Hexagon 2012 Conference - Registration Opens

Leica Geosystems announces that customers and prospective users will be convening for the international Hexagon 2012 conference, June 4-7 at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV and that registration is now open. Once again, by bringing together the latest design, measurement and visualization technologies and user communities from Leica Geosystems, Intergraph®, Z/I Imaging, ERDAS, Hexagon Metrology and NovAtel, Hexagon 2012 promises to provide more than 3,000 attendees with an experience of unprecedented scope and value.

The Geosystems track alone will feature more than 75 insightful presentations and hands-on training sessions by industry experts tailored for the mapping, positioning, surveying, engineering, construction, asset management, public safety, and geospatial solutions industries. In addition, Geosystems’ attendees will benefit from interactive technology demonstrations, exhibits, unlimited networking opportunities, compelling case studies, and best practices shared by customers from around the globe.

Juergen Dold, President of Hexagon Geosystems and Leica Geosystems said, “At this conference, our customers will again experience the broad variety of our Group, be it in dedicated trainings and workshops, presentations by industry experts or networking opportunities. Hexagon 2012 gives an outstanding opportunity to look beyond the daily necessities of our work, to deal with new topics, networking and open up new perspectives. ‘Think Forward’ was never so easy, promising and exciting.”

“Following the success of our inaugural event, the focus for Hexagon 2012 is to enrich our attendees' experience with content concentrated on our synergistic and comprehensive technology portfolio," said Ola Rollén, President and CEO of Hexagon AB. "We look forward to welcoming customers from more than 65 countries and to yet again delivering a conference of exceptional quality and value."

The Hexagon 2012 theme, "Think Forward," highlights Hexagon's continued determination to take on the challenges of the design, measurement and visualization world by mobilizing the full capabilities of its brands to innovate across boundaries and chart future directions. More than 3,000 attendees are expected to attend Hexagon 2012. The MGM Grand facilities are ideally suited to a conference of this size - the hotel and the entire conference center will be dedicated to Hexagon 2012, thus maximizing networking among attendees.

The special Hexagon 2012 "Think Forward" rate of US $699 is available through January 9, 2012 and room rates at MGM Grand are just $129/night per room plus taxes.

To register and for more information, please visit http://www.hexagonconference.com.

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Airborne LiDAR Product Line Announced

Leica Geosystems announces the release of the new ALS70 family of airborne LiDAR systems. The new product line, consisting of ALS70-CM City Mapper, ALS70-HP High Performance and ALS70-HA High Altitude models, covers the entire range of LiDAR mapping applications, and represents a significant advancement in the state-of-the-art for airborne LIDAR.

Industry-Leading 500 KHz Pulse Rate
According to Ron Roth, Product Manager for Airborne LiDAR at Hexagon Geosystems' Geospatial Solutions Division, "The market constantly demands higher productivity from airborne sensing systems to reduce the equipment and labor costs associated with data collection, but this cannot be done at the expense of data quality. By incorporating Point Density Multiplier technology, we were able to develop a LiDAR product that offers an industry-leading 500 kHz pulse rate and 200 Hz scan rate, for ultra high point density and unrivaled control over the point pattern on the ground. This new technology gives the superior data acquisition productivity that our customers desire, without the complexity of multiple lasers or scanners.”

New Detection Circuitry
“In addition to Point Density Multiplier, ALS70 incorporates new detection circuitry providing superior sensitivity to small or low-reflectivity targets. This has proven itself already on power line data acquisition, where even the smallest high-voltage and ground wires can be readily measured” explains Ron Roth.

Upgradeability of Existing Leica ALS60 Systems
“Market acceptance has been extremely encouraging, with 8 systems, representing the entire product line, delivered already. Because this technology is based on the proven Leica ALS60 platform, existing ALS60 systems can be transformed into the new model, thus preserving current customers’ investments” concludes Ron Roth.

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Leica RCD30 60MP Multispectral Camera Released

Leica Geosystems, a leading manufacturer of airborne sensors, has released the Leica RCD30, the first metric medium format 60 MP camera to acquire co-registered multispectral data in RGB and NIR for photogrammetric and remote sensing mapping applications.

