Unicontrol Supports ISO/TS 15143-4

and Why It Matters for the Future of Machine Control

This is why Unicontrol supports the ISO/TS 15143-4:2025 initiative, the international technical specification for worksite topographical data exchange between earth-moving machinery and site management systems.

And it’s why our platform is designed from the ground up to support open APIs, flexible integration, and complete vendor independence.

What is ISO/TS 15143-4?

ISO/TS 15143-4:2025 is a new international specification developed by ISO’s technical committee for earth-moving machinery (ISO/TC 127). It standardizes the exchange of topographical and project data between machines, cloud platforms, and worksite systems — regardless of the vendor.

In short: it enables different machine control systems, surveying tools, and project management platforms to talk to each other through open interfaces.

Key highlights of the standard:

• Defines APIs for server-to-server exchange of project, design, as-built and production data

• Supports real-time updates between machine control systems and cloud platforms

• Ensures compatibility and interoperability across brands and systems

• Promotes data transparency, modular workflows, and mixed-fleet flexibility

For more technical background, visit ISO official page

Why ISO 15143-4 Matters — And Why We Support the initiative

At Unicontrol, we don’t just believe in open standards — we were built for them.

Here’s our position:

1. We welcome ISO/TS 15143-4 — and what it stands for

The standard aligns 100% with our values: freedom to choose, interoperability, and removing vendor lock-in.

It’s a step toward a more open, flexible and scalable machine control ecosystem — and we support it, both in principle and in practice.

2. We design for compatibility

Our systems are already based on open data formats and APIs, making it easy to exchange data across surveying platforms, project software, and machine fleets.

With ISO/TS 15143-4 gaining traction, we’re actively aligning our architecture to ensure compatibility — and we’ll continue adapting as the standard gets adopted by the industry.

3. We are vendor-independent by design

Where other companies seek control through ecosystem lock-in, Unicontrol empowers choice.

You’re free to choose the hardware, software, and workflows that best suit your needs — and we’ll integrate seamlessly through open protocols.

Why This Benefits Construction Companies

Choosing a system that support open formats and data exchange has real, practical value:

✅ Freedom to choose equipment from multiple brands

✅ Easier integration of survey data, design models, and as-built updates

✅ Lower setup and training costs due to unified data formats

✅ Future-proof workflows ready for evolving technology and digital platforms

In other words, you gain flexibility without compromising performance.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

• Actively supporting ISO/TS 15143-4 and similar standards for open data exchange

• Maintaining and evolving our API documentation and integration toolsets

• Enabling third-party platform integration  

• Providing customers with vendor-independent, integration-ready solutions

• Collaborating with partners who share our vision of open and efficient digital construction

Final Word

Standards like ISO/TS 15143-4 are not just technical updates — they are strategic enablers of progress. At Unicontrol, we see them as vital infrastructure for the digital jobsite.

Our message is clear: We support openness. And we support your freedom to choose.

If you’re ready to build smarter, more connected workflows — without compromise — we’re here to help.

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