True, some older machines can take 2-3 days.

But some newer machines can be done in one day.

Because they need "custom" hydraulics added.

Installing the valve can take a day depending on it's location and what needs to ne moved out of the way to make room for it.

"Teeing-in" to the machines pump, tank, elevation and slope cylinders can require "notching" side covers to fit.

Electronics takes the least amount of time out of the whole process.

Hydraulic "kits" come pre-installed from the factory and the automatic portion of the machine is "plug-n-play".

Installing 2D systems should only take a day on a "plug-n-play" machine.

Installing 3D takes a few ours longer.

Yes, the installer must wear many hats.

Hydraulic, mechanical, electrical and welding skills are required in addition to computer skills once it is done.

That is why we employ a team of three people for our machine control installations, training and product support.

Ron Bosko performs all grader and dozer installations, as well as field service.

Jim Cleary performs paver and indicate installs and assists Ron with dozers and graders. Jim also performs all operator and crew training.

Dave Siegrist provides product support on data prep, software and firmware upgrades, as well as GPS jobsite setup and data collector training.