Leica Geosystems has officially released the much anticipated Leica RCD30 medium format camera. The Leica RCD30 is the first 60MP medium format camera that can record co-registered multispectral four-band imagery in RGB and NIR. In addition, a variety of innovative design features such as mechanical motion compensation along two axis, specifically designed lens systems as well as state-of-the-art calibration techniques make the Leica RCD30 the most advanced and most suitable single-lens medium format sensor for professional photogrammetric and remote sensing applications.

“Since we have announced the development of the Leica RCD30 we have received overwhelming interest in this new and innovative technology,” says Ruedi Wagner, VP of Imaging at Hexagon Geosystems. “Of course, the multispectral capability and metric performance make this system truly unique. But customers are also interested in the flexibility of the Leica RCD30: it can be integrated with Leica ALS LiDAR systems and as such succeeds the Leica RCD105. In addition, the Leica RCD30 can be configured as a fully integrated standalone single and multi-head camera system with GNSS/IMU and specialized mount to increase area coverage and data acquisition efficiency. Lastly, customers can integrate the camera with their existing third party Flight Management and/or third party GNSS/IMU solution, thus saving further costs. Further, due to its light weight and small size, the Leica RCD30 Series can be used on ultralight aircrafts and UAVs.”

Since its release at the end of June, Leica Geosystems has shipped the first six systems in standalone and ALS configuration to customers in the US, UK, Japan, China and Russia.

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Hexagon 2011 International Conference Call For Papers

Hexagon AB, leading, global provider of 3D solutions to design, measure and position objects and to process and present data, will host its inaugural international conference, Hexagon 2011, 6-9 June at the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort in Orlando, Florida, USA. As part of the Geosystems @ Hexagon 2011 track, Leica Geosystems is currently seeking speaking candidates for its Trends in Mapping & Positioning for Government & Industry sub-track.

Hexagon 2011 will bring together the latest technologies and user communities from Leica Geosystems, Z/I Imaging and Intergraph, as well as Hexagon’s Metrology and Technology divisions, in one location to provide attendees with a user experience of unprecedented scope and value. The conference will feature more than 200 targeted break-out sessions tailored by tracks, incorporating hands-on training courses, previews of new technologies, interactive technical demonstrations and workshops and compelling customer testimonials. Additionally, the Hexagon 2011 agenda offers insightful keynote presentations on industry and corporate trends as well as unlimited networking opportunities.

As the track designed specifically for Geosystems participants, Geosystems @ Hexagon 2011 offers the chance to learn from progressive users and Leica Geosystems and Z/I experts about an unprecedented breadth of technologies, solutions and market and industry trends in surveying, laser scanning, mapping and positioning for government and industry.

Speakers interested in presenting as part of the Trends in Mapping & Positioning for Government & Industry sub-track should contact Andrew Hurley ( Email Contact; +1 404 493 0895). A number of speaking opportunities are still available, and all conference registration fees are waived for speakers.

Early conference registration savings are available through March 21, and Leica Geosystems customers are eligible to receive a special discounted rate. Contact your local Leica Geosystems representative or Leica Geosystems conference coordinator Angelique Ortega ( Email Contact; +1 925 790 2318) to receive the discount registration code. For more information and to register, please visit www.hexagonconference.com.

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Leica Geosystems Opens More Centers

Leica Geosystems announces the opening of five more “Leica Geosystems Solutions Centers” – offering local sales, service and support. These state-of the-art factory retail facilities are designed to support the construction, surveying and engineering community throughout the Southwest. The new facilities will offer:

*Superior products and technical service with manufacturer's direct resources
*Full repair capabilities on any major brand of measuring equipment.
*A large pool of rental instruments for short-term projects
*Stock of full range of field supplies Local product training and seminars
*All products at everyday competitive prices

According to Chuck Coiner, General Manager, US West at Leica Geosystems, "From paint and flagging, safety supplies, total stations and GPS systems for surveying, construction lasers and building layout systems, we are here to fulfill our customers everyday needs with outstanding service and support. At our five locations in the Southwestern US, knowledgeable salespeople are available to help customers learn about the latest technology from Leica Geosystems and test-drive any of the current Leica Geosystems products. I am confident our stores are going to be a favorite destination for members of the construction and surveying community. "

Ken Mooyman, President, says "The Leica Geosystems Solutions Center concept was created with the local customer's needs in mind. These five new brick and mortar Solutions Center locations is a continuation of our plan to open nine new Solution Centers across North America in 2010. The Servco name has been providing superior service and support for the professional measurement community for over 80 years and has thousands of loyal customers though out the Southwest. We will continue to provide outstanding service, support and products to those loyal existing customers and look forward to meeting and helping new customers as well. "

Leica Geosystems network of service and product distribution provides customers, local presence and national reach with access to global resources.

