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Airborne 1 Corporation 300 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 1060, El Segundo, CA 90245, USA Phone: (310) 414-7400 / Fax: (310) 414-7409 1 E-mail: directory@airborne1.com / Website: www.airborne1.com
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory
Index by Category Consultants (13)
Service Providers (cont’d)
Service Providers (cont’d)
Australia (1) AAMHatch, 3
Canada (cont’d) Mosaic Mapping Systems, 34 North West Geomatics, 37 VeriMAP Plus, 57 W.I.R.E. Services , 59
United States (cont’d) Kucera International, 27 Laser Mapping Specialists, 27 M7 Visual Intelligence LP, 31 Merrick & Company, 33 MD Atlantic Technologies, 34 Spectrum Mapping, 42 Spencer B. Gross, 43 TerraPoint USA, 47 Topographic Imaging, 51 Tuck Mapping Solutions, 53 Waggoner Engineering, 58 Woolpert, 59
Germany (1) GeoLas Consulting, 19 Netherlands, Germany & France (1) TerraImaging, 46 Russia (1) Opten, 38 United Kingdom (2) Merrett Survey Partnership, 32 University of Cambridge, 56 United States (7) Airborne 1 Corporation, 7 Airborne Solutions, 8 Controlw ork, 13 GRW Aerial Surveys, 21 Merrick & Company, 33 Spectrum Mapping, 42 Thomas & Hutton, 49 Topographic Imaging, 51
France (1) TerraImaging, 47 Germany (5) GeoLas Consulting, 19 Terra Digital, 46 TerraImaging, 46 TopoSys, 52 TopScan, 53 India (1) Vandana Aviation & Aviotronic s, 56
Software Developers (4) Canada (1) VeriMap Plus, 57
Italy (2) Aquater, 10 Helica, 22 Japan (1) Nakanihon Air Service, 35
Finland (1) Terrasolid, 48 Netherlands, Germany & France (1) TerraImaging, 46
Professional Societies (1)
Korea – ROK (1) HIST, 22
United States (1) ASPRS, 11
Netherlands (2) Fugro-Inpark, 16 TerraImaging, 47
Publications (6)
Norway (1) Blom Norkart Mapping, 12
Australia (1) Scanning the Horizons , 41
Malaysia (1) Lasermap Asia, 28
Canada (3) Mosaic Mapping Systems , 34 Optech, 38 VeriMAP Plus, 57
Russia (2) Geokosmos, 18 Opten, 38
Germany (2) IGI Ltd., 24 TopoSys, 52
South Africa (1) Airborne Laser Solutions, 7
Sweden (1) Laseroptronix , 29
Sweden (1) TopEye AB, 50
United Kingdom (1) Precision Terrain Surveys, 40
Switzerland (1) Swissphoto AG, 45
United States (2) Leica Geosystems , 29 TerraPoint USA, 47
United States (5) EOM, 15 Geospatial Solutions, 20 PE&RS, 39 POB, 40 The Link, 49
Research/Government (4) Brazil (1) LACTEC, 25 Italy (1) Helica, 22 United Kingdom (2) UK Environment Agency, 55 University of Cambridge, 56
Service Providers (61) Australia (2) AAMHatch, 3 Fugro Spatial Solutions, 17 Brazil (2) Esteio, 15 LACTEC, 25 Canada (7) Aeroscan International, 5 Lasermap Image Plus, 28 LiDAR Services International, 30
United Kingdom (8) 3D Laser Mapping, 3 BKS Surveys, 11 Infoterra, 25 Network Mapping, 36 Precision Terrain Surveys, 40 Simmons Aerofilms , 42 Survey Inspection Systems , 44 University of Cambridge, 56 United States (22) Advanced LiDAR Technology, 4 AeroMap U.S., 5 Aeroscan International, 5 Aerotec USA, 6 Airborne 1 Corporation, 7 Aleutian Group, 9 EarthData International, 14 Geofiny Technologies, 18 GRW Aerial Surveys, 21 Horizons, 23 John Chance Land Surveys, 26
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Russia (1) Opten, 38
System Manufacturers (9)
Other (9) Poland (1) Tukaj Mapping Central Europe, 54 Sweden (1) Laseroptronix, 29 United Kingdom(1) Merrett Survey Partnership, 32 United States (6) Airborne 1 Corporation, 7 Controlwork, 13 Lowe Engineers, 31 NIIRS10, 36 Twin Otter International, 55 Waggoner Engineering, 58
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory 3D Laser Mapping Ltd. Category:
Service Provider
System:
None
Contact Information:
3D Laser Mapping Ltd. Sherbrook Enterprise, 100 Sherbrook Road Nottingham, NG5 6AB, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +44 870 442 9400 Fax: +44 870 121 4605 POC: Graham Hunter
Profile:
3D Laser Mapping has been a specialist in airborne and terrestrial laser scanning since 1999. The company's activities are mainly focused on providing high quality and timely processing for airborne LiDAR data. This includes the development of software for specific value-added features such as GIS integration. The company is the UK distributor for the TerraScan and TerraPhoto software systems, plus also providing training and technical support.
Links:
URL: www.3dlasermapping.com E-mail: info@3dlasermapping.com
AAMHatch Pty Ltd. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants
System:
Optech ALMT3025 (1)
Contact Information:
AAM Hatch Pty Ltd. 11 Wicklow Street, Kangaroo Point Queensland 4169, AUSTRALIA Phone: +61 7 3891 1033 Fax: +61 7 3891 1050 POC: David Jonas, ALS Operations Manager
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
AAMHatch is the continuation of an exceptional legacy; a legacy built upon eight decades of professional experience, development and service delivery by two leading Australian spatial information organizations. AAM Surveys and Hatch Associates' Land Technologies Division have merged to form AAMHatch Pty Ltd. This incorporates the Airborne Laser Scanning expertise of GeoScan. Our heritage is a shared culture of commitment to quality and innovation. Each has proven capabilities in researching and developing new technologies, with both companies having won the prestigious and internationally recognized Australian Excellence in Surveying Award. While each company has its own remarkable record of success, AAMHatch brings together the shared cultures of inquiry, sound scientific foundation, clientfocused management, passion for excellence and professional values. AAMHatch's Airborne Laser Scanning (or LiDAR) Division provides a laser scanning service in Australia, New Zealand, South Asia and countries of the Pacific. We aim to apply the principles of spatial measurement science to provide solutions to clients' requirements.
Links:
URL: www.aamhatch.com.au E-mail: info@aamhatch.com.au
Advanced LiDAR Technology, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Nortech ATLAS-SL (1) with digital camera and color video
Contact Information:
Advanced LiDAR Technology, Inc. PO Box 577 Barker, TX 77413, UNITED STATES Phone: (713) 446 0722 Fax: (281) 578-9772 POC: Steve De Vito, President
Profile:
ALTI owns and operates the ATLAS-SL low altitude laser scanner, ideal for all corridor work and small area surveys. The system is available for long term lease or possible purchase. Contact Steve De Vito for information.
Links:
URL: www.advlidar.com E-mail: sdevito@advlidar.com
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory AeroMap U.S. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALMT3070 (1)
Contact Information:
AeroMap U.S. (A division of Aero-Metric, Inc.) 2014 Merrill Field Drive Anchorage, AK 99501, UNITED STATES Phone: (907) 272-4495 Fax: (907) 274-3265 POC: Steve Jones
Profile:
Services - AeroMap is a full-service geospatial information and mapping firm specializing in aerial photography, remote sensing, satellite image processing, LiDAR services, GIS services, photo laboratory processing, digital orthophotos, topographic mapping, and custom software development. We have served the Alaskan market for more than 40 years. Clients - Our visual and digital geographic information is customized to meet the needs of individuals, energy and exploration companies, engineering consultants, business, military and civilian government agencies, and world organizations. Applications - Our clients rely on our services for feasibility studies, natural resource evaluation, engineering design and construction, temporal change detection and assessment, environmental monitoring, volumetric determinations, and numerous related applications. Staff - AeroMap, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, maintains a staff of over 60 multi-disciplined professional and technical employees. Design, implementation and management of our products and services are accomplished by our Professional Land Surveyors and Certified Photogrammetrists.
Links:
URL: www.aeromap.com E-mail: sjones@aeromap.com
Aeroscan International Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
ALIS 80 – Custom/Proprietary (2)
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
Aeroscan International Inc. th Suite 1500, 633 – 6 Ave. SW Calgary, AB T2P 2Y5, CANADA Phone: (403) 264-4414 Fax: (403) 262-0367 POC: Tony McLaughlin, Vice President
Aeroscan International USA, LLP P.O. Box 2116 Frisco, CO 80443-2116 UNITED STATES Phone: 970-215-4980
Profile:
Aeroscan International Inc., specializing in airborne laser mapping and imaging, has been in business since 1995. 2001 saw the opening of Aeroscan International USA, LLP to provide coverage to the North American marketplace. Aeroscan provides high resolution LiDAR data for the development of DEMs/DTMs, contour maps, etc providing engineering quality data for a wide variety of industry sectors, including; oil & gas; forestry, mining; pipelines; corridor, county and flood plain mapping; hydro-electric; urban modeling; erosion control; wetlands and other restricted access projects. Aeroscan’s systems can be mounted on either a rotary or fixed wing platform, thus allowing for maximum operational flexibility to meet client needs. The systems consist of high resolution scanning laser rangefi nders and state-of the art integrated GPS/INS systems. Digital still or video imaging is also available. With variable point density geared to individual project parameters, engineering quality data and up to 500 meter swath widths, Aeroscan provides client-specific solutions to geo-spatial data needs.
Links:
URL: www.aeroscan.com E-mail: tmclaughlin@aeroscan.com
Aerotec, LLC Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
TopEye (2)
Contact Information:
Aerotec, LLC. 560 Mitchell Field Road Bessemer, AL 35022, UNITED STATES Phone: (205) 428-6444 Fax: (205) 428-2666 POC: James W. Dow
Profile:
Aerotec specializes in providing rapid and effective, value-added airborne laserscan surveys (3D laser imagery) and digital imagery (digital aerial photography) solutions. Aerotec’s solutions include topographic and pathway mapping, utility route selection, electric power transmission mapping and engineering analysis, volumetric determination, engineering data collection, infrastructure/asset inspection and documentation, and GIS population, using rotary and fixed wing 6
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory aircraft. Aerotec’s goal is to provide a professional service that will assist its clients in a more timely and cost-effective completion of their projects. Links:
URL: www.aerotecusa.com E-mail: jdow@aerotecusa.com
Airborne 1 Corporation Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants, Other
System:
Optech ALTM2025 (1), Optech ALTM2050 (1)
Contact Information:
Airborne 1 Corporation 300 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 1060 El Segundo, CA 90245, UNITED STATES Phone: (310) 414-7400 Fax: (310) 414-7409 POC: Alejandra Espinosa, Director of Marketing
Profile:
Airborne 1 provides advanced LiDAR technology and asset management for partners in the photogrammetry, surveying and mapping fields. Our digital mapping services and solutions include a dedicated team of LiDAR surveying experts; state-of-the-art Optech ALTM sensors; LiDAR data processing analysis and application development; LiDAR field survey coordination and project management. Airborne offers a variety of services including: -
Turnkey LiDAR Services Software Training Rentals (system, aircraft, operator) Fractional Ownership Plans
Airborne 1 enables professionals to effectively enter the LiDAR market without having to incur in the high costs of owning a sensor. We are the U.S. distributor for the Terrasolid suitcase of software products and training, including TerraScan, TerraModeler, TerraMatch, TerraSurvey, and TerraPhoto. Airborne 1 is the number one LiDAR provider to U.S. photogrammetry, surveying and mapping firms. Links:
URL: www.airborne1.com E-mail: info@airborne1.com or sales@airborne1.com
Airborne Laser Solutions 7
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM 3033 (1), Optech ALTM1205 (1)
Contact Information:
Postal Address: Airborne Laser Solutions Postnet Suite 6, Private Bag X65 Halfway House, 1685 SOUTH AFRICA Phone: +27 11 315 8660 Fax: +27 11 315 8661
Profile:
Airborne Laser Solutions is a LiDAR mapping company based in South Africa which also has joint operations with companies who represent ALS in South America, the Middle East, India and South-East Asia. We specialize in the supply of high accuracy digital orthophotos and terrain models for uses ranging from general purpose mapping of large areas to high detail mapping of narrow railway and power line corridors for optimization and GIS data capture. We own two Optech ALTM LiDAR systems matched with Hasselblad medium format digital cameras. Special skills include the optimization of power flow in existing power lines, open cast mining surveys and coast line surveys.
