Bathymetric Survey Boats (USV): CHCNAV Apache Buyer's Guide
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Configured for your workflow, shipped across Canada from Calgary and backed by our geomatics team. Get a tailored quote, book a live demo, or rent first and decide later.
LiDAR scanners
Drone, handheld SLAM and vehicle mobile mapping LiDAR.
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RTK GNSS receivers
IMU-RTK, visual and laser rovers, base stations and kits.
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Bathymetric survey
Apache USVs, single-beam and multibeam echosounders, ADCP.
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UAV platforms
X500 and VTOL drones for LiDAR and photogrammetry.
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Machine control
3D guidance for excavators, dozers and graders.
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Precision agriculture
RTK auto-steering and base stations for farm equipment.
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Processing software
CoPre, CoProcess, Terrasolid, Metashape, LandStar.
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Used & demo equipment
Pre-owned and ex-demo systems at lower prices.
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Survey Equipment Rentals · Canada-wide from Calgary
Rent the same CHCNAV gear we sell — by the day or week
LiDAR, SLAM scanners, RTK GNSS and survey boats, shipped complete with software and support. 3-day minimum, 24-hour dispatch, online booking.
Drone LiDAR
UAV LiDAR systems
from $2,600 / week
AA6D payload or full AA6D + X500 kit, CoPre software included.
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Handheld SLAM
RS10 & RS7 scanners
from $1,200 / week
Indoor, underground and outdoor 3D scanning at walking speed.
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RTK GNSS
iBase + i89 base/rover
from $1,250 / week
Controller, LandStar 8 and Latnet CORS network access included.
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Bathymetric & mobile
Apache 3 USV · AU20
from $2,900 / week
Autonomous survey boat and vehicle-mounted mobile LiDAR.
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CHCNAV i83 Pro IMU-RTK GNSS Receiver with Trimble RTX Support
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CHCNAV AlphaAir 9 (AA9), LiDAR Powerhouse for UAV Mapping
The AlphaAir 9 delivers ultra-accurate LiDAR scanning with integrated 26MP RGB imaging, capturing up to 500,000 points/sec with 6 returns. Processing software is included – with no subscription fee. It captures high-density, survey-quality data in any environment. Compact, efficient, and easy to deploy, it’s ideal for surveying, forestry, power line inspection, and more – especially when paired with the powerful CHCNAV X500 drone, also compatible with DJI M300 / M350 and other UAV systems.
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Drone LiDAR in Canada: How to Choose a UAV LiDAR System (CHCNAV AlphaAir Guide)
Choosing a UAV LiDAR system in Canada: CHCNAV AlphaAir 450, 9, 10, 6, 15 and AlphaUni 20 compared, plus drone, software and RPAS considerations.
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How to Choose an RTK GNSS Receiver: CHCNAV i76, i83, i85, i89, i93 and ViLi i100 Compared
Compare CHCNAV RTK GNSS receivers — i76, i83, i83 Pro, i85, i89, i93, ViLi i100 and iBase — and pick the right rover for your work in Canada.
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CHCNAV RS10 vs RS7: Which Handheld SLAM Scanner Do You Need?
CHCNAV RS10 vs RS7 compared: GNSS + SLAM vs indoor SLAM, accuracy, scan rate, runtime and use cases — plus rental options in Canada.
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UHF Radio Links for GNSS RTK: Bandwidth, Modulation and Protocols Explained
A practical surveyor's guide to UHF radio links in GNSS RTK — channel spacing, GMSK vs 4FSK, FEC, TRIMTALK, SATEL, Pacific Crest protocols, and how to get the most range...
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Bathymetric Surveying with USVs: Modern Hydrography Using CHCNAV Apache Systems
Hydrographic Surveying · Bathymetric Mapping · Canada Hydrographic and Bathymetric Surveying Systems: A Complete Guide to USVs, ADCPs, and Multibeam Sonar From stormwater pond surveys and reservoir sediment studies to...
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Survey-Grade GNSS Corrections and Data Formats Explained
Complete guide to GNSS corrections — RTK, NTRIP, RTCM MSM, CORS and PPP for centimeter-accurate surveying, precision agriculture, machine control, and UAV mapping. Includes the technical reasons accuracy fails, base...
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Key Considerations for Selecting GNSS (RTK) Equipment for Your Company
A practical buyer's guide to choosing GNSS RTK equipment — receivers, rovers, and base stations — for Canadian surveyors, construction crews, and geomatics professionals. This guide walks through the ten...
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Enhancing Accuracy: A Dive into Advanced GNSS Receivers
Discover how advanced GNSS receivers, such as those with integrated IMU and dual-camera technology, are transforming precision mapping and surveying. Learn about multi-constellation tracking, multipath mitigation, and real-time corrections that...
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How SLAM LiDAR is Changing the Game
A practical guide to the CHCNAV RS7 and RS10 handheld SLAM LiDAR scanners — how SLAM and INS positioning work, when loop closure is and isn't needed, which scanner suits...
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How to choose the Best LiDAR
When choosing a LiDAR for precision mapping, critical specs include accuracy, weight, scan speed, and more. CHCNAV’s AA10 and AU20 systems excel with high precision, multiple returns, versatile integration, and...
