MOBA has built a strong reputation in the machine control industry, particularly in road construction, earthmoving, and grading applications. Its solutions are widely used around the world and have proven themselves across many demanding projects.

However, as GNSS technology continues to evolve, many contractors are looking for systems that provide greater flexibility, advanced satellite positioning, and cost-effective scalability.

For mining companies, civil contractors, and survey professionals, Stonex and Hemisphere-based machine control solutions offer several compelling advantages.

1. Greater GNSS Flexibility

Modern Stonex and Hemisphere systems are designed around open GNSS technologies, allowing users to integrate with a wide range of correction services and positioning workflows.

This flexibility enables businesses to choose the infrastructure that best suits their projects rather than being restricted to a single ecosystem.

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2. Excellent Multi-Constellation Performance

Stonex and Hemisphere receivers simultaneously track signals from:

GPS
GLONASS
Galileo
BeiDou
QZSS

Using multiple constellations improves satellite availability and positioning reliability, particularly in challenging environments such as mine sites, urban developments, and heavily vegetated areas.

3. Flexible RTK Correction Services

Accurate machine control depends on reliable correction data.

Stonex and Hemisphere technology supports multiple correction methods, including:

Local RTK base stations
RTCM correction streams
SmartNet subscriptions
NTRIP services
Hemisphere Atlas

This allows contractors to select the correction solution that best matches each project’s connectivity and accuracy requirements.

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4. Open Standards and Interoperability

Many Stonex and Hemisphere products support open industry standards such as RTCM, making it easier to integrate with mixed GNSS fleets and third-party equipment.

This interoperability is particularly valuable for contractors managing multiple brands of survey equipment or expanding their machine control capabilities over time.

5. Cost-Effective Fleet Growth

As businesses add machines and operators, affordability becomes increasingly important.

Stonex and Hemisphere solutions often provide a highly competitive balance between performance and investment cost, enabling contractors to deploy machine control across more equipment without significantly increasing capital expenditure.

6. Ideal for Mining Applications

Mining environments demand high accuracy and repeatability.

Stonex and Hemisphere machine control solutions are well suited to applications such as:

Blast hole drilling
Drill guidance
Bench development
Stockpile construction
Haul road maintenance
Bulk earthworks
Mine infrastructure projects

Reliable centimetre-level positioning improves productivity while reducing rework.

7. Strong Capability in Renewable Energy Projects

The rapid growth of Australia’s renewable energy sector has created increasing demand for accurate GPS guidance.

Machine control helps contractors:

Position solar piles accurately
Reduce manual survey set-out
Improve installation consistency
Increase production rates
Reduce costly positioning errors

This technology is becoming an essential productivity tool for large-scale solar farm construction.

8. Seamless Integration with Survey Operations

Using compatible GNSS equipment across surveying and construction teams helps streamline workflows.

Project data can move efficiently between field survey crews and machine operators, reducing file conversion issues and improving consistency across the site.

9. Local Australian Support

Having reliable local technical support is critical when operating in remote or time-sensitive environments.

Red Edge Resources provides assistance with:

Installation
Calibration
GNSS configuration
Firmware updates
Troubleshooting
Operator training

Responsive support helps minimise downtime and maximise equipment utilisation.

10. Designed for Future Growth

GNSS technology continues to evolve rapidly.

Stonex and Hemisphere systems are designed to support modern satellite constellations, flexible correction services, and scalable deployments, helping contractors adapt as their businesses and technology requirements change.

How Does MOBA Compare?

MOBA is a respected and proven machine control provider with a strong presence in civil construction and road building. Many contractors achieve excellent results using MOBA systems.

However, businesses evaluating new investments may also consider Stonex and Hemisphere solutions because they offer:

Flexible GNSS correction options
Open industry standards
Strong multi-constellation performance
Competitive pricing
Easy integration with survey equipment
Scalable deployments across expanding fleets

The best solution ultimately depends on your project requirements, existing infrastructure, and long-term business objectives.

Why Choose Red Edge Resources?

At Red Edge Resources, we specialise in helping Australian contractors improve productivity through advanced positioning technology.

We supply and support:

Stonex GNSS rovers and base stations
GPS machine control systems
SmartNet RTK subscriptions
Hemisphere Atlas subscriptions
Mining drill guidance solutions
Technical support, installation, and training

Whether you’re upgrading existing equipment or implementing machine control for the first time, our experienced team can help you find the right solution.

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