Measuring piles stored against a wall is a common workflow in quarries, and storage yards. With the SR Measure app, you can capture accurate volumes in just a few steps. This guide walks you through the process shown in the video below.
Video Tutorial #
Step-by-Step Instructions #
Follow these steps to measure a pile stored against a wall:
- Open the SR Measure app and tap Start a New Measurement.
- Stand to the left side of the pile and tap the button to begin.
- Follow the on-screen guides as you move.
- Tap the front of the bunker wall, then walk in an arc toward the left end of the wall.
- Keep the camera pointed at the pile — avoid rotating the phone in place.
- Continue walking in front of the pile, tapping your screen at each checkpoint prompt.
- At the opposite end, walk in a small arc so the right side of the wall is visible, then tap the wall.
- Arc back toward your starting point, keeping the pile in frame until the arrow turns green.
- Walk one final arc so the left side of the back wall is in frame, and complete your final tap.
- Wait for processing to finish, then tap Save to store your measurement.
Tips for Best Results #
- Keep your phone steady and always aim at the pile as you walk.
- Don’t rotate the camera in place; instead, move smoothly in arcs.