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Unpopular opinion: I miss the hands-on feel, but digital layout tools saved my last project

I used to spend hours with a tape measure and string, setting out foundations. It felt solid, but mistakes were common. On my last job, we kept having alignment issues that set us back. I decided to try a laser layout system after seeing it online. At first, it was tricky to set up, but once I got the hang of it, the precision was amazing. Now I can't imagine going back to the old ways, even if I do miss the simplicity.
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mila278
mila2786d ago
Ever try marking points manually first like @casey818 suggests?
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casey818
casey8187d ago
Keep a good tape measure on hand as backup when the tech fails.
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mark_chen62
I guess my worry is we lose the feel for the work. Like, if the laser dies, are we just stuck?
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