Leica Geosystems – when it has to be right

With close to 200 years of pioneering solutions to measure the world, Leica Geosystems products and services are trusted by professionals worldwide to help them capture, analyze, and present spatial information. Leica Geosystems is best known for its broad array of products that capture accurately, model quickly, analyze easily, and visualize and present spatial information.

Those who use Leica Geosystems products every day trust them for their dependability, the value they deliver, and the superior customer support. Based in Heerbrugg, Switzerland, Leica Geosystems is a global company with tens of thousands of customers supported by more than 3,500 employees in 28 countries and hundreds of partners located in more than 120 countries around the world. Leica Geosystems is part of the Hexagon Group, Sweden.

For further information please contact:

Andre Ribeiro
Director of Marketing
Norcross, GA 30092
E-mail: andre.ribeiro@leicaus.com
Phone: (770) 326-9557
www.leica-geosystems.us

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Jürgen Dold, New Leica Geosystems CEO

Leica Geosystems announces that Jürgen Dold will assume the position as President and CEO of Leica Geosystems AG as of 1 April 2010.

Dr. Jürgen Dold has an excellent track record and a keen understanding of the geospatial and geomatics markets. Mr Dold has been with the company since 1995 and currently holds the position as President of Geospatial Solutions Division of Leica Geosystems. Jürgen Dolds successor in this responsibility will be announced in due course.

Jürgen Dold has been with Leica Geosystems since 1995. He began his career at Leica Geosystems as a product manager and general manager for several business areas of the Metrology and Surveying divisions. In 2008, Jürgen Dold was appointed President of the Geospatial Solutions Division which involves the three-dimensional data acquisition in high-resolution and mapping the earth and its infrastructure. Before he joined Leica Geosystems, Jürgen Dold acted as an academic council and a lecturer at the Technical University of Braunschweig (Germany). Jürgen Dold holds a University Degree in Surveying of the University of Bonn (Germany) and received his doctor's degree from the University of Munich/Germany.

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Leica Zeno GIS handhelds and software now available

Leica Geosystems’ complete new Leica Zeno GIS products within the Leica Viva family targeting the data collection market is available from now on. The revolutionary Leica Zeno GIS offers professionals and newcomers around the globe the most multi-functional and easiest GNSS/GIS solution with superior performance. Leica Zeno GIS provides a one-click automated workflow between the field and office.

With the new products of the Leica Zeno GIS series, it has never been so easy to manage and maintain assets, inspect infrastructure, respond to emergencies, ensure public safety, explore natural resources and conduct as-built and incident mapping with ease. Leica Geosystems’ outstanding survey technology is now brought to the GIS market.

The Leica Zeno 10 provides a color graphic display in portrait format and a numeric keypad. Alternatively users have the choice to purchase the larger Leica Zeno 15 with a full QWERTY keyboard and a display in landscape format. Both GNSS/GIS devices support:

* First fully rugged GNSS/GIS handheld working in the most demanding environments
* Dual-constellation (GPS/GLONASS) and SBAS tracking
* Zeno Field software based on an OEM version of the popular ESRI ArcPad™ 8 software enhanced with GNSS functionality
* An integrated digital camera linking photos to feature locations
* High Performance: from sub-meter to decimeter accuracy

Dual-constellation tracking guarantees higher productivity with more satellites available – in particular in urban canyons and where tree canopy blocks the number of visible GPS satellites.

The new Leica Zeno Field software is an OEM version of ESRI ArcPad 8 and provides - in addition - a full range of functions to easily control the integrated GNSS receiver and to manage the data collection process such as GNSS raw data logging, easy handling of GNSS real-time configurations, feature accuracy management, and an automated workflow between the field and office.

