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No Ground Control, No Problem!
When exploring drone-based stockpile measurement, you’ll likely hear from software vendors that Ground Control Points (GCPs) are a requirement for accurate results. While that’s true for certain survey-grade projects, stockpile measurement is a very different use...
AggNexus 2025 – AI and the Future of Aggregates
As a founding sponsor, Stockpile Reports was proud to support AggNexus 2025 at the University of Texas at Austin. This year’s forum reinforced why the event matters. AggNexus creates space for producers, vendors, and innovators to connect on emerging technologies,...
iPhone 17: What Bulk Material Professionals Need to Know
Apple announced the iPhone 17 lineup today, and while much of the buzz is around design changes and new features for everyday consumers, there are also practical improvements that matter to those who work outdoors at quarries, batch plants, and construction sites. For...
Why SR Measure Doesn’t Use iPhone LiDAR for Stockpile Measurement
A frequent question we get about SR Measure is: “Does your app use the iPhone’s LiDAR sensor?” It’s a fair assumption. When Apple introduced LiDAR on the iPhone 12 Pro, it was promoted as the future of 3D scanning. But after putting it to the test in real quarry...
The New Playbook for Aggregates
For decades, the aggregates industry has run on instinct. Site managers relied on gut feel, clipboards, and manual counts to keep operations moving. It worked — until the industry grew in scale and complexity. Today, that way of working feels like an old playbook in a...
SR Measure Brings On the Spot Measurements to Android
The wait is over! After years of requests from our Android community, we're thrilled to announce that SR Measure is now available on Samsung Galaxy S25 devices. This marks a huge milestone for Stockpile Reports and opens up our industry-leading stockpile measurement...
SR Measure Named a Top 30 Product for 2025 by Asphalt Contractor
We are thrilled to announce that SR Measure has been recognized as one of Asphalt Contractor's Top 30 Editor's Choice award winners for 2025. This prestigious recognition represents the asphalt industry's best products, gaining validation from end-users and asphalt...
Tech Takes Center Stage at AGG1 2025
After an impressive show last year, the Stockpile Reports team returned to AGG1/World of Asphalt in St. Louis with high expectations – and the event delivered. The expanded venue (spanning both the St. Louis Convention Center and the stadium) had plenty of ground to...
2024 in Review: More Than 1 Billion Tons Measured in over 130 Countries!
2024 marked a milestone in our journey towards enabling companies to measure Every Pile, Any Time™. Stockpile Reports users measured more than 1 billion tons of material worldwide. 1 billion tons is more than just a number – it demonstrates the growing trust the...
How State & Local Governments Are Using Stockpile Reports for FEMA Public Assistance
State and local governments play a crucial role in disaster response and recovery, often facing challenges such as debris removal, emergency protective measures, and infrastructure repairs. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers the Public Assistance...
Road Salt: Are You Losing More Than You Should?
Every winter, we apply 15 million tons of salt to our streets to melt snow and ice. It provides better traction for vehicles, preventing accidents, and keeping the traffic flowing as usual. 15 million tons is a staggering amount of salt to move across the country. The...
Tips for Measuring Stockpiles in the Winter
Updated November 21st, 2024 Our clients often ask whether it is too cold, snowy, etc. to measure a stockpile with our iPhone app or a drone. Read on for all the answers to your winter-related stockpile measurement and management questions. Can I Measure In the Snow?...