If you have spent any time on a UK infrastructure project recently, you have likely seen an autonomous layout robot transforming how setting-out is managed. At PQS Survey, as the exclusive UK distributor, we offer this cutting-edge tech in our fleet. I caught up with Per to find out how hiring it delivers massive cost savings compared to the HP SitePrint.
Built for Speed and Savings
Simon Lunt (PQS): Per, our hire customers always have be mindful of the bottom line. How does hiring the TinySurveyor stack up financially against alternatives like the HP?
Per: “It comes down to immediate cost and flexibility, Simon. When you hire the TinySurveyor, there is no massive capital outlay. Plus, it works with your existing GNSS receivers, so you do not have to hire an entire, proprietary hardware setup just to get moving.”
The True Cost: Fixed Hire vs Pay-per-Square-Metre
Simon: A major talking point with the HP unit packages is the pay-as-you-go pricing structure, which often charges by the square metre or square foot. How do you view our hire model to that?
Per: “The HP model charges you for the space you print, which can make project budgeting unpredictable. If you have a massive footprint with low line density, you are still penalised by the area. With the TinySurveyor from PQS Survey, you pay a flat, transparent weekly hire rate. You can print as many lines, points, and text as you want over any area without the fear of a ticking meter driving up your bills.”
Flexible Hire for Instant ROI
Simon: Many site managers prefer hiring over ownership to mitigate risk. Why is our hire fleet the ideal route for this tech?
Per: “As PQS Survey is the exclusive UK distributor, hiring gives companies instant productivity gains without any depreciation worries. You can hire it exactly when you need it for specific projects, proving its cost-effectiveness in real time without a long-term commitment.”
Efficiency on the Move
Simon: Layout stakes and marking can take survey crews days. How fast can a weekly hire pay for itself on a typical job?
Per: “It finishes tasks up to ten times faster than traditional manual methods. By reducing a multi-man crew down to a single operator managing the robot, the system frequently pays back its weekly hire cost within the first few hours on site.”
The TinySurveyor: At a Glance
Highly Cost-Effective: No huge upfront purchase costs and works with your existing GNSS kit to save budget.
Don’t Worry About Area Covered: Pay a flat, weekly hire rate rather than by the metre.
Exclusive UK Fleet: Only available to hire through PQS Survey with full local backing and training.
Rapid Payout: Completes stakeout tasks ten times faster to ensure immediate payback on your hire rate.
Simple Operation: Easy tablet interface ensures your team is up and running in minutes.
Per’s Top Tip: Hire to Match the Project
Per: “Do not tie up capital in hardware that sits in a depot between jobs. Hire the TinySurveyor to match your exact project schedule. It keeps your setup costs low, your risks zero, and your field workflows simple.”
Why Hire or Buy the TinySurveyor from PQS Survey?
As the exclusive UK partner, we ensure you get peerless support alongside cutting-edge automation.
Freshly Configured: Every hire unit is fully updated and calibrated by our expert technicians before delivery.
Rapid Despatch: We get the robot to your site exactly when needed, complete with regional delivery and technical support on your first set up.
Expert Support: Our team provides full onboarding, helping you load design files and manage field workflows.
You can find more information about the TinySurveyor by clicking here.
Simon Lunt
Sales and Marketing Manager, PQS Survey
