Productivity Pro Blog

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Handheld Spray Paint Wand

So the other day I was with a group of friends making some banners for a local event. We all eagerly arrived with blank banners, spray paint and stencils. But after the first half hour the excitement started to die down as we were all suffering from aching fingers from the spray nozzle. We tried all sorts of things to relieve our aching fingers. We switched to the opposite hand, used our thumbs or stood back and insisted we were “supervising.” Then one of my friends had a novel idea. He walked to his car and got out his handheld spray paint wand. It was wonderful! He had just come from work and happened to have it in the back of his car. (I think it might have slightly backfired on him since we all stopped work and watched him spray paint.) The spray paint wand worked great! It was faster, easier and looked better. It got me to thinking, how many of our tools can be used in everyday circumstances. Has tools left in your car ever been a “lifesaver”? Please share your stories! I’d love to hear them!

Seco Safety Vests

When working in construction, road work, surveying and related fields your day is not consistent. Half the day you might be tromping through the woods, and the other half you might be recording points in an open field. Seco safety vests not only boost your visibility, they help you stay safe, comfortable and healthy. A pretty outlandish claim for a safety vest, keep reading to find out how.

What most people don’t know is that bundling up too much can actually be dangerous. If people make themselves too warm the excess body heat will cause the body to produce perspiration. Perspiration will hinder the garments ability to insulate. The moisture trapped inside the clothing can then become cold, which can eventually lead to chills and even hypothermia. Perspiration will not only affect your body temperature but can cause dehydration.

Seco has taken these factors into consideration and has a brilliant solution. Seco has created safety vests made with outlast thermo-molecules. This special space technology will adapt to your body temperature and regulate it. It will provide warmth without the bulk. Specially design theromolecules absorb and release heat as needed. Because the fabric reacts to your body temperature it keeps you warm in the winter in cool in the summer. With outlast thermo-molecules you don’t need to worry about a different vest for the summer and winter. So when it comes to working outside this winter remember the key to working to staying healthy is to regulate your body temperature. Take a look at our selection of safety vests feature outlast technology and stay safe this season!

EngineerSupply Offers Informative Product Videos

Here at EngineerSupply, we are constantly looking for new ways to better serve our customers. We are not just an online webstore but a resource for Engineering and Construction Professionals. We regularly publish online product articles and blog posts discussing products and information related to the surveying, engineering, and construction industry.

We want to offer the most extensive and engaging information about engineering and surveying products available. That’s why we’ve put together our new line of informative product videos designed to enhance and guide customers during their online shopping experience. Our videos are specifically designed to help customers with answering frequently asked questions. By simply watching these product videos customers are easy able to understand how a product works. Our videos can be accessed on our Video Library Page or on our YouTube Page. Our video Library features interactive video menus and enables customers to post comments and send links. Check it out!

EngineerSupply Promotion Codes

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The Pacific Laser Systems PLS180

Everyone wants more for their money. But instead of just looking at the price tag consider the versatility and durability of the tool. One of our favorite tools is the PLS180. It’s small and handy. It has such a broad range of uses making it a great tool for variety of different jobs. You can use it to do anything from frame a house to hanging a picture. It is easy to find plumb, level and square with the self leveling laser cross it projects which helps save time and money. It’s durable and reliable so you don’t have to worry about replacing it any time soon. To see this product in action view our informative Video for the PLS180 Laser Level. For more information on the PLS 180 Laser Line Generator checkout our Product Information Page.

Holiday Gift Ideas for Engineers, Architects, Land Surveyors, Contractors

We have Holiday Gift Ideas for Engineers, Architects, Land Surveyors, Contractors, and Designers. Drafting Kits, Measuring Tapes, Pen Sets, Blueprint Holders, Art Racks, Construction Calculators, Laser Distance Measurers, all make great gifts for the Holidays.

Topcon Products

Topcon is one of the leading manufacturers of surveying and construction instruments. Topcon Instruments are known as innovative, high-quality products. EngineerSupply is proud to offer a select assortment of Topcon equipment, including Topcon automatic levels, Topcon theodolites and a wide assortment of Topcon lasers and Topcon laser detectors. Please browse our webstore to see our full selection of Topcon construction and surveying equipment.

Safco Products for Blueprint Storage

Safco manufacturers very reliable and sturdy products for the engineering industry. Safco makes Drafting Tables, Blueprint Hanging Clamps, High-Density Storage, Cardboard Blueprint Boxes, and many more products to help get an office organized.

Leica Geosystems

Leica Geosystems is a leading manufacturer of equipment and tools for land surveying equipment and surveying supplies. We have found Leica equipment to be one of the best brandnames in the land surveying industry. Professional-Grade tools and equipment like Underground Utility Locators, Automatic Levels, Laser Distance Measuring Tools, Surveying Prisms, Surveying Grade Tripods, and Rotating Laser Levels.

