- PinPoint RTK utilizes Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technology to provide location accuracy within 2-5 centimeters (approximately 2 inches), far surpassing traditional GPS receivers.
- The device features a durable and water-resistant design, with three programmable buttons, making it suitable for vineyard operations and customisable to specific data collection needs.
- PinPoint RTK integrates with VineView’s mobile app (available on Android and iOS) for real-time data tracking at the individual plant level, enabling precise mapping and efficient vineyard management.
- PinPoint RTK offers high-accuracy GPS capabilities at a lower cost than traditional precision GPS solutions, making it an accessible tool for vineyards to enhance their data collection and decision-making processes.
VineView, a leading data analytics firm based in Napa, California, has announced the launch of PinPoint RTK, a portable GPS receiver designed to provide vineyard operators with a precise and affordable solution for field data collection.
Leveraging Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technology, the PinPoint RTK boasts an impressive accuracy of 2-5 centimeters (approximately 2 inches), far surpassing the capabilities of traditional GPS receivers, which generally provide accuracy within a 2-4 meter (7-13 feet) range. This increased precision makes it an essential tool for tasks demanding detailed spatial data.
Built to last, the PinPoint RTK features a rugged design, water resistance, and three customisable buttons, allowing users to tailor the device to their specific data collection needs. When paired with the VineView mobile app, available on both Android and iOS, the PinPoint RTK enables real-time data tracking at the individual plant level, offering exceptional detail and insights.
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The PinPoint RTK can generate accurate maps crucial for various vineyard management activities, including identifying rootstock needs, observing disease progression, predicting harvests, and managing resources. Integrated with VineView’s mobile data platform, the PinPoint RTK allows vineyard managers to easily record field observations digitally, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making.
Richard van der Put, CEO of VineView, emphasised the significance of this innovative product, stating, “PinPoint RTK is a valuable addition to our mobile data platform, providing vineyard managers an affordable and user-friendly solution for digital tracking of field observations.”
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The introduction of PinPoint RTK is set to revolutionize vineyard management practices by offering a precise and cost-effective tool for data collection. Through advanced technologies, VineView is empowering vineyard operators to optimize their operations, make data-driven decisions, and ultimately enhance productivity and efficiency.