Links:
URL: www.alsafrica.com E-mail: info@alsafrica.com
Physical Address: Airborne Laser Solutions 149 New Road Grand Central Airport Midrand Gauteng SOUTH AFRICA
Airborne Solutions, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants
System:
Custom/Proprietary (1)
Contact Information:
Airborne Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 2116, 680 Gold Dust Drive Frisco, CO 80443-2116, UNITED STATES Phone/Fax: (970) 668-0841 Cell: (970) 215-4980 POC: Jeff Schramm
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Airborne Solutions Inc., Surveying and Mapping Consulting Firm, offers a wide range of Consulting and Technology Services: Consulting Services - Needs Assessments - Cost/Benefits - Implementation Plans - Procurement Assistance - Contract Management - Project Management - Data Validation - Technology Training Technology Services - LiDAR Data Acquisition, Post-processing and Data Validation - Airborne GPS Data Acquisition and Post-Processing - GPS Ground Surveying. - Aerial Imagery, - Digital Orthophotography - Photogrammetric Engineering Airborne Solutions Inc. specializes in high resolution LiDAR data for DTM generation for various applications including County wide GIS and map related products, forestry, coastal engineering, corridor and right-of-way mapping, construction, flood mapping, urban modeling, wire surveys, disaster response and damage assessment, wetlands and other restricted access projects. The company operates a proprietary LiDAR system consisting of a high resolution scanning laser rangefinder(s); a state of the art integrated GPS/INS system and a highresolution video and or a digital frame camera system. The system is capable of providing accurate high-resolution digital elevation models as well as georeferenced video and still imagery for route planning and wide area coverage surveys.
Links:
URL: www.airbornesolutions.net E-mail: jschramm@earthlink.net
The Aleutian Group Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM1210 (2)
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
The Aleutian Group 3070 Skyway Drive, Suite #101 Santa Maria, CA 93455-1830, UNITED STATES Phone: (805) 348-0023 Fax: (805) 348-0010
Profile:
The Aleutian Group, LLC develops customized, global solutions for industries faced with intensive asset concentration and monitoring requirements. No other company in the world offers such an integrated, global approach. We concentrate on corridor mapping for the Electric Utility, Railroad, and Pipeline Operators. Internationally we have mapped over 75,000 miles and have over 17,000 miles of LiDAR work. We are an ISO 9001, and we have a very detailed quality assurance program that has an 82-page manual Experts in LiDAR Experts in Infrared Experts in GIS asset collections And we have a very strong resume of clients we are more than happy to give to referrals upon request. Better Service, Better Quality, Better Price.
Links:
URL: www.aleutiangroup.com E-mail: infoline@aleutiangroup.com
Aquater S.p.A. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM1210 (1) with operational altitude (range) of 2000m, and with a Rollei metric digital camera (CCD of 16 Megapixels) embedded
Contact Information:
Aquater S.p.A. Via Miralbello, 53 61047 S. Lorenzo in Campo (PU), ITALY Phone: +39 0721 731 442 Fax: +39 0721 731 530 Cell: +39 349 74 07 910 POC: Leonardo Bastianelli, Marketing Manager; Dr Vittorio Gorgoni
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Aquater is a limited company established in 1974 and it is controlled by Snamprogetti Spa, the leading company of ENI for engineering, main contracting and technological research, which provides Aquater with core principles, in line with ENI’s national and international strategies. In thirty years of activity both in Italy and abroad, Aquater has built up a unique mix of technical expertise, operating methods, experience and technology providing a comprehensive range of services in land, environmental and natural resources engineering, water and soil remediation and in infrastructure sectors. Aquater has developed and applies a Quality System conformed to ISO 9001:2000 standards certified by DNV. Aquater has achieved the certification to operate as EU public works contractor. The airborne remote sensing activity, developed by the Earth Observation unit for the production of georeferenced added value products, is performed by means of the Aquater passive hyperspectral (vis-IR) and active (LiDAR) sensors.
Links:
URL: www.aquater.eni.it E-mail: vittorio.gorgoni@aquater.eni.it, leonardo.bastianelli@aquater.eni.it
American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) Category:
Professional Society
System:
N/A
Contact Information:
ASPRS 5410 Grosvenor Lane Bethesda, MD 20814, UNITED STATES Phone: (301) 493-0290 Fax: (301) 493-0208 POC: Anna Marie Kinerney, Meetings/Marketing Manager
Profile:
Founded in 1934, ASPRS is an international professional organization of over 6,000 geospatial data professionals. ASPRS is devoted to advancing knowledge and improving understanding of the mapping sciences to promote responsible application of photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems and supporting technologies. For complete information about the Society, visit www.asprs.org.
Links:
URL: www.asprs.org E-mail: akinerkey@asprs.org
BKS Surveys Ltd. 11
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS40 (1)
Contact Information:
BKS Surveys Ltd. 47 Vallycairn Road, Coleraine, Northern Ireland, BT51 3HZ, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: 00 44 28 7035 2311 Fax: 00 44 28 7035 7637 POC: Niamh O'Hagan, Marketing Manager
Profile:
BKS offers a complete solution for the creation of geospatial databases using land & aerial surveying techniques and data capture services. With 40 years of experience in undertaking projects in UK and overseas, the technological vision and world-wide expertise of BKS has been used to provide innovative and cost effective solutions for our clients including Military and National Mapping agencies, local government, environment agencies, consulting engineers, transport authorities and utilities. The company has the largest commercial aerial survey production resource in the UK equipped with its own survey aircraft, FMC camera, LiDAR system, in-house photolab and 17 photogrammetric workstations (digital/analytical) complimented by the latest equipment and mapping/GIS software to offer complete solutions for our clients. The range of services offered by BKS includes laser mapping (helicopter and fixed wing), aerial photography, digital mapping, orthophotography, 3D modelling, GIS data capture and consultancy.
Links:
URL: www.bks.co.uk E-mail: info@bks.co.uk
Blom Norkart Mapping AS Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM1223 (1)
Contact Information:
Blom Norkart Mapping AS Løkketangen 20A, P.O. Box 451 N-1302 Sandvika, NORWAY Phone: +47 67 50 50 10 Fax: +47 67 50 50 11 POC: Andreas Holter, Managing Director
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Blom Norkart Mapping AS is the new name of Fotonor AS. Fotonor AS was reorganised last autumn. The shareholders, Blom ASA and Norkart AS, transferred their mapping activities to Fotonor and changed the name of the company to Blom Norkart Mapping (BNM). This was effective by 1st of September 2003. BNM handles now the whole value chain from airborne sensors to largescale mapping and orthophoto production. We operate primarily in the European marked with our airborne sensors. We have three Piper PA-31-310 Navajo aircrafts, two Leica RC30 cameras, one ALTM 1233 from Optech and one system for Magnetic Survey in corporation with TGS NOPEC (http://www.tgsnopec.no/ geoservi/npzplane.htm). The map and orthophoto production is done both in Norway and at Blom Nusantara in Indonesia.
Links:
URL: www.bnmapping.no or www.fotonor.no E-mail: leb@bnmapping.no and ah@bnmapping.no
Controlwork LLC Category:
Consultants, Other
System:
None
Contact Information:
Controlwork LLC 10655 Richmond Avenue, Suite 170 Houston, TX 77042, UNITED STATES Phone: (713) 785-6820 Fax: (713) 785-2759
Profile:
Controlwork LLC provides ground based support services to the Airborne Laser Scanning industry. These services are available throughout the USA. GPS base stations Survey of ground truthing Independent QA/QC surveys Transformation of LiDAR data to local datums / geoids Selection and survey of calibration sites Survey of offsets on aircraft Consultancy and advice about all of the above. Controlwork LLC is offering its services throughout USA. Any overseas work can be completed by our sister company Merrett Survey Partnership. See www.merrettsurvey.com
Links:
URL: www.controlwork.com or www.LiDAR.us E-mail: info@controlwork.com
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory EarthData International Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS40 SN001 (1), Leica ALS40 SN013 (1)
Contact Information:
EarthData International 7320 Executive Way Frederick, MD 21704, UNITED STATES Phone: (301) 948-8550 Fax: (301) 963-2064 POC: Kathleen Dall, Marketing Coordinator
Profile:
EarthData has served private-sector, state, local, federal, and DoD agencies and intelligence community clients worldwide since 1955. Under the mandates of an ISO-certified quality system, EarthData employs its own fleet of aircraft with stateof-the-art remote sensing equipment, research and development teams, three geospatial data and intelligence production facilities, exclusive GeoSAR and ISTAR mapping services, and international affiliations to support domestic and international programs for designing, planning, developing, and managing geospatial information and systems.
Links:
URL: www.earthdata.com E-mail: holdings@earthdata.com
Earth Observation Magazine (EOM) Category:
Publication
System:
N/A
Contact Information:
Earth Observation Magazine (EOM) Phone: (303) 713-9500 POC: Roland Mangold, Publisher and Editor
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Earth Observation Magazine (EOM) - The magazine for geographic, mapping, Earth information is the leading journal integrating all of the GeoTechnologies and applying them to the myriad vertical markets that can benefit from these technologies. Earth Observation Magazine’s objective is to help grow the industry by exposing new and existing users to the benefits of Satellite Imagery, Digital Aerial Photography, Multi- and Hyper-Spectral Imagery, Terrestrial Laser Scanning, Airborne LiDAR, Digital Photogrammetry and Topographic and Vector Data. There is a great need to inform professionals from all disciplines as to the benefits of these information sources and how to best put them to use within any given application. EOM circulates to 20,000 professionals involved in mapping, remote sensing, GPS, GIS in many vertical industries such as engineering, environmental, forestry, urban planning, utilities, petroleum, mining, real estate, telecommunications, defense and Homeland Security, and local, state and federal government.
