Emlid and Esri Announce Partnership to Enhance GIS and Surveying Workflows
February 27th, 2025
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Emlid, a leading manufacturer of high-precision GNSS receivers, has partnered with Esri, global leader in geographic information system (GIS) software, to provide seamless integration between Emlid’s Reach RS3 and Reach RX receivers and Esri’s ArcGIS Field Maps application. This collaboration aims to simplify and enhance geospatial data collection for professionals in surveying, construction, environmental management, and other GIS-related fields.
What This Partnership Brings to Users
By integrating Emlid’s high-precision GNSS receivers with Esri’s powerful GIS software, users benefit from:
1. Streamlined Field-to-Office Workflow
With direct compatibility between Emlid Reach devices and Esri’s ArcGIS Field Maps, users can collect and update high-accuracy geospatial data in real-time. This eliminates the need for manual data transfers, reducing errors and improving overall efficiency.
2. Centimeter-Level Accuracy with RTK and Tilt Compensation
Reach RS3:The latest addition to Emlid’s lineup, the Reach RS3, features tilt compensation, allowing users to capture accurate GNSS data even when the receiver is not perfectly level. This is particularly useful for surveyors working in rugged or constrained environments where holding a pole upright isn’t always possible. The Reach RS3 supports multi-band RTK positioning for fast and reliable corrections, delivering centimeter-level accuracy.
Reach RX: A lightweight, ultra-portable multi-band RTK rover, the Reach RX is designed for effortless GNSS data collection, weighing only 250 grams. It is ideal for GIS professionals needing high-accuracy location data with minimal setup.
3. Full Compatibility with iOS and Android Devices
One of the key benefits of this partnership is the ability to use Emlid’s receivers with ArcGIS Field Maps on both iOS and Android. The MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad) certification ensures seamless integration with Apple devices, allowing GIS professionals to work directly from their preferred smartphones and tablets.
4. Real-Time GNSS Corrections and Cloud Integration
Both the Reach RS3 and Reach RX can connect to Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) correction services via NTRIP, ensuring precise positioning. When paired with ArcGIS Field Maps, collected data is instantly available for analysis, mapping, and decision-making, whether in the field or back at the office.
5. Increased Efficiency and Cost Savings
By reducing setup time, eliminating the need for complex post-processing, and enabling real-time data collection, this integration saves professionals significant time and costs. Surveyors, engineers, and GIS specialists can complete more work in less time while ensuring higher accuracy in their datasets.
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