Keson line of Measuring Products can be found here.

Surveyors Roll Flagging

We now have Surveyors Roll Flagging and at a lower price. Well-known in the industry as "Texas Flagging" this flagging is colorful and highly visible. We have 15 different colors of Roll Flagging to choose from. Flagging is great to mark property corners on property surveys, marking trees for lumberyards, and many other marking uses.

Building Permit Boxes and Document Protectors

Building Contractors that look for contractors tools and supplies will always need Building Permit Boxes, Inspector Boxes, and Permit Protectors. We are a factory authorized Doc-Box dealer and carry their complete line of products. Click here to View Building Permit Boxes and Document Protectors

New Product - Sokkia DT7C Construction Digital Theodolite 730018

We always have our eyes peeled for new products and lower prices. One product that is now available we feel is a good value when you compare the features you get with the price. We now have the NEW Sokkia DT7C Construction Digital Theodolite 730018, which is Sokkia's Electronic Construction Digital Theodolite built to work longer with low power Consumption and faster with an easy-to-use control panel. Click here to view the Digital Theodolite

New Product for Land Surveyors - The 8-inch Maghub

The new Mag Hub is magnetized for easy detection from magnetic locators and zinc plated to resist rust. The Mag Hub has a large center point and looks like a standard survey marker, and is less than half the price of a survey stake and is easy to carry. The Mag Hub is not for use in concrete or asphalt and are boxed in 30 pound boxes with approximately 362 Hubs in box.

FREE SHIPPING on all Leica DISTO Laser Measuring Tools

FREE GROUND SHIPPING ON THIS ITEM UNTIL END OF AUGUST 2007. YOU MUST ENTER THE PROMOTIONAL CODE OF "DISTO" (without the quotes) DURING CHECKOUT. THIS DEAL CANNOT BE OFFERED AFTER CHECKOUT, YOU MUST USE THE CODE DURING CHECKOUT TO GET FREE GROUND SHIPPING.

Click here to view all 5 models of Leica Distos Laser Distance Measuring Tools

Planimeters - What Are They? How Do They Work?

We got lots of questions about a tool we sell called a "Planimeter". Many people pronounce the word plan-eye-meter, or pa-lemeter, but we're fairly sure either way to pronounce the word is acceptable within the industry.

What are Planimeters? They are tools used by anyone that wants to measure an irregular area of an object. Since a planimeter rolls around on a flat surface, the object being measured is usually on paper, or an x-ray, or something that can be copied on a copy machine and then the area measured from the flat copy. I've seen people lay an object on a copy machine, run a copy, then use a planimeter on the copy to calculate the area. I've heard of medical technicians measuring tumors on x-rays, shoe manufacturers taking a shoe apart and measuring the area of the leather panels and doing so on a new shoe, and a shoe that has been worn for months which measures the stretch of the leather. I've heard of many uses of planimeters. Personally the most use I ever experienced with a planimeter was to measure the each contour line on a topo map of a detention pond design to see get the volume of the pond. I would get the area of each closed "loop" (contour line) and then use those to figure the pond volume. That was back when I was doing drainage calcs, cut and fill calcs, and other civil engineering related design projects. Remember, if you want to figure the area of a regular shape like a rectangle, or square, that's easy, you simply multiply length x width to get area. But for irregular shapes like ponds, custom swimming pools, golf course greens and sand trap designs, you'll need a planimeter and a "closed loop" to measure.

How Do Planimeters Work?
Planimeters work off of rolling around on the flat surface that's being measured. They have small wheels or rollers (hence sometimes you'll hear someone refer to them as a "Roller Planimeter") that roll and the planimeter itself will figure the distance traveled on the flat surface and then compute the closed loop area measured into data. That data is then converted using a multiplier for the scale drawing (i.e. 1"=50', 1/4"=1'). Don't worry, planimeters usually come with a user manual and they are easy enough to understand and teach yourself how to use one. We've never had anyone return a planimeter because of difficulty in learning how to use one. From there, you break planimeters down into two categories, mechanical and digital (sometimes called electronic). Both types have the small wheels or rollers, but the mechanical does not have batteries or any electrical parts. The mechanical planimeter has a vernier or tick marks on a meter that you reference and then multiply the data against a multiplier (using your hand calculator) to get area. An electronic, or digital, planimeter you enter the scale of your drawing into the planimeters keyboard and it figures the math for you. I recommend mechanical planimeters for people that use one say 3 to 5 times per month. I recommend digital (electronic) planimeters to people that do at least 3 to 5 uses per week.

Hopefully this article teaches the basics of what a planimeter is, who uses them, and how they work.

