Construction Lasers

Self-leveling lasers withstand rigorous conditions in order to perform their tasks. Construction workers who are racing the clock toward a deadline may leave out equipment in snow, rain and wind. Poor conditions along with repeated use mean that a self-leveling laser must be designed for years of outdoor use.

Search for Durable Self-Leveling Lasers

Field surveying and construction manufacturers start to fulfill this mandate by creating self-leveling lasers with waterproof heads. The sensitive parts of the laser are encased in a seamless head assembly that keeps dust, water and debris at bay. Manufacturers bolster the plastic exterior with welded metal that provides a last line of defense if the assembly is broken.

Every surveyor who has spent time in the field can attest to the battery life problem when using self-leveling lasers. The alkaline batteries used in laser heads and readers run out quickly due to constant use. Construction supply companies have responded to this problem by using nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries that are proven to last longer in adverse conditions.

Advancements in carrying case construction have made self-leveling lasers more durable. These cases have evolved over the years from earlier generations that were built with economy in mind. The best cases feature impenetrable exteriors built from hard plastic that give no hint of the foam interiors that absorb blows from the outside.

Tiger Supplies carries self-leveling lasers that fulfill these criteria. This virtual retailer provides field supplies and construction equipment built by major manufacturers like Sokkia, Northwest Instrument and CST/Berger.