Links:
URL: www.eomonline.com E-mail: rolandmangold@worldnet.att.net
Esteio Engenharia e Aerolevantamentos S.A. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM2025 (1)
Contact Information:
Esteio Engenharia e Aerolevantamentos S.A. Rua Reinaldo Machado, 1151 Curitiba, Parana, 80215-010, BRAZIL Phone: +55 41 332-4299 Fax: +55 41 332-3273 POC: Amauri Brandalize, Technical Director
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Founded in 1969, ESTEIO-ENGENHARIA E AEROLEVANTAMENTOS S. A. is a closed-capital Brazilian company. Acting as a consulting company, ESTEIO had its activities mainly concentrated on the development of projects and surveys of civil engineering area, mainly roads, railways, airports, sanitation, power lines and mapping. In 1995, ESTEIO acquired its first digital orthophoto and image processing system and now it has more than 15 digital workstations. Flying with three own airplanes, in 1997, ESTEIO acquired a ZEISS RMK-TOP aerial camera and in 2001, ESTEIO acquired an Optech's ALTM2025 and start a new era using LiDAR systems. Nowadays, ESTEIO has been working with Pipeline projects using new technologies like PCM (Pipeline Current Mapper) and GPR (Ground Penetrating Radar) to locate buried structures. ESTEIO is a company having in its curriculum a long list of services, always searching new technologies in a practical way and offering high satisfaction services to its clients.
Links:
URL: www.esteio.com.br E-mail: info@esteio.com.br
Fugro-Inpark BV Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
FLI-MAP – Custom/Proprietary (developed in conjunction with John Chance)
Contact Information:
Fugro-Inpark BV PO Box 3000, 2260 DA Leidschendam, Dillenburgsingel 69, 2263 HW Leidschendam, NETHERLANDS Phone: +31 (0)70 317 0788 Fax: +31 (0)6 5020 1181 POC: Todd Mitchell, Field Operations Supervisor
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Fugro-Inpark BV is an engineering and consultancy company which is part of the world-wide Fugro network of companies, offering expertise and project support in the areas of geographic information systems and their applications, photogrammetry, subterranean infrastructure, telecommunications and civil engineering. Fugro-Inpark BV operates two of the latest versions of the FLI-MAP system for the European, African, Australian and Asian markets. The FLI-MAP systems are designed for use with five different helicopter varieties. They use twin scanning lasers mounted at angles to reduce target shadowing. In total these lasers are measuring more than 20,000 points per second, generating typically greater than 14 points per square meter in a corridor 80 meters in width. FLI-MAP also carries onboard two video cameras, two high-resolution photo cameras and presently modifications are underway to include two infra-red (thermal) cameras. Customers of FLI-MAP include power transmission, rail service, water management, road maintenance, construction companies as well as firms performing terrain surface modeling.
Links:
URL: www.fugro-inpark.nl or www.flimap.nl
Fugro Spatial Solutions Pty Ltd Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
FLI-MAP – Custom/Proprietary
Contact Information:
Postal Address: Fugro Spatial Solutions Pty Ltd. PO Box 10 Sunnybank QLD 4109 AUSTRALIA POC: B. Jones
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Street Address: Fugro Spatial Solutions Pty Ltd. 11 Hi-Tech Court Eight Mile Plains, QLD 4113 AUSTRALIA Phone: +61-7-3841-3433 Fax: +61-7-3841-3466
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Fugro Spatial Solutions Pty Ltd is Australia’s largest dedicated provider of spatial information operating throughout the Australian and international market place. We employ over 125 staff in eight offices around Australia. Through the collection, processing and interpretation of data of the earth's surface, we provide quality products and services for a wide range of applications. We operate the only FLI-MAP airborne laser mapping system in the Asia Pacific region. FLI-MAP is most often used for corridor mapping i.e. linear projects such as rail tracks and powerlines requiring rapid, dense survey information. Fugro Spatial Solutions works closely with Fugro-Inpark b.v. which operates a FLI-MAP system for the European market. Fugro-Inpark and Fugro Spatial Solutions are both part of the Fugro Group of companies. In addition to airborne laser mapping, we provide a wide range of spatial information services using the latest technology. Please check our web site below for more information.
Links:
URL: www.fugrospatial.com.au E-mail: b.jones@fugrospatial.com.au
Geofiny Technologies Inc. Category:
Service Provider
System:
---
Contact Information:
Geofiny Company 6145F Northbelt Parkway Norcros, GA, 30071, UNITED STATES Phone : (770) 326-9154 Fax: (770) 246-8627 POC: Srivatsan Ramachandran (Watson)
Profile:
Geofiny services include advanced digital mapping, remote sensing and geographic information systems, application software development services. Geofiny provides high-end digital mapping solutions using LIDAR remote sensing, Photogrammetry and GIS tools to provide a wide range of mapping services.
Links:
URL: www.geofiny.com E-mail: srivatsanr@geofiny.com, info@geofiny.com
Geokosmos Company Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory System:
Optech ALTM2050 (1), Optech ALTM3070 (1)
Contact Information:
Geokosmos Company 14, Building 1, B. Ordynka Str., Moscow, 119017, RUSSIA Phone: +7 (095) 959-40-88/80/90 Fax: +7 (095) 959-40-93 POC: Inna Bartchan, Marketing & PR Manager
Profile:
Geokosmos company is a privately owned and operated topographical and surveying company established in 1993 in Moscow. Geokosmos company is reputed to be a significant player in the Russian topographic and geodetic survey market in different areas, making use of airborne and land laser scanners, digital cameras, GPS receivers and other surveying equipment, as well as 3D digital multipurpose modeling. The significant part of the company activity is distributing surveying equipment of such companies as Optech, Riegl, Trimble. Since 2003 Geokosmos company pioneered in Russia the application of groundbased and airborne laser scanners developing and using laser scanning technologies for the creation of digital terrain and engineering structure models. Company's principal service lines: mining, oil and gas production, motor and railway transport, power industry, engineering survey and design, construction, architecture. Our main products: - Digital topography plans and specialized maps - ?-D models of engineering structures and terrain relief
Links:
URL: www.geokosmos.com E-mail: info@geokosmos.com
GeoLas Consulting Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants
System:
LiteMapper1400 (1), LiteMapper2800-600 – Custom/Proprietary (developed in conjunction with IGI mbH)
Contact Information:
GeoLas Consulting Sultenstr. 3, D-85586 Poing, GERMANY Phone: +49 8121 977342 Fax: +49 89 92185 445
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
GeoLas Consulting is a service provider and engineering firm specialized on Airborne Laser Mapping (LiDAR). With over 12 years of experience in the development of LiDAR systems, LiDAR mapping operations, and data processing, they provide the entire range of services for this technology. GeoLas' background in topographic LiDAR system development reaches back to the early 1990s when their founders introduced the first imaging airborne LiDAR system in Europe, ScaLARS. They have since pursued the design and deployment of advanced LiDAR hard- and software creating tools to exploit advanced LiDAR features, like return signal intensity, echo waveform digitization, and fusion of LiDAR data with imager/thermal scanner data. Based on first hand experience with LiDAR mapping technology and operational requirements GeoLas Consulting also offers system integration, and custom software development services, as well as technology consulting and training.
Links:
URL: www.geolas.com E-mail: com@geolas.com
Geospatial Solutions Category:
Publication
System:
None
Contact Information:
Editorial Department: Geospatial Solutions PO Box 11247 Eugene, OR 97440 UNITED STATES Phone: (541) 935-2600 Fax: (541) 935-5208 POC: Scottie Barnes, Editor in Chief
Profile:
Geospatial Solutions is the most objective and authoritative resource for the community of professionals who develop and deploy GIS and related spatial technologies. The magazine highlights practical applications of GIS, GPS, remote sensing, and mobile technologies in diverse application environments. Its editorial provides solutions-based case studies; timely news about product launches, policy initiatives, market developments, and technical innovations; and management and technology tutorials.
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Advertising Department: Geospatial Solutions 485 Route 1 South st Building F – 1 Floor Iselin, NJ 08830 UNITED STATES Phone: (732) 346-3055 Fax: (732) 596-0056 POC: Morag Greenberg
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Links:
URL: www.geospatioal-online.com E-mail: sbarnes@advanstar.com or jengelhardt@advanstar.com
GRW Aerial Surveys, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants
System:
Optech ALTM 33khz (1) with Applanix POS/AV 510-DG Position and Orientation System Inertial Measuring Unit
Contact Information:
GRW Aerial Surveys, Inc. 801 Corporate Drive Lexington, KY 40503, UNITED STATES Phone: (859) 223-3999 POC: Jeff Padgett, CP - Vice President
Profile:
Mapping at the Speed of Light - GRW Aerial Surveys, Inc., formed in 1976, is among the leading providers of photogrammetric mapping and LiDAR services for federal, state, municipal, and private clients. With over 70 professionals on staff, GRW has the capacity and expertise required for a successful project. Based in Lexington, KY, with offices across the country, we provide the following services nationwide: - Aerial Photography, ABGPS, IMU - LiDAR - Surveying - Photogrammetric Mapping - DEM/DTM - Digital Orthophotography - Data Conversion - GIS Design and Implementation - Internet/Intranet GIS Development GRW has combined our extensive knowledge of photogrammetry with the powerful utilization of LiDAR, offering clients an accurate, cost saving alternative. Our Optech ALTM 33khz obtains high-resolution data thousands of times faster than conventional means. With over 25 years of experience, GRW is proficient in recommending cost saving techniques to our clients, without sacrificing accuracy. For more information, please visit www.grwinc.com.
Links:
URL: www.grwinc.com E-mail: info@grwinc.com
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Hanjin Information Systems & Telecommunications Co., Ltd. (HIST) Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants
System:
Optech ALTM3070 (1) with its Integrated Emerge Digital Camera (1)
Contact Information:
Hanjin Information Systems & Telecommunications Co., Ltd. (HIST) rd 2~3 Fl. Korea Airport Service B/D, 499-1 Bangwha-Dong, Kangseo-Gu, Seoul, KOREA (ROK) Phone: +82-2-2166-7114 Fax: +82-2-2166-7070 POC: Seung-Heon Lee
Profile:
Hanjin Information Systems & Telecommunication Co., Ltd. (HIST) is the allied company of Hanjin Group. Hanjin Group successfully created worldwide transportation networks of land, sea and air for the top class logistics service. As the largest GIS service provider in Korea, the goal of HIST is ‘A Leading Company of Integrated GIS and Logistics IT’. Established in 1989, HIST has being led Korea's advancement into the information era through providing strategic information systems and services that meet international standards. After merging GIS business from KAS Co., Ltd. in 2000, GIS business became one of the main part of HIST. HIST GIS service is providing laser mapping, aerial photography, aerial photo survey & investigation, ground survey, DB implementation, GIS consulting, GIS application system development and research project. It is promised highly advanced GIS service to you by more than 170 GIS specialists and high-end facilities including the latest ALTM3070 with its integrated digital camera.
Links:
URL: www.HIST.co.kr, or www.GIS.co.kr, or www.LaserMapping.co.kr
Helica Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Research
Syst em:
Optech ALTM 3033 (1)
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
Helica srl Via Fratelli Solari, 10, 33020 Amaro (Ud), ITALY Phone: +39 0433 94286 Fax: +39 0433 469348 POC: Diego Plos, General Manager
Profile:
Helica is a new aviation company where some skilled people have merged to create a remote sensing acquisition firm. It was 2000 when we got all license for aerial work and approval for helicopter modifications in order to install our new ALTM3033 plus a Rollei metric 4k x 4K digit-camera. We have been very successful in the last 2 years and we are going to look at new system for 2 implementing laser data (Hyperspectral). At the moment more than 5000 km have been acquired and delivered thank to the association made with OGS (a Research Government Institute in Italy). We want to be very aggressive and competitive in Europe since we have not to make profits for external aviation firm. Nevertheless, in some projects we leased a fix-wing aircraft since too far away from our hangar. As you know, we fly mainly our own helicopters (two) equipped and dedicated for LiDAR survey.
