DMA Earthworks is reaping the benefits of switching to Trimble Earthworks – and you can too with a limited special offer
DMA Earthworks, a family-owned civil construction and plant hire company based in New South Wales, has for the past 18 years been delivering high-quality services across a variety of projects, from roadworks and drainage to landscaping and bulk earthworks.
A key part of its success is a partnership with SITECH Solutions, an authorised Trimble dealership in NSW and ACT, which supported DMA’s transition to Trimble machine control systems. This partnership ensures DMA gets the most out of their technology with minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
Recently, DMA Earthworks upgrading its Kobelco 225 20-tonne excavator to Trimble Earthworks. The move builds on its existing use of Trimble GCS900 across two machines as it explores the benefits of utilising advanced machine control technology.
The benefits of Trimble Earthworks
For DMA Earthworks, the decision to upgrade was driven by the tangible benefits Trimble Earthworks offers, including improved usability, faster operations and better results on-site, SITECH Solutions says.
“The boys love it,” DMA Earthworks owner Dan Atherton says.
“To go from GCS900 to Trimble Earthworks – it just blows you away, the stuff that it can do. With GCS900, you only had two lines to work with. But Earthworks is full 3D. You can move it with your fingers, it’s all touchscreen – like using a tablet. It’s quicker and more convenient.”
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The ease of use extends to training new operators. DMA Earthworks has seen significant benefits from using the Trimble Assistant App, which provides tutorials that simplify the learning process.
“A lot of my boys have Samsungs, so I get them to download the Trimble Assistant app,” Atherton says.
“They watch the tutorials, and it walks them through what to do. It’s been pretty good.”
Unmatched customer support from SITECH Solutions
One of the standout reasons DMA Earthworks continues to choose Trimble products is the exceptional support they receive from SITECH Solutions. Atherton highlights how critical this support is to his operations.
“With the Trimble systems, there’s less downtime,” he says.
“It’s more reliable, and the SITECH Solutions team can log in and rectify any issues, keeping the machines operating at maximum efficiency.”
This level of customer service ensures that DMA’s fleet is always ready for the job, maintaining productivity and minimising delays, even on the most challenging projects.
Performance and reliability
For Atherton and his team, reliability is critical, especially on Tier 1 projects and subcontracting jobs for major companies like Western Earthmoving.
“You’ve got to be quick. You’ve got to get in and out,” Atherton says.
He also highlights how Trimble Earthworks has made contract work like drainage projects more efficient, saving both time and money.
“I will never buy [other systems] again – I’ve had so many problems with them,” Atherton says.
“With Trimble systems, there’s less downtime. It’s more reliable, and the SITECH Solutions team can log in to rectify any issues, keeping the machines operating at maximum efficiency.”
Trimble’s compatibility across job sites is another key advantage.
“Every job site you go to, surveyors all know Trimble and what file it runs,” he says.
“With competitor products, surveyors would ask, ‘What file does that run?’ But with Trimble, they know what to do straight away.”
Upgrade now
Trimble GCS900 has been a cornerstone of machine control in Australia since 2006. However, Trimble Earthworks builds on this legacy, offering a 500 per cent increase in sensor speed, brighter Android-based touchscreens, and mastless solutions for dozers and graders. The platform is also future-proof, with upgrades such as payload, AR camera and automatics available for selected machines.
DMA Earthworks’ recent upgrade to Trimble Earthworks is part of a broader trend of companies adopting next-generation machine control systems to optimise their fleets and improve site integration.
Special Promotion: upgrade and save
For a limited time, SITECH Solutions is offering exclusive discounts for businesses upgrading from Trimble GCS900 to Earthworks. Until 31 December 2024, businesses can take advantage of these special rates:
- Excavator (without tilt): $30,000 + GST
- Excavator (with tilt): $32,000 + GST
- Cat or Deere grader: $45,000 + GST
- Dozer: $45,000 + GST
Future-proof your fleet and save. Contact SITECH Solutions today to upgrade your machine control system. Learn more at SITECHsolutions.com.au.