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How can I request a quote for Aerial Mapping Services?Our head office contact: Office:1-604-942-5551 Toll Free: 1-877-942-5551 James Hume jhume@eaglemapping.com To provide you with pricing we will need some information from you ... A map of your area of interest (kmz - shape file - list of coordinates ...) How many pulses / m2 of LiDAR you require? 2 pulses /m2 is a minimum 4 pulses for areas with moderate tree cover (this should give you 1-2 ground measurements / m2) 8 pulses for areas with dense vegetation (i.e rainforests found on the west coast of north America) 12 pulses/m2 for areas with dense veg and dense underbrush 20 pulses / m2 for intense vegetation (i.e. central American rainforests) What kind of accuracy you require? Our standard accuracy is +/-15cm vertical and +/- 30cm horizontal Our enhanced accuracy is +/-10cm vertical and +/- 20cm horizontal If you would like airphotos - what resolution do you require? Most clients request +/- 30cm
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Where is the head office of Eagle Mapping Located?Our head office is located in Port Coquitlam, BC, CANADA. Our experienced management team is supported by senior technical staff. 201 - 2071 Kingsway Avenue Port Coquitlam, BC, V3C 6N2 Canada Tel: 1-877-942-5551 Fax: +1 604-942-5951 info@eaglemapping.com
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How much experience does Eagle Mapping have?Eagle Mapping has more than 30 years of Aerial Mapping experience. We have flown LiDAR from Alaska to Chile. We have clients associated with Mining, Forestry, Engineering, Energy, Archeology, Ecological and First Nations sectors. With over 30 years of experience, Eagle Mapping has an experienced management team that is supported by senior technical staff to produce high quality accurate maps. A wide variety of deliverables are available using specialized processing and mapping software. We own the state of the art LiDAR collection equipment including the RIEGL LMS-Q1560, the Q780 and the VQ-780i . We use the most sophisticated software to process LiDAR data. LiDAR and digital photography are acquired with our own Cessna 206 and other leased aircraft when necessary.
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What is Eagle Mapping's expertise?We specialize in Aerial LiDAR and Air photo collection and processing. We have highly trained and skilled staff.
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What kind of equipment & technology does Eagle Mapping have?We own state of the art LiDAR collection equipment including the RIEGL LMS-Q1560, LMS-Q780 and VQ-780i. We use the most sophisticated software to process LiDAR data. Eagle Mapping owns and operates a Cessna 206 out of Pitt Meadows airport in British Columbia, Canada.
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What kind of service can I expect?Eagle Mapping employs professional staff that understand the importance of delivering a quality product in a timely manner. You can view our testimonials page here.
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What can LiDAR be used for?We have clients associated with Mining, Forestry,Engineering, Energy, Archeology, Ecological and First Nations sectors.
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Who are LiDAR clients?We have clients all over the World. Our clients range from small business to large corporations.
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Where are you currently flying?The Flight Zone Bulletin page lets you know where we are currently flying. If we are currently flying in an area of your interest, please feel free to contact us today for our no cost, no obligation proposal. Please note that we are not limited to the areas we are currently flying in. We operate throughout the Americas and have flown LiDAR from Alaska to Chile.
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What can Airborne LiDAR do for my Oil & Gas project?Time & cost effective data collection Accuracies up to 5cm vertically Fully-customizable point density to suit project requirements Multiple return per pulse technology for dense tree canopy penetration Can be paired with digital photography for simultaneous collection in both forma
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Can you provide more information on your GPS Surveys?Operating dual-frequency Trimble GPS receivers Instantaneous positioning with sub-cm accuracy Control point monumentation Base station occupation for LiDAR / aerial photo control Remote Accessibility
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Ortho Photography services provided?DiMAC 60 megapixel and 80 megapixel Phase One digital cameras, can be flown simultaneously with LiDAR Pixel resolutions from 5 to >50 cm Our cameras offer patented True Forward Motion Compensation and True Color processing for increased image sharpness and true-to-life coloring Ortho-rectification methods provide true ground scale for accurate measurement Digital / plotted delivery formats available
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Can Satellite Imagery be used for my large scale project?Yes. Panchromatic, multi/hyperspectral, and color imagery available, with pixel resolutions 0.3m to 5.0m Useful for large scale projects We can supply existing imagery for fast turnaround, or task a desired satellite for new collection and maximum flexibility
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Can Photogrammetry be used for my small to medium sized project?Yes. Fully-customizable product tailor-fit to your needs Engineering-level detail Planimetric mapping Contour & break-line generation Ideal for small - medium sized projects Can be combined with LiDAR, Orthophotos, and 3D feature collection in any configuration
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Why should I use Aerial LiDAR?Time & cost-effective data collection Accuracies up to 5 cm vertically Fully-customizable point density to suit project requirements Multiple return per pulse technology for dense tree canopy penetration Can be paired with digital photography for simultaneous collection in both formats
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How is LiDAR used in Forestry?LiDAR provides very detailed and accurate topography and vegetation information for Inventory-Harvesting-Conservation-Wildlife Modeling-Landslide Analysis Data can be used for: Contour Maps and Hillside Models Slope Models, Slope Direction Models, Sections and more Canopy Height Model (CHM) Digital Elevation Model (DEM) / “Bare-Earth” (surface of earth with trees removed) Hydrology Timber Species Identification (TSI) For each tree on the ground…Location / Height / Estimate Volume / Estimate Quality (saw log – pulp – waste)