SubSurface Instruments

SubSurface Instruments has had many years of experience in manufacturing underground magnetic pipe and cable locators. They pride themselves on durable, high quality products and even offer a lifetime warranty on their magnetic locators.

Their magnetic locators are available in two different models, the ML-1M and the ML-1. Both models operate identically with the same controls except for the addition of an LCD meter available on the ML-1M. The LCD meter displays visual signal strength, polarity indication, gain setting plus a battery life display. ML-1 has as auditable alarm only.

The ML series locators are sturdy and lightweight. Weighing only 2 pounds, they are easy to operate with just one hand. It works on two 9-volts batteries. Both models feature switches for adjustments. A bag and hard case are included. As said earlier it comes with a lifetime warranty. It can be used to locate Corner markers (iron or steel), Mag nails and PK nails, Valve and curb boxes, Iron and steel pipes, Well casings, Manhold & Utility Box Covers, Steel drums & tanks, Septic tank handles, Energized electric cables, Marker magnets, Unexploded bombs (UXO), and more.

New Safety Vest Requirements

New high-visibility garment regulations taking effect on November 25th will affect many professionals, including road crews, surveying crews, crossing guards, delivery truck drivers, tow truck drivers, forestry works, construction crews, flagging crews, law enforcement personnel;, utility crews, toll both operators, emergency personnel and anyone work on or near a road or construction equipment.

According to the FHWA anyone whose duties expose them to traffic or working on or near construction equipment are required to wear high visibility clothing. EngineerSupply carries an extended line of safety vests that meet the new government regulations, including Seco utilities vests. The Seco safety vests were created with the California DOT to comply with the new regulations.

When ordering a safety vest make sure it is compliant with ANSI/ISEA regulations. The vests are then assigned a class by their level of visibility, class 1, class 2 and class 3. (Class 3 is the most visible.) According to the new regulation, “All workers within the right-of-way of a Federal-aid highway who are exposed either to traffic… or to construction equipment within the work area shall wear high-visibility safety apparel.” that complies with ANSI/ISEA 107-2004, class 2 or 3.

It is recommended to go with the class 3 safety vests if you have any doubt as to which class you fall into. If someone is injured and they were wearing the wrong safety vest the employer could be held liable. If any of your current safety vests are faded this could be putting you or your employees at risk and it is recommended that you replace them.

This is only a reference guide and is not an exhaustive list of the new regulations. For more information on the new regulations please visit,
http://www.workzonesafety.org/files/documents/laws_regulations/federal/nov_24_06.pdf

Inverted Marking Paint

Inverted Marking Paint is a great tool for land surveyors, utility workers, city governments, aerial surveying, contractors, ground surveying and much more. Marking paint is unique because it is inverted spray paint, also known as "upside down paint". Most spray paints are used by holding the can upright and pressing down the top. This can be tedious and very tiring to your finger if you need to make a lot of marking lines. Inverted spray paint can be inserted into a making wand to dispense that paint squeeze the handle of the wand. This allows the inverted marking paint to be applied easily in a broad area with less fatigue. It can be used for pavement marking, marking utilities, marking surveyor’s points, marking utilities and painting survey reference lines. We carry two of the lead names in marking paint, Aervoe survey marking paint and Krylon inverted marking paint. Both the Aervoe and Krylon marking paint are sold by the case to save you time and money. If you need a Material Safety Data Sheets (msds) please contact us and we can provide that to you.

APWA Utility Color Codes
The American Public Works Association (APWA) recommends the following guidelines be used when using marking supplies to mark underground utility line locations.

White = Proposed Excavation
Pink = Temporary Survey Markings
Red = Electric Power Lines, Cables, Conduit and Lighting Cables
Yellow = Gas, Oil, Steam, Petroleum or Gaseous Materials
Orange = Communication, Alarm or Signal Lines, Cables or Conduit
Blue = Potable Water, Water Lines
Purple = Reclaimed Water, Irrigation and Slurry Lines
Green = Sewer and Drain Lines

Why are these colors used?
Often, you will see these colors used to identify utility lines in cities and on a university campus. Sometimes city or campus utility departments will paint the tops (such as manhole lids, or storm sewer drop-inlets) of their utilities these colors before an aerial survey is flown so that the people creating the maps can identify the type of utility by color.

Large File Folders for Drawings

Ever wanted to organize and protect your large drawings and maps? Try Large File Folders for Drawings and Maps here.

Measuring an Irregular Shape

If you want to measure an an irregular shape, try using an instrument called a "planimeter". They work by using your hands to roll the instrument around on a scaled drawing or map, around on a closed loop to find the area of the shape. Just to give an idea of how planimeters are used, golf course designers use planimeters to figure golf course fairways and golf course greens. Sometimes Doctors use them to measure an area of something like a tumor on an x-ray taking measuring at intervals in time to see expansion or contraction of the area. I've even heard of shoe manufacturers disassembling a shoes' leather, then taking the area measurements of the leather, then once again after the shoe has been worn, which gives the designer an idea of material stretch. To summarize, planimeters are great area measuring tools.

