14-day free trial: a quick-start guide

By Propeller Aero -

Managing a worksite is no small feat, with piles of data to track, inventory to manage, and project timelines to meet. If you’re stuck with manual workflows, even small tasks can snowball.

With #Propeller’s 14-day free trial, you’ll get hands-on access to tools that simplify, streamline, and add accuracy to your day-to-day.

START HERE

Propeller supports a wide range of file formats, including GeoTIFF, LAS, PDF, DXF, TTM, IFC, KML, KMZ, and LandXML.

• Upload subsets of these formats for surveys and designs
• Understand your site’s full context with roads, satellite, or a combination of both

File types Propeller accepts many file types, including:

• Design files (DXF, TTM, IFC, KML, KMZ, LandXML, PDF)
• Flight plans, safety protocols, and reports
• Excel/CSV files with dataset details
• JPEG images of ground-level photos

To make the most of your free trial, upload pre-processed data. While Propeller offers full data processing through our #geospatial experts (available with select plans), using your own data lets you explore features like 3D visualizations.

Have a drone program? Bring your #dronedata. Don’t have one? No problem—upload design files to perform rough 2D measurements on satellite imagery or pin photos to the map.

What you need to get started:

• A georeferenced orthophoto and/or elevation model (TIFF or TIF files)
• The coordinate system (CRS) that matches your site’s CRS

MAP

3D visualization

• Explore your site from every angle
• Visualize progress, identify safety hazards, and monitor site activity
• Simplify remote management for a virtual on-site experience
• Overlay 2D linework and 3D models for easy reference

Timeline tool

• View quick time lapses between surveys
• Keep stakeholders updated with visual insights and track milestones
• Help explain potential delays and maintain project transparency

Surface comparison

• Compare survey data and/or design plans to monitor progress and plan ahead
• Visualize terrain changes over time

MEASURE

Elevation

• Quickly spot-check elevations by tapping on any point on your site map
• Visualize elevation changes across your site for easy terrain assessments
• Compare current elevations against design files to confirm grades and identify discrepancies

Stockpile calculations

• Quickly calculate stockpile volumes for inventory management
• Track changes over time and optimize logistics with precise, visual updates on stock status

Cut/fill volume measurements

• Track material movement with instant cut/fill calculations
• Reduce rework and control costs
• Document all completed work
• Determine exactly how much material needs to be moved

Cross-section analysis

• Monitor site progress and visualize changes over time
• Confirm design and/or build accuracy by checking dimensions and slopes
• Gain clearer insights through scaled views to identify small shifts in elevation

MANAGE

Data sharing

• Create PDF reports in seconds for quick sharing
• Share views easily on mobile or with your crew
• Export detailed maps with designs for clear communication
• Create and share time lapses, measurements, and more as proof of work

Ready to dive in? Get your hands on Propeller’s tools and see how we simplify site management every step of the way. Try it free today!