Trimble Releases Next-Generation Integrated Smartphone and GIS Data Collector
SUNNYVALE, Calif.— Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today the Trimble® TDC600 handheld, an ultra-rugged, all-in-one smartphone and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) data collector for Geographic Information System (GIS) and field inspection applications. The next-generation smartphone data collector boasts an Android™ 8.0 operating system, bright sunlight-readable 6-inch display, powerful 2.2 GHz processor, 4 GB memory and an enhanced capacity all-day battery. Built for GIS users in...
Delair Introduces Open Payload Version of Long-Range UAV to Enable Custom Configuration of Sensing Capabilities
TOULOUSE, France – Delair, a leading supplier of commercial drone solutions, today introduced a new model of its popular long-range UAV, the Delair DT26, which offers an easy-to-integrate architecture for adding user-specified sensors and other payloads to the platform. The Delair DT26 Open Payload model features a removable container which can hold up to 3 Kg of extra payload and be connected to a power supply of up to 140W. It allows drone users to quickly add specialized sensors for specifi...
Gaist’s Mapping Solution Could Boost Efficiency for Utilities Market by 10 Per Cent at 0.01% of Project Cost
London, UK – Utilities companies looking to cut the cost and time of their construction works today have a new solution available to them as Gaist revealed its unique infrastructure digital twin has the potential to increase efficiency output by 10 per cent at 0.01 per cent of the project cost. Showcasing its innovative mapping solutions to the utilities market for the first time at this week’s Utility Week Live, Gaist covers over 341,500 kilometres of the UK’s roads and pathways with more th...
IMAGINiT Clarity 2020 Improves Revit Project Management
BALTIMORE, MD — IMAGINiT Technologies’ latest release of the Clarity 2020 suite of products optimizes the BIM team’s efficiency by automating manual work, unlocking insights for easy analysis and seamless sharing of Autodesk Revit data across the entire team of building owners and project partners. “Every new feature and enhancement in Clarity 2020 is designed to deliver insights to the right people faster, facilitating a smarter BIM team that works more efficiently,” says Bill Zavadil, chie...
Topcon Introduces Real-Time Reality Capture Solution
LIVERMORE, Calif. – Topcon Positioning Group announces its new real-time reality capture solution for building construction verification will be demonstrated at the SPAR 3D Expo and Conference — the GTL-1000. The new real-time verification solution includes a compact scanner integrated with a fully featured robotic total station. Combined with ClearEdge3D Verity, the system is designed to offer a powerful instrument and new standard that speeds up construction verification workflows from what...
First Renewable Energy Smart Load Center Coming to Wilmington
John Donoghue (L), President of Cape Fear Solar Systems purchasing the first ever Koolbridge SMART LOAD CENTER from Bill Griffin (R), President of Koolbridge Solar. Cape Fear Solar Systems Buys First Ever SMART LOAD CENTER From Koolbridge Solar WILMINGTON, NC – Koolbridge Solar recently announced the first ever renewable energy SMART LOAD CENTER. The Koolbridge SMART LOAD CENTER is a one of a kind intelligent breaker box that pairs with solar panels, giving the ability to prioritize...
Ideate Software Applications Now Aligned with Autodesk Revit 2020 and Offer Significant Improvements
San Francisco, CA – Ideate Software, a veteran Autodesk Developer Network member, announced enhancements to its Revit software applications. “Shortly after Autodesk released Revit version 2020 in April 2019, we launched updates to our applications that streamline Revit workflows,” said Glynnis Patterson, director of software development. “Those who subscribe to Ideate Software solutions have access to the current Revit-compatible version (2020) plus three earlier versions (2019-2017), as well...
Twinmotion Joins Unreal Engine Suite of Technologies
Cary, NC – Epic Games today welcomes Twinmotion as the latest offering to help visualization professionals in the architecture, construction, urban planning, and landscaping industries better communicate their designs. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, Twinmotion delivers real-time, final-quality rendering through a simple and intuitive interface, with the ability to quickly produce a variety of presentation options including images, panoramas, videos, and virtual reality content. Starting to...
Students Use a Driving Simulator to Test Roadway Design Before Construction
ROLLA, Mo. – Two undergraduate students at Missouri University of Science and Technology used a driving simulator to help a civil engineering firm evaluate a new roadway design for the $18.6 million Route 160 widening project from Springfield to Willard, Missouri. David Doell, a senior from Eureka, Missouri, who graduates this week with a degree in engineering management, and Matt DeMoss, an S&T senior from Ozark, Missouri, who also graduates this week with a bachelor’s degree in civil engine...
Bentley Systems Announces the Availability of OpenBuildings Station Designer
Uniquely integrates multidisciplinary design and pedestrian simulation for rail and transit stations EXTON, Pa. – Bentley Systems, Incorporated, the leading global provider of comprehensive software and digital twins services for advancing the design, construction, and operations of infrastructure, today announced the general availability of OpenBuildings Station Designer, a new multidisciplinary application for the design, analysis, visualization, and simulation of new or operating rail, met...