With Leica Zeno, Leica Geosystems introduces EasyIn, the simplest dataflow between the field and office. EasyIn simultaneously checks in features and GNSS raw data, automatically post-processes GNSS observations and updates feature vertices to the most accurate location in one easy, automated step.

Together with Zeno Office users can easily manage feature quality over time and benefit from automated import and export functions to a wide range of different formats such as ArcGIS™ geodatabase, shapefile, dxf, dgn, and dwg. Zeno Office is also available as an extension to ArcGIS Desktop. Finally an easy mobile GIS solution enters the market.

The Zeno GIS Field Software is available in 29 languages. The software, license keys as well as Leica Zeno manuals are available on the new web portal
myWorld @ Leica Geosystems: http://myworld.leica-geosystems.com/

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Leica Geosystems and MicroSurvey Extend Software Partnership

Leica Geosystems HDS and INOVx announced a partnership to jointly develop advanced software for converting laser scan data into intelligent plant models at the SPAR 2010 conference and at the ARC World Industry Forum. Integrated products will be based on Leica Cyclone software and INOVx RealityLINx software. Availability of first integrated products is planned for the second quarter 2010.

As the use of 3D laser scanning to capture as-built geometry of plants has rapidly grown, industry is increasingly taking advantage of intelligent 3D models based on this data for better plant Operations & Maintenance and better Design & Construction. This has, in turn, led to increased demand for (1) more accurate intelligent models, (2) more office-efficient software for creating these models and (3) open solutions that can be deployed regardless of the specific type of laser scanner used or plant design software involved. By improving the process for converting point cloud data into intelligent objects, the partnership will create new, interoperable software solutions optimised to meet this increasing demand and accelerate adoption.

Joint development will leverage each vendor’s complementary strengths. From Leica Geosystems strengths, integrated solutions will reflect fast, highly accurate geometric modelling of as-built laser scan data using advanced, geometric modelling algorithms and the powerful point cloud engine (pcE) in Leica Cyclone software. In addition, solutions will reflect Cyclone’s multi-vendor support of scan data formats, including native formats.

Efficient, accurate attachment of intelligence to the geometric model will take advantage of INOVx’ rich plant design catalogue links and the friendly user interface of INOVx’ RealityLINx software. Users will further benefit from INOVx’ strength in seamless, open systems data exchange of the resulting models with all major plant design systems.

Juergen Dold, President, Leica Geosystems Geospatial Solutions Division, said, “We see continued strong demand for our CAD plug-in solutions and our standalone plant modelling solutions. INOVx is a great partner for making plant models intelligent for Operations & Maintenance with seamless exchange to plant design software. Our integrated solutions will provide significant accuracy, efficiency and open systems benefits.”

Costantino Lanza, CEO of INOVx, said, “Partnering with Leica Geosystems is a great fit for expanding and enhancing our software product offerings and our reach into the global market. Further improvements to the creation of intelligent models from as-built geometry based on laser scanning will support our Asset Virtualisation solutions by sustaining virtual models that accurately reflect plant changes and thus maximise value to our customers.”

Recently, Leica Geosystems and MicroSurvey Software also announced plans at SPAR 2010 for Leica Geosystems to resell MicroSurvey’s new PointCloud CAD mapping software on a global basis.

The new PointCloud CAD software was developed by MicroSurvey using Leica Geosystems’ point cloud engine (pcE) technology to efficiently manage large laser scan data sets from any scanner or aerial Lidar as users process point cloud data into mapping elements in the software’s final deliverables. The product is planned to be available from Leica Geosystems Feb. 15, 2010.

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SmartNet Europe launched

Leica Geosystems launched SmartNet Europe, powered by Leica GNSS Spider. SmartNet is an award winning GNSS network RTK correction service that has now been adopted in many European countries including UK, Ireland, Denmark, Norway, Italy, Lithuania and parts of Spain, with many more countries relying on Leica GNSS Spider and Leica reference station installations for their commercial or private services.

SmartNet Europe is supported by a new website that provides a hub of information related to all available networks in Europe and includes: an introduction to RTK networks and methods, a glossary of common terms and acronyms, products associated with GNSS networks and links to other SmartNet systems across the world.

