The Importance of High-Quality Surveying Pillars

Wrong pillar construction example

Surveying pillars are essential for accurate topographic measurements, providing a stable base for equipment like total stations and GNSS receivers. Defective pillars, such as those with vibrations, can compromise the integrity of the data. The team at Miami Coservice has extensive expertise in reviewing and verifying these structures to ensure their correct construction.

Infrastructure projects that demand millimeter-level precision require not only high-quality equipment but also well-constructed support pillars (monumentation) and precise polygonal networks. These points of support must be durable and resistant to movement over time. Inaccurate surveys often result in discrepancies and structural shifts beyond tolerances, issues that could have been avoided with a thorough review of geodetic networks and support points from the start.

In the video below, we showcase an example of a poorly constructed pillar that suffers from significant vibration issues, demonstrating the importance of high-quality pillar construction for accurate measurements.

By investing in high-quality surveying and expert personnel experienced in working with high-precision levels, potential errors are minimized, ensuring the project's long-term success.