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GPS World's Construction section offers survey and construction professionals exclusive daily news, features, opinion pieces, and product information on the latest technology and trends for the use of GPS in construction projects.


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New Rugged Handhelds, Tablets Hit the Market   May 22, 2012

Several new rugged GPS-enabled devices were announced this week. Juniper Systems has partnered with Pennsylvania-based SDG Systems to market the Mesa Rugged Notepad with Android (AOSP) 2.3 operating system, a rugged handheld computer known as the RAMPAGE 6 and distributed through SDG Systems....More>>

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Trimble Releases New DDS300 Depth Display System for Construction   May 2, 2012

Trimble introduced a new version of the Spectra Precision Laser DDS300 Depth Display System, a laser-referenced grade control solution targeted for compact machines.More>>

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Trimble Introduces New Versions of their Business Center and Access Software   April 25, 2012

Trimble introduced new versions of its office and field surveying software—Trimble Business Center Software version 2.70 and Trimble Access software version 2012.10. The software is part of Trimble's portfolio of Connected Site survey solutions.More>>

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Trimble Introduces Ultra Rugged GNSS Smart Antenna for Heavy Civil Construction   April 18, 2012

Trimble has introduced the ultra-rugged Trimble SPS985 GNSS Smart Antenna for performing high-accuracy construction site measurements. The new smart antenna is made of a specially developed alloy that combines unprecedented strength and durability into a compact form to withstand the daily abuse of...More>>

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Trimble GCSFlex Offers GPS Guidance for Flexibility in Excavation   April 16, 2012

Trimble today introduced a new system configuration for its GCSFlex Grade Control System. The addition of GPS guidance extends the system's functionality and allows a contractor to work faster and with more freedom than other traditional laser-referenced grade control systems for excavators,...More>>

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Survey/GIS Editor Eric Gakstatter to Conduct GPS/GNSS Workshop at East Carolina University May 10, 2012   April 10, 2012

GPS World Survey/GIS editor Eric Gakstatter will conduct a one day workshop at the East Carolina University Center for Geographic Information Science in Greenville, NC on May 10, 2012. The workshop is suited for professional GPS/GNSS users in GIS, land surveying, engineering, construction,...More>>

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Leica Parent Hexagon Acquires Survey Software Developer Microsurvey   January 19, 2012

Hexagon announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of MicroSurvey Software Inc., a leading Canadian based developer of surveying and mapping software for the land surveying, construction, and forensic markets.More>>

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Trimble to Acquire StruCad Business from AceCad Software   December 22, 2011

Trimble announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the StruCad and StruEngineer business from AceCad Software to expand its construction solutions.More>>

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Trimble Nomad 900 Rugged Handheld Achieves IP68 Rating, Adds Five Language Options   September 12, 2011

Trimble announced today that its Trimble Nomad 900 handheld computer has received an IP68 rating-the top rating for protection against dust and moisture. In addition, five new languages options have been added. Meeting the toughest standards for Ingress Protection, the Nomad 900 is a rugged mobile...More>>

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Hemisphere GPS Launches Earthworks Excavator Grade Control System   July 18, 2011

Hemisphere GPS announced the release of a new Earthworks excavator grade control system for small to medium-sized contractors. The simple and affordable Earthworks X100˙ displays bucket position relative to desired grade. This instant feedback improves the operator's accuracy and efficiency when...More>>