SmartNet is built on the powerful Leica GNSS Spider networking software that provides a variety of real-time products; including Leica MAX (based on the RTCM Master Auxiliary Concept) the first and only International Network RTK standard, i-MAX, Virtual Reference Stations and FKP.

The website is not limited to Europe. A World Nets link is also available to access many other Leica enabled services across the world, including: Canada, Philippines, Singapore, Australia, Bahrain and multiple services in the US.

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Leica Geosystems single/dual grade lasers

With the new Leica Rugby 260SG, 270SG and 280DG Leica Geosystems extends its wide range of rugged construction lasers. The user friendly lasers are packed with latest technology of highest quality. They are easy to use and are suitable for flat, grade and even interior applications (Rugby 280DG).

For many years Leica Rugby lasers are recognized as being the most reliable in the market. The Leica Rugby 260SG, 270SG and 280DG lasers are a new generation of multipurpose horizontal/vertical grade lasers for the general construction market addressing a large customer base. They offer contractors a real choice of features and functionalities for virtually any application. All lasers are equipped with a large LCD display and an easy-to-use five button key pad.

Leica Rugby 260SG – A highly accurate single grade laser for general construction. The Rugby 260SG is a high accurate single-grade laser designed as entry model in the general construction market. It has a rugged housing, full LCD display for ease of use, includes a highly visible red beam laser and semi-automatic leveling mode with a working range of up to 600 meters in diameter.

Leica Rugby 270SG – A fully automatic, single grade laser. The Rugby 270 SG is based on the same platform as the Rugby 260SG but has the full automatic leveling mode and has an extended working range of up to 700 meters in diameter.

Leica Rugby 280DG - Horizontal, vertical dual grade laser for any exterior and interior application. The Rugby 280DG is a multipurpose laser with full automatic, dual grade capability. Featured with a red bright beam the laser additionally features a plumb beam, scan mode, horizontal and vertical self-levelling, a dual grade up to 15% in both axes and is available with a two-way remote control.

Swiss Technology – built to last with warranty extension options up to five years. All Rugby models are rugged and reliable and built on Leica Geosystems’ Swiss Technology to withstand harshest construction environment. The new Rugby lasers are backed with a two-year plus knockdown warranty and a factory warranty that can be extended up to five years.

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New Leica RCD100 camera announced

Leica Geosystems announced the Leica RCD100, claimed to be the first integrated medium-format mapping camera on the market. According to the company’s release, Leica RCD100 is a highly productive, yet affordable, mapping solution for those who want to convert from analog to digital airborne imaging and for those who want productivity and efficiency for smaller to medium-sized photogrammetric mapping and orthophoto projects.

The temperature-controlled Leica RCD100 camera housing contains the control unit, reliable and exchangeable solid state memory, Leica IPAS20 Inertial Positioning and Attitude System with IMU and up to two 39MP frame sensors for single head or dual-head operation. Dual-head operation allows simultaneous image acquisition in RGB and CIR.

Further, the Leica RCD100 offers 35mm, 60mm and 100mm exchangeable lenses and the most rigid lens mounting on the market. This ensures flexibility and photogrammetric stability without compromise where true mapping accuracy is needed.

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ATHENA Program 2009 updates

Leica Geosystems has announced the update of its ATHENA Program, a programme involving GNSS and Structural Monitoring for non-profit organisations, with the latest Leica GRX1200+ receivers and the Leica AR25 choke ring antenna.

ATHENA stands for ‘Advanced Technology for Higher-Education and Non-profit Associations’ and has the clear objective of introducing the latest GNSS Reference Station and Monitoring technology to the academic and research communities. Any non-profit organization providing education and scientific research involving GNSS and Structural Monitoring can benefit from the programme.

The ATHENA Program 2009 updates consists of a new set of Leica Geosystems GNSS Reference Station product bundles including the new generation of receivers and antennas with special discounts for qualified institutions.

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Leica iNEX, mapping and guidance display

Leica Geosystems announced it will release the Leica iNEX, a full-function mapping and guidance display with a large, color touch-screen, this spring. The Leica iNEX is a truly versatile solution that can be fully integrated with the Leica mojoRTK auto-steer system to offer advanced functionality, or purchased as a stand-alone guidance system for use with most GPS receivers.

