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KOREC invests in ‘New Generation’ Trimble MX9 Mobile Mapping System

21st May 2018

Combining high-quality performance, simple installation and easy operation.

KOREC, Trimble’s leading distributor in the UK and Ireland, has taken delivery of Trimble’s ‘New Generation’ MX9 Mobile Mapping System.

The MX9 will be available to KOREC customers either through purchase or as KOREC’s preferred system for undertaking large-scale scanning and mapping surveys on behalf of its clients through its services company, K-SERVICES.

The Trimble MX9 is a complete field-to-finish mobile mapping solution and has been developed to deliver survey-grade data and detail in an easy to use and install design.

Performance

The MX9 combines a vehicle-mounted mobile lidar system, multi-camera imaging and field software for efficient, precise and high-volume data capture, delivering up to 500scans/second. The end result is data of unrivalled accuracy, density and repeatability.

Ease of Use

The system weighs just 37kg and can be easily mounted on a range of vehicles in less than 12 minutes. Operation is through intuitive browser-based field software, accessible via most tablets or any notebook.

As a Service

KOREC’s K-SERVICES company specialises in tailor-made mapping surveys for a wide range of applications including topographic, engineering, and asset management surveys for whole city centres and boroughs or smaller projects. The MX9 will enable K-SERVICES to combine its expertise with the highest quality of mobile mapping data achievable.

Graham Beckord, K-SERVICES Director said, “I have used the system extensively since its acquisition earlier this month. It’s ease of use means that training an operative in how to collect data can now be undertaken in less than 30 minutes – earlier systems would require a week of training – it’s that easy to use.”

Alan Browne, KOREC CEO said, “As a company that has already invested heavily in mobile mapping systems, the purchase of a Trimble MX9 was an easy decision to make because simply it places KOREC and K-SERVICES customers, at the cutting edge of mobile mapping technology – the potential is tremendous.”

For a sample dataset or to discuss a K-SERVICES project, please contact K-SERVICES Director Graham Beckford at graham.beckford@korecgroup.com graham.beckford@korecgroup.com or by phone on 07919470558.

For sales enquiries, please contact your regional KOREC sales consultant.

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KOREC announces UK distributor agreement with GeoSLAM

4th December 2017

KOREC is delighted to announce that under the terms of a new agreement with 3D mobile mapping technology specialists GeoSLAM, it has become an official distributor of the company’s ZEB-REVO handheld laser scanning solutions. KOREC will distribute this product throughout the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland.

GeoSLAM specialises in the manufacture and development of “go anywhere” 3D mobile mapping technology, a range which includes its ZEB-REVO handheld, lightweight scanner, ZEB-CAM camera, and the recently launched ZEB-REVO RT (real time) scanner. With no requirement for GPS, GeoSLAM technology allows users to rapidly build a highly accurate 3D models within minutes, whilst on the move. It is adaptable to any environment including complex and enclosed spaces, and especially GPS-deprived spaces – such as indoors or underground.

Once mapped, the synchronised ZEB-CAM imagery and ZEB-REVO point cloud data can be viewed in GeoSLAM Hub software – in both 2D and 3D formats. For larger projects, multiple datasets can also be merged. Results are available in all major industry standard formats and users can select from a variety of export options and configurations to enable greater integration with 3rd party post processing software.

KOREC will be supplying the ZEB-REVO system which includes the handheld scanner, data logger and desktop pointcloud processing software, all backed up by KOREC’s world class support and training.

Mark Poveda, KOREC Group Commercial Director said,

“KOREC is extremely excited to be partnering with GeoSLAM to supply the ZEB REVO system. With the ZEB-REVO scanner you can very rapidly map a huge array of environments to an accuracy level of ±15mm. The ZEB REVO fits perfectly into KOREC’s product portfolio, offering our customers enhanced scanning capabilities on projects ranging from measured building surveys, construction, stockpiles, crime scenes and beyond.”

John Allan, VP of Sales & Marketing at GeoSLAM, said,

“GeoSLAM has experienced fantastic growth over the last 12 months, and this new partnership with KOREC will be sure to continue this trend into 2018. The combination of GeoSLAM’s smart and reliable technology, alongside KOREC’s 50 years’ of experience serving the geospatial industry, makes for a winning combination. The versatility of GeoSLAM’s solutions also makes for a perfect fit with KOREC’s existing product portfolio, making it a ‘one stop shop’ solution for our customer’s laser scanning and surveying requirements.”

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KOREC serves the UK & Northern Ireland survey industry through its offices at Liverpool, Huntingdon & Craigavon (NI).