Links:
URL: www.grwinc.com E-mail: info@grwinc.com
Horizons, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS40 (1) upgraded for intensity
Contact Information:
Horizons, Inc. 3600 Jet Drive Rapid City, SD 57703, UNITED STATES Phone: (605) 343.0280 Fax: (605) 343.0305 POC: Becky Morton, Director of Marketing
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Since 1968, Horizons has grown to a position of leadership in the field of photogrammetry and remote sensing. This position has come from a commitment to innovative geospatial technologies to meet the increasingly sophisticated needs of its clients. Service "from the ground up" includes survey, aerial photography, LiDAR, thermal, Airborne GPS, inertial technology, GIS development, topographic mapping and orthophotography. Horizons is equipped and experienced in providing service to meet the needs of a diverse client base including environmental, land development, transportation, utilities, municipal GIS, hydrology and mining. For more information, call (605) 343-0280 or visit www.horizonsinc.com.
Links:
URL: www.horizonsinc.com E-mail: bmorton@horizonsinc.com
IGI Ltd. Category:
System Manufacturer
System:
LiteMapper TM series
Contact Information:
IGI (Ingenieur-Gesellschaft fuer Interfaces mbH) Langenauer Str. 46 57223 Kreuztal, GERMANY Phone: +49 2732 5525 25 0 Fax: +49 2732 5525 25 POC: Albrecht Grimm, CEO
Profile:
IGI offers the LiteMapper series of affordable airborne LiDAR Terrain Mapping systems for topographic surveys and corridor mapping. They are designed to provide highly accurate measurements in a compact and lightweight package that easily can be installed even on small survey aircraft and helicopters. These fully integrated LiDAR systems are offered with a significantly lower price tag than the high-end competition. They cover the low to mid altitude segments (250 - 900m) and include a top-of-the-line IMU sensor and the CCNS guidance & management system (both of European origin, so there are less export restrictions), data registration and have an integrated digital camera option. The LiteMappers also come with a suite of software tools, covering LiDAR project management and data processing.
Links:
URL: www.igi-ccns.com of www.igi-ccns.com/litemapper.html E-mail: info@igi-ccns.com
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Infoterra Ltd. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM2033 (1)
Contact Information:
Infoterra Ltd. Atlas House, 41 Wembley Road Leicester, LE3 1UT, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +44 116 273 2300 Fax: +44 116 273 2400
Profile:
Launched in January 2001, Infoterra Ltd. is a 100% owned subsidiary of EADS Astrium, Europe's leading space company. Building on over 20 years of experience in commercial Earth observation, Infoterra's is a world leader in provision of next-generation geographic information products and services. Infoterra was formed by integrating the Earth Observation Services department of Astrium (Germany) and the National Remote Sensing Centre Ltd. (NRSC Ltd.) (UK). Infoterra is part of the Airborne Laserscanning International (ALI) consortium in conjunction with Geodan Geodesie b.v. (now TerraImaging b.v.) and TopScan GmbH (still TopScan GmbH). Through its ALI relationship Infoterra have been operating an Optech ALTM 1020 since 1996, focusing mainly in Europe and Australia. Building on its early work with LiDAR technology, Infoterra now owns and operates an Optech ALTM 2033. Infoterra was one of the first commercial organizations to take delivery of a 2033.
Links:
URL: www.infoterra-global.com
Instituto de Tecnologia para o Desenvolvimento – LACTEC Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Research
System:
Optech ALTM2050
Contact Information:
Instituto de Tecnologia para o Desenvolvimento - LACTEC BR 116, Km98 s/n, Centro PolitĂŠcnico de UFPR Curitiba, PR-81531-980, BRAZIL Phone: +55 41 361-6223 Fax: +55 41 266-2935
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Lactec, a research and development firm based in Curitiba, Brazil, provides solutions to entrepreneurs in federal public agencies, states and cities, energy production/distribution, electronic industries, automobile assembly plants and other key economic sectors in Brazil. Lactec uses an Optech ALTM 2050 to advance its innovative work in support of Brazil’s environmental resources and growing energy infrastructure. Lactec is a large organization of five installations including three laboratories and two research centers in the fields of hydrology, hydraulics, environmental resources, electrics and electronics, chemistry and materials, vehicle and fuel emissions. The department of GIS and LiDAR is committed not only to mapping and data acquisition but also with providing intelligent geospatial solutions using the collected data.
Links:
URL: www.lactec.org.br or www.mapeamentoalaser.com.br E-mail: laser@lactec.org.br
John Chance Land Surveys, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
FLI-MAP – Custom/Proprietary (4)
Contact Information:
John Chance Land Surveys, Inc. 200 Dulles Drive Lafayette, LA, 70506, UNITED STATES Phone: (337) 268-3273 POC: Jack L. Cormier
Profile:
John Chance Land Surveys, a Fugro company, operates the proprietary FLI-MAP airborne survey system. FLI-MAP is extremely well suited for linear projects that require rapid collection of dense, accurate 3D survey information for engineering and design. Customers include electric utilities, highway, and railroad industries. Applications include GIS data source, locations and heights of structures and crossing conductors, sag heights of existing conductors, drainage analysis and site design, railroad track alignment design and digital terrain modeling, track and utility maintenance planning, route analysis, vertical profiles, cross sections, contours and volumetric data. Integrated acquisition technologies are combined for extremely accurate multisensor data collection in a single flight, saving customers time and money. FLIP7 proprietary processing software thins and manipulates the collected data into a rd manageable and extremely useful dataset, easily exportable to a number of 3 party CAD packages and allows the LiDAR and image data to be seamlessly integrated.
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Links:
URL: www.jchance.com/chanceweb/framset.htm or www.flimap.com E-mail: jcormier@jchance.com
Kucera International Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS50
Contact Information:
Kucera International Inc. 38133 Western Parkway, Willoughby, OH 44094, UNITED STATES Phone: (440) 975-4230 Fax: (440) 975-4238 POC: John Antalovich, Jr., President
Profile:
Kucera International Inc. provides state-of-the-art aerial LiDAR survey services using an in-house, latest-generation Leica ALS50 LiDAR system operated from Kucera's single- or twin-engine aircraft. The ALS50 has a number of superior LiDAR technology features, including improved laser scanning optics, laser pulse rate up to 83 kHz, continuous flight altitude range, and automated roll stabilization. Kucera's LiDAR survey experience includes city, county, and regionwide orthograde DEMs and topo-grade DTMs, transmission line corridor surveys, FEMA hydrographic and coastal area surveys, airport obstruction surveys, and digital surface/canopy modeling. Kucera also provides complete in-house aerial photography, surveying, orthophotography, photogrammetric mapping, geospatial data conversion, GIS support, cadastral mapping, 3D visualization, and related geomatic services for projects throughout the U.S. and abroad. Kucera is a woman-owned business enterprise and a corporate member of ASPRS, MAPPS, and URISA.
Links:
URL: www.kucerainternational.com E-mail: map@kucerainternational.com
Laser Mapping Specialists, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM 2033 (1) with integrated Kodak DCS420 color/color IR digital camera
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
Laser Mapping Specialists, Inc. P.O. Box 7, 118 South Oak Street, Raymond, MS 39154, UNITED STATES Phone: (601) 857-0796 Fax: (601) 857-4181 POC: Robbie Robinson, CEO
Profile:
Laser Mapping Specialists, Inc is a woman owned small business providing airborne laser mapping and digital photography services. Their principals are professional land surveyors and were the pioneers in utilizing LiDAR sensors for high accuracy commercial mapping applications. While at other companies, they began LiDAR mapping over 8 years ago utilizing the first Optech LiDAR system, the ALTM1020. They have mapped projects from near the artic circle to the Panama Canal Railroad, and all over the United States. They formed LMSI over 5 years and have mapped millions of acres of land using the Optech LiDAR systems. They recently mapped Marion County, Indiana, Madison County, Indiana, Genessee County, Michigan and Beaufort County, South Carolina. Beaufort County was a FEMA compliant LiDAR flood plain survey with 1’ contour mapping that had an independently ground truthed RMSE of 8cm at a 100% confidence interval.
Links:
URL: www.lasermaps.com E-mail: info@lasermaps.com
Lasermap Image Plus Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM2050 (1) Optech ALTM1020(1)
Contact Information:
Lasermap Image Plus/GPR 16 Sixth Line Bristol, RR4 Quyon, Quebec, J0X 2V0 CANADA Phone: (819) 647-3085 Fax: (819) 647-3085 POC: Robert Fowler
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Lasermap Asia Suite 2-M 2nd floor, 2300 Century Square Jln Usahawan, 6300 Cyberjaya Selangor Darul Ehsan MALAYSIA Tel:+603-8318-0052 Fax: +603-8318-0049 POC: Rejean Simard
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Having commenced LiDAR surveys in 1997, Lasermap Image Plus/GPR is one of the world's most experienced LiDAR service providers,. The Company has completed almost every type of LiDAR survey (except for hydrographic surveys) including flood risk mapping, corridor mapping for transportation links, transmission lines, pipelines, development projects, mining and environmental projects, coastal erosion, forestry surveys and numerous others. The company works around the world and has worked on projects in Asia, Africa, and North and South America, from the tropics to the Arctic. The Company has a dedicated research and development team which has developed both its integrated imagery system using a digital camera, as well as some of the world's most advanced flood modeling software.
Links:
URL: www.lasermap.com E-mail: bobf@lasermap.com or rejean@lasermap.com
Laseroptronix Category:
System Manufacturer, Other
System:
LS 400
Contact Information:
Laseroptronix Glimmerv채gen 8 187 34 T채by, SWEDEN Phone: 0046-8-58170064 Fax: 0046-8-58170061
Profile:
Laseroptronix is a leading supplier of electro optical systems and solutions in Scandinavia. We offer the: LS 400 laser radar unit / LiDAR Geomapper airborne system LaserGrab ladar alarm unit
Links:
URL: www.laseroptronix.com E-mail: laseropt@algonet.se
Leica Geosystems Category:
System Manufacturer
System:
ALS50
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
Leica Geosystems GIS & Mapping, LLC - Worldwide Headquarters 2801 Buford Highway, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30329-2137 UNITED STATES Phone: (877) 463-7327 Fax: (404) 248-9400
Leica Geosystems Airborne LiDAR 13 Park Drive, Westford, MA, 01886 UNITED STATES Phone: (978) 692-8500
Profile:
Highlights of ALS50 Laser Scanner: - Compact, low profile scanner design easily fits into under-mounted pods on helicopters and light aircraft. - Unique optical design - Swath width (or field of view) up to 75° - Scan rates to 70 Hz - Multi-return range and intensity capture - Pulse rates to 70+ kHz - Built-in diagnostics - Easy in-flight operation - Altitudes to 4000 meters AGL — greater than any competing sensor - Mounting provisions for medium-format digital frame camera Leica Geosystems has expanded its surveying and geomatics technology product areas to offer a line of GIS and mapping solutions. With its robust line of aerial cameras, workstations, and imaging and photogrammetry software from LH Systems and ERDAS, Leica Geosystems now offers a wide range of systems for mapping professionals including GIS, production photogrammetrists, engineers, and remote sensing analysts.