Crain Surveyors Series (SVR) Rectangular-Oval Leveling Rod

The Crain Surveyors Series SVR Rectangular-Oval Leveling Rod is the best we've seen in a long time. It's heavy duty, and the moment you put one in your hand you know its a real tool and not some inexpensive junk. With an included nylon carrying case, you can't go wrong with this product.

In addition to being a leveling rod on the front, the SVR rod has a measuring scale on the back (with the exception of the two-scaled rods) that allow the user to read overall height measurements at eye level, which is useful in making clearance and height measurements. Also on the back-side with the measuring scale, there are alternate 1' red and white markings that are suitable for stadia purposes.

Call Me Crazy

Call me crazy, but couldn't we have taken all the time, money, and effort spent on the presidential campaigning and solved a lot of our National problems?

Large File Folders and Large Folders for Drawings

If you're looking for Large File Folders and Large Folders for Drawings, then you've come to the right place. We have various sizes of folders for storing drawings, maps, or any large document.

Business and Customer Service

Business has changed a lot in the past few years but some key aspects never change. All customers want good prices and great customer service. That’s why EngineerSupply is always striving to keep our customers happy. It doesn’t require much. Simply things like returning an email or a voice mail message are ways we show our customers that we care about their questions and concerns. We’re open Monday to Friday from 8-5. If for some reason you can’t get a hold of us, please email or call us and we will get back to you the next business day. That’s a promise.

CST Berger LM800 Rotary Laser Level

The CST Berger LM800 Rotary Laser Level is a great tool to have in your arsenal of tools. It is dependable and reliable and comes with a 3 year manufactures warranty. But what makes the CST Berger LM800 such a great tool is the versatility. The CST Berger LM800 comes in 3 different models and with many different accessory packages so you can choose which options will best fit your needs. By purchasing the laser in a package you not only save time and money purchasing all the items at once, but it allows us to ship all the items together saving you shipping costs.

The LM800 is self leveling and has slope capabilities of up to 10%. It comes standard with rechargeable batteries and charger. So you don’t have to keep replacing the batteries. All the models have dual slope capabilities. The LM800I and 800DPI have vertical capabilities and variable rotation speeds, making it good for both interior and exterior work. The LM800I has a vertical plumb-up beam and the LM800DPI has both a plumb up and a plumb down beam. The plumb beam allows for instant identification of 90-degree angles from your beam.

There are different accessory packages available depending on where you will be using the laser. For instance, most exterior kits include a tripod and grade rod. While most interior kits include items like a wall mount bracket and targets. If you have most of the accessories already, some kits come with just the remote and laser detector. No matter what model you get or what package you get it in, the LM800 is a great tool and is sure to assist you complete many jobs accurately and on time.

Sonin Inchmate 2000

Many people working in the construction industry and related fields know that small mathematical mistakes can cause big problems. Simple equations like adding areas, finding concrete weight and volume, finding product costs, calculating stairs or roofs can be very tedious. Calculations with fractions and pitch must be done by hand, not only taking more time to complete but also more vulnerable to mistakes. The Sonin Inchmate 2000 includes many features that make it a great tool for the work place. In the following paragraphs I’m going to outline some of the features that make the Inchmate such a unique and indispensible tool.

Measurement Conversion
The Inchmate allows you to easily convert between different measurements. Convert measurement at the push of a button between any forms of measurement in the same category.

• Weight-Tons, pounds, kilograms and metric tons
• Liquid-Gallons, fluid ounces, liters, and milliliters
• Dimensions- miles, yards, feet, inches, kilometers, yards, centimeters and millimeters

Triangle keys
The triangle keys are very useful when working with roofs, raked walls, stair cases, areas and much more! It will help calculate risers, number of treads, stair inclination and much more. the Sonin Inchmate can help you find rise, run, pitch or diagonal line of a roof. It even has special instructions to walk you through these calculations.

Cost
Cost is another unique feature. To use the cost key enter the cost per increment and then enter the increment you will need. The Inchmate will automatically display the cost for you.

Fractions
Fractions are very prevalent when working with inches. And working with fractions can be a tedious. Converting the denominator, reducing fractions to the simplest form, adding, subtracting dividing and multiplying are all common functions and use time and manpower. Mistakes can easily be made. With the Sonin Inchmate calculations can be preformed quickly and reliably.

Paperless Tape Review
Forget the answer to a calculation? The paperless tape review will store the last 30 entries. At the push of a button you can scroll back through recent calculations.