With real-time mapping to show exactly where the vehicle has been working and Virtual Road view to display the line of steering, the Leica iNEX provides an accurate visual representation of every application. The display is also fitted with field data management software to store multiple vehicle setups and record data for all fields across the farm, which can easily be transferred back to the office.

In addition to AB Parallel guidance, the iNEX comes standard with A+ Heading, and Adaptive Curve guidance options and unlimited storage for all guidance points and waylines, providing customers with the information they need for repeatability year to year.

To ensure that customers only pay for the features they want and need, the Leica iNEX comes with a suite of standard guidance options, but offers optional upgrades. Those producers who require advanced guidance options or auto-section control can add just the options they need. Plus, when used with Leica's mojoRTK, the iNEX can be upgraded remotely at any time via Leica Geosystems' unique remote service and support tool - Virtual Wrench(TM).

Upgrade options for the iNEX include three advanced guidance options - Pivots, Contours and Replay. Replay is a guidance option unique to the iNEX that allows users to "replay" advanced guidance patterns on the most unique fields.

Additionally, auto-section control can be added to the iNEX display providing automatic on/off for spraying and planting applications.

The Leica iNEX mapping and guidance display has a retail price of $4,995 and is available from Leica's network of premium resellers. To learn more visit www.mojoRTK.com.

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Leica GNSS Spider V3.2

Leica has released its GNSS Spider V3.2 to further enhance its versatility to future proof GNSS technology. Leica GNSS Spider allows any manufacturer’s rover systems that follow the RTCM standards, to seamlessly use both networked and single base GPS & GLONASS correction data. With new direct text messaging from the network using a standard RTCM message, rover users in the field can take advantage from direct feedback on their connection.

Leica Geosystems applies the latest processing technology to ensure no biases impact measurements. With GPS L2C as well as GLONASS data processing any potentially possible inter-manufacturer receiver biases are correctly considered by the new processing algorithms. Ongoing research and development ensures that each new version of GNSS Spider sets new standards for Network RTK performance and reliability.

Leica GNSS Spider has been further optimized allowing import of RINEX files into the application to add new reference stations. Easy drag and drop of one or more RINEX allows the operator to efficiently setup and configure his network stations. Also V3.2 adds support for the new generation of Leica GPS1200+ GNSS receivers and the new Leica AR25 3D four-constellation choke ring antenna.

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Leica ultra high-speed scanner

Leica Geosystems has announced Leica HDS6100, an improved, ultra-high speed laser scanner for many as-built survey applications. The Leica HDS6100 is claimed to feature several key enhancements over its predecessor, the Leica HDS6000 phase-based scanner.

Compared to its predecessor the new Leica HDS6100 scanner features:

• 37% increase in the operating temperature range (now -10ºC to +45ºC)
• 67% increase in battery life of the internal, removable battery (now 2.5 hours)
• New, integrated wireless LAN (WLAN) scanner control option
• Reduced range noise at longer ranges (e.g. 25m and 50m)

Leveraging the phase-based engine’s inherent ultra-high scan speed (up to 508,000 pts/sec) and full field-of-view (360º x 310º) design, advances in the Leica HDS6100 let users take advantage of the benefits of ultra-high speed High-Definition Surveying (HDS) in more conditions and locations with less hassle.

Phase-based scanners are often used in plant, civil and architectural survey applications, both indoors and outdoors. They offer completeness, safety, accuracy and productivity advantages for many types of as-built or topographic surveys. Inside plants and in many outdoor locations, however, ambient temperatures can be quite high or quite low. In the past, for these more extreme temperature situations, users could either not take advantage of ultra-high speed phase scanners at all or they had to try to work around a scanner’s ambient operating temperature constraints, for example, allowing the scanner to warm up or cool down in a separate area before using it again for short periods. The Leica HDS6100 overcomes these constraints.

The new Leica HDS6100’s longer battery life and convenient wireless LAN control make ultra-high speed scanning more productive and more hassle-free, while less range noise in the scan data provides more accurate survey results and increased application versatility.

With the introduction of the Leica HDS6100, Leica Geosystems replaces the Leica HDS6000 scanner. Owners of Leica HDS6000 scanners can upgrade their scanners to Leica HDS6100 with a factory service.