Links:
URL: www.gis.leica-geosystems.com
LiDAR Services International, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
HELIX – Custom/Proprietary (2)
Contact Information:
LiDAR Services International, Inc. 310, 3115 – 12 St. N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7J2, CANADA Phone: (403) 517-3130 Fax: (403) 291-5390 POC: Art Silver, VP Sales & Marketing
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
LiDAR Services International (LSI) is a Canadian based LiDAR survey provider based in Calgary, Alberta. The company was incorporated in 2002 to provide high quality LiDAR data collection services utilizing the real world experience of LSI's team of professionals to meet the growing demand of such services within many industry sectors. The core employees of LSI pioneered LiDAR data collection services in the mid '80's prior to the product commercialization of today. LSI's staff has successfully collected LiDAR data on 5 continents in the most difficult of environments. LSI uses the HELIX helicopter LiDAR data collection system which is the 5th generation LiDAR system built by LSI's team of professionals. The HELIX system integrates scanning laser technology with GPS, IMU and digital imagery sensors. LSI has a strategic partnering relationship with Manitoba Hydro the 4th largest electrical utility company in Canada.
Links:
URL: www.lidarservices.ca/index.htm
Lowe Engineers, LLC Category:
Service Provider
System:
None
Contact Information:
Lowe Engineers, LLC 2000 RiverEdge PKWY, Suite 400 Atlanta, GA 30328, UNITED STATES Phone: (770) 857-8400 Fax: (770) 857- 8401 POC: Allen Siler
Profile:
Lowe Engineers was formed to allow the accomplishment of projects such as civil design; highway design; utility systems analysis and improvement design; hydrology/hydraulics; solid and hazardous waste management; water and wastewater collection and distribution systems; master planning; land use planning; aerial mapping and Photogrammetry. Our professional services have encompassed conceptual planning, traffic studies, signalization, GPS, field surveys, design and specifications for construction, cost estimating, project management and construction supervision.
Links:
URL: www.loweengineers.com E-mail: scheel@loweengineers.com
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS40 (1) with 75-mega pixel color digital camera (proprietary)
Contact Information:
M7 Visual Intelligence LP 1505 Highway 6 South, Suite 380 Houston, TX 77077, UNITED STATES Phone: (800) 380-1225 or (713) 917-8300 Fax: (281) 293-0070 POC: Mark Frick, Director of Sales & Marketing
Profile:
M7 Visual Intelligence LP is a provider of remotely sensed data and analytical derivatives that are collected, processed and delivered digitally. We fly a proprietary sensor package that allows us to collect both LiDAR and imagery in a single flight, thus saving time and money while improving our accuracy. Our patent pending and proprietary 75-mega pixel digital color camera sensor is the most resolute commercial camera in the world. Once the data has been collected, it is mosaiced using our "fly Stitched"™ software that creates seamless images sets of either linear or area assets/projects. All of this is done without the need for any ground monumentation (saves time and money). We process digitally which minimizes potential human errors and time needed to complete a project. In short, M7 Visual Intelligence is very fast, very resolute, very accurate and very cost competitive.
Links:
URL: www.visidata.com E-mail: mark@visidata.com
Merrett Survey Partnership Category:
Consultants, Other
System:
None
Contact Information:
Merrett Survey Partnership 3, Merlin Business Park Fairoak Close, Exeter Airport Devon, EX5 2UL, UNITED KINGDOM Tel +44 1392 362161 Fax +44 1392 362289
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Merrett Survey Partnership provides ground based support services to the Airborne Laser Scanning industry. These services are available worldwide. GPS base stations Survey of ground truthing Independent QA/QC surveys Transformation of LiDAR data to local datums / geoids Selection and survey of calibration sites Survey of offsets on aircraft Consultancy and advice about all of the above. We have worldwide experience, and any requirements for work in USA will be provided by our sister company – Controlwork LLC. See www.controlwork.com
Links:
URL: www.lidar.co.uk or www.merrettsurvey.co.uk E-mail: info@merrettsurvey.co.uk
Merrick & Company Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants
System:
ALS50 (1)
Contact Information:
Merrick & Company 2450 South Peoria St. Aurora CO 80014, UNITED STATES Phone: (800) 544-1714 Fax: (303) 745-0964 POC: Gary Outlaw, VP – GIS Business Development
Profile:
Merrick & Company provides comprehensive, client-focused land information and consulting services, including image acquisition, GPS Surveying, digital photogrammetry, digital orthophotography processing, LiDAR, cadastral mapping, utility network automation, GIS database design and application programming. Merrick & Company operates LH Systems LiDAR sensors to provide digital surface models to both commercial and private clients. Merrick has integrated over forty years of photogrammetry and mapping experience with LiDAR technology offering enhanced value and usability to our LiDAR data. Merrick has created a unique software tool suite that specifically addresses the needs of LiDAR data users. Some of MARS™ (Merrick Advanced Remote Sensing Software) specific capabilities include: data import/export, classification, calibration validation, accuracy reporting, imagery integration, breakline collection, editing, and on the fly contour interpolation. Additionally, Merrick offers turnkey solutions to entities entering the LiDAR industry. Merrick’s turnkey solutions include consultation and complete workflow process integration. 33
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Links:
URL: www.merrick.com E-mail: gary.outlaw@merrick.com
MD Atlantic Technologies, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM1210 (1)
Contact Information:
MD Atlantic Technologies, Inc. 2227 Drake Avenue SW, Bldg. 14 Huntsville, AL 35805-5146, UNITED STATES Phone: (256) 882-7788 Fax: (256) 882-7774 POC: Mark Brooks
Profile:
MD Atlantic Technologies, a MacDonald-Dettwiler company, is a full-service photogrammetric engineering firm with a commitment to quality and customer service. With over forty years of service to government and private industry Atlantic has become one of the US's leading suppliers of mapping, GIS and photogrammetry services. Atlantic has a strong reputation for providing timely and accurate photogrammetric services that include a full range of aerial photography and three-dimensional (3-D) digital mapping products. Along with their corporate partner, Triathlon, Atlantic provides mapping and airborne laser services throughout North America. Atlantic owns and operates an Optech ALTM1210 as part of their in-house airborne laser mapping capabilities.
Links:
URL: www.atlantictech.com
Mosaic Mapping Systems Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), System Manufacturer
System:
ALMIS-350 (3), ALTMS (4) – Custom/Proprietary
Contact Information:
Mosaic Mapping Systems Inc. 89 Auriga Drive Ottawa, Ontario, K2E 7Z2, CANADA Phone: (613) 820-4545 Fax: (613) 820-9772 POC: Simon Newby, Manager – Marketing & Business Development
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Mosaic is a public company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: DEM). Through its wholly owned subsidiaries (Mosaic Mapping Systems Inc., Ottawa, Ontario; Airborne LiDAR Solutions Inc., Calgary, Alberta; and TerraPoint USA, Houston, Texas) Mosaic provides services and technology solutions in the fields of airborne laser mapping, digital imaging, data acquisition and data processing for engineering and GIS applications that include oil and gas exploration and production, transportation, communications and utility markets.
Links:
URL: www.mosaicmapping.com E-mail: marketing@mosaicmapping.com
Nakanihon Air Service Co., Ltd. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
NEC N-TOMS2 (1), Optech ALTM2050 (1)
Contact Information:
Nakanihon Air Service Co., Ltd. Tokyo Office / Business Development Div. 9th fl. Daininurihiko Bldg. 2-10-2 Kyoubashi, Tyuuou-ku Tokyo, 104-0031, JAPAN Phone: (813) 3567-6221 Fax: (813) 3567-6299
Profile:
Nakanihon Air Service (NAS) was established in 1953 as an aircraft service and air transportation company at Nagoya International Airport in Aichi pref. Since its establishment, NAS has contributed to the development of Japanese industries by offering high-level technology and world-class experience in such areas. Research & Survey Department of NAS always keeps being the pioneer of Japanese airborne remote sensing. The ocean survey by airborne thermal imager started first in Japan in 1971, while topographical survey by the heli-borne laser scanner (NEC) also first in Japan in 1996. Nowadays, NAS has initiated the development of GIS -based application solutions and focuses on the practical use of remote sensing technique including airborne laser scanning and hyperspectral imaging for environmental survey or civil engineering.
Links:
URL: www.nnk.co.jp E-mail: tmsask@nnk.co.jp
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Network Mapping Limited Category:
Service Provider
System:
Optech ALTM2050 (1)
Contact Information:
Network Mapping Limited 1100 Century Way, Thorpe Park, Leeds, LS15 8TU, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +44 113 2908397 Fax: +44 113 2908060
Profile:
Network Mapping Limited is part of the National Grid Transco (Energy Utility) group of companies. Our management base is in the United Kingdom, but our survey teams operate world-wide - wherever we are needed. We specialize in the turnkey survey of corridor-based asset systems - specifically, electrical power networks, pipe-line routes, railway lines & inland waterways. Our in-house skills include the completion all elements of LiDAR data processing, analysis and georeferencing of digital imagery. Our engineering teams have specialist knowledge in the application of LiDAR/photo data for asset management applications; health & safety assessments; new design & construction projects.
Links:
URL: www.networkmapping.co.uk E-mail: networkmapping@uk.ngrid.com
NIIRS10, Inc. Category:
Other
System:
None
Contact Information:
NIIRS10, Inc. 132 Westchester Dr. Madison, AL 35758, UNITED STATES Phone: (256) 461-8289 Fax: (256) 464-5868
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
NIIRS10 is a dynamic new company that will rapidly introduce new management, production and distribution technologies for terrain elevation producers and consumers. Our Mission is to supply leading edge solutions that incorporate the latest breakthroughs in algorithms and processing technologies to bring our customers new levels of solutions that improve their bottom line profitability. The founders of NIIRS10 have a long history in the mapping and imaging business. Through our past businesses we have delivered software and hardware products that are used throughout the world by industry and government. Our focus has been on high throughput, mission critical applications where fast production time and extreme accuracy are essential.
Links:
URL: www.niirs10.com E-mail: lgraham@niirs10.com
North West Geomatics Ltd. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS40 (1)
Contact Information:
North West Geomatics Ltd. th Suite 212, 5438 – 11 Street NE Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7E9, CANADA Phone: (403) 295-0694 Fax: (403) 295-2444
Profile:
North West Geomatics is a leading aerial digital data acquisition firm specializing in high accuracy digital orthophoto and LiDAR. North West undertakes both contract and speculative orthophoto and LiDAR surveys in Canada and the USA. It owns the largest private orthophoto and LiDAR data base in Canada covering a majority of Alberta and NE British Columbia. North West owns four fully capable aircraft including 2 Conquest that are used extensively throughout its operation. It operates the Leica ALS40 LiDAR system, the Leica ADS40 digital camera/sensor and multiple Leica RC30 film cameras.