Detailed Instructions
Want some example calculations to help walk you through how to use the different functions this tool can do? There are sample questions in the users manual that show you step by step how to complete calculations. The user’s manual describes the function of each key. It also has step by step instruction on how to solve some hard and unique equations.

Parallel Drawing Bars and Drafting Straightedges

Despite the many advances in CAD Drafting, Manual Drafting is still very popular with many Architects, Engineers, Designers and Graphic Artists as well as Schools and Universities. Straightedges, also known as Parallel Bars, are a useful tool for drafting. They provide a horizontal guide for drawing and are used to support drafting triangles, stencils, and can even be used to help cut paper. We carry two brands of straightedges, Mayline and Spiroll. They are both exceptional straightedges here are some highlights of their most popular features.

Mayline Parallel Straightedges
Mayline has 6 optional straight edge lengths ranging from 30” to 60”. Above-board mounting hardware is included.

Mayline Straightedges have 2 options for wheels Delrin and Metal. The Delrin rollers are made from plastic and are best for use on materials such as Mylar. The metal rollers are made of chrome and are best for use on vellum and other paper medium. The rollers alternate the full length of the straightedge and allow the straightedge to ride smoothly over the surface of the drawing.

Mayline also has an E-Z grip feature. This is a "cap" that mounts on the top of the parallel straightedge and makes it easy to pick up and move the straightedge. This is helpful if you are using inks and do not want the straightedge to smudge your work before it dries.

Mayline also offers an optional “armor-edge”. This is a durable thin strip of metal that is on the leading edge of the straightedge. It should be used when cutting with a razor blade.

Spiroliner Parallel Straightedges
The Spiroliner is a parallel straight edge that can be used to ruling or cutting. It is made in the USA and come with Top mounts so it can be attached, partial or full length, to any drafting board. The secure mounting system insures that your straight edge will remain in alignment no matter what height you have it set at. All Spiroliner straightedges also come with a one-year warranty against manufacturer's defects.

Eliminates Smudging:
Elevated slightly above the surface of the drawing table, Spiroliner does not contact the surface of the drawing. It glides on wheels located at each end of the structural extruded aluminum blade. No rollers in the bottom of the blade to smudge or damage your drawing.

Removable Replaceable Transparent Ruling Edge:
The extruded acrylic ruling edge accommodates technical and ruling pens, lead pencils, felt tipped pens, etc. The acrylic edge is replaceable

Nick-Proof Cutting Edge:
The structural aluminum Spiroliner blade has a durable hardened anodized surface providing a cutting straightedge which is virtually "nick-proof." Relocate the transparent ruling edge to the lower groove of the blade to expose the metal cutting edge.

Dual Brakes:
Two brakes are standard on all Spiroliners. Use one to prevent parallel rule from sliding down inclined board surface, locking the other brake frees both hands for drawing.

Surveyors Field Books, Engineers Journal Books

Despite the many recent developments in digital point recording, surveying field books are still a staple in the surveying industry. A field book can be used to record important points which will be a vital tool when deciphering the points collected. Use a survey field book to record important information in the field that you will need to later reference once back in the office.

Field books come in a variety of different formats for the many different methods of use. There are Mining Transit Books, Transit field books, Level book, field book, Engineers field books and Cross section field books. Each type of book features a different grid to make it ideal for its intended use. They also come in a variety of different sizes including Pocket and King sized as well as one job field books. The pocket sized field book is small and portable and the one job field book is ideal for students who need a smaller field book for classes, regardless if they go to a high school, college, community college or university.

Doc-Box Building Permit Display Boxes and Weather Proof Enclosures

Many builders and contractors have a hard time finding a professional, reliable, and economical way to post building permits on the work site. Eliminate the hassle of having to reorder permits due to damage or lose. Keep them safe and organized with Doc-Box Document Protector.

Whether you need to display a single individual building permit, store large commercial plans or need an all-weather bulletin board, Doc-box offers a wide range of document display boxes so you’re sure to find a doc-box able to meet your needs. Some have optional display windows others have locks the choice is yours! Click here to see the full line of Doc-Box products.

Safety Vests

Contractors, Surveyors, Highway Workers, Engineers all wear Safety Vests, Safety Apparel, Utility Vests, Traffic Vests, Reflective Vests, Traffic Safety Vests, ANSI Safety Vests, Surveying Vests, all offer visibility and safety on the job site. We offer Utility Vests and Safety Vests in a variety of colors such as orange, yellow, red, and in reflective high-visibility fluorescent materials and colors.

Drafting Tables for Back Pain

Many people experience back pain during their lifetime and many have back injury that results in prolonged or either permanent back pain. We have found that many doctors have recommended tall desks and chairs to patients that must return to work. The height of a drafting table works well since you don't have to get up and down as far when sitting. The ability to leave your legs and feet extended help alleviate back pain as well.

