KOREC is delighted to announce that Trimble has just launched  the Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 Series of high-accuracy Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) handheld computers. The series delivers dramatic improvements in difficult GNSS environments such as urban canyons and under tree canopy using Trimble® FloodlightTM satellite shadow reduction technology. Purpose built for high-accuracy data collection, the 6000 Series integrates a range of new features-including a dual-frequency GPS and GLONASS receiver and antenna, 5-megapixel camera and 3.5G data modem. The handheld’s large sunlight-readable display, field-swappable battery, and powerful processor are designed to meet the daily challenges of the most demanding GIS workflows…. Read More

We are delighted to announce that KOREC is alta4’s reseller of the month for the new Ricoh G700SE digital camera. Not only does the G700SE come with GPS (accuracy of 5-10m) and Compass, this pocket sized geospatial solution has an IPX8 rating which means it can be underwater to a depth of 5m for up to 2 hours! Rugged and dust tight, it’s also chemical resistant – definitely one for Military, Medical or Emergency Services.

It is the first feature pack for this version officially released on February 9th, 2011. The release comes packed with numerous refinements and additional features to EdgeFX. The image on the right-hand side was created automatically using the new Autocode Generator system which automatically allows you to define what objects to use within EdgeFX when importing Total Station points. Essentially, you are creating your scene while assigning your point codes/descriptions during data collection. A huge time saver! EdgeFX 6.1.3 is available to all EdgeFX customers. Those without Update Protection or True Partner Maintenance will still benefit from this release with… Read More

The latest issue of Trimble’s survey magazine, Technology and More, features one of the most interesting stories that KOREC has covered lately…..English Heritage’s recent survey of Stonehenge. What did the survey reveal? Visit http://www.trimble.com/technologyandmore/i1-2011/ to find out. Many thanks to Trevor Pearson and his team at English Heritage for supplying the information

Watch KOREC’s GIS Mapping consultant Richard Gauchwin as he explains how contractors and engineers can use Trimble’s GPS and GIS technology to collect geographic and spatial information and demonstrates the value that this can… Watch KOREC’s GIS Mapping consultant Richard Gauchwin as he explains how contractors and engineers can use Trimble’s GPS and GIS technology to collect geographic and spatial information and demonstrates the value that this can add to construction or civil engineering projects.  Whether you are building a new waste recycling facility, planning next generation utility infrastructure or constructing a new rail or road project you need to… Read More

KOREC is delighted to announce that Trimble has implemented a new European license for its real-time GNSS network correction service, Trimble VRS Now. The new license will enable roaming UK users to access all European Trimble VRS Now networks – existing and future. Currently this includes Great Britain, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Estonia, Czech Republic and the greater Madrid area. There will be additional coverage in the near future. The new European License offers flexible access without restrictions on minutes used and has been introduced to offer a service unique in terms of flexibility. Especially beneficial to UK users… Read More

Warwickshire based Civil Engineering and Groundworks firm, O’Brien Contractors Ltd, has taken delivery of a KOREC supplied Compact Leveller System. The compact leveller is an easily transferrable piece of specialist equipment which can be attached to the front of a JCB, or similar style backhoe or wheeled loading shovel, replacing the bucket. The KOREC supplied system combines a compact leveller fitted with Trimble Laser Machine Control. On each side of the compact leveller is a Trimble LR50 Laser Receiver which receives a signal from a rotating laser. A proportional valve which allows for a smooth, fast reaction to the Trimble… Read More