To learn more about KOREC Group, please visit www.korecgroup.com

To learn more about GeoSLAM, visit www.geoslam.com

R.S.S.S at West Yorkshire Police are first force in Europe to adopt Trimble SX10 technology

2nd November 2017

Regional Scientific Support Services at West Yorkshire Police have become the first force in Europe to purchase a Trimble SX10 Scanning Total Station. The instrument will be used by its in-house Imaging Unit, one of the largest and most forward looking in the UK, providing regional Imaging services to the whole of Yorkshire and Humberside.

The KOREC supplied SX10, which combines high-density 3D scan data, imaging and high-accuracy total station data in a single unit, will provide RSSS Crime Scene Surveyors with more flexibility when collecting evidence at crime scenes. It will supplement the force’s existing two short range 3D laser scanners and newly purchased Trimble GPS.

Crime scene surveying is often undertaken in challenging conditions with time constraints. The SX10 is a hybrid instrument which means everything is combined into a single unit for easy transportation to scenes, especially those in hard to access areas. Using a single instrument also reduces the chances of contaminating evidence whilst allowing a flexible approach to data collection and best use of site time.

Once on the crime scene, the SX10 is used to establish external control, outside the area of interest. Without the SX10 a separate scanner and total station would be required. Static positions of the control stations are undertaken with the Trimble GPS and tied into the OS Grid.

Further time savings are delivered because the SX10 is driven by Trimble Access software on a tablet rather than with an eyepiece for targeting. This means that the on-scene surveyor can draw a polygon over the tablet’s live video feed enabling the customisation of the scan area and scan density, cutting the overall scan time and file size. This reduces the need for time consuming 360°scans. Smaller, targeted scans mean that data can be easily handled and quickly processed in Trimble RealWorks.

In recent years forensic multimedia has become an essential tool in the courtroom and key to providing both the judge and jury with a better understanding of the evidence. The Trimble SX10 will provide Yorkshire and Humberside Police with deliverables suitable for this process. Additionally, SX10 generated point cloud data, via third party software, will be prepared for use with a 3D printer. This has already enabled the Imaging Unit to produce entire crime scenes, scaled down, for use in the court room.

Daniel Sharp, Crime Scene Surveying Supervisor, West Yorkshire Police said, “The Trimble SX10 provides our Yorkshire and the Humberside regional Crime Scene Surveyors with a fast, flexible and accurate means of capturing exhibits at major incidents over large areas. This is especially useful in situations where we have little prior knowledge of the scene. For the first time, we can arrive at a scene and scan, photograph or measure everything we need with just one instrument. The cleanliness of the data generated by the SX10 allows us to create exceptional quality 3D deliverables for use in court, clarifying complex crime scenes into understandable graphics or 3D printed models for judge and jurors.”

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Trimble L2P tracking technology assists recovery of over 30 items of stolen survey instrumentation

19th October 2017

KOREC is delighted to report that following an investigation carried out by Forest Gate Police in East London, over 30 stolen survey instruments and accessories have been recovered from a lock up.

The success of this recovery operation was assisted by one of the stolen instruments, a KOREC supplied Trimble S-Series total station, having Trimble L2P (Locate to Protect) tracking technology built-in.

The tracked instrument is owned by nationwide survey company Sumo Services and was in use on an East London site during the summer when it was stolen. Following its theft, Paul Williams, Director of Sumo Services, was able to log into the L2P portal and monitor the instrument’s journey until if finally came to rest. Using Google Maps, he pinpointed its location at a storage centre whilst Google Street View revealed a CCTV camera covering the storage centre’s entrance. Sumo immediately informed the police and called KOREC to establish its serial number.

Using the L2P report, the police could establish when the instrument arrived at the lock-up enabling them to pinpoint the visual evidence they needed on the CCTV footage to take somebody into custody.

Paul Williams, Director of Sumo Services, said, “The use of L2P has quite literally saved us thousands of pounds. It’s bad for KOREC Sales unfortunately, but good news for our insurance premiums and productivity. Whilst it was quite nail biting and stressful watching our instrument visit various caravan sites and eventually ending up in its lock up, we were able to provide sufficient information for Police involvement. The Police are stretched with resources, and this type of crime is low on their list of priorities, however, being able to pinpoint the actual location and the trail of the instrument’s stops helped them to a swift conclusion.”

Forest Gate Police recently contacted The Survey Association (TSA) with a list of all the recovered survey equipment which it immediately shared with its members. The TSA actively promotes anti-theft advice to its members and hosts round table discussions on how the industry can best protect itself from the disruption of both planned and opportunistic theft.

Rachel Tyrrell, TSA Manager said, “It is welcome news that the use of a tracking device has, on this occasion, resulted in the recovery of so many pieces of stolen equipment. TSA are currently in discussion with a leading name in crime prevention services to tackle the ongoing problem of equipment theft, which continues to affect so many of our member companies.”

This is the fourth incidence of a KOREC customer reporting that Trimble L2P technology has been integral to the recovery process of a stolen instrument.