Flat Files Explained

We put together an article to help explain what Flat Files are, how Flat Files work, and how they are used. While they're more commonly known for drawing and map storage, they have other uses as well. Also, many different types of users are out there using flat files to store all types of things from x-rays to rock collections to museum artifacts.

Mayline Products and Mayline Office Furniture

We use Mayline brand products in our headquarters location here at EngineerSupply. Mayline Conference Room Tables, Mayline Computer Desks, Laptop Holders, and Mayline Office Chairs are all heavy-duty and stand up to tough use. Mayline Chairs use commercial-grade fabrics and parts, come with a manufacturers limited lifetime warranty and are built to last. Other products that they make are Mayline Blueprint Clamps, Mayline Drafting Tables, Mayline Blueprint Racks, Blueprint Stands, and Mayline Office Furniture. Our call center uses Mayline Office Chairs because they last longer and are more comfortable than chairs you'll buy locally at regular office supply companies. We've tried using the less expensive and they last about a year, but the Mayline Chairs continue to look new and remain comfortable.

Topcon Lasers and Topcon Instruments

When you think about Topcon Lasers and Topcon Instruments, what comes to mind? We think about quality products and one heck of a good name that stands behind them. Topcon makes the Topcon AT-G4 Automatic Level and Topcon AT-G6 Automatic Level, as well as Topcon Rotary Lasers like the Topcon RL-H3C.

Surveyors Field Books and Journal Books

Quality Surveying Field Books, Engineering Field Books, Mining Field Books, Cross Section Field Books, Miners Field Books, Engineers Journals, and Level Field Books. These books work great for making field notes or keeping a field journal or notebook. Most have gridded lines and tables, graph paper, and some are hard cover, some are soft cover bound and spiral bound. Some field books are small and thin which work great for students or a single job. Bright orange or yellow covers that are easily found if you drop them while working in the field on a job site. Field book pages are waxed to help prevent moisture from ruining your work. Many Surveyors and Engineers archive their field books on a shelf and have a vast collection with a wealth of knowledge recorded after many years of land surveying or engineering.

Mayline 9329H Blueprint Rack Stand

The Mayline Rolling Blueprint Stand model 9329H is an ideal choice for mobile filing of active documents like blueprints, maps, posters, and drawings. The blueprint rack is constructed of square tubular steel finished with an electrostatically applied high-solid polyester paint. The rear casters are the locking type which keep the entire unit from rolling around while you are taking drawing sets on and off. All four of the casters are heavy-duty and are built to last for many years. Remember, aluminum drawing hanging clamps (aka "drawing sticks") are sold separately, and come in various sizes depending on which size(s) of drawings you plan to hang and store.

Blueprint Paper

Large Format Engineering Paper for Ink Jet Printers, Laser Printers, and Diazo/Blueline Printing Technologies.

David White Laser Levels

If you're in the market for a very nice laser level, then consider the David White brand. David White has been making high-quality surveying grade tools and instruments since 1895. The David White Rotary Lasers, Laser Line Generators, (both also known as beam lasers), and David White Transit Levels and David White Auto Levels are all built with quality in mind.

Leica Disto D2 Laser Distance Meter

The Leica Disto D2 Laser Distance Measuring Tool is one heck of a handy tool to have with you. We've used them and after a couple of days you find yourself feeling you cannot live without one. I know this sounds funny, but you do become reliant on a tool when it's sturdy and helps save you time. You'll find new uses and needs that quickly become almost habit.

Free Ground Shipping Coupon

Free Ground Shipping Coupon promotion code on all orders above $250. The promotion code of BLOGSHIP must be entered during checkout to receive free ground shipping on all orders above $250.00 before you click the 'finalize order' button. The offer cannot be redeemed or used after an order has been submitted which means its only valid during online checkout before you finalize a new order (we cannot apply the coupon to orders for you if you fail to enter the coupon yourself). This coupon offer expires June 19, 2008 at midnight and is not valid for phone orders.

New Product ! The LaserMark 58-LT160 TruLaser Distance Measurer

NEW PRODUCT BY CST/BERGER

The 58-LT160 True Laser Distance Measurer, true laser measuring designed for the professional is ideal for appraisers, carpenters, plumbers, technicians, floor and tile layers and painters.

Fast and easy measuring of distance (add and subtract), calculating area and volume. The new LT-160 is loaded with features: including 3-point indirect measuring, stake out, and distance tracking. The LT-160 meets professional requirements of 1/16-in (1.5mm) accuracy and a 195-ft (60m) working range.

The large LCD graphical display features 3 lines and is illuminated. It is also equipped with a metal stop bracket for easy measurement from an edge or corner. Historical memory recalls the last 10 values. Measure in feet/tenths/inch/metric readings with an audible measurement indicator. Internal timer can be set for automatic measure countdown.

