Simple. Affordable. Grade Control™
Precision RTK GPS Grade Control and Guidance for Every Machine
Three Solutions. One Mission.
Choose the perfect RTK grade control system for your equipment and workflow
Ditch Assist™
RTK Grade Control for Scrapers, Ditchers, & Blades
Universal hydraulic control for precision surface drainage, land leveling, and farm improvement. Works with any implement and any tractor.
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Ditch Assist X™
Advanced Excavator & Backhoe Grade Guidance
Add excavator guidance to your Ditch Assist system with advanced features including curved routes, custom designs, and real-time feedback.
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Ditch Assist DIG™
Standalone Excavator Grade Guidance
The simplest on-grade guidance system for excavators. Standalone solution perfect for replacing laser systems with RTK GPS accuracy.
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Ditch Assist™
RTK Grade Control for Scrapers, Ditchers, & Blades
The ideal RTK GPS grade control system for precision surface drainage, land leveling, and farm drainage improvement. Universal hydraulic control works with any implement and any tractor.
Universal Hydraulic Control
Any Implement, Any Tractor
Works with ANY RTK GPS
Low Cost RTK Options Available
Wireless Connection
Simple Setup & Easy to Move
Intuitive App Interface
Runs on Standard Android Tablets
Slope-IQ™ Technology
Create Custom Drainage Designs
3D Design Import
OptiSurface™, AgForm 3D™, Ezigrade™
Compatible Equipment
Ditch Assist X™
Advanced Excavator & Backhoe Grade Guidance
Add excavator guidance to your existing Ditch Assist™ system. Advanced features including curved routes, custom designs, and real-time grade feedback powered by Ditch Assist.
Add Excavator Guidance
Extend your Ditch Assist system capabilities
RTK GPS + Inclination Sensors
Accurate bucket elevation at any position
IP69K Ultra Rugged Sensors
Designed for harsh working conditions
Real-Time Grade Guidance
Visual and audible on-grade feedback
Familiar Ditch Assist App
Dig straight grades or custom designs
Any Size Excavator
Works with excavators and backhoes
Key Benefits
Advanced Survey & Design
Import surveys and leverage Slope-IQ™ to create best-fit or fully customized designs—including curved routes
Integrated Functionality
Works seamlessly with your existing Ditch Assist Control Module
Enhanced Features
On-screen mapping, Auto Nudge, and import design files with survey heights
Ditch Assist DIG™
Standalone Excavator Grade Guidance
The simplest on-grade guidance system for excavators. Standalone solution perfect for replacing laser systems with RTK GPS accuracy. Just enter a grade and start working.
Standalone System
No need for full Ditch Assist
RTK GPS + Inclination Sensors
Precise bucket elevation calculation
Rugged IP67 Sensors
High accuracy and durability
Any Brand RTK GPS
Low cost RTK options available
Web Browser Interface
Use any tablet, laptop, or iPad
Wi-Fi Communications
No wires to route into the cab
Perfect For
Simplicity
Enter your target grade, set reference point, start digging
Ease of Use
One-screen web interface on any device via Wi-Fi
No Additional System
Works independently without full Ditch Assist
X or DIG? Understanding the Difference
Two excavator guidance systems designed for different needs
Ditch Assist X
A standalone, streamlined solution for simple, reliable excavator on-grade guidance. Perfect for replacing laser systems with RTK GPS accuracy, super simple setup and operation.
- Works with existing Ditch Assist: Extends your system to excavators
- Advanced features: Curved routes, custom designs, survey import
- Full integration: Slope-IQ™, Auto Nudge, design files
- Complete solution: Advanced drainage and land forming
Ditch Assist DIG
A standalone, streamlined solution for simple, reliable excavator on-grade guidance. Perfect for replacing laser systems with RTK GPS accuracy, super simple setup and operation.
- Standalone system: No full Ditch Assist required
- Simple operation: Enter grade and start digging
- Web interface: Any tablet, laptop, or iPad
- Perfect for: Straightforward excavation work
Still not sure which system fits your needs?
Get Expert GuidanceWhy Choose Ditch Assist™?
Ditch Assist™ is a trusted brand of Northern Plains Drainage Systems, proudly engineered and manufactured in Manitoba, Canada. Since 2012, we’ve been committed to delivering innovative, reliable, and farmer-focused technology that helps you work smarter, not harder. Our grade control systems are built on a foundation of precision, simplicity, and proven performance—backed by a team that understands agriculture because we live it. When you choose Ditch Assist, you’re choosing a partner dedicated to your success, with local support, continuous innovation, and equipment designed to deliver results season after season.
Proven Reliability
Trusted performance, field-tested since 2014
Built by Drainage Experts
Engineered and manufactured by real people who understand your needs
Continuous Innovation
Regular updates and improvements driven by real-world customer feedback
Exceptional Dealer Support
Local, expert product knowledge at every step
Drainage and grading mistakes cost valuable time, money, and productivity—don’t take risks with unproven solutions. Since 2014, Ditch Assist™, developed and built by Northern Plains Drainage Systems, has delivered consistent, dependable RTK grade control for drainage, land-leveling, and excavation projects across North and South America. Our systems blend years of practical field experience with continuous input from farmers, contractors, and operators to deliver solutions that work reliably in real-world conditions.
With Ditch Assist, you’re backed by the industry’s most knowledgeable dealers and ongoing support from the very people who engineered and built your system.
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