Precision is essential for any data center build, and the most reliable way to achieve it is by combining industry‑leading Trimble tools in one connected workflow. The Trimble R780 Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) rover, the RTS773 robotic total station and the X9 3D laser scanner all work in conjunction with Trimble FieldLink for the most accurate data center site layout planning. Together, these tools help you meet tight tolerances, maintain coordinate continuity, verify work at each milestone, streamline inspections and confidently move into commissioning.
Data centers require the rapid setup of accurate control, millimeter precision during layout and thorough verification before handoff. Trimble's data center construction survey equipment works together to deliver these requirements. Here are three essential pieces of equipment needed to build a data center.
Establish and maintain site control with the Trimble R780 GNSS. It excels at fast, site‑wide control and georeferenced work outdoors across large data center campuses. Its speed over large areas and ability to maintain a single project coordinate system keep every trade aligned from day one.
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Ensure millimeter-accurate building and MEP layout with the Trimble RTS773. This robotic total station provides precise building layout and vertical control. With this tool, line-of-sight precision and repeatability support fine-tolerance work, driving mission-critical performance.
Crews use it for:
With 3D scanners like Trimble's X9, you can ensure precision and support sustainable construction. Conduct high-density verification and coordination for clash avoidance, progress tracking and as-built documentation. Millimeter‑grade, full‑context truth enables confident QA/QC and coordination across stakeholders.
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Here's how you can use these Trimble tools together to build a data center.
Begin with the Trimble R780 GNSS to build a single, reliable coordinate system across the campus. Set primary and secondary control, georeference building corners and utility corridors and run grid checks after earthwork. Publish that control into Trimble Connect through Trimble FieldLink so every team works from the same grid.
With control locked in, the Trimble RTS773 delivers precision layout where millimeters matter. Set up control and place anchor bolts, embeds, slab penetrations, hanger points, cable tray lines and server rack centerlines with millimeter accuracy. Transfer control between levels and maintain tight horizontal and vertical alignment to protect airflow, power paths and aisle spacing.
To confirm reality and coordinate trades, use the Trimble X9 3D. Scan pre-pour and post-pour slabs to report floor flatness and floor levelness, validate steel and rack positions and verify MEP clearances. Register scans to the same control, compare to building information modeling (BIM) data in FieldLink and produce deviation maps and as-built packages for QA/QC control and turnover.
Keep the loop running as construction advances. Refresh control with the R780, refine layout with the RTS773, and rescan key areas with the X9 at milestones. One coordinate system and three specialized tools give speed, precision and defensible documentation across the entire build.
Simplify precision layout by standardizing your inventory with Trimble gear from BuildingPoint SouthEast, your exclusive Trimble dealer. Purchase new or certified Trimble tools from us or rent daily, weekly or monthly with complete kits that arrive ready for the field. Once the data center building equipment is on-site, our certified trainers can educate your crew with in-person, virtual or open classroom sessions. Our training covers hardware setup, FieldLink workflows, 3D scanning and QA/QC reporting.
To ensure everything runs smoothly, our Southeast service centers handle calibrations, maintenance and repairs. We help keep your teams productive with rentals and protection plan loaners when needed. With one partner for hardware, rentals, training and support, you can quickly set up a control layout. Contact us today for a tailored package for your data center build.