Surveying, Engineering, Mining Field Books and Level Books

Field Books, Level Books, Mining Books, and Cross-Section Books by Elan and Sokkia are specially treated for maximum archival service, and protected by a water resistant surface. Some of our customers call them "engineering log books", "journals", or "grid books" as they come with a very sturdy backing and durable pages.

The Calculated Industries DigiRoller Plus II 6425 Electronic Distance Measuring Wheel - A Solid Performer

The Calculated Industries DigiRoller Plus II 6425 Electronic Distance Measuring Wheel is a solid performer. You can get fast, accurate measurements for on-site linear, area and volume estimates with this measuring wheel. Works and converts in all Imperial and Metric units. Available unit formats: Feet-Inches, Decimal Feet, Decimal Inches, Yards, Meters, Tenths, and Acres. You simply select which unit you want to measure in by pushing a button, then start rolling!

EngineerSupply becomes an Authorized AGATEC Dealer

After careful research and selection, EngineerSupply becomes an Authorized AGATEC Dealer. EngineerSupply felt that the quality and accuracy of the AGATEC products were a perfect fit for its' construction and surveying customers that require a high level of accuracy and dependability on the job. AGATEC Construction Lasers market includes exterior construction, interior construction, general construction, and site preparation.

Machine Control Laser Detectors

Machine Control Laser Detectors are mounted to heavy equipment (Backhoes, Trackhoes, Dozers) and they help the equipment operator know when he or she is "at grade". The laser detector will show them when they are at the level of the laser so they know either they need to take out more dirt (cut), or put in more dirt (fill). A rotary laser is mounted on a tripod somewhere on the construction site out of the way and the detector is mounted to the arm or bucket on the equipment. Machine Control Laser Detectors are usually larger than the normal detector, due to most rough grading jobs are of rough terrain, which means that you benefit from the detector having a larger"window" to detect the laser line. Equipment operators keep their eye on the detector and it indicates when its "on grade". Being "on grade" means you are "at level", or "on level". This is terminology commonly used in the field of excavation, grading, surveying, sitework, and construction.

Green Beam Laser Cross Level 58-ILM-XTG

The CST/Berger Self-Leveling Interior Hi-Powered Green Beam Laser Cross Level 58-ILM-XTG is a very bright laser mainly used for indoor use. It has a highly visible green laser beam with easy-to-use operation features horizontal (level) and vertical (plumb) for interior jobs, as well as laser cross and manual mode for interior applications.


Features

Extra bright green beam laser diodes for extend range over 100 feet

Robust over-molded housing and impact resistance angle window for extended vertical plumb line and durability.

Heavy Duty Gimbal magnetically dampened compensator eliminates error by quickly self-leveling the laser

Out-of-leveling range sensor triggers the beams to automatically shut off when the unit is moved out of its ±5° self-leveling range.

Safco Products and EngineerSupply

EngineerSupply is a factory-authorized full-line Safco Dealer. Safco offers quality products useful in any office. Whether you need document storage, literature displays, carts, chairs, shelving, hand trucks or office furniture, Safco brand products can meet your needs. Many Safco office products come in multiple finishes for different work environments, so you can choose a specialty color or even a wood grain. When you buy from a factory authorized dealer your merchandise is fully backed with any warranties from the manufacturer.

Schonstedt Magnetic Locators Offer Superior Reliability

How do you know when a product is reliable? When you can depend on it with your life. The US military uses Schonstedt Magnetic Locators to find live mines and hidden weapons. The United Nations also relies on Schonstedt when they are clearing abandon mine fields in developing countries. For over 40 years, Schonstedt has been known for their reliability and ruggedness. When accuracy and reliability is important, you count on Schonstedt.

Made To Order

It seems like these days everything is “made to order.” Cars, food, coffee made just for you according to your specific preferences. Why should your office equipment be any different? Don’t you hate having to order one beige item when the rest of your office is in black? Safco and Mayline offer may different color choices. With over 30 colors to choose from you’ll be sure to find the perfect color to meet you needs. The colors range from traditional colors (like grays, blues and creams) to vibrant colors, (including anything from “Pot of Gold” yellow to “Cool Cucumber” green). So, do you want to tailor to your product or do you want your product tailored to you?

Calculated Industries Products

The Calculated Industries Company designs and makes high-quality, easy-to-use digital calculating products for professionals. They make very popular Construction Calculators, a Digital Measuring Wheel named the Digiroller Plus II, Electrical Calculators, Real Estate Calculators, and Time Related Calculators. As with all Calculated Industries products, you can save time, be more accurate, and get ahead.