Rob Powell of EngineerSupply

We Now have the NEW DrawingBoard VI by Calcomp

The NEW DrawingBoard VI by Calcomp is now available on our webstore. Some people call them Digitizers, some people call them Drawing Boards, and some call them Drawing Tablets. These new models are redesigned and better than the previous models. We've added the most popular size boards by adding the 12x12, 12x18, 24x36, 36x48 and the 44x60 models.

Isometric Paper, Quadrille Paper, and Cross Section Paper Now Online

We now have Isometric Paper, Quadrille Paper, and Cross Section Paper Online! We've had a number of requests for this type of paper by engineers, architects, designers, and construction professionals. Hopefully this will satisfy the needs our users are having for this type of engineering paper.

CST/berger AL Series Electronic Rotary Laser Levels

NEW PRODUCTS!
We will soon have the CST/berger AL Series Electronic Rotary Laser Levels. The AL Series are high-powered lasers, and weatherproof. The AL Series is is an exciting series of lasers that we're all anxious to promote. We'll have more information about the AL Series soon!

Hanging Clamps, Plan Sticks, Plan Holders, Drawing Clamps

Hanging Clamps, Plan Sticks, Plan Holders, Drawing Clamps, Blueprint Clamps, whatever you want to call them, they're all the same thing! Safco and Mayline are the two biggest manufacturers of these products. They make them from rigid aluminum and the two brands are interchangeable. There was a company long ago that manufactured them under the name of PlanHold, but Safco purchased that company and still makes the "Print Lock Plan Hold" hanging clamps.

If you want to know how hanging clamps work, first you should understand that they are made and sold in different lengths. They are made in standard size lengths of 18", 24" 30", 36" and 42". You buy the size (length) of clamp you want, depending on the size of drawings or documents you plan to clamp. For example, if you have a 24"x36" drawing, you'll probably want to buy 24" clamps since you'll clamp the left bound edge of your drawing set which is 24" and it'll fit the clamp perfectly. The clamp part (the part that actually touches and clamps the drawings) is the length as most clamps have a little bit of overhang on each end, this is so the clamps can be hung in or on a blueprint rack or stand (which are sold separate from the clamps). The 30" size clamps are the most popular size since you can clamp a 24"x36" drawing from its 24" side, and/or you can clamp a 30"x42" drawing from its 30" side. Drawings that are being clamps dont have to match the clamp size, but it looks better if they do. For example, a 24" side of a drawing could clamp in a 42" clamp, but you'd have a lot of clamp that wasn't being used (a lot of overhang of extra unused clamp). Hopefully this helps you gain an understanding of how hanging clamps work!

The Quick Basics of Selecting a Rotary Laser Level

We understand that theres a lot of rotary lasers to choose from. If you want to get the basics really quick, keep reading....

We generally recommend that you first define the tasks you're going to want to accomplish with your laser. Then start looking at the features you might want, such as; plumb-up beam, plumb-down beam, variable rotation speed or fixed rotation speed, accuracy, detector included or not included, some kits offer "interior" packages and include a ceiling or wall mount bracket, and some kits offer tripods and grade rods included. That's that basics and a quick way to get an understanding of why there's so many laser levels to choose from.

Setting Up a New Engineering or Surveying Office?

Each week I get a call from someone that has started up a new engineering or surveying office and they're wanting to get the equipment set up quickly so they can get to work. Many order desks, chairs, tables, trash cans, and basic office supplies, but many don't know what they want when it comes to getting organized for storing blueprints. And, many are wanting to equip a new surveying crew and need another tripod, level and leveling rod, prism pole and prism, total stations, etc. That's when they call us and ask for advice. We can usually put together a package fairly quickly and get it shipped promptly. If you, or anyone you know, ever goes to set up a new office, or equip a newly added crew to their office, we're a good place to start.

EngineerSupply Is Now A Northwest Instrument Authorized Dealer

EngineerSupply Is Now A Northwest Instrument Authorized Dealer. After careful consideration to source another value-added source of surveying equipment, we decided to apply to Northwest Instrument. They make quality surveying equipment with value in mind. Their equipment will hold up under daily use and save you some money. Northwest Instrument makes Transits, Levels, Rotary Lasers, Surveying Tripods, Prisms, and Theodolites.

Blueprint Mailing Boxes and Blueprint Bags

If you're wanting to mail your construction documents, then consider using Blueprint Mailing Boxes and Blueprint Bags. They protect your blueprints, and get them there safely. Check out our selection of bags and boxes, all made for mailing or shipping blueprints.

Ridgid SeekTech SR-20 Utility Locator

Built to make even difficult locates easy, the SeekTech is the only line locator that uses omni-directional antennas, guidance arrows, and an easy-to-read mapping display to lead you quickly and accurately to the target line.

