Equipment Rental

Note: new rates are in effect for rentals after 2023.02.01

We currently rent out our spatial remote sensing equipment to BSU personnel, state and federal agencies, and the general public. Shipping not included; insurance required for some equipment.

More about equipment rental

GPS/GNSS Equipment:

RTK GPS: Topcon Hiper V

The Topcon Hiper V is a real time kinematic (RTK) GPS capable of sub-centimeter accuracy. Rental includes: rover range pole, base tripod and tribrach, base receiver, rover receiver, handheld GPS controller, and all necessary batteries and chargers.
RTK-GPS Documentation

Juniper Geode GNS3

Please inquire for documentation on the Geode GNS3.

Terrestrial Laser Scanners:

Riegl VZ-1000

The Riegl VZ1000 Terrestrial Laser Scanner collects dense 3D point clouds of built and natural environments. This long range scanner is capable of scanning objects up to 1400m. We currently do not rent the unit without an accompanying operator.
TLS Documentation

Paracosm PX-80 SLAM Backpack or Handheld

Please inquire for documentation on the PX-80 Backpack and Handheld options.

Portable Spectroradiometers:

FieldSpec Pro

The ASD FieldSpec Pro collects spectrum from 350 – 2500 nm. It can be carried on the back or used in a lab setting. A tablet (included) is used to collect and store spectra. The optics consist of a fiber optic cable and pistol grip for steady collection. Several fore optic filters, 1 degree and 8 degree, are available upon request. The FieldSpec can be used in a lab environment when the included contact probe is used.

FieldSpec Pro Quick Guide

FieldSpec Pro Setup and Use

FieldSpec Pro for Lab Scanning

HandHeld 2

The HandHeld 2 hand-held spectroradiometer is a low-cost, easy to use, visible-near infrared (325 – 1075 nm spectral range) spectrometer. Rental includes transportation case, 4″ spectralon panel, and the HandHeld 2.

HandHeld 2 Documentation