How to calculate the horizontal distance with auto level machine at construction site

Mukesh Shah, the renowned engineer, has provided some useful construction tips on how to calculate horizontal distance at construction site with autolevel machine.

In this video a circle is provided where two red lines intersect with each other. It is known as cross hair. The two lines intersect the red line and it is known as stadia hair. The horizontal distance in the construction site will be determined with the help of stadia hair.

Automatic level or auto level belongs to an optical instrument that is employed to set up or substantiate points in the similar horizontal plane. It is applied in surveying and building along with a vertical staff to calculate height variations as well as transfer, determine and set heights.

This Professional Leveling Tool is very useful for Contractors, Builders, Land Surveying Professionals, or the Engineer who want to make perfect leveling each time. Auto Level can be set up quickly. It is very user-friendly and save time & money on every job.

How to set up auto level

Auto Level Setup

1. Arrange the tripod to the optimal level, step on tripod legs to drive into the ground.
2. Affix auto level to the tripod.
3. Modify level to place the bubble in center in vial.

4. Modify recital unless crosshairs are apparent.
5. Modify the objective lens unless object that is viewed becomes apparent.

To learn the detail calculation process, watch the following video tutorial.

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