TECHNOLOGY TRENDS Products
Trimble TSC5 Field Data Controller The TSC5 Controller utilizes an Android 10 operating system and features a 5-in. screen, keypad and all-day battery for reliable field data collection. • Ergonomic, lightweight, easy to grip design • Resistant to shock, dust and water • Brightly lit, anti-glare screen and backlit alphanumeric keypad enable fast, efficient operation in tough conditions, even while wearing gloves • Battery provides all-day power on a single charge, with optional removable battery doubling the power for extended use • Fully integrated with the company’s land and construction surveying instruments and software packages
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John Deere Slope Control for K-Series Dozers
Leica 3D Machine Control for Swing Booms
This factory option provides an entrylevel integrated grade control solution for the 450K, 550K and 650K dozers. • Operators can view real-time cross-slope and main fall-slope percentages through the in-cab monitor • Grade to desired slopes by adjusting the blade manually or through the system’s automated control • Can be set up in Target Mode to enter a specified target slope into the monitor, or Joystick Mode so slope is maintained based on the last joystick input • Includes Flip Slope for seamless turnarounds before starting the next pass and Integrated Increment and Decrement to adjust cross-slope or main fall-slope target value on the fly
The MC1 one-for-all software platform now provides a 3D machine control solution for compact excavators and backhoes with a swing boom. • Provides flexible data flows and easy to use interfaces • MC1’s portable control panel can be used across multiple machines • Cloud-based collaboration platform Leica ConX can be used to share and report as-built documentation with office and field stakeholders • Utilizes a swing boom sensor or manually defined angles • Prism and total station configurations possible for high-accuracy jobs
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JLG Access Your World Virtual Experience The “Access Your World” virtual experience offers three scenarios designed to illustrate multiple stages of construction and demonstrate the work being done by the company’s products. • First scenario highlights construction tasks on the outside of a stadium, such as site preparation and steel erection work • Second environment focuses on truss, fitout and finish work inside the stadium • Third scenario features finish and maintenance work taking place within an office environment • Provides access to a variety of product content from within environment, including videos, spec sheets, 3D schematics and brochures and more
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Pettibone X-Command Telematics The X-Command telematics program allows users to remotely track machine location and observe data points such as engine hours, fuel rate and usage, DEF level and more. • Users can access data and generate reports using the online X-Command dashboard via their computer or mobile device • Allows for quick and simple remote diagnosis of a telematics-equipped machine • Comes standard for two years on new telehandlers and is available as a retrofit for existing X-Series models in the field • Optional on new Cary-Lift material handlers and Speed Swing cranes
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HCSS Aerial for Heavy Civil Contractors This drone-based data analytics platform now contains design visualization and digital inspection enhancements. • Displays designs on the model as 2D clamped to the ground • Image Duplication Detection and Validations feature ensures uploaded image set doesn’t contain duplicates, analyzes location data and time of capture and warns if images do not have complete GPS information • Ground Control Points cannot be set as a checkpoint if it is not marked on at least two different images • Auto geo-referencing models now support RTK flights
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Earthwave FleetWatcher CMS The FleetWatcher Construction Management Solution (CMS) collects data from all equipment assets, regardless of class or manufacturer, and presents the maintenance due report with color-coded entries for “at a glance” status. • Shows units within 36 hours of required maintenance in yellow and units at or past the maintenance due date in red • Works across all fleet equipment with a single login and data can be shared with all applicable personnel via cell phone, tablet or computer • Collects specific and customized data from the attached fleet that is delivered through a Daily Snapshot in the specific data and format users select
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Snorkel OnSite Telematics Solution Powered by Trackunit, Snorkel OnSite is a full-service telematics solution for most of the company’s current MEWPs and telehandlers, many of which are now telematics-ready. • Can be optioned at the time of ordering for factory install or for field installation by an authorized dealer or service center • Direct Data and API package can feed data from lifts directly into a customer’s existing telematics dashboard • Data and Dashboard package includes access to a Trackunit-branded dashboard to access machine data, as well as feed in products from other brands • Subscription packages available in a choice of 24 or 60 months
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DEWALT Tool Connect Construction Asset Gateway The Tool Connect Construction Asset Gateway (DCE081) can be deployed in jobsite boxes, vehicles and tool cribs to automatically audit inventory and provide total jobsite visibility in Site Manager. • Uses Bluetooth and cellular connectivity to scan area for inventory for automatic customizable audits and location data • Connects the Tool Connect system to Site Manager via a pre-paid cellular connection and associated assets to GPS coordinates • Internal battery designed for six months of operation per charge, or can be powered by the USB Power Cord and USB Power Brick (included)
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Brokk Connect 2.0 Brokk Connect 2.0 includes a geofencing function, user customization of the platform and a weekly status report that helps robot owners to stay up to date on their fleet’s status. • Real-time information on machine location, status, operation data and any need for attention • “Always-on” geofencing functionality provides assistance in case of theft or unauthorized use • Receive weekly status reports • Available on all new machines and can be retrofitted on older models
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