Carlson Software

Founded in 1983, Carlson Software Inc. specializes in CAD design software, field data collection, laser measurement, mining, and machine control products.

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Carlson's 2026 (Vi)King of the Woods contest is now open! You can submit your photos of a Carlson GNSS solution (Viking, BRx7, RTk5+, etc.) performing in challenging conditions or just in exceptionally cool locations or situations to [email protected]!

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Carlson LMD is back in Elko, Nevada for the 2026 Elko Mining Expo.

Make sure to stop and see Gavin Franklyne from our Laser Measurement Devices team along with our partner Mat Taber from Petrova solutions at booth #27 inside.

More about Carlson LMD ⤵️
https://t.co/YJNWGzp9KV

More about the Elko Mining Expo ⤵️
https://t.co/vlKOFnxYcw

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Mining operations are under increasing pressure to make faster decisions with greater confidence. From drill-and-blast optimization to stope reconciliation and machine guidance, modern mines are relying more heavily than ever on accurate spatial data – and increasingly, they expect that data in near real time.

Historically, many mining workflows operated with delayed feedback loops. Survey information, cavity scans, drillhole deviation data and production measurements were often collected manually, processed later and reviewed long after operational decisions had already been made.

That model is changing...

Read more!👉https://t.co/supUGO2Kvn

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We’re wrapping up day 2 at the 2026 FIG Congress in Cape Town, South Africa. Visit Carlson at booth #8 to explore our latest instruments, software, and workflow solutions for surveying and engineering professionals.

From field data collection and GNSS to office software and project deliverables, our team is here to answer questions, demonstrate workflows, and discuss the latest developments across the Carlson product lineup.

More about Carlson ⤵️
https://t.co/sjlJuiUeWZ

More about FIG Congress ⤵️
https://t.co/ZGT9i0ITJX

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RPP test in the field – know it's right before you leave the site!

Is your state considering the ALTA-NSPS RPP test for boundary surveys? Carlson SurvPC makes it easy – you can run the ALTA-NSPS RPP test in the field before you leave the site!

Get more info in this article from Doug Aaberg, PLS on the powerful least squares abilities in Carlson's SurvPC field software👉https://t.co/q0IZHtPLVX

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The Carlson Boretrak360° offers a lightweight, easy-to-use borehole measurement platform constructed of high strength anodized aluminum and titanium. The 360° is half the weight of previous Boretrak® iterations while maintaining the same level of engineering accuracy that blasting teams can depend on.

Check out the unboxing & assembly video, and blast with confidence 💥⤵️
https://t.co/uzjLoNCxMX

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With features including Triple-Fix technology and industry-leading calibration-free tilt to 60°, the Kentucky-built Carlson Viking empowers professionals to work more efficiently and confidently, regardless of the environment.

Rethink what RTK performance can be – with the Carlson Viking. https://t.co/hOissjtxJM

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We’re in Vancouver, BC for CIM Connect 2026.

Stop by booth #1800 to see what’s new from Carlson Mining, Machine Control, and Laser Measurement Devices.

Thank you to our partner, Olio, for their continued support.

More about Carlson for Mining ⤵️
https://t.co/l63oykPnDd

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Please help us welcome Chris Fuller, the new Carlson Regional Sales Director for ID, MT, OR, WA, and WY!

A veteran of the land surveying world, Chris has spent 26 years mapping the terrain—the last eight as a Project Manager for Pacific Coast Surveys. Chris holds an LSIT certification and a firm belief that no project is too complex to solve with the right mix of experience and innovation.

Welcome aboard, Chris!

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We're looking forward to catching up and connecting with everyone at CIM Connect May 3-6, 2026.

We are exhibiting with all our latest software, instruments, and machine control solutions for mining at booth #1800.

More about Carlson for Mining ⤵️
https://t.co/N6Qe9JXA3i

Register for CIM 2026 ⤵️
https://t.co/IEMesb7oX1

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The Carlson Go West 2026 User Conference is a wrap!🎬 From kickoff through the final class, we have been honored to have so many of our great customers, dealers, and staff here learning, teaching, and connecting. Safe travels to everyone on their way home, and we hope to see you next year in our hometown of Maysville, Kentucky, for Carlson's 2027 User Conference!

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Carlson Go West 2026 is underway! We kicked off with a welcome social & banquet last night, followed today by the keynote from Carlson Founder and CEO Bruce Carlson, and classes including "Network Rover Best Practices," "From Paper Plans to Staked" and "From Drone Flight to Volumes" are happening now!

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We can't wait to see so many of you next week at the 2026 Carlson Go West User Conference! We'll see you at registration on the second floor of the Little America Hotel when you arrive!

Have any questions? Visit the conference website for more information or to ask a question 👉https://t.co/JhHaiACqKA

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Learn more about how Carlson PhotoCapture's StockpileStudio Auto Outline Confidence System can help fine tune the automated creation of stockpiles on complex sites in this new video!: https://t.co/OEzRZSitOO

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The Carlson Viking is at home in the trees–Triple-Fixed as usual in these photos from today, located somewhere in New England!

Learn more about the (Vi)King of the woods👉https://t.co/nqgJb9Qdmk

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We're less than two weeks away from the 2026 Carlson Go West User Conference, but it's not too late to sign up! Join us April 20-22 in beautiful 🏙️Salt Lake City for 60+ classes covering everything from field-to-finish to GNSS best practices to road design, mining pit design, deeds, drone LiDAR, and much more! More info, complete class descriptions, hotels, pricing👉https://t.co/A8PVXu2Ht5

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"But will the Carlson Viking perform under big trees?..."

Yes. The answer is yes...Even under the world's largest trees.

Carlson Machine Control team members Charles Vanderpool and Michael Sweeney recently took a side quest to Sequoia National Park between visits to machine control sites, bringing their Viking and Carlson Machine Control's Grade Supervisor field software with them for some (successful) testing.

There's a new (Vi)King of the woods. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/xofqymvSf3

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Carlson Software, Laser Measurement Devices (LMD) is proud to announce the Boretrak®360° – the latest in borehole deviation measurement. It provides a lightweight, easy-to-use platform that is a no-brainer to improve safety in underground and surface drill and blast environments.

Constructed of high strength anodized aluminum and titanium, the 360° is half the weight of previous Boretrak® iterations while maintaining the same level of engineering accuracy that blasting teams can depend on.

Contact our team or your Carlson dealer today and blast with confidence 💥

Read the Full Announcement ⤵️
https://t.co/ZwbOPZqOhw

Visit the Boretrak®360° Page ⤵️
https://t.co/RB1Qv4l8YT

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Know it's right before you leave the site!

Check out this new article from Doug Aaberg, PLS on the powerful least squares abilities in Carlson's SurvPC field software 👉https://t.co/9utOGa452t

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Carlson and Carlson dealer Wachusett Survey Solutions were on site this week with customer Powell Stone & Gravel to answer some drone and software questions...And yes, of course we took the opportunity to show off the Carlson Viking in the woods!