Links:
URL: www.nwgeo.com E-mail: tim.crago@nwgeo.com
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Optech, Inc. Category:
System Manufacturer
System:
ALTM series
Contact Information:
Optech Incorporated 100 Wildcat Rd. Toronto, Ontario, M3J 2Z9, CANADA Phone: (416) 661-5904 Fax: (416) 661-4168
Profile:
Optech is a world leader in advanced laser-based survey instruments, with clients around the globe. Optech products, based on the company's core expertise in pulsed laser radar (LiDAR), offer client-driven solutions in topographic mapping, hydrographic surveying, laser imaging, space-based atmospheric monitors and landing/docking systems, and industrial rangefinders. The company's core products include: -The ALTM (Airborne Laser Terrain Mapper), which uses LiDAR, GPS and other advanced technologies to survey the earth's surface with unprecedented speed and accuracy. - SHOALS -1000, Optech's fifth-generation airborne LiDAR bathymeter, capable of gathering both bathymetric and high-density topographic information rapidly and efficiently. - The ILRIS-3D laser scanner, a battery-operated, tripod-mounted, laser imaging system that captures thousands of data points per second and is easily handcarried and deployed by a single operator. - The CMS (Cavity Monitoring System), an autoscanning laser system designed specifically for the surveying of underground cavities. Canadian-owned and operated since 1974, Optech remains the global market leader in the design and manufacture of state-of-the-art LiDAR survey systems.
Links:
URL: www.optech.on.ca E-mail: sales@optech.on.ca
Opten Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants, Software Developer
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Optech ALTM1205 (1), Optech ALTM1210 (1), Optech ALTM3070 (1), all equipped with high-resolution aerial digital cameras and dual-view digital video systems
Contact Information:
Opten 15 Semenovsky pereulok Moscow 107023, RUSSIA Phone: +7 095 737 63 70 Fax: +7 095 956 75 97 POC: Olga Budova, Marketing Manager
Profile:
OPTEN are experts in surveys and monitoring of existing and planned power transmission lines and distributed infrastructure such as pipelines, waterways, railroads and highways. Since 1996 OPTEN has been a true pioneer in providing LiDAR survey for the purpose of new line construction, line sag analysis, and rerating of existing transmission lines. All contract deliverables are supplied to the customer in the format of Client's standard documentation or provide complete solution including GRIDMC database for storage, management and interactive exchange of newly acquired three-dimensional survey data. With over 40,000 kilometers surveyed worldwide, OPTEN ranks among the world leaders of the market. Our expertise is recognized in Europe, Asia, Latin America, New Zealand and the USA. OPTEN was founded in 1993. We are ISO 9001 certified and were the first in industry to receive certification for LiDAR surveys.
Links:
URL: www.optensolutions.com or www.gridmc.com E-mail: opten@opten.ru
Photogrammetric, Engineering and Remote Sensing (PE&RS) Category:
Publication
System:
N/A
Contact Information:
Photogrammetric, Engineering and Remote Sensing (PE&RS) c/o American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing 5401 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 210 Bethesda, MD 20814, UNITED STATES Phone: (301) 493-0290 Fax: (301) 493-0208 POC: Kim Tilley, Executive Editor
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Photogrammetric, Engineering & Remote Sensing (PE&RS ) is the official journal of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing. It is devoted to the exchange of ideas and information about the applications of photogrammetry, remote sensing and geographic information systems. PE&RS is a monthly publication available by subscription.
Links:
URL: www.asprs.org E-mail: kimt@asprs.org
Point of Beginning (POB) Category:
Publication
System:
N/A
Contact Information:
Point of Beginning (POB) Magazine 2401 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 700 Troy, MI 48084, UNITED STATES Phone: (248) 244-1277 Fax: (248) 244-3913 POC: Dan Murfey
Profile:
POB magazine is published to help the progressive surveying and mapping professional succeed. The magazine achieves this mission through concise and aggressive coverage of work in private practice and government by: - highlighting industry news, milestones, and product coverage for better decision-making; - reporting on new applications and continually evolving technologies including GPS, instrumentation, LiDAR, Machine Control, and GIS; - providing practical solutions to the problems facing the Geomatics industry including professional business aspects, legal, legislative and educational issues.
Links:
URL: www.POBonline.com E-mail: murfeyd@bnpmedia.com
Precision Terrain Surveys Ltd. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), System Manufacturer
System:
ArTEMiS (1) – Custom/Proprietary
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
Precision Terrain Surveys Ltd. Crockham Park, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 6SR, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +44 (0) 1732 865023 Fax: +44 (0) 1732 866521 POC: Richard Chiles, Remote Sensing Manager – NPA Group
Profile:
Precision Terrain Surveys Ltd. designed and constructed their LiDAR 'Airborne Terrain Elevation Mapping Scanner' (ArTEMiS) which operates with an integrated medium format Digital Mapping Camera (DMC). ArTEMiS is operated over the UK, Europe and North Africa onboard PTS Ltd's twin engine survey aircraft. The system nominally collects data on a 1m grid interval over a scan angle of +/- 20deg. However the scan angle is fully adjustable from 0 to an 80deg f.o.v. From a nominal altitude of 800m, the system provides a vertical accuracy of 5 - 20cm (depending on GPS parameters). PTS have developed the full range of post-processing software to ensure accurate data processing and rapid output of quality controlled data. PTS Ltd was founded in 2000 as the airborne division of the NPA Group. NPA, founded in 1972 provides the skilled personnel required to undertake surveys.
Links:
URL: www.precisionterrain.com or www.npagroup.com E-mail: rich@npagroup.com
Scanning the Horizons Category:
Publication
System:
N/A
Contact Information:
Scanning the Horizons c/o AAMHatch Pty Ltd. 11 Wicklow Street, Kangaroo Point Queensland, 4169, AUSTRALIA POC: David Jonas
Profile:
A bimonthly email newsletter for business and industry on Airborne Laser Scanning (LiDAR). The newsletter raises issue sand presents case studies to inform readers on the benefits and limitations of ALS technology. Scanning the Horizons is published in Australia, and concentrates on applications relevant to Australasia, SE Asia and the Pacific Islands. Past editions and online subscription is available at http://www.aamgeoscan. com.au/horizonsissue.htm. Previous articles arranged by topic are available at 41
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory http://www.aamgeoscan.com.au/horizonstopic.htm. Links:
URL: www.aamgeoscan. com.au/horizonsissue.htm or www.aamgeoscan.com .au/horizonstopic.htm.
Simmons Aerofilms Ltd. Category:
Service Provider
System:
Exclusive Service Provider for TopEye LiDAR data in UK
Contact Information:
Simmons Aerofilms Ltd. The Astrolabe, Cheddar Business Park, Wedmore Road, Cheddar, Somerset BS27 3EB, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +44 (0) 1934 745820 Fax: +44 (0) 1934 745828
Profile:
Simmons Aerofilms was formed in February 2001 through the merger of group companies Simmons Mapping (UK) Limited and Aerofilms Limited. Originally formed in 1919, Aerofilms is believed to be the world’s first commercial aerial photographic company, pioneering vertical photography in the 1920’s and 1930’s. Simmons was formed in 1965 to provide land survey and engineering services primarily for highway construction before providing geodetic and engineering survey services in the Middle East and Africa. In 1990 the company re-focused and invested in the development of photogrammetric skills and capabilities to provide mapping services to the growing GIS market. Simmons Aerofilms is in a position to provide its UK and overseas client base with a one-stop solution for remote sensing and digital mapping. Simmons Aerofilms has a proven track record in airborne data capture including LiDAR & aerial photography, the provision of bespoke surveys, ‘off the shelf’ datasets & offers advice and analysis on all types of survey data.
Links:
URL: www.simmonsaerofilms.com E-mail: info@simmonsaerofilms.com
Spectrum Mapping, LLC Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory System:
Custom/Proprietary (3), Leica ALS40 (1), all with integrated medium-format color/color IR digital camera
Contact Information:
Spectrum Mapping, LLC. 1999 Broadway, Suite 3200 Denver, CO 80202, UNITED STATES Phone: (303) 298-9847 Fax: (303) 292-9279
Profile:
Spectrum Mapping, LLC has brought together the top professional staff in the industry to offer a full range of innovative and cost-effective aerial mapping solutions. Spectrum Mapping brings over 25 years of experience in photogrammetric mapping, remote sensing, and software development. The strengths of this combined experience provide our clients with unsurpassed service and products and a complete suite solutions in the following core mapping areas: Professional Services - Project Consulting - Custom Remote Sensing and GIS Application Development - Training Mapping Services - Fixed and Rotary Wing Aerial Photography - Digital Terrain Models and Contour Mapping - Planimetric Feature Mapping - Color / Panchromatic Digital Ortho Photography Remote Sensing - LiDAR Terrain Mapping - Hyperspectral Image Mapping - Color and CIR Digital Camera Image Mapping - Land Cover Classification With seven offices located throughout North America, Spectrum offers a local presence with the services and capabilities of the entire company, putting data where you need it – on your desktop.
Links:
URL: www.specmap.com E-mail: info@specmap.com
Spencer B. Gross, Inc. Category:
Service Provider
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory System:
None
Contact Information:
Spencer B. Gross, Inc. 13545 NW Science Portland, OR 97229, UNITED STATES Phone: (503) 646-1733 POC: Mike Renslow
Profile:
Spencer B. Gross, Inc. (SBG) specializes in photogrammetric mapping and "off the shelf" digital databases. They provide full service data collection, mapping services and related products from project planning, survey control, aerial photography and mapping, through to final delivery. SBG has a reputation for using advanced technologies for effective mapping solutions. SBG has relies on strategic relationships to extend the range and capability of airborne laser technology to the Pacific Northwest. They have developed specific expertise in LiDAR applications relating to forest measurements and inter-tidal zones. Their LiDAR data is often collected in conjunction with existing sensors and cameras to provide a variety of technology applications for terrain mapping and remote sensing.
Links:
URL: www.sbgmaps.com E-mail: info@sbgmaps.com or mike@sbgmaps.com
Survey Inspection Systems Ltd. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
ATLAS (1)
Contact Information:
Survey Inspection Systems Ltd. P.O. Box 604, Survey Centre, Bowesfield Lane Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3WY, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +44 1642 612622 Fax: +44 1642 613400 POC: Chris Darby, ALM Surveying Coordinator, Sales & Marketing
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Survey Inspection Systems (SIS) Ltd is ISO: 9002 compliant and have invested heavily in the latest technology to provide a comprehensive, yet cost effective solutions for all our clients survey requirements. SIS Ltd was created to meet industry needs for comprehensive surveying expertise. SIS Ltd has investigated the best solutions in the market place and strived to develop improvements. Where we have found the hardware and software deficient, we have developed in house our own solutions. With over three years extensive experience of LiDAR data collection and processing and vast resources, SIS Ltd is able to offer a rapid response to all our clients needs from Aerial Laser Mapping to Traditional Topographic Surveys. SIS Ltd is a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) of LiDAR services and offers a British designed and built, helicopter-based LiDAR/digital camera system that combines differential GPS positioning, inertial measurement, twin digital video cameras and unique laser scanning system.
Links:
URL: www.survey-inspection.com E-mail: chris.darby@survey-inspection.com
Swissphoto AG Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Mosaic Mapping ALMS350 and ALTMS
Contact Information:
Swissphoto AG Dorfstrasse 53, CH-8105 Regensdorf-Watt, SWITZERLAND Phone: +41-1-871 22 22 Fax: +41-1-871 22 00 POC: Jürg Lüthy and Heinz Busch
Profile:
Swissphoto AG is one of Switzerland's leading engineering companies in the field of aerial photography, laserscanning, photogrammetry and geomatics, cadastre and engineering surveying. With the head office in Watt-Regensdorf near Zürich, branches in Zollikon (Zürich) and Altdorf (Uri) and partnerships with companies in Switzerland and abroad, Swissphoto AG is active on the national and international market. Swissphoto AG employs approx. 90 engineers, surveyors, draftsmen and photogrammetrists. Swissphoto AG is a member of Swissphoto Group which consists of four companies: Swissphoto AG (Switzerland, Portugal), Grünenfelder AG (Switzerland), BSF Luftbild GmbH (Germany) LandStudio (Poland). LiDAR and digital imaging/orthophotos are one of the most important business segments of Swissphoto AG. In the last four years Swissphoto AG has together 2 with his partner LiDAR data over 25,000 km collected, processed and customized 45
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory in national and international projects.