The new Leica HDS6100 will be a key part of the Leica Geosystems’ family of laser scanners and software. The family includes the Leica ScanStation2 scanner, the industry’s most versatile and popular laser scanner, the new HDS4400 long range mine scanner, and the most popular and comprehensive suite of software (Cyclone, CloudWorx, and TruView) for standalone or CAD plug-in processing of laser scan data for virtually any application.

Leica HDS6100 is immediately available.

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Latest GNSS technology from Leica

A four constellation GNSS will soon become reality, and will deliver a new dimension in GNSS performance and efficiency. Leica Geosystems’ concept means that all existing Leica GPS1200 systems can be upgraded to the very latest technology.

The announced Leica GPS1200+ supports the new GPS L5 signal, GLONASS L1 and L2, and will also be able to track Galileo and Compass satellites when available. The flexible design of Leica GPS1200+ is claimed to be 100% future proof and is already now compatible with the four global navigation satellite systems.

GPS L5 is the new third GPS frequency which will allow increased redundancy, faster signal acquisition, and improved multipath performance – ultimately resulting in longer RTK ranges and faster ambiguity resolution. Galileo will add another 30 satellites to the GPS and GLONASS constellation providing additional benefits. With an average of 20 satellites in view 24/7, the speed and accuracy of GNSS will be further improved.

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Leica FlexLine Total Stations

At Intergeo in Bremen, Leica Geosystems presents a whole new approach to flexibility: To ensure that our customers stay one-step-ahead, Leica Geosystems has developed a new generation of Total Stations - the Leica FlexLine. For the first time, hardware and software options can be simply selected so that the FlexLine Total Station exactly meets the individual requirements.

“In an ever increasing competitive environment it is vital for our customers that a product is flexible enough to exactly satisfy their requirements. As a world’s first, the Leica FlexLine family of Total Stations offer ultimate product customization without compromises”, says Product Manager Christian Schaefer from Leica Geosystems.

More Flexibility and Performance at every Step
The FlexLine family of Total Stations provides the user with complete flexibility and performance. He can simply select one of the pre-configured products – or even compose his own Total Station! Adding specific hardware and software options to a base model makes the Leica FlexLine instrument the perfect companion for day to day use. The choice is wide, and performance is guaranteed.

Complete flexibility for Today and Tomorrow
Leica Geosystems offers three pre-configured instruments within the FlexLine familiy:

* Leica FlexLine TS02, designed for standard measurement tasks, with a set of application software for daily work and Bluetooth option, USB option and alpha-numeric keyboard option

* Leica FlexLine TS06 offers complete flexibility. As standard, an alpha-numerical keyboard and a complete set of application software is included. For additional flexibility a wide range of options e.g. Bluetooth wireless technology and USB can be selected.

* Leica FlexLine TS09 Total Station is a truly performance orientated member of the FlexLine family. It includes all FlexLine features from removable USB memory, Bluetooth wireless technology, Emitting Guide Light to a complete range of application software.

The user is free to choose from the wide selection of additonal FlexLine hardware and software features, by simply adding them to the pre-configured model of his choice. This guarantees complete flexibility – for today and tomorrow.

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Leica fieldPro v2.1: Measure once, Model on site, Deliver efficiently

The relaunched Version 2.1 of Leica fieldPro features several improvements of well-known functionalities and a new interface between CADWorx fieldPipe and Leica CloudWorx for AutoCAD.

CADWorx fieldPipe for Leica fieldPro application interfaces with Leica Total Stations to as-built plant and piping components to create full scale specification-driven 3D models in real-time, on-site, and without any post-processing back in the office – saving valuable time and money. Now in fieldPro v2.1, the CADWorx fieldPipe for Leica fieldPro option as well as the fieldPipe standalone option have been enhanced with multiple additions, such as Pipe Orthogonization. Additionally the CADWorx fieldPipe for Leica fieldPro now interfaces to point cloud data via Leica CloudWorx Pro for AutoCAD. Creating CADWorx intelligent 3D pipe models and extracting isometric drawings now is easier than ever before.

