The Dirt.Simple Express - Winter 2022

AGTEK Releases Gradework Version 1.07

AGTEK has released a significant upgrade to Gradework with version 1.07. This version adds several new features to all integrated products for Gradework, Materials, Underground and Highway. New features include a new layer for background images along with an Image Selection dialog, customized Excel reports including an option for cost codes and increased precision when importing drone surveys. Watch the video on new features in version 1.07

IMAGE SELECTION FOR BACKGROUND IMAGES

In the latest version of Gradework, the sheet borders used for inserting the plan sheets and drone images have been moved from the Annotation layer to the Background Images layer. Click the Image Selection button to view all the images in the file. The Image Selection window may be moved to another screen. Rename the images to group them by type and identify the sheets easily. You may also insert the sheets using the standard procedures.

CUSTOMIZED EXCEL REPORTS

Excel reports may now be customized to accommodate the user's specific needs or interface with estimating software. On any Excel report from Gradework or Materials, you will have the option to customize the report. When exporting an Excel report you can turn off a column, change the order of the columns and save the customized list.

AGTEK Soon to Release Gradework Version 1.07.1

AGTEK will soon release Gradework version 1.07.1. This version will add a new option for displaying line colors when building GPS models. This version will also include an updated CAD reader in order to read CAD files from the latest version of AutoCAD.

DISPLAY MODELING LINE COLORS DURING DATA ENTRY

Gradework has added a new option for displaying data lines in different colors based on the line label. This may be useful when building your GPS model. To enable this option, select the Display menu and check Modeling Colors. Use the Manage Export Colors option to edit the line colors and create a default label list.

Hands-On Training Returning to Livermore

Hands-On training classes are set to resume in February 2022. The fastest way to master today's connected workflow, learn to fly drone surveys, use mobile apps, expedite GPS models, and refine your takeoffs is to book a seat in AGTEK's monthly 3-day training school in Livermore. Click here to view the course outline and sign up for the class that best fits your needs and schedule.

Click here for more training and support resources.

AGTEK Celebrates 40 Years! Customer Spotlight - N.J. Wilbanks

Early this year we were on site with a long-time customer N.J. Wilbanks Contractor, Inc. We talked about our journey together since 1988 and how AGTEK solutions are being used for practical benefit in both the field and office. Click here to view the full interview on why N.J. Wilbanks has made AGTEK part of their project workflow.

AGTEK Celebrates 40 Years! Customer Spotlight - Cyclone Land Development

For over 20 years Cyclone Land Development has been partnering with AGTEK to provide digital solutions to help simplify the construction process. Earlier this year we caught up with Hamp Covington and the Cyclone team to discuss the benefits of value engineering, sharing data between the field and office and the difference drones are making to everyday operations. Click here to view the full interview on why Cyclone Land Development has made AGTEK part of their daily workflow.

AGTEK Webinars

This year we have been hard at work creating new webinar material to show how to get the most out of your AGTEK software. With current conditions limiting travel for hands-on training, we will continue to reinforce the simplicity of AGTEK products. Replay the topics we have covered recently which include: Takeoff Fundamentals for Earthwork and Material Quantities and Takeoff Fundamentals for Earthwork and Underground Quantities. Be on the lookout for more coming out in the near future.

TAKEOFF FUNDAMENTALS FOR EARTHWORK AND MATERIAL QUANTITIES PART 1

This webinar shows how to calculate all material length, areas, counts and volumes on your project. Determine earthwork quantities of cut and fill, and explain how to interpret quantity reports for value engineering. We also cover how to share data with all stakeholders pre-bid.

Watch the video here.

TAKEOFF FUNDAMENTALS FOR EARTHWORK AND UNDERGROUND QUANTITIES PART 2

This webinar shows how to quantify pipe lengths and structure counts by depth bracket. Analize trench excavation quantities and interpret quantity reports for value engineering. We also cover how to use drone imagery to measure production progress and share data with all stakeholders pre-bid.

Watch the video here.

Get current versions

To download the latest desktop versions, AGTEK support subscribers can go to Support - Downloads and click the name of the program they wish to download. When the download is complete, click the filename to install. If Windows "protects" your PC, click "More Info", then "Run Anyway" and follow the install directions to complete the installation. (To check your program version, open the program and select Help > About "program name".

To update mobile apps for iOS devices, go to App Store and click Updates. For Android devices, go to Google Play and search AGTEK.

If you are not an AGTEK support subscriber, please click to ask for more information.