Links:
URL: www.swissphoto.ch E-mail: info@swissphoto.ch or juerg.luethy@swissphoto.ch or heinz.busch@swissphoto.ch
Terra Digital GmbH & Co. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS50
Contact Information:
Terra Digital GmbH & Co. An der Post 2, D-02906 Kreba-Neudorf, GERMANY Phone: +49 (0) 35893 - 5 02 80 Fax.: +49 (0) 35893 - 5 02 81
Profile:
Terra Digital was founded in 2003. The focus is on providing digital aerial data to customers in the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and GIS branches. Terra Digital has concentrated on the Leica Geosystems product line and is now offering aerial photo scanning on a Leica DSW 600, airborne digital scanning with an ADS 40 and airborne laser scanning with the new ALS 50. The company benefits strongly from its close cooperation with Terra Bildmessflug (www.terrabildmessflug.de), Weser Bildmessflug (www.weser-bildmessflug.de) and Geocad (www.geocad.de). Terra Bildmessflug and Weser Bildmessflug have been offering aerial surveys for over 10 years throughout Europe (mainly in Germany, Austria and Switzerland) whereas Geocad has a strong background in Photogrammetry and GIS.
Links:
URL: www.luftbild-digital.de E-mail: info@luftbild-digital.de
TerraImaging b.v. Category:
Service Provider, Consultants, Software Developer
System:
None
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
TerraImaging, b.v. Koningslaan 35 1075 AB Amsterdam NETHERLANDS Phn: (+31) 20 573 03 30 Fax: (+31) 20 573 03 33
TerraImaging, b.v. Elsenstrasse 106, 12435, Berlin, GERMANY Phn: (+31) 20 573 03 30 Fax: (+31) 20 573 03 33
TerraImaging, b.v. 53, rue Victor Hugo 73100 Aix les Bains FRANCE Phn: (+33) (0) 4 79 88 32 95 Fax: (+33) (0) 4 79 61 11 79
Profile:
TerraImaging b.v. specializes in modeling the earth surface using innovative remote sensing technology and combining it with value-added data processing, analysis and interpretation. They provide a broad portfolio of three-dimensional geoinformation products such as Digital Terrain and Surface Models, 3D city models, Digital True Ortho-Imagery, for applications like inundation models, 3D visualization, (urban) change detection, noise models, beach erosion monitoring and wire-less network planning. TerraImaging undertakes LiDAR projects worldwide using various Optech ALTM laser scanners (5, 25, 33 and 50 kHz) – as well as the leading-edge technology Laser@Camera (combined LiDAR & Imagery). With more than 7 years experience in airborne laser scanning and projects all over the world, TerraImaging has a unique position in the international market and operates from offices in Amsterdam (NL), Berlin (D), Aix les Bains (F) and Toronto (CAN), in co-operation with international partners including familiar names such as TopScan (D), Helica (I), the German Aerospace Centre DLR (D) and AAM Geoscan (AU).
Links:
URL: www.terraimaging.nl E-mail: info@terraimaging.nl
TerraPoint USA, Inc. Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), System Manufacturer
System:
ALMIS-350 (3), ALTMS (4) – Custom/Proprietary
Contact Information:
TerraPoint USA, Inc. 25216 Grogans Park Drive The Woodlands, TX, 77380, UNITED STATES Phone: (877) 999-7687 or (281) 364-4080 Fax: (281) 296-0869
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
TerraPoint USA provides services and technology solutions in the fields of airborne laser mapping, digital imaging, data acquisition and data processing for engineering and GIS applications that include oil and gas exploration and production, transportation, communications, utility, and development markets. TerraPoint USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mosaic Mapping Corporation. With offices in Houston, Ottawa (Ontario, Canada), and Calgary (Alberta, Canada) the company delivers its services throughout North America and internationally.
Links:
URL: www.terrapoint.com E-mail: info@terrapoint.com
Terrasolid Ltd. Category:
Software Developer
System:
N/A
Contact Information:
Terrasolid Ltd. Kanavaranta 7 B 28 FIN 00160 Helsinki, Finland Phone: 1-877-999-7687 or (281) 364-4080 Fax: (281) 296-0869
Profile:
Terrasolid with its four different packages is the leading software developer for processing airborne scanned laser data. It offers functions to process data from 3D ground scanners, too. TerraScan supports all widely used data formats. All laser points from the ground can be classified by TerraScan and outputted to TerraModeler for terrain modelling. TerraModeler or TerraScan do not limit the number of the points for processing. TerraModeler offers a wide variety of useful features such as edit and display the models, calculate masses and export the models to other software systems. TerraPhoto is developed for processing aerial images and high-resolution, digital frames captured during the scanning mission. The end-product is (true-)orthophoto. For processing TerraPhoto uses classified laser points and the position and orientation parameters of the camera used. Depending on the system configuration and the altitude used even a 2 cm image pixel size on the ground can be reached. TerraMatch is a sophisticated application for correcting airborne laser data by comparing overlapping laser strips with each other.
Links:
URL: www.terrasolid.com E-mail: info@terrasolid.fi
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The Link – The LiDAR Network Category:
Publication
System:
N/A
Contact Information:
The Link – The LiDAR Network c/o Airborne 1 Corporation 300 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Suite 1060 El Segundo, CA 90245, UNITED STATES Phone: (310) 414-7400 Fax: (310) 414-7409 POC: Alejandra Espinosa, Editor
Profile:
The Link – The LiDAR Network is Airborne 1’s LiDAR publication. By subscribing to The Link you will receive the latest information on the LiDAR industry, such as news, financial analyses, FAQ’s, and useful technical information. Plus, you’ll be able to be an expert on LiDAR subject matters, and ask our team your toughest questions. The Link features sections such as: - The Business of LiDAR – Tips, tricks and insights of the industry, from business to business - Industry News – Get some info on the market and the industry - Notes from the Field – Helpful notes on field and airborne operations - Tech Notes – Can’t understand some LiDAR specs? Now you will! - FYI - Tables, graphics and additional sources of information - Company News - Catch up with the latest Airborne 1 events - The Guest Columnist - For those who have something to say Are you linked? Then click on the link below to subscribe.
Links:
URL: http://www.airborne1.com/news/webthelink.htm (to subscribe) E-mail: thelink@airborne1.com or subscribe@airborne1.com
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. Category:
Consultants
System:
N/A
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. 50 Park of Commerce Way P.O. Box 2727 Savannah, GA 31402, UNITED STATES Phone: (912) 234-5300 POC: Nigel Gardener
Profile:
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. is an independent third party provider and consultant for LiDAR based mapping services. While not affiliated with any particular LiDAR vendor, our 200+ employees have extensive experience in providing high resolution, LiDAR based turn-key solutions for topographic mapping, site development and GIS data base production. Our client list includes federal, DOD, state, county and municipal entities, as well as national-level property developers and private land owners. Services offered include: LiDAR topographic mapping and surveying using client provided or T&H provided data Verification and certification of existing LiDAR data and mapping Flood zone modification assistance (LOMA) FEMA compliant flood mapping products Laser high definition surveys (HDS ) GIS implementation and solutions Wetlands/DNR delineation LiDAR data quality analysis LiDAR control surveys GPS survey services Litigation assistance Site development Site planning
Links:
URL: www.Thomas-Hutton.com E-mail: Gardener.N@Thomas-Hutton.com
TopEye AB Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
TopEye Mark I (5) – 4 systems has TopEye high and medium resolution digital cameras installed; TopEye Mark II (1) – first unit to be deployed second quarter 2004 – Custom/Proprietary
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Contact Information:
TopEye AB Klippan 1c, SE-414 51 Gothenburg, SWEDEN Phone: +46-31-926005 Fax: +46-31-926007
Profile:
TopEye AB provides airborne LiDAR data and digital images services through a network of international partners. Focus is on demanding high precision applications with solutions based multi disciplinary technology. Core technology is low altitude LiDAR data in combination with high-resolution digital images. The LiDAR and imaging systems are developed in-house. TopEye AB – former Saab Survey Systems AB – has been active in development of LiDAR systems since 1993. Company name changed TopEye AB 1999 and at the same time was the company mission altered from development to becoming a Service Provider.
Links:
URL: www.topeye.com E-mail: info@topeye.com
Topographic Imaging, Inc. Category:
Service Provider, Consultants
System:
None
Contact Information:
Topographic Imaging, Inc. (TII) 11211 Katy Freeway, #625 Houston, TX 77079, UNITED STATES Phone: (713) 973-8676 Fax: (713) 973-8670 POC: Colleen Blaylock
Profile:
Topographic Imaging, Inc. specializes in the provision of customized high-resolution topography, Hyperspectral Imaging and 3D visualization. Additionally, TII has developed innovative software for numerous applications including post processing, detailed feature classification and integration of geospatial data. Founded in 2001, TII has successfully completed numerous projects of all sizes and varying applications. TII provides a unique depth in understanding of advanced airborne laser mapping operations and processing options. Our personnel bring over 20 years of combined experience and have worked extensively both domestically and internationally. 51
2004 LiDAR Industry Directory TII maintains an extensive global network of contacts that can provide local support for the acquisition phase of projects. TII’s team of highly trained specialists provide the expertise and hands on support to assist in all phases of a project from data acquisition planning, through to the delivery of customized data specifically collected and processed to meet the requirements for each individual project. Links:
URL: www.LiDARmapping.com E-mail: blaylockc@LiDARmapping.com
TopoSys GmbH Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), System Manufacturer
System:
System I, System II: Falcon 1, 2 and 3 <16-128-S> (4) – Custom/Proprietary
Contact Information:
Current Address: TopoSys GmbH Wilhelm-Hauff-Str.41 88214 Ravensburg GERMANY Phone: +49 (0) 751/36605-0
Profile:
Since 1996, TopoSys has operated its own developed Laser scanner system including the full software package for pre- and post-processing and has produced thousands square km of digital elevation models (DEM) for a variety of applications. The majority of these elevation models have been produced for applications which need very dense and most precise data.
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New Address (April 1 , 2004): TopoSys GmbH Obere Stegwiesen 26 88400 Biberach GERMANY Phone: +49 (0) 7351/47402-0
- The Dual Role Acting as a sensor system operator and LiDAR sensor system manufacturer, TopoSys is in a unique position world-wide. The dual role of both operating and developing and selling sensor systems leads to an experience nobody else can show. The dual role allows TopoSys to support its customers at all levels, from sensor operation to DEM/RGB/NIR production, with a thorough training program and wellexperienced personnel for after sales support. TopoSys’ most valuable assets are motivated and experienced personnel and highly satisfied customers. Links:
URL: www.toposys.com E-mail: info@toposys.com
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Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM1020/Prototype (1), Optech ALTM1225 (1), Optech ALTM2050 (1)
Contact Information:
TopScan GmbH Duesterbergstrasse 5, 48431 Rheine, GERMANY Phone: +49 (0) 5971-94803-0 Fax: +49 (0) 5971-94803-99
Profile:
TopScan was one of the earliest companies to venture in to providing commercial laser scanning services. Over the years they have extended their sensor base and today their sensors are used for a variety of high-precision mapping of terrain surfaces. Based on extensive field work with the system, TopScan has demonstrated that the mean height accuracy of computed terrain heights (spot elevations) consistently runs to 10 - 20 cm. Since introducing the first ALTM system in 1993, TopScan has - at the behest of various customers from such fields as regional surveying, urban surveying, waterway and water traffic management, and coastal protection - surveyed a combined surface area of 100,000 sq. km and processed (and analyzed) the data. To supplement their original ALTM 1020 instrument, TopScan took delivery of an ALTM1225 and an ALTM2050, with integrated digital camera. TopScan is also a member of the Airborne Laserscanning International consortium.