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What are Ortho Photography Services do you provide?DiMAC 60 megapixel and 80 megapixel Phase One digital cameras, can be flown simultaneously with LiDAR Pixel resolutions from 3 to >50 cm Our cameras offer patented True Forward Motion Compensation and True Color processing for increased image sharpness and true-to-life coloring Colour Infrared (CIR) and/or RGB (Natural Colour / Red Green Blue) Ortho-rectification methods provide true ground scale for accurate measurement Digital / plotted delivery formats available
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What photogrammetry services do you provide?Fully-customizable product tailor-fit to your needs Engineering-level detail Planimetric mapping Contour & break-line generation Can be combined with LiDAR, Orthophotos, and 3D feature collection in any configuration
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How is LiDAR used in mining?Grass Roots Exploration High quality base map Locate historical workings or old roads for easier access Lineament Analysis Determine ice flow direction Map resistant (or recessive) lithologies, faults or veins Locate or follow veins/faults/contacts/dykes even under heavy forest canopy Advanced Exploration Locate potential drill sites Plan drill access routes Plot accurate drill sections (more likely to get correct interpretation) Archaeology / Environmental studies Locate illegal miners Better topography for geophysics (especially Gravity) Resource Evaluation Accurate and detailed topo leads to more accurate resource model Engineering Construction Phase Slope maps / Topo maps / Wet vs Dry soil maps Roads / power line routes Plan Tailings Storage Facilities Resource Extraction Accurately measure volume of rock removed from pit Measure remaining capacity of tailings storage Measure volume of ore / waste piles
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How is LiDAR used in Engineering?LiDAR provides detailed (1 to 10 or more measurements per m2) accurate (+/- 15cm vertical +/-30cm horizontal) digital elevation measurements. This kind of data can be obtained even under heavy forest cover. This data can be used in … Estimate documents Scoping studies Proposal documents (3-D fly through) Engineered plans “As built” confirmation Rate of change maps … coastline erosion tailing dam change urbanization illegal miners Digital elevation data can then be processed to develop a number of maps that are very useful. For example some municipalities have bylaws that state only ground less than 3:1 slopes can be developed on. Topo data can be manipulated into slope maps … areas >3:1 vs areas <3:1 slope
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How is LiDAR used for Energy projects?Precision maps created using digital Aerial Photography and/or LiDAR technology supply important reference information for planners, engineers, conservationists, habitat management and financial institutions providing capital. Electrical energy generation, either from hydro electric dams or wind generation turbines, must take into account many factors during the planning process. Terrain modeling is necessary to determine ground and vegetation interaction with wind patterns against wind turbines and flood modeling when creating a dam reservoir. The preservation of fish and wildlife habitat are now recognized as important components of the earth’s ecosystem. Accurate mapping provides a clear examination of rivers and streams as well as vegetation cover and tree density. This allows the planners and engineers to maximize the installation of the energy generating infrastructure while minimizing the impact on the surrounding nature. Elevation models provided by precise mapping allow for the efficient and cost effective design of access roads as well as hydro power lines and oil or gas pipeline corridors.
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How is LiDAR used in Environmental Studies?There are a number of applications for LiDAR / Aerial Photography within Environmental Studies. Forest Environment: LiDAR is capable of penetrating even very thick forest canopies. We are able to image all levels of the forest from the canopy to the small shrubs in the understory. The image to the right shows a typical LiDAR profile view of a forest notice the detail in the tree (trunks - branches - leaves) and in the understory. We are able to produce maps that show vegetation density for any or all intervals. this can be used to model as mammal habitat, carbon sequestration to fire loads. Wetlands: Most LiDAR sensors, including the ones we use, utilize a Near Infra Red (NIR) wavelength of light. NIR is strongly absorbed by water. As such wetlands show up very well on LiDAR imagery. Even small ponds / swamps only a meter or two across will show up. Combined with the topographic data, a very accurate map of the wetlands can be produced. The image above shows how much NIR light has been reflected. There are two swampy areas in the center (dark colors) well drained soils show up as light tones. Creeks/Rivers: LiDAR is able to produce stunning maps that show where channels are, where they will be during high water events, and even where they were in the past. This is very valuable information for people interested in all kinds of aquatic life - fish to dragonfly nymphs.
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Does Eagle Mapping have a USA Services contact?Yes. You can contact Andrew Lewis, Vice President Sales & Marketing alewis@eaglemapping.com
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Does Eagle Mapping have a Central & South America Services contact?Yes. Eagle Mapping has more than 30 years of Aerial Mapping experience. We have flown LiDAR from Argentina to Mexico (including Nicaragua, Colombia, Peru and Chile). We have clients in these areas that are associated with Mining, Archeology and Oil & Gas. We specialize in Aerial LiDAR and Air photo collection and processing. We have highly knowledgeable and professional Spanish speaking staff. Hector de los Santos, Geomatics Sales Manager hsantos@eaglemapping.com
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