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How to set up a permanent base station with Reach

How to set up a permanent base station with Reach

Long-term projects need long-term accuracy. This article explains when to use a permanent GNSS base station, how it works, and how to set it up for reliable positioning over days, weeks, or years.

Cyber Week 2025: get 10% off previous-gen Reach models

Cyber Week 2025: get 10% off previous-gen Reach models

This year, Black Friday at Emlid turned into something better: a full Cyber Week of discounts on Reach devices. From December 1 to 8, get 10% off previous-gen Reach models.

Choose the Emlid Reach receiver that fits your survey job

Choose the Emlid Reach receiver that fits your survey job

Every survey team has a different idea of the perfect setup. Let’s compare the Reach RS4, Reach RS4 Pro, Reach RX2, and Reach RS3 receivers—what’s new, what they share, and how to choose the one that fits your workflow best.

How to choose a GNSS receiver for fleet compatibility and high performance across workflows

How to choose a GNSS receiver for fleet compatibility and high performance across workflows

Keeping your GNSS receiver current isn’t just about the latest tech—it impacts field efficiency and integration with modern tools like drones and laser scanners. The right receiver is an investment in productivity, seamless workflows, and long-term project success.

What it takes to launch a surveying business

What it takes to launch a surveying business

What does it really take to launch your own surveying company? Beyond tools and technical skills, success hinges on strategy, confidence, and continuous learning. We spoke with Stefan Niculescu, a land surveyor in Scotland, and Jon Moraglia, a drone service provider from New Jersey, who both made the leap to independence.

The Firmware 33 adds dual-channel corrections output and enhances Reach RS3 UHF compatibility

The Firmware 33 adds dual-channel corrections output and enhances Reach RS3 UHF compatibility

The Reach Firmware 33 introduces new features and improvements to refine Reach RS3 compatibility over UHF and allows you to stream corrections from your Reach base using two output channels at the same time. This update is available for Reach RS3, RS2/RS2+, RS+, M2, and M+ devices.

Unlocking high-precision mapping in your GIS software with Reach

Unlocking high-precision mapping in your GIS software with Reach

Accurate GNSS data is essential for reliable GIS results. Reach receivers bring centimeter-level precision to your GIS apps like ArcGIS, enhancing field data collection and powering smarter decisions. Learn how to integrate them and see real-world use cases in action.

How to choose an RTK base station for your drone: insights from an application engineer

How to choose an RTK base station for your drone: insights from an application engineer

If you’re working in construction, mining, or infrastructure and aiming for centimeter-level accuracy, adding a GNSS base station to your RTK or PPK drone setup is essential. Emlid application engineer Kirill Pavlyuchuk shares expert tips on how to choose the right base station to power your high-precision mapping workflows.

The ultimate guide to setting up a GNSS base for centimeter accuracy

The ultimate guide to setting up a GNSS base for centimeter accuracy

A correctly set-up base station is essential for accurate GNSS surveys in RTK. Since your rover’s coordinates are only as accurate as the base’s placement, any shift in the base will directly affect the rover’s measurements. Learn the key steps for setting up a base.

Mapping Corsica’s highest peaks with Emlid GNSS receivers

Mapping Corsica’s highest peaks with Emlid GNSS receivers

The Sostremetries team set out to fix Corsica’s outdated mountain lists using high-precision GNSS technology. By combining Emlid Reach RS2+ and RS3 receivers with LiDAR and digital terrain models, they redefined what counts as a summit.