The Ridgid SeekTech SR-20 is an easy-to-use tool and impressed the heck out of us when we saw a demo. The LCD screen is easy to understand and easy to operate.

The antennas power the large mapping display which provides all the information you need to locate underground utilities with ease and confidence.

CST/Berger LaserMark Mini Laser Cross Level 58-ILMXT

The 58-ILMXT is a Cross Line Laser Level that projects a bright, self-leveling level and plumb chalk-lines for instant and accurate reference lines and marks. It's ideal for floor and wall tiling, paneling, wall fixtures, wall papering, stenciling, wainscoting, finish carpentry, masonry work, cabinet and kitchen rebuilds, drop ceilings, lighting fixtures, wall studs, outlets, partitions and many more.


This is the brightest, smallest laser we have found. Very handy and can be used on multiple jobs.

Outdoor Document Protection Products

EngineerSupply just became a Doc-Box dealer this week! These products are permit posting systems that protect plans and permits on construction job sites. They seem to work great and we've had a number of requests for them. Check them out here

Detail Oriented Interests

Things that have been detail oriented have always caught my attention. No matter what it was, if it was something mechanical, like Dad working on the lawn mower in the back yard, or if he was working on plumbing jobs at our home, it always caught my eye and I was easily lured to it rather than something like doing my homework or studying for a test. I later found myself building things in his workshop like shelves, toys, and any invention that I thought I could build. This lead me into an interest in drafting when I was in high school. The drafting classes lead to designing homes, and machine parts. This lead me into taking CAD classes and then professional jobs in CAD. Working in the design industry, I quickly learned that I had an interest in business. I was soon analyzing how the company I worked for made blueprints and compared in-house production costs to outsourcing blueprint production. This lead me back to school to gain a degree in business and operations management. The common denominator in everything I was doing, I found it to be all detail-oriented. If it was detail oriented, it lured me in. Now that I work at EngineerSupply, I find myself lured once again to the details. The details of how we can best help a customers request for excellent customer service. The details of how we can most effectively and efficiently process a customers order and shipment. I guess the bottom line is we enjoy the detail oriented tasks and we work to figure them out and make the better. I think anyone in the design industry enjoys the details. This is certainly something to think about when you're dealing with detail-oriented customers.

CST/Berger and David White Now Have Total Stations

CST/Berger and David White now have Total Stations. These two top-name surveyor supply manufacturers now have products that compete right in there with other Total Station brands. We're confident in the performance of these well-known brand names. Take a look and compare their features.

EngineerSupply announces new supply line of Leica Geosystems

EngineerSupply today announces that Leica Geosystems brand of products will be featured in its supply chain. After careful review, EngineerSupply decided that Leica Geosystems would make an excellent fit for their current supply chain.

EngineerSupply will provide sales and support for the line of Disto Laser Distance Measuring Devices that Leica Geosystems manufacturers. Leica Geosystems manufactures professional-grade laser distance measuring devices for construction and surveying professionals.

The new partnership will allow EngineerSupply to source Leica Geosystems Disto line of products quickly and efficiently. Being able to readily source from Leica Geosystems will allow EngineerSupply the ability to ship fresh products to their customers. EngineerSupply.com's customers include Professionals from the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Industry.

EngineerSupply is a fully authorized factory Leica Geosystems Dealer.

Want to Learn More about Blueprint Storage Solutions?

The Product Team created an article that explains how people deal with blue print storage solutions. I feel the article helps get your thought process started and quickly gets you going in the right direction. Read the entire article here.

Want to Learn More about Construction Laser Levels?

The product team at EngineerSupply put together a document that helps explain construction laser levels. Laser levels are basically grouped or divided into three categories. They are; Plumb or Dot Lasers, Line Level Lasers (Also known as Laser Line Generators), and Rotary Level Lasers.

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Leica Geosystems Laser Distance Measuring Tool

The Leica "Disto" is one tool that many estimators, insurance professionals, engineers, architects, surveyors, and designers cannot live without. Highly accurate, quality-built professional-grade tools. Loaded with features, the Leice Distos impressed the EngineerSupply product management team members.

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Scalex Plan Measuring and Estimators Tools

For anyone that needs to quickly and accurately perform estimations and take-offs, the Scalex measuring tools are a real time saver. Increased accuracy, and time saved, I dont know if you can ask for much more out of a tool. We've used the Scalex product before and it is a well-built product, solid construction, and just feels good in your hand. It doesnt feel like it is cheaply built. The scales it will handle are Engineering, Architectural, Metric, and also an Auto Scale. The Auto Scale will allow the user the ability to roll the drawing scale bar and the Scalex calibrates itself to your drawings scale even if its some arbitrary scale due to shrinkage/expansion from the drawing being copied on a copy machine. It's a great product and is highly recommended.

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