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Use our services in combination to get exactly what you want faster FBS sells aerial imagery, plus mapping data provided through reseller agreements with Teranet, Planet, TRCA and many others. The data is delivered to the end user through our three services: VuMAP, MapWarehouse, and MapCast. Watch the video tutorial and follow along with the transcript below: In the past, each service stood on it's own as an access point for different types of users. Legal researchers and those without desktop mapping software prefer VuMAP 's web based application. Developers and engineers that work extensively around a single site rely on MapWarehouse for downloadable georeferenced data tiles. Consultants, especially those who frequently look at details of many sites, are dedicated MapCast users. We cannot offer all types of partner data on all services, however, the services can be used together to get everything you need in less time. Let's go through an example working with Ter...

In Ontario, parcel mapping defining the boundaries of each property is maintained by Teranet. First Base Solutions is the official map data reseller to Canadian businesses working in land development, engineering, natural resources and more. How To Buy Parcels In CAD & GIS Formats If you use CAD or GIS software for your mapping projects, there are two recommended ways to purchase a section of the data in DWG or SHP format; MapWarehouse or custom order.

Still a top question after all these years! You need to review your shopping cart before heading to the checkout. The tools to do this are hiding in plain sight. Before placing that angry phone call, please watch this one minute video. Related: Using MapWarehouse [Video]  

High Resolution Orthophoto Imagery What is Orthophoto imagery? An Ort hophoto imagery is aerial imagery that has been digit ally corrected to be perfectly in scale. What Does This Mean?  This means all overhead perspectives are in uniform, You can draw on it, measure objects within the image with extreme accuracy; just like a conventional map. It is capable of measuring true direction and distances free of any distortions that may have been caused by the aircraft.

Time to start breaking the bank! Maximize that budget you have leftover with this incredible deal from First Base Solutions.  From February 1st to March 31st 2017 ,  If you purchase a 1 meter contours or DEM data on MapWarehouse, you will receive an additional 20% off any vintage orthophoto (below 2015) imagery! This is your chance to act now if you want to combine DEM or Contours with orthophoto imagery for a more complete and detailed view of your area of interest!

Just in time for the winter thaw, we are proud to announce the addition of  new orthophoto data for the city of Toronto. Our fleet of Cessna's were able to take several flights across the city during the Spring of 2016, capturing every detail of the city from a controlled and consistent elevation. Many changes can happen in just a short year throughout the city, if your organization depends on land usage and development, then having the most recent data is absolutely critical to maintaining your competitive advantage.

LiDAR Elevation Models Coming To MapWarehouse First Base Solutions is pleased to announce we have recently entered a data provider agreement with Airborne Imaging Inc . Since 2004, Airborne has collected LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) elevation data across Canada and the United States for use in oil and gas, mining, legal survey, engineering, power, and government sectors.

Troubleshooting Login Errors There are few things more frustrating than get locked out of an account right when you need fast access the most. Here's the top three most common scenarios users encounter and how to fix them. If you have other difficulties with our services, please contact customer service at support@firstbasesolutions.com .

RAQ's: Rarely asked questions Anyone's who purchased aerial imagery or mapping data through MapWarehouse is familiar with the quick delivery of a zip folder containing a bunch of cryptically named files.   Did you know the string of numbers actually means something useful? By interpreting the file names you can find: The data type (orthophoto, parcel, contours...) The UTM coordinates of the file's insertion point The year the data was produced The data provider (FBS, Teranet, TRCA...)

Deals on geo data are just a click away There's a few simple ways to get a single use promotion code for 15% off at MapWarehouse , good for 60 days. Here's how: Related: Watch how to use a promotion code on MapWarehouse (Video)

Beyond the book report If you need to reproduce a section of our maps and imagery to incorporate into your design proposal, research results, or similar professional documentation, spare a little room in your composition to cite your data sources correctly.  It not only fulfills the legal requirements of our EULA , the credibility and professionalism of your work goes up as well. Below you'll find some common examples for citing the source of data you've acquired from First Base Solutions as an inline citation in the border of a map or graphical compilation of data, figure details, footnote, or bibliography.

How to get geo data for any industry Doesn't matter what you do, if you're doing it in Ontario, you need current, high quality maps and spatial data to support your business activities. Download the infographic to learn more.

Answer a few simple questions to find out if you really need new aerial imagery They're not rainbows, it's the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum, (i.e. light) the very stuff we capture for you in aerial photography. Download the infographic below to figure out what mapping data you need for your project and the best way to get it.

How to choose the data delivery method that's right for your project It's come to our attention that many of you are confused by what data products FBS has to offer and how to access them. Sorry about that. We've been working on enhancing our websites and making more reference materials available. Below you'll find some handy cheat sheets to help figure it out. Related: The Essential Cheat Sheet For Purchasing Digital Geo Data

Spelling FBS out for you Clues and answers are below. Don't cheat! (All the answers can be found on firstbasesolutions.com )

Saving a few pennies makes cents When? Effective July 1 - September 30, 2015 What's Included? Vintage orthophoto - Any orthophoto from 2013 or older qualifies for this promotion. Discounting will be 20% off the subtotal at regular price, which may include volume discounts.

First Base Solutions Celebrates its 15 Year Anniversary First Base Solutions (FBS), a leading provider of geospatial data and services is excited to announce it just turned 15. Created in February of 2000, First Base Solutions has grown to be Ontario's largest provider of geospatial data and services. FBS's flagship services, MapWarehouse and VuMAP have helped to generate over 20 million in sales and over 500 unique visitors per month.

Ontario's largest geospatial data marketplace! We're done our series, MapWarehouse: SEARCH, SELECT, DOWNLOAD, WORK . Next up, we'll go over everything you always wanted to know about VuMAP.  Stick with us for the next series starting June 2, 2015. This week, learn about how to become a partner with First Base Solutions.  Distribute your valuable geospatial data through MapWarehouse.

Ontario's largest geospatial data marketplace! We're almost done our series, MapWarehouse: SEARCH, SELECT, DOWNLOAD, WORK . Today you'll learn about ways to combine data and how to use geospatial insights in different industries. Check out the recent posts here . This week, the focus is WORK: 

Ontario's largest geospatial data marketplace! We're past the half way point of our series, MapWarehouse: SEARCH, SELECT, DOWNLOAD, WORK . Hopefully you've learned a few tricks, let us know if there's something you'd like to learn more about.  Check out the recent posts here . This week, the focus is DOWNLOAD: