Free Trimble RTX App For Android Phones and Tablets

Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today the Trimble RTX mobile app, built to serve end users across the survey, mapping and agriculture markets. Using Android smartphones and tablets, the Trimble RTX app enables the Trimble CenterPoint RTX post-processing service and the RangePoint RTX service activation portal to go mobile. The Trimble RTX app also offers a series of satellite utilities including a skyplot, information regarding satellite status, and signal-to-noise ratio graphs.

The announcement was made today at INTERGEO 2013, the world's largest conference on geodesy, geoinformatics and land management.

Powered by Trimble RTX technology, the GPS, GLONASS and QZSS enabled CenterPoint RTX post-processing service delivers better than 2 centimeter (1 inch) accuracy, and improves with larger observation files. With the Trimble RTX app, geospatial professionals using the CenterPoint RTX post-processing functionality can quickly and accurately establish their base station coordinates, reducing setup time to just minutes.

In this initial release, the CenterPoint RTX post-processing features include:

    - mobile device to GNSS receiver data transfer via Bluetooth; no need for USB keys or thumb drives
    - a library of global and regional coordinate systems where users can select the most appropriate system for the job
    - job progress alerts
    - in-app reports of processed results
    - support for a variety of Trimble receivers including the Trimble R10, the Trimble R8 (Model 4), the Trimble R6 (Model 4), the Trimble NetR9 and the Trimble NetR5

In addition, the Trimble RTX app also allows farmers to activate the Trimble RangePoint RTX correction service directly from the mobile device. Free for one year through 2013, RangePoint RTX delivers better than 15 centimeter (6 inch) pass to pass and 50 centimeter (20 inch) repeatable GNSS accuracy; it is ideal for broad acre agriculture applications.

"We are committed to offering new ways of providing high-accuracy positioning," said Patricia Boothe, general manager of Trimble's Positioning Services Division. "With this new mobile app, we are delivering the power of Trimble RTX technology into the palms of our customers' hands."

The free Trimble RTX app is available for smartphones and tablets using the Android operating system. Available now, the CenterPoint RTX post-processing feature operates on Gingerbread or higher. The RangePoint RTX self-activation feature, available in the fourth quarter of 2013, requires Jelly Bean or higher. To download the app, go to Google Play Store or visit: http://www.trimble.com/positioning-services/.

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Trimble and Bentley Alliance for Large Infrastructure Project Sites

Trimble Dimensions 2012 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated, the leading company dedicated to providing comprehensive software solutions for sustaining infrastructure, and Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB), the leading provider of connected construction solutions for heavy, civil, and building contractors, today announced a strategic alliance to further the connection between the virtual and physical environments for infrastructure projects. This alliance will establish a new benchmark for construction and operations quality, efficiency, and safety. Working smarter, together, and employing advanced information mobility innovations, the exchange of physical and virtual data can now be more easily leveraged by engineers and contractors to reduce project risk while increasing overall productivity.

In the resulting immersive environment, physical and virtual information can be used to improve and validate on-site construction processes. The seamless exchange of information between the virtual and physical can be achieved by utilizing a selection of Trimble's field positioning technologies, such as robotic total stations, 3D laser scanners, and global navigation satellite system (GNSS) positioning solutions, and Bentley's information modeling software – with work sharing and dynamic feedback being securely managed in ProjectWise.

Trimble CEO Steve Berglund said, "Trimble's goal is to provide our users with world-class integrated positioning solutions that allow them to collect, manage, and analyze complex information faster and easier. Our collaboration with Bentley will provide engineers and contractors with greater insight into construction problems and enhanced positioning solutions. It will also enhance the application of the constructible model to bringing engineering and construction data to the field and back."

Bentley Systems CEO Greg Bentley said, "In working with Trimble, whose leading-edge technologies many of our major project delivery user organizations already rely upon, we together realized there's a combination of our offerings that can uniquely provide benefits to construction processes that neither could independently. In particular, through the intrinsic ‘geo-coordination' in Bentley's applications and ProjectWise geospatial services, almost every project's information modeling content is virtually positioned with engineering precision in the ‘project space.'

"Intelligent positioning now enables these engineering models to be real-time and real-place referenced, from and into mobile devices in the field, through immersive environments from both Bentley and Trimble. Users piloting the integration of physical positioning from Trimble with virtual positioning from Bentley, facilitated by information mobility innovations, have identified significant savings of time and money, and continue to uncover new benefit cases."

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Trident Analyst Software from Trimble

Trimble introduced today a new version of its terrestrial mobile mapping office software — Trimble Trident Analyst 4.7. The software is designed to effectively manage and interpret high-resolution digital images and large point clouds, and automatically extract features from Trimble's MX Mobile Mapping and Survey systems. These capabilities allow land mobile data to be transformed into geospatial intelligence.

The announcement was made today at INTERGEO 2011, the world's largest conference on geodesy, geoinformatics and land management.

Trident Analyst 4.7 software takes advantage of the additional random access memory offered by 64-bit operating systems to enable loading and handling of very large terrestrial mobile mapping datasets, including production-size point cloud data. 64-bit processing allows Trident Analyst users to load, display, edit and analyze billions of points and thousands of high-resolution digital images quickly and effectively.

The latest version incorporates new quality control tools for efficient review of positional and orientation accuracy, and quick validation of boresight parameters and registration results using passive objects in the mapping environment. In addition, new 3D point cloud classification capabilities increase productivity and enhance usability throughout corridor mapping and survey workflows.

Trident Analyst is designed for robust object positioning, measurement, and data layer creation—ideal for the analysis of geo-referenced imagery and laser scanner data. Industry-leading functions can accelerate projects and increase productivity, including key automated processes such as surface modeling, roadway sign and pole detection, lane marking detection, edge and breakline detection, road geometry and clearance measurements.

"In combination, Trimble's MX Mobile Mapping and Survey systems and Trident Analyst software provide a turnkey solution tailored to the needs of mapping and surveying organizations," said Katherine Sandford, general manager of Trimble's GeoSpatial Division. "This offers a complete workflow—from data collection to processing and information creation—designed for compatibility and without third-party software repurposed from other application fields."

Availability

The Trimble Trident Analyst software suite is bundled together with Trimble's MX1, MX3 and MX8 sensors and will be available through Trimble's land mobile mapping and survey distribution channel. Customers with a current maintenance contract will receive the upgrade at no additional cost.

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Trimble Apps for Verizon Phones

Trimble and Verizon Wireless announced that AllSport GPS, Geocache Navigator and Trimble Outdoors apps are now available on select Verizon Wireless feature phones, including Samsung Alias 2, Samsung Convoy and Nokia 7705 Twist.

Perfect for a variety of outdoor and fitness enthusiasts, these apps use the phone's built-in GPS to provide detailed stats, maps, and navigation essential for a variety of outdoor activities. The apps greatly enhance running, cycling, walking, backpacking and geocaching—a fast-growing outdoor sport, which combines treasure-hunting with high-tech navigation.

"Our apps continue to be one of the most widely available apps for enhancing outdoor and fitness activities. Now more Verizon Wireless customers can track their fitness goals and enjoy the outdoors by turning their phones into GPS devices," said Rich Rudow, general manager for Trimble Outdoors. "Each app provides helpful map and location-based tools specifically designed for niche markets. Hikers can navigate through remote areas with the Trimble Outdoors app, while AllSport GPS allows fitness fans to collect and analyze their daily workouts."

About the Apps

AllSport GPS: The app lets people track workouts, including runs, bike rides, walks, and more from their mobile phone. It collects more than 20 heart-pounding stats, including calories burned, miles, and speed. AllSport GPS subscribers can analyze results, store workouts, and share training sessions with friends on AllSportGPS.com and Facebook. AllSport GPS is available on select BlackBerry® smartphones, Android™ devices and feature phones.

Geocache Navigator: The app allows Verizon Wireless customers to instantly get access to 1.2 million treasures (called geocaches) hidden around the world. There is no need for pre-planning or printing maps ahead of time. Find geocaches in local parks, neighborhoods, or at far away locations. See caches on a map, read clues, and report finds from a mobile phone to geocaching.com. Geocaching is a great outdoor game for kids and adults, and it adds extra fun to road trips and family vacations. Geocache Navigator is available on select BlackBerry smartphones and feature phones.

Trimble Outdoors: The app turns Verizon Wireless devices into an outdoor navigator for hikers, backpackers, and off-roaders. Verizon Wireless customers can track routes on various maps, while collecting waypoints, photos, and audio clips. Use the digital compass and the phone's built-in GPS to stay on track. The Trimble Outdoors app is available on select BlackBerry smartphones, Android devices and feature phones.

Customers can purchase apps depending on compatible phone in Verizon Wireless' online Media Store (www.verizonwireless.com/mp3), Media Center/Get It Now®, V CAST Apps or Android Market™. V CAST Apps, available on select BlackBerry and Android smartphones, give customers an ever-expanding selection of games, productivity tools, entertainment and news apps. V CAST Apps enables customers to pay for their apps with one click, and the charge will appear on their monthly wireless bills. A full list of compatible phones can be found at: http://www.trimbleoutdoors.com/SupportedPhones/#carrier=verizon.

For more information on Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to: www.verizonwireless.com.

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Trimble Wraps Up 5th International User Conference with Record Breaking Attendance

Trimble opened its 5th international users conference on Monday with more than 2,900 registered attendees from 67 countries around the world. The Trimble Dimensions 2010 conference theme—Converge, Connect and Collaborate—provided insight into how the convergence of technologies can redefine the way professionals connect and collaborate to achieve success. The conference explored the use of technology in a wide range of applications including surveying, engineering, construction, mapping, GIS, geospatial, utilities and mobile resource management. Trimble Dimensions 2010 was held November 8-10 at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas.

"We are extremely pleased with the continued and strong interest demonstrated in Trimble Dimensions," said Bryn Fosburgh, Trimble vice president. "It is truly a unique conference focused on how advanced technology solutions are transforming the way work is done."

Attendees had the opportunity to network with key industry leaders, build partnerships, develop new contacts, build partnerships, discuss opportunities and discover how to overcome obstacles in today?s competitive business environment. With more than 400 sessions across multiple specialty tracks, the conference focused on increasing productivity in the field and the office by revolutionizing work processes.

The conference included an off-site demonstration and training area plus a Partner Pavilion that showcased the complete suite of Trimble construction, survey, engineering, mining, aerial and mobile mapping, GIS, utilities, infrastructure, mobile computing, forestry and agriculture solutions, including products from Accubid, Applanix, Meridian Systems, Pacific Crest, QuickPen and Spectra Precision. Highlighted solutions and technologies included GNSS; total stations; field computing and data collection; 3D scanning; pre-design construction planning; 3D visualization; Building Information Modeling (BIM); construction project management; aerial mapping; wireless communications; data transfer; field and office software; and smart grid applications. Other technology providers who are Trimble partners also participated to extend the conference?s range of products and applications.

About Trimble
Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location—including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif.

Investor Relations Contact: Willa McManmon of Trimble: 408-481-7838
Media Contact: LeaAnn McNabb of Trimble: 408-481-7808

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Trimble Dimensions 2010: Trimble MX100G GNSS+XPS Receiver

Trimble introduced today its Trimble MX100G GNSS+XPS Receiver, an integral part of the Trimble Terralite XPS System, which enables open pit mines to maximize operational efficiency by increasing positioning coverage in areas where satellite visibility is limited due to terrain. This unique receiver tracks GPS and now GLONASS constellations as well as Trimble's Terralite "ground satellites" for machine control and guidance applications used in mining operations that require high accuracy positioning with maximum availability.

The announcement was made today at Trimble Dimensions 2010.

The new Trimble MX100G GNSS+XPS Receiver is designed for high-precision guidance and control applications. The Trimble MX100G is typically installed on mining machinery such as blast hole drills, shovels and haul trucks. It plugs into standard automation software tools used by the mining industry and delivers high precision real time positioning information, helping ensure mines are fully utilizing their high-precision machine guidance systems to achieve the highest return on investment.

"Until now, mine operators had to choose between GNSS receivers tracking more satellites in the sky and augmented GPS + ground-based satellite systems," said Alex Cortez, business manager for Trimble Terralite Mining Solutions. "With the introduction of the new Trimble MX100G Receiver, our customers get the best of both worlds—more satellites in the sky with GPS plus GLONASS and ground-based Terralites to create a robust positioning solution for machine guidance and control applications in the most difficult open-pit mine environments."

Trimble's MX100G is available now. Contact the Trimble Terralite Mining Solutions Group at: mining_info@trimble.com for more information.

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Analyst Day - Trimble Dimensions User Conference 2010

Trimble will host an analyst and investor event on November 9, 2010 at its Dimensions User Conference. The conference will be held at The Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. To learn more about the event, please contact Trimble Investor Relations.

About Trimble
Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location—including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif.

For more information, visit Trimble's Web site at www.trimble.com.

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Trimble Acquires Accubid Systems Assets

Trimble announced today it has acquired the assets of privately-held Accubid Systems based in Concord, Ontario, Canada. Accubid is a leading provider of estimating, project management and service management software and services for electrical and mechanical contractors. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Accubid's family of software products allow electrical and mechanical contractors to analyze their estimates in great detail including CAD-based estimating and takeoff and then export the data into project management, accounting, and procurement applications. The acquisition of Accubid broadens Trimble's industry leading "BIM to field" solutions for mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) contractors to automate project estimating and management, modeling, detailing, layout and construction.

"BIM collaboration processes are transforming the way building construction projects are planned, managed and executed," said Pat Bohle, general manager of Trimble's Building Construction Division. "Combining Accubid's deep understanding of the electrical and mechanical trades and their detail rich application data with Trimble's field solutions will provide contractors additional tools to become more productive, efficient, and prepared to meet the demands of the industry in the future."

"In today's world, construction projects have become more complex and sophisticated, yet at the same time contractors are expected to build them faster than ever before," said Giovanni Marcelli, founder and CEO of Accubid. "By combining the strengths of Accubid's project management and estimating expertise with Trimble's powerful MEP field solutions, we can better enable clients to address these challenges head-on."

The Accubid business will be reported as part of the Engineering and Construction segment.

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Trimble Dimensions 2010 Conference

Trimble Dimensions 2010 is a gathering place for the growing community of advanced positioning technology users. Professionals wishing to stay on top of the most current information regarding advanced positioning solutions should attend Trimble Dimensions 2010.

More than 250 industry expert speakers will participate in the 2010 conference. This year's comprehensive educational tracks consist of cutting edge, innovative sessions featuring seasoned and experienced presenters and/or panelists.

When and Where: November 8-10, 2010, at the Mirage, Las Vegas

Registration Packages & Fees:

Individual Attendee
Early Bird Rate -- June 15 – August 15 -- $795
Standard Rate -- August 16 – Oct 7 -- $895
Full Conference Rate -- Oct 8 – Nov 8 -- $1095
Government Rate -- No expiration date -- $595

Group discounts available!

Register here.

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Trimble MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System

Trimble introduced MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System, an advanced mobile data capture system that combines imaging and laser scanning capabilities to measure objects in 3D to produce 3D, 4D and 5D data sets for spatial imaging projects. The Trimble MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System is expected to be available in the third quarter of 2010 through Trimble's GeoSpatial sales channels.

The new Trimble MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System expands the scope of services that surveyors, engineers, mapping and geospatial professionals can offer to enhance their business. The system is ideal for as-built modelling, inventory, inspection, encroachment analysis and asset management for roadways, bridges, railways, utilities and other infrastructure.

With recent advances in the geospatial information industry, more opportunities and applications for spatial imaging data are being identified for industries such as transport and civil engineering, utilities and communications, natural resources management and government. Many of these applications use airborne information, but would also benefit from ground-based positioning and imaging. While satellite and aerial imaging provide exceptional overhead views and long-range details, the only way to capture comprehensive eye-level views is from the ground.

"Mobile mapping users are seeking answers to the persistent problems of under-utilised systems and low productivity," said Ken Spratlin, general manager of Trimble's GeoSpatial Division. "Trimble continues to listen to customers' feedback to introduce dynamic solutions that answer real-world needs today while also equipping them for tomorrow's challenges. In combination with Trimble's software workflows, the Trimble MX8 allows users to better leverage their existing workforce and pursue new business opportunities while realising reduced total cost of ownership."

Fast and Accurate Spatial Data
Integrating imaging and laser scanning with advanced Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) plus Inertial positioning, the Trimble MX8 collects 3D data fast and accurately. Featuring a pod-type design, it is easily redeployed and installed on a variety of vehicles as project demands change. A scalable system configuration and sensor upgrade options allow owners to address their evolving needs.

Affordable Change Detection
Operating at highway speeds, the Trimble MX8 allows users to capture more frequent updates of 3D datasets for roadway and right-of-way infrastructure. Combined with Trimble Trident Analyst for Spatial Imaging software, automated extraction of road signs, road geometry, break lines and lane markings reduces manual labour and provides answers earlier in the project. Change detection between current and past datasets allows monitoring of project progress throughout the plan, design, build and maintain phases.

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Trimble Dimensions 2010 Conference

The theme of Trimble Dimensions 2010 — Converge, Connect, Collaborate—provides insight into how the convergence of technology can redefine the way surveying, engineering, construction, mapping, GIS, geospatial, infrastructure, utilities, and mobile resource management professionals connect and collaborate to achieve success.

Trimble Dimensions 2010 conference is looking for speakers who are some of the best in their industries. Consider sharing the techniques, processes, and solutions that have helped you influence your industry and make the most of your career. Become a speaker at Trimble Dimensions 2010.

Submit your Abstract by July 18th.

Set for November 8-10, 2010 in Las Vegas, the conference provides an opportunity for you to share your knowledge with an audience of hundreds of industry professionals. Join a prestigious group of presenters who provide valuable information about real-world applications of positioning technology in the Survey, Construction, Mapping & GIS, Utility, Mobile Mapping, Mobile Resource Management, GNSS Infrastructure and Construction Asset Management industry.

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Russian Space Systems and Trimble Agreement

The Russian Space Systems corporation and the U.S. Trimble Navigation Group have signed an agreement to create a joint satellite navigation venture in Russia, the Russian company has said.

Each of the companies will hold a 50% stake in the Rusnavgeoset company, which will produce Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) geodetic network infrastructure systems, a statement posted on Russian Space Systems' website said.

"This high-technology, innovative sphere of activities directly contributes to the commercializing of GLONASS," the statement said.

GLONASS (Global Navigation Satellite System), the Russian equivalent of the U.S. GPS (Global Positioning System), is designed for both military and civilian use. Both systems allow users to determine their positions to within a few meters.

Federal and local government agencies, as well as large companies are expected to purchase the equipment to be produced by Rusnavgeoset.

The company, to be based in Moscow, will be officially launched at the GLONASS Forum in Moscow on June 1, 2010.

[via RIA Novosti]

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Trimble Forms New Mapping & GIS Industry Solutions Group

Trimble has formed a new industry solutions group within its Mapping and GIS Division. The new group, known as the Market Solutions Team, will work with strategic customers in key industries such as utilities, natural resources, transportation and municipal government to develop advanced data use solutions for field workers involved in the collection, management and utilisation of geospatial information.

Over the last 30 years, Trimble has developed a portfolio of market-leading hardware and software products focused on the field data collection of fixed assets using Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) technology.

After a series of successful product launches, Trimble realised the need for a complementary set of solutions for an ever-growing number of field workers who leverage those assets in their daily business operations. The market solutions team will work closely with customers in selected industries to deliver easy-to-use and customised GPS and GIS solutions. It aims to deliver innovative solutions that improve the efficiency of the field workforce and foster the development of new products that can be distributed through Trimble's global network of authorised mapping and GIS resellers.

The team will initially focus on projects in North America where Trimble has identified a number of opportunities to collaborate with organisations that have large numbers of field workers managing geospatial information. It will also work with the UK-based Trimble professional services (TPS) group already focused on the European market.

Peter Large, general manager of Trimble's Mapping & GIS Division, said, "The market solutions team will provide an advantage to our customers who realise that providing geo-enabled solutions to their field workers can result in a significant return on investment. The new group's industry experience, background in positioning technology and focus on solving customer problems are important criteria for delivering compelling applications of geospatial technology in the field, such as planning and design, asset management and inspection and mobile GIS."

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Indoor Mobile Mapping Solution for Capturing Interior Spaces in 2D and 3D Visualization Models

Trimble introduced an indoor mobile mapping solution for facilities management at SPAR 2010 Conference on 3D Imaging and Positioning. Using innovative technologies, this solution produces fast and accurate maps allowing users to translate their environments directly into 2D and 3D models of structured interiors. The solution enables building owners, facilities managers, engineers and construction professionals to more efficiently plan and manage building assets and properties.

Currently, mapping an indoor space can be time consuming. A tripod, laser and camera are set up to capture measurements and images at various locations. The equipment is then moved and set up multiple times until all perspectives of a room are captured. With the new Trimble solution, a simple walk-through of an interior space allows for 360 degree indoor coverage. Geo-referenced spatial data is captured accurately and quickly as the mobile system moves through the building at walking speed. The solution integrates active and passive sensors with an intuitive user workflow to enable true indoor GIS capability. Maps and models, covering thousands of square feet of indoor space, can be created in minutes and entire buildings can typically be completed in a day.

The Trimble indoor mobile mapping solution provides:
- High-accuracy 2D and 3D maps of interior spaces
- Reduced mapping time and associated cost
- Visual models to optimise the management of building resources
- Situational awareness through complete interior space mapping for build security and special event planners
- Quick and accurate map production through complete work flow and data processing

Peter Canter, director of Advanced Mapping Systems at Trimble's Applanix subsidiary, said, "The Trimble indoor mapping capability has been rigorously demonstrated in a variety of interior spaces, including apartment buildings, subways and shopping malls. In all of these environments, the system delivered exceptional results, both in accuracy and in ease-of-use. Equally as important is the integration with existing software and workflows."

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New Placer Gold GPS Receivers from Trimble

Trimble releases Placer Gold receiver, a 12-channel GPS receiver, designed to provide reliable, fully-configurable vehicle location and reporting for mission-critical automatic vehicle location (AVL) applications. Trimble's Placer receivers are used by public safety and emergency responders to more efficiently locate and dispatch response vehicles.

In addition to 12 channels, the Placer Gold features indicator lights (a new feature not previously available on the Placer 450), a small form factor, and compatibility with point-to-point protocol (PPP) data radios. The Placer Gold DRU’s on-board dead reckoning sensor outputs position data in the absence of satellite signal reception using a built-in angular rate sensor, a vehicle speed input, and a reverse signal input. This solution allows dispatchers to track vehicles through obstructed areas, such as tunnels, urban canyons, and mountains.

According to the company, the Placer Gold offers:
•Reliability: The Placer product line has had a mean time between failures (MTBF) of more than 100,000 hours. This reliability results in a need for fewer spares to support a large fleet and one spare unit can typically serve as a back up for a fleet of up to 1,000 vehicles, Trimble said.

•Robustness: Throughout its history of actual field usage, the company said, the Placer product line has proven to be robust, generally unaffected by in-vehicle radio frequency interference (RFI) or a "sagging" power source.

•Full configuration: With two separate serial/USB ports, multiple output protocols (NMEA and TAIP) and a digital I/O port, the Placer Gold may be configured to work with major public safety Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems, in-vehicle mapping and/or CAD application software. The Placer Gold receiver can connect directly to a laptop, a mobile data radio modem, or both a laptop and modem, with each independent serial port configured to output the same or different protocols and baud rates.

•Time and distance reporting: It allows triggering of position reports when time or distance criteria are met; this feature allows emergency responders to automatically increase the reporting frequency based on vehicle speed, which results in reduced network bottlenecks and wireless transmission costs.

Placer Gold APU and Placer Gold DRU are available now from Trimble’s Mobile Resource Management (MRM) sales team.

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GPS and GIS Webinar from Trimble

Trimble announced the launch of a new Webinar series for the Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) professional.

These instructive sessions are live, interactive, online events that cover a range of topics including new product introductions, industry solutions for the field worker, business partner offerings, and education on Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology in mapping and GIS. To be offered every 4-6 weeks, the Webinars provide a forum for learning about new technology developments from Trimble as well as keeping up with the latest trends in geo-enabling the mobile workforce.

"The GPS and GIS knowledge within Trimble represents a valuable resource for our customers and potential users," said Robert Laudati, director of marketing for the Mapping & GIS Division. "The Webinars provide an interactive environment for learning about positioning and geospatial technology while networking with Trimble staff, industry experts, and online participants."

The first session, held on July 2, 2009, focused on the new Trimble Professional Services (TPS) group. TPS offers software development for field data capture and mobile GIS solutions using Trimbler FastmapT technology, including back office integration and system implementation. TPS services are currently available in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and have been deployed in a broad range of industries including utilities, agriculture, public works, emergency management, and environmental management. The August 19, 2009 session focused on new solutions from Trimble's Utility Field Solutions (TUFS) group, which included the Trimble UtilityCenterr Field Inspector and Maintenance-2 Software

The schedule for upcoming Webinars includes: an introduction to the new Trimble YumaT rugged tablet computer, Virtual Reference Station (VRST) applications for real-time data corrections, and industry solutions from Trimble business partners.

To learn more about the new Mapping & GIS Webinar series, register for upcoming sessions, or download past recordings, visit: www.trimble.com/mgis/webinars.shtml

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Trimble International User Conference ends

Trimble opened its Dimensions 2009 conference on Monday with more than 2,400 registered attendees from 67 countries around the world. The conference theme—Positioning for Success Today. And Tomorrow—provided insight into how surveying, engineering, construction, mapping, Geographic Information System (GIS), geospatial and mobile resource management professionals worldwide can harness the power of today’s technology to help face tomorrow’s challenges. Trimble Dimensions 2009 was held February 23-25 at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas.

Attendees had the opportunity to network with key industry leaders, develop new contacts, build partnerships, discuss opportunities and discover how to overcome obstacles in today’s competitive business environment. With more than 300 sessions across multiple specialty tracks, the conference focused on increasing productivity in the field and the office to transform the way work is done.

The conference included an off-site demonstration and training area and a Partners Pavilion that showcased the complete suite of Trimble construction, survey, engineering, aerial and mobile mapping, GIS and infrastructure solutions, including products from Applanix, Crain, Geo 3D, INPHO, Meridian Systems, Pacific Crest, Quantm, RolleiMetric, SECO, Tripod Data Systems (TDS), TopoSys and XYZ Solutions. Highlighted solutions and technologies included GPS; total stations; field computing and data collection; 3D scanning; pre-design construction planning; 3D visualization; construction project management; aerial mapping; wireless communications; data transfer; and field and office software applications. Other technology providers who are Trimble partners also participated to extend the conference’s range of products and applications.

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Trimble Access software in March 2009

Trimble has introduced Trimble Access software, a new field and office solution for surveyors that is claimed to expedite data collection, processing, analysis, and project information delivery through improved workflows, collaboration and control.

The complete solution speeds both typical and specialized surveying tasks, and enables easy, fast and secure two-way information sharing between the field survey crew and the office. Surveys can be completed faster with less time spent traveling back and forth to the office. Management and field crews can closely collaborate by viewing the same information in near real-time.

Minimizing rework and improving productivity is the basis for Trimble's ongoing focus on Connected Site solutions. The principles of connectivity and total workflow integration provide surveyors with the day-to-day flexibility to adapt to a variety of situations in the field and office—in near real time. The ability to seamlessly share survey information between the field and office while streamlining survey operations in the field, make Trimble Access the ideal tool to take organizations to the next level of productivity and help keep project costs on target and under budget.

The four components of the Trimble Access solution include: Trimble Access services, base software for typical survey applications, specialised application modules, and the Trimble Connected Community.

Trimble Access software, including a variety of modules and subscription services, is expected to be available in March of 2009.

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Trimble Nomad 800X series computers

Trimble introduced the AT&T Inc. -enabled Nomad 800X Series computers, three new models of its popular outdoor rugged handheld computer that offer Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) functionality and integrated quad-band GSM cellular data transmission, digital photography and bar-code scanning in one device.

The Nomad 800X Series models use a built-in high-speed wireless data modem and AT&T's nationwide1 EDGE network to allow users to communicate from the field to a central office or other location. Nomad 800X Series computer users can send and receive real-time data and SMS messages via a cellular network at speeds up to 1 Mb per second wherever cellular connectivity is available.

The Nomad 800XE handheld computer features bar-code scanning capabilities, making it a valuable tool across a broad array of applications in industries where in-the-field bar-code scanning is essential, including asset management, tracking and warehousing. It delivers up to three scans per second, offers easy field-to-office connectivity, and provides all-day usage of eight hours on a single battery charge. Users can choose from a range of compatible battery options, as well as add an ergonomic pistol-grip attachment that improves efficiency for mobile bar-code scanning.

In addition, users can access the Internet and e-mail, and use optional software and built-in GPS capability to transmit their position in the field. The Nomad 800X Series computers work on GSM cellular networks globally, including AT&T in the U.S.

Other models in the series include the Nomad 800XC, which offers a 2.0-megapixel digital camera, and the Nomad 800XE, which features both the camera and a laser bar-code scanner.

The Nomad 800X Series models include a flexible, high-strength antenna as well as signal-strength indicators, and they carry an IP67 rating and meet stringent MIL-STD-810F military standards for drops, vibration and extreme temperatures. They feature the Windows Mobile operating system for easy compatibility with a wide variety of common and specialized software applications.

Pricing and Availability

Nomad 800X Series rugged handheld computers are available now at authorized Trimble dealers. List prices range from $2,449 to $3,049 based on model. There is no upgrade available for current Nomad handheld computer owners, and users will need to purchase a data package from a cellular carrier in order to use a Nomad 800X Series device.

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Trimble's Utility Field Inspection for Jo-Carroll Energy

Trimble announced that Jo-Carroll Energy, a Touchstone Energy Cooperative in Illinois, will be implementing its GIS-based Trimble UtilityCenter uaMaintenance module for utility field inspection and asset management. Jo-Carroll Energy is a member owned and controlled utility which provides electricity, natural gas and associated services at cost to its consumer members in Jo-Daviess, Carroll and Whiteside counties. The cooperative serves more than 25,000 commercial, industrial and residential customers.

Jo-Carroll Energy previously selected the Trimble UtilityCenter Software Suite for GIS utility mapping, outage management and field staking. The increased focus on system reliability and world class customer service has led Jo-Carroll Energy to extend the functionality of the Trimble UtilityCenter solution by adding the uaMaintenance module.

Trimble's UtilityCenter software is currently used by more than 100 electric, gas, water and wastewater utilities throughout the U.S.

Trimble's Utilities Field Solutions group specialises in implementing enterprise mobile workforce, computerised maintenance management system (CMMS), asset management, field data collection, staking and inspection solutions for electric, gas, water/wastewater and solid waste utilities. Trimble's UtilityCenter, Fieldport, and Utility Fleet Manager enterprise solutions automate utility operations which can lead to increased field worker productivity, enhanced customer service and faster emergency response.

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