Job Boxes, Building Permit Boxes, Bulletin Boards

Job Boxes, Building Permit Boxes, Bulletin Boards, whatever you want to call them, are very helpful on construction sites. The Junior Doc-Box is very popular as its enclosure is watertight and you can attach it to buildings, posts, and trees. Job boxes allow for posting of these types of documents:

Plans and Construction Drawings

General Information Documents

Product Information Postings

Brochures and Flyers

Warranties and Specifications

Service Manuals

Service Contact Information

Menus

Maintenance Schedules (great to leave with customer)

Required Notices and Warnings

Agricultural Records

Animal Records

Laser Distance Measuring Tools Article

We published an article on Laser Distance Measuring Tools and some basic principles about what they are, their features, and hopefully just a helpful article in general.

Wire Flags for Underground Utility Marking

New Product! Quality Wire Flags are used by Land Surveyors, Utility Authority Markings, Underground Utility Markers, and more. We sell these by the bundle. One bundle is 100 flags!

Alvin Drafting Supplies and Tools

Alvin Company makes some very nice Drafting Supplies and Tools for anyone that's in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Industry. Alvin has been around a very long time and is a trusted name in the AEC industry.

Green Beam Rotary Lasers

Green Beam Rotary Lasers are relatively new to the construction and surveying industry. Most people I’ve spoken with have not used a green laser but have heard of the famous “brighter beam”. During our last product demo from Pacific Laser Systems (PLS) I had the chance to see their new PLSHVR-500G first hand. The PLS rep set up the standard red laser and the new green laser in the hallway so we could see just how bright the beam was. Glancing down the hall I was amazed at what I saw. The red beam was visible but the green beam was super bright and crisp. In fact green lasers are 4X brighter than conventional red lasers. Plus the human eye is more sensitive to the color green. Some people are still a little reluctant when it comes to investing a new laser so below I’ve addressed the most common questions I’ve received from customers interested in a green rotary laser.

“What difference does the color make?” Red rotary lasers will travel farther and because of this they are more ideal for outdoor use. Green rotary lasers have a brighter beam making them more ideal for indoor use where the beam should still be visible to the naked eye.

“Will they work outside?” Yes! Even though green lasers are most suitable for indoor use they will still work outside. All the green models I’ve seen match their red counterparts as far as accuracy is concerned. The range of a green laser is shorter than that of a red laser. But for more info on that you will need to compare specific models.

“Will I have to buy all new equipment?” as far as hardware is concerned, tripod, pole etc., there is no difference. The green beam is different from the red so a red detector will not work with a green laser. Most of the green lasers can be purchase as a kit that will include a detector. And extra detectors are also sold separately.

FireKing Executive Safe

Surveyors are never in the same place for long. Being a surveyor you are always on the go, whether it’s at the office, on a business trip, at a trade show, in the field or anywhere in between. Now you can have secure storage regardless of your itinerary. The “FireKing Executive Safe” is a unique addition to our product line. This item will help many of our customers who do not have a typical work day. What makes the executive safe unique is that it offers mobile security. With the executive safe you can take security with you. Each executive safe comes with 2 mounting plates. Simply mount the plate anywhere you would like to secure the safe, in a desk drawer, in your work truck, car trunk, at home, on a boat.....the possibilities are endless! To relocate simply enter the security code and then reattach it when you are at you next mounting location.

Special Pricing on the Safco Mobile Document Stand 5026

The Safco Mobile Document Stand 5026 is a great Blueprint Rack as it will hold one dozen blueprint clamps. Clamps are sold separately since you select the size (length) of clamp you want to use. Clamps are packed 6 clamps per carton, so you'll need TWO cartons for each Safco 5026 Blueprint Rack you buy. If you buy 3 or more, we have special low pricing.

The Safco Model 5026 is a self-contained blueprint storage system that features steel construction with four heavy-duty 3" ball-bearing swivel casters. The front two casters can lock which keeps the stand from rolling around if accidentally pushed or stored on a floor thats not level. The Mobile Stand rolls easily to the users point-of-use which saves time since you avoid walking across your office to get blueprints. This stand includes 12 Pivot Brackets that swing wide and allow easy access. Hanging Clamps "snap" into the pivot brackets.

GPS Pole Transporters

GPS Pole Transporters are handy accessories to have when transporting Surveying Grade GPS Equipment from job-site to job-site. Pole transporters save time with reducing the amount of time it takes to make setups!

Blueprint Filing and Storage

Wanting to file and store your Blueprints and get organized? By storing your blueprints in a organized manner, you have much to gain. Efficiency levels increase, security can increase depending on which storage solution you select, and a higher level of professionalism can appear. The first question we always ask is, "Do you want to store your blueprints rolled or unrolled?". From there, if you want to store your drawings rolled, theres corrugated vertical roll files, corrugated blueprint roll files, wire vertical roll files, and steel roll files. If you want to store your drawings unrolled, you can have the choice of flat storage such as blueprint flat files, or hanging them in a vertical fashion like with hanging file centers also known as blueprint stands or blueprint racks, and corrugated flat files. Also, theres other ways to store and protect your drawings with products like blueprint covers or protectors, and drawing portfolios and cases. Hopefully we have gotten you to thinking about the various ways to store and protect your blueprints, drawings, artwork, and any other large document.

