Grade Screen

In the AutoGrade main screen, the plan view is displayed on the right with the insert showing a close-up of the machine. The screen shown here indicates dozer vehicle files, but other vehicle files can be used.

The lower left panel contains the vehicle in either side (cross-section) or blade (profile) views. The inset shows the machine in side view.

The upper left panel allows the user to: change views; set elevation, blade, activity, or delay; access tools such as: monitor, check calibration, or change polyline to centerline. It also displays stations (chainage) and offsets if a centerline is active, GPS status, current elevation, and appropriate cut/fill values. Underneath this section, there is quick access to the different ``Set'' options. Carlson Software AutoGrade Motor Scraper

Elevation differences can be determined from a Flat Pad Elevation or from an existing Design Surface Model. Entering an elevation allows for the operator to work without needing a surface designed by engineering software. By giving the operator this tool, if the machine is moved to a new working area that requires a change in elevation, the operator has the ability to continue working and reduce downtime.

Other ``Set'' items include:

Blade - The work-to side can be left, center, or right.
Activity - These are user defined, but some examples include: rip, push, and tram.
Delay - These are user defined, but some examples include: lunch, maintenance, and shift change.