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Set Foundation Grade using Laser Level

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This makes MORE walls FAIL than anything. #retainingwall

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What happens here

Utilize a laser level, specifically a Topcon RL-H5A, mounted on a tripod to establish a precise and level reference point across the entire foundation area. A grade rod with a level detector is then used by a worker to measure and verify the trench depth at various points, ensuring the foundation is perfectly level and at the correct height for the first course of blocks. The excavator or manual shoveling can be used to make fine adjustments to the trench's depth until the desired grade is achieved.

Goal: Create a level and properly graded base for the retaining wall.

Tools and materials

  • Excavator Bobcat — Making larger adjustments to the trench depth if needed
  • Grade Rod — Measuring height differences from the laser plane
  • Laser Level Topcon RL-H5A — Establishing a precise horizontal reference plane for grading
  • Level Detector — Attaching to the grade rod to indicate when the desired level is reached
  • Shovel — Making minor adjustments to the trench depth
  • Tripod — Supporting the laser level at a stable height

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night and I got a ticket. So Tim got us a new laser. It's at Topcon. Look at that. All nice and new. Oh, hey, man. That shows you how far you got to go. Look at that. It shows you how far you got to go until you're up there. That's kind of neat. We're at 11 in over there. I was more excited about that than Blaine was. What Sam forgot to mention is that was actually Blaine's excited face. He has two states, happy and asleep. I've never seen the man get ruffled by anything.

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