Crain Surveyors Prism Pole

With a Grip-Tite Locking System, Topo-Boot, Steel Point, and Stedi-Rest, the Crain Surveyors Prism Pole one of the best Surveying Prism Poles we've seen on the market in a long time. This Prism Pole comes with handy features, as well as being tough and accurate!

If you do a lot of CAD work, reduce neck tension with a Monitor Arm

If you do a lot of CAD work, your can significantly reduce neck tension by replacing your flat panels legs with a Single Mount Monitor Arm. I tried one here at EngineerSupply with my 22" LCD Widescreen and my neck felt just fine after 10 hours of work. I wish I had purchased a monitor rm years ago. It's pretty simple, once you get the arm, you assemble it using either the grommet base, or the clamp base, both types are included with the ESI brands of arms. You screw the grommet type to your desk or work surface, or you use the clamp type if you don't want to drill holes in your surface. The ESI hardware is very heavy and thick which makes for a sturdy mount. Plus, they include all sorts of bolts, and allen wrenches. Also included are wire holders that mount underneath each arm, and they hold the wires and hide them which makes the appearance very neat!

Then, once the pole is secured, its very sturdy, you then slide the monitor arm down and clamp it at the height you want it. The arm I use holds my monitor up much higher than the factory base or stand it came with, which is stored in my closet for later use if I ever decided to mount my monitor back on its' factory stand. Then, once the arm is up, you can rotate, turn, tilt, and put the monitor in literally ANY position. I put my monitor up higher than normal so the middle of my monitor is almost at eye height since this seems to make my neck the straightest and most comfortable. I was very surprised at my higher energy level and mood when going home the first day I used the monitor arm! I highly recommend a monitor arm. I know I'll never work on a flat screen LCD again without one. Remember, if you want to mount two monitors, buy the dual-arm version. Same goes for three monitors, you should buy the three-arm version.

Blueprint Protectors and Blueprint Holders

Every now and then you'll need a way to carry, store, and protect your Blueprints. We have Blueprint Protectors and Blueprint Holders that will carry and protect your rolled blueprints and plans.

Accuracy of Numbers and How You State Them

Back when I was an Instrument Man working for a Land Surveying Firm, I was spending most of my waking hours in the woods or on a construction site. I was shooting points using a Total Station, and Data Collector, along with all the other essential equipment like a Tripod, Bush Axe, Walkie-Talkie, and Canteen. I was taking notes on a construction site one day and I was still new to the job and the Party Chief noticed some of my notes were showing measured distances to be written with only one place past the decimal point (tenths). He quickly jotted down three numbers on his hand, 25, 25.0, and 25.00 and then asked me what the difference was between the three numbers. I was instantly thought that this has to be a trick question, I mean they are all the same values right? I asked him if it were a trick question and he said no its not. The three numbers are all different values to me he said. He told me that if I put 25.0 then it told him I had measured to the accuracy of only a tenth. He then said if I had put 25.00 then it would have known I went to the effort and had measured to two decimal places (hundredths). Instantly I knew what he was saying to me and I realized that I had not gone far enough with my note taking. Yes I was new on the job but quickly learned the accuracy of numbers and how they are stated (displayed) can make all the difference.

Drafting Table Lamps

Illuminate your work with light! Reduce eye strain and increase productivity with a high-quality Drafting Lamp.

Drafting Compass and Divider Sets

If you're looking for a quality Drafting Compass Set, Drafting Dividers, or combinations of Dividers and Compasses, then we have a selection to choose from. These brands are well-known in the industry for Quality and Reliability.

DutchHill Tripods Price Break!

We have lowered our prices on Dutch Hill Surveying Tripods substantially. The Dutch Hill Brand is known for its heavy-duty ultra reliable Surveying Tripods. They are made of composite and carbon materials that make them light-weight and ultra reliable, and rugged. The construction allows for greater accuracy when taking surveying measurements and allows for easier carrying. Anyway, if you want an excellent tripod at an excellent price, now is the time to buy a Dutch Hill.

Measuring Tapes Explained

Ever wondered about which type of Measuring Tape is recommended for certain tasks? or needed to know more about how Measuring Tapes are made before you buy one? Read our article and find out today.

Engineering Drawing Paper

We do have a nice selection of engineering type drawing paper, isometric paper, quadrille paper, for engineering, architectural renderings, and cross sections.

EngineerSupply and FireKing

EngineerSupply becomes a Factory Authorized FireKing Dealer. These are great for storing media, papers, files, and original documents. FireKing manufacturers Fire Safes, Personal Safes, Media Safes, and Fire Proof Filing Cabinets.