Customer success story
Grading beyond expectations
RCS Grading Inc. leverages Komatsu Smart Construction solutions to drive precision and productivity
Specializing in mass grading and storm drainage, RCS Grading Inc. takes on large residential subdivisions, typically handling projects that move between 100,000 and 500,000 yards of earth. The company uses a wide range of Komatsu equipment, including 45 intelligent machine control (IMC) dozers and excavators.
“The Komatsu D51PXi was a game-changer for us,” shared Elisha Godfrey, Vice President of Operations. “It’s an incredibly balanced machine that integrates seamlessly with our technology needs. Our operators can see the entire job in front of them and don’t need to rely on grade stakes. I think in modern grading, GPS is an absolute must—if you’re not using it, you’re behind.”
Customer snapshot
- Company: RCS Grading Inc.
- Employees: Approximately 200
- Established: 1997
- Area of expertise: Mass grading and storm drainage for residential subdivisions
- Komatsu equipment: 45 intelligent machine control (IMC) dozers and excavators
- Komatsu technology: Smart Construction Field, Smart Construction Office and IMC
Modernizing operations digitally
Recently, RCS has embraced two more Komatsu Smart Construction solutions, integrating both Office and Field to modernize its operations. Initially used to digitize daily reports, the applications’ capabilities have expanded to include time tracking, project management and data analysis.
“We started small, just replacing paper forms, but it quickly became clear that Smart Construction could do so much more,” commented Paul Wood, GPS and Technology Solutions Specialist. “It enabled us to consolidate multiple systems into one unified platform.”
Office and Field also bring efficiencies to payroll, helping eliminate errors and reduce administrative overhead. Supervisors can now review and approve time records directly, streamlining the process and ensuring accuracy.
“Smart Construction has helped us identify inefficiencies and improve accountability,” said Wood. “For example, its Bluetooth capabilities help ensure operators’ hours are tracked accurately, reducing the burden on our accounting team.”
Beyond efficiency, the Smart Construction solutions’ data insights help RCS refine its bidding and project planning. With granular data on machine usage and worker productivity, the company can better understand costs and optimize processes.
“This level of detail is invaluable,” Godfrey stated. “We’re now able to make more informed decisions about where we’re profitable and where we need to improve. It’s not just about doing the job—it’s about doing it right.”
By the numbers
- 100,000 to 500,000 yards of earth typically moved per project
- 6 million to 7 million yards of dirt moved annually
- 3,000 to 5,000 residential pads graded each year
*The opinions expressed here are from the end user as quoted. The results described herein are those of these end users under certain conditions. Individual results may vary.