Intelligent Handling of Point Clouds:
Leica CloudWorx for AutoCAD is a software application that allows users to take advantage of rich, 3D point clouds directly within AutoCAD, and users can work efficiently with large point clouds directly using AutoCAD tools and commands. The CloudWorx application adds simple tools for viewing and working with slices of point cloud data to speed up the 2D drawing creation in Leica fieldPro. Powerful modeling tools enable as-built piping models and other 3D constructions to be created from point cloud data in the AutoCAD environment and can be easily imported into Leica fieldPro via the new interface.

Furthermore, the Dimension Control option, which allows for flange alignment and bolt orientation accurate measurements and analysis has been enhanced with Leica fieldPro 2.1. Users now have the choice to measure on-board TPS and post-process alignments in AutoCAD later. This post-processing also applies to Pipe Centerlines 3D connection with statistics and tolerance setting.

Leica fieldPro - measure once, model on site, deliver efficiently:
Leica fieldPro is a mobile CAD software, the on-site and on-demand field solution to “as-built” in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) as well as Surveying. Accurate 2D/3D “as-built” documentation has never been easier. In combination with Leica Geosystems sensors, all information is captured in real-time on-site in its final deliverable CAD format, and no post-processing back in the office is required anymore. When the user leaves the site, the full scope of work is done.

Leica fieldPro is a plug-in for AutoCAD and Autodesk products such as Civil 3D, Land Desktop, Map 3D, Architecture, Mechanical Desktop, and many more.

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Leica GeoMoS Version 4.0

Leica GeoMoS Version 4.0, automatic deformation monitoring software, now features the ability to gather, store, and analyze geotechnical data recorded through a Campbell® Scientific datalogger. Geotechnical data is now integrated seamlessly with geodetic data in a single database for advanced deformation analysis.

Neal Toso, product marketing director – structural monitoring for Leica Geosystems, says, “We’ve entered a new era in multi-sensor monitoring with this geotechnical sensor interface. Now non-georeferenced displacement data can supplement measurements made by Leica’s high precision total stations and GPS insturments. This sensor combination results in greater understanding of structure movements and improves failure prediction.”

The latest release of GeoMoS also includes “virtual sensor” functionality. This feature allows users to model the output of one or more sensors using constants, mathematical functions and/or logic operators. Easily configurable, virtual sensors are ideal for the calibration of measurements or computation of parameters of interest, such as convergences or torsions, or to analyze traditional measurement data and results.

Leica GeoMoS v4.0 requires a valid software maintenance key for successful installation and operation.

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Those who use Leica products every day trust them for their dependability, the value they deliver, and the superior customer support. Based in Heerbrugg, Switzerland, Leica Geosystems is a global company with tens of thousands of customers supported by more than 2,400 employees in 22 countries and hundreds of partners located in more than 120 countries around the world. Leica Geosystems is part of the Hexagon Group, Sweden.

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Image Web Server 8.5 from Leica Geosystems Geospatial Imaging

Leica Geosystems Geospatial Imaging announces the release of Image Web Server (IWS) 8.5. Previously an ER Mapper product, IWS is a high-speed, specialized server application that efficiently distributes large volumes of geospatial image data. IWS solves the infrastructure congestion problems associated with deploying large amounts of image data, empowering users to quickly access the information they need.

IWS 8.5 provides online image processing of images, transforms and mosaics. This new technology allows the serving of different versions of the same image to desktop, web or server applications. These "virtual images" minimize the duplication of data across the enterprise, ensuring faster deployment of processed images.

Users can now automatically receive scale dependent images from Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) compliant Web Mapping Services (WMS), specific to their view. The client application delivers the image for the scale needed, optimizing viewing performance for clients using the WMS protocol.

IWS 8.5 also provides greater compatibility and flexibility by including over 3200 predefined coordinate systems, 1100 datum shifts and 50+ mathematical projections, local and global vertical datums.

"IWS is a versatile solution, allowing massive amounts of imagery to be delivered over the Internet or intranet, and consumed in desktop, mobile, server or web applications," said Mladen Stojic, Senior Vice President, Product Management and Marketing, Leica Geosystems Geospatial Imaging. "With enhanced performance and added functionality, IWS 8.5 seamlessly integrates into an organization's existing system, providing geospatial and web technology that meet a wide range of business needs."

Source : http://www.gi.leica-geosystems.com/

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