Leica Geosystems launches iCON site excavator app

Leica Geosystems has announced the launch of the new Leica iCON site excavator, a machine-control solution that enables compact excavators to carry out designs easily and accurately.

Software enables contractors to utilise their equipment for both on- and off-machine applications (Photo: Leica Geosystems)

The company says that the iCON site excavator solution introduces three new components: a new software application, a new dual GNSS receiver and an optional communication device.

The iCON site excavator application is available as stand-alone software or as an add-on within the existing and well-established iCON site platform. When used as an add-on, Leica Geosystems says that it enables a new workflow for on- and off-machine tasks.

Magnus Thibblin, President of Machine Control at Leica Geosystems, commented, “The Leica iCON site excavator is a very flexible and easy-to-use machine control solution which opens the door to digital construction for small- and medium-sized heavy construction companies.

“Now, compact excavators can contribute to small or large projects with efficiency powered by Leica Geosystems’ machine control functionality. This sets contractors on a path toward autonomy, enabling them to do earthmoving and detailed grading tasks more efficiently and sustainably.”

MAGAZINE
NEWSLETTER
Delivered directly to your inbox, Construction Technology Newsletter features the pick of the breaking news stories, product launches, show reports and more from KHL's world-class editorial team.
Latest News
Danfoss launches software to accelerate autonomous machine development
The software consists of preprogrammed and pretested software blocks built into Danfoss’ XM100 autonomous controller hardware
How can construction firms bring order to complex supply chains using technology?
Matt Bloor explores how technology can change the way companies manage their supply chains
VIDEO: Autonomous excavator builds six-metre-high stone wall
Researchers have developed an autonomous spider excavator capable of building stone walls by itself.
CONNECT WITH THE TEAM
Andy Brown Editor, Editorial, UK - Wadhurst Tel: +44 (0) 1892 786224 E-mail: andy.brown@khl.com
Mike Hayes Editor, Construction Europe Tel: +44 (0)1892 786 231 E-mail: mike.hayes@khl.com
Catrin Jones Deputy Editor, Editorial, UK – Wadhurst Tel: +44 (0) 791 2298 133 E-mail: catrin.jones@khl.com
Eleanor Shefford Sales Manager Tel: +44 (0)1892 786236 E-mail: eleanor.shefford@khl.com
CONNECT WITH SOCIAL MEDIA