Links:
URL: www.topscan.de E-mail: info@topscan.de
Tuck Mapping Solutions, Inc. Category:
Service Provider
System:
--
Contact Information:
Tuck Mapping Solutions, Inc. 1928 Wildcat Rd. Big Stone Gap, VA 24219, UNITED STATES Phone: (276) 523-4669 POC: Robert H. Tuck, PE, RLS, CP
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Tuck Mapping Solutions, Inc. provides aerial photography, digital mapping, surveying, and LiDAR acquisition. Our twin engine aircraft utilize Leica RC-30 cameras with full Airborne GPS capability from navigation, annotation, to Airborne GPS surveying. Our photogrammetric department produces digital mapping and softcopy products. The survey department provides GPS ground control and ground positioning during aerial missions. Our LiDAR acquisition is from a Bell JetRanger and we specialize in low altitude and high accuracy surveys for the design of roadways, powerlines, development projects, utility mapping, and FEMA mapping. We utilize the Mosaic Mapping LiDAR system.
Links:
URL: http://www.tuckmapping.com E-mail: BTuck@tuckmapping.com
Tukaj Mapping Central Europe Category:
Other
System:
--
Contact Information:
Tukaj Mapping Central Europe ul. Odrzanska 7 Krakow, 30-408, POLAND Phone: +48-12-2692747 Fax: +48-12-2692767
Profile:
Tukaj Mapping Central Europe (TMCE) is a leading photogrammetric company in Poland. Its main fields of activity are: processing aerial and satellite images, orthophoto production, LiDAR data processing, creating integrated Geographic Information Systems and Land Information Systems. Our digital mapping products are created in any formats and can be customized to meet all the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs and requirements. Long tradition of world-wide cooperation guarantees the highest quality of our products at very competitive costs. TMCE - it is also: - in-house, systems and solution software programmers - flight projects coordination - ground survey coordination - world wide electronic links for its clients - partnership development - seminars - highest quality products - timely schedules
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Links:
URL: www.tmce.pl E-mail: rtukaj@tmce.pl or mslyk@tmce.pl
Twin Otter International, Ltd. Category:
Other
System:
None
Contact Information:
Twin Otter International, Ltd. 4511 West Cheyenne Ave., Hanger 500 North Las Vegas, NV 89032, UNITED STATES Phone: (702) 646-8837 Fax: (702) 646-1541 POC: Scott Seibold
Profile:
Twin Otter International, Ltd. owns 20 scientific platform aircraft to provide complete, turn-key aircraft service for airborne remote sensing around the world.
Links:
URL: www.twinotter.com Email: scott@twinotter.com
UK Environmental Agency – Science Group Technology Category:
Research/Government (Sensor Owner)
System:
Optech ALTM1020 (1) upgraded first and last intensity, Optech ALTM2033 (1), Optech ILRIS (1)
Contact Information:
UK Environmental Agency – Science Group Technology River House, Lower Bristol Road Bath, BA2 9ES, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +44 (0) 1225 487614 Fax: +44 (0) 1225 469939 POC: Bob Davison
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The UK Environment Agency Technology Group acquired its first ALTM1020 in 1997 and subsequently had it upgraded. In 2001 they purchased a second system, the ALTM2033, and have been using the systems in various platforms both rotary and fixed wing, for applications related to their environmental survey work. In particular they have focused their efforts on coastal surveys, beach mapping and studies related to river flood plains. They are heavily involved in the integration o LiDAR data with other remote sensing instruments including CASI and thermal and digital photography techniques and are presently working on using the combined outputs to map inter-tidal vegetation. They also combine LiDAR data with boat captured swath bathymetry to produce integrated environmental models.
Links:
URL: www.environment-agency.gov.uk Email: bob.davison@environment-agency.gov.uk
University of Cambridge â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Unit for Landscape Modelling Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner), Consultants, Research
System:
Optech ALTM1020 (1) upgraded first and last intensity, Optech ALTM2033 (1), Optech ILRIS (1)
Contact Information:
University of Cambridge â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Unit of Landscape Modelling Sir William Hardy Building, Tennis Court Road, Cambridge, CB2 1QB, England, UNITED KINGDOM Phone: +01223 764376 Fax: +01223 764381 POC: Tim Cockerell
Profile:
The Unit for Landscape Modelling was formed in October 2000 to specialize in the application of GIS and Remote Sensing techniques in Landscape Ecology. Its aim is to provide research, consultancy and specialist advisory services on all aspects of landscape monitoring, analysis and modelling to organizations involved in environmental research, planning and management.
Links:
URL: www.uflm.ca.ac.uk Email: aerial-photography@lists.cam.ac.uk
Vandana Aviation & Aviotronics Pvt. Ltd.
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Category:
Service Provider
System:
None
Contact Information:
Vandana Aviation & Aviotronics Pvt. Ltd. 35, Hanuman Road, New Delhi, 110 001, INDIA Phone: (91 11) 2334 7644, or (91 11) 2334 8972, or (91 11) 2336 0440 Fax: (91 11) 2334 8572 POC: Wg. Cdr. K.N. Bajpai, CEO
Profile:
The Company was established as a Private Limited Company on 17 July, 1992 and empanelled, as Aerial Photographic Agency, by Government of India, Ministry th of Defense, on 28 July, 1997, making it the second privately owned company, authorized by Government of India, to conduct Airborne Data Acquisition. The Company has pioneered introduction of new technologies and is the first to introduce Airborne Laser Terrain Mapping and Digital Photography. This was done through Survey of India, Ministry of Science and Technology promoted Pilot Project. The system, used for this project, was a digital camera integrated ALS40. The Pilot Project was completed in year 2003. The Company is awaiting US State Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s export clearance for acquisition of ALS50 and ADS40 from Leica. The Company hopes to acquire these systems in the next couple of months. The company uses a specially modified Partenavia P68C aircraft as an airborne platform. Initially the Company purposes to introduce one ALTM system. The number will be notified shortly.
Links:
URL: Website is under development Email: vandana_aviation@vsnl.com
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VeriMap PLUS Inc. Category:
Service Provider, System Manufacturer, Software Developer
System:
Riegl Profile LiDAR LD90_3800HiP-LR (1) Optech ALTM2033 (1)
Contact Information:
VeriMap PLUS Inc. 5520 - 2nd St SW, Calgary, Alberta T2H 0G9, CANADA Phone: (403) 228-1235 Fax: (403) 244-5580 POC: David Stonehouse
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
VeriMap Plus has developed an economical, rapid-method of collecting directdigital airborne imagery in conjunction with airborne laser data for Utility, Pipeline, Municipal and Engineering applications. VeriMap originally offered its VeriMap Direct-Digital Camera as an add-on to existing Optech ALTM sensor owners but has since integrated a custom-built IMU Inertial-Navigation system from NavSys, Colorado, a 2500m range Profile LiDAR from Riegl, a Thermal-Infrared Sensor from Mitsubishi and a Kodak RGB-CIR array to their camera suite. The precision collection timing integrated within VeriMap Plus enables the client to drape simultaneous aerial imagery over LiDAR data collected during normal survey operations or DEM obtained by RADAR or other method. The more detailed and precise terrain model of the ground is, enables a higher level of accuracy for the final ortho-imagery products VeriMap offers. The resolution of image data is flexible, with a typical range of 0.10m pixels to 2m pixels. Image data for larger pixel size and mosaics can also collected from higher altitudes designed for the Precision Farming industry that require less detail over large area blocks.
Links:
URL: www.verimap.com E-mail: david_s@verimap.com
Waggoner Engineering Inc. Category:
Consultants, Other
System:
None
Contact Information:
Waggoner Engineering Inc. 143-A LeFleurs Square Jackson, MS, 39211, UNITED STATES Phone: (601) 355-9526 Fax: (601) 352-3945 POC: Joe A. Waggoner, President
Profile:
Waggoner Engineering Inc. was the first full-service commercial engineering firm in North America to introduce LiDAR mapping services in the U.S. on a regular basis in 1996. Waggoner's Geospatial Division offers project management and data processing services for integrated LiDAR and photogrammetric mapping projects. The group offers digital mapping of land tracts, utility corridors, levees, and transportation routes for a variety of applications. As a full-service surveying and consulting engineering firm, Waggonerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resources include traditional survey crews, laser-guided total stations, and Global Positioning-enhanced equipment.
Links:
URL: www.waggonereng.com E-mail: joe.waggoner@waggonereng.com
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory W.I.R.E. Services
Category:
Service Provider
System:
None
Contact Information:
W.I.R.E. Services (a division of Manitoba Hydro) 540-444 St Mary Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 3T7, CANADA Phone: (204) 480-5800 Fax: (204) 480-5107
Profile:
WIRE Services provides: Aerial LiDAR Data Collection, Transmission Line Thermal Rating Analysis, Re-Rating/Upgrade Solutions, New Route LiDAR Surveys, ROW Vegetation Analysis, Digital Ortho Imagery, Digital Color Video, and GIS Compatible Deliverables. W.I.R.E. Services is a business venture initiated by Manitoba Hydro through an exclusive relationship with LiDAR Services International (LSI) of Calgary, Alberta. Combining LSI’s expert knowledge and extensive experience in LiDAR technology with Manitoba Hydro’s experience and expertise in LiDAR data analysis related to Transmission Line Verification and Re-Rating, has produced a “One Stop” Service provider. WIRE Services distinguishes itself by providing Utility Solutions from a Utility Perspective.
Links:
URL: www.wireservices.ca E-mail: info@wireservices.ca
Woolpert LLP Category:
Service Provider (Sensor Owner)
System:
Leica ALS50 (1), Optech ALTM1210 (1)
Contact Information:
Woolpert LLP 409 East Monument Avenue Dayton, OH 45402 POC: Robert F. Brinkman
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2004 LiDAR Industry Directory Profile:
Woolpert LLP is a professional services consulting firm that helps public- and private- sectors clients achieve their goals through innovative designs borne of the creative application of technology. Founded in 1911, the firm has been ranked in the top 100 design firms by Engineering News Record since 1996. With offices located throughout the United States, Woolpert has the direct relevant experience, professional expertise, technical support, and quality review personnel to complete any assignment within the required time frame. With more than 650 in-house professional and technical personnel, Woolpert can perform numerous projects simultaneously, on schedule and within budget. Clients benefit from Woolpert's ability to draw on professional expertise across a wide service range. This ability to approach projects from a "big picture" perspective combines with Woolpert's relationship-based philosophy for real-world problem solving that goes beyond traditional consulting.
Links:
URL: www.woolpert.com E-mail: woolpert@woolpert.com or bob.brinkman@woolpert.com
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