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KOREC expansion strengthens its commitment to customer service

14th September 2017

UK expansion is the driving force behind an internal KOREC restructure which will see the company move to a more personal approach to customer relationships with the establishment of four regional sales teams. Each of the new teams will be led by key KOREC personnel in the newly created positions of Regional Sales Directors.

Taking up these new positions from left to right are:

Neil Pollock – North East Region

Jared Pogmore – West Region

Chris Harris – London and the East Region

Ryan Bowles – South Region

Additionally, each regional team will consist of dedicated sales consultants and pre-sales field support whilst also drawing on all of KOREC’s nationwide services including the award winning workshop and office based technical staff.

This new sales team structure reflects KOREC’s commitment to placing the customer central to every part of the sales process. These teams will react quickly to customer requests and offer a more personal approach on which to build partnerships and long term relationships. Director involvement at a local level will ensure that KOREC customers have one step access to a key senior contact within their area.

Mark Poveda has been appointed Group Commercial Director stepping up from his previous role as Sales & Operations Manager. Mark has been with KOREC for over 15 years and brings considerable technical survey and sales expertise to this position which will see him working closely with the newly appointed Regional Sales Directors.

Commenting on the new structure, Mark Poveda said, “Through our distributorships with partners such as Trimble and senseFly, we are bringing world class technology to the UK and Irish markets. Customers purchasing this technology deserve a world class service to go with it. KOREC is growing and our commitment to UK expansion has enabled us to attract new talent to the company and invest in both extensive staff training and a sales structure that will provide our customers with responsive, local expertise from initial consultation through to post-sales support.

Our aim is to put in place a structure that will better accommodate our growth and underline our commitment to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction within our industry.”

Regional expansion will also ensure that KOREC can offer those within the company, and those exploring opportunities with the company, a range of rewarding career paths.

Amaizing Applications!

2nd August 2017

Can it really be 40 years since the launch of the first Star Wars film?

A unique celebration has been created by Maze Master Tom Pearcy, owner of the tourist attraction, York Maze. Covering a 15 acre site, this year’s maize maze boasts the world’s biggest death star and is the twelfth that has been set out by Tom using a Trimble sub-metre Geo handheld supplied by KOREC.

“We’ve come a long way since our first creation in 2002,” explains Tom. “Back then our mazes were based on just lines and circles drawn onto graph paper and in the field, we used sticks and strings to set out the design, a time consuming exercise which could take two weeks or more.

Today the process is much more straightforward. Our theme is designed in a basic drawing package and then uploaded onto our Trimble Geo which provides us with the 0.5m accuracy that this type of work requires.

We then go out into the maize field and effectively create the biggest dot to dot in the world!

Using the map on the Trimble Geo, I plot out the design amongst the 6” high maize plants, marking the points as I go, whilst a cultivator follows on behind.

The accuracy and reliability of the Geo enables us to complete the work in just 3-4 days and of course reproduce much more complex designs including this year’s rendition of Darth Vader, C-3PO, Han Solo and Chewbacca.”

Trimble Unveils SX10 Scanning Total Station

6th October 2016

KOREC is delighted to announce that Trimble has unveiled it’s new SX10 Scanning Total Station.

It merges high-speed 3D scanning, enhanced Trimble VISION™ imaging technology and high-accuracy total station measurements into familiar field and office workflows for surveyors. The innovative solution provides surveyors and geospatial professionals with the capabilities and versatility to handle projects from traditional surveys to complex 3D modeling.

The SX10, with Trimble’s patented technology, enables the capture of both high-accuracy measurements critical for traditional survey projects and rich point cloud data at 26,600 points per second with a range of up to 600 meters. This means surveyors can include 3D scanning as part of everyday workflows, dramatically increasing productivity for topographic surveys, roadway and corridor surveys, volumetric surveys and infrastructure as-builts. The combined versatility of 3D scanning and surveying removes the need for a dedicated 3D scanner, saving significant operational costs and allowing businesses to expand their capabilities to include additional applications such as building as-builts, utility design surveys and forensic reconstruction.

Complete integration with new versions of Trimble’s industry-leading field and office software allow users to quickly and easily operate the SX10 within common survey workflows. With Trimble Access™ version 2016.10 software on the Trimble Tablet, users can harness the full potential of the SX10 in the field, whether for efficient measurement and stakeout routines or full 3D scanning workflows. By integrating rich data from the SX10 into intuitive office workflows, Trimble Business Center version 3.80 enables users to quickly create complete customer deliverables. With its enhanced point cloud management, automated extraction and interoperability to leading CAD and GIS packages, the solution empowers users to satisfy even the toughest client demands.

“This is an innovative technology and a significant breakthrough in surveying capability. The unique advantages the SX10 offers surveyors, engineers and geospatial professionals will allow them to tackle virtually any project with ease,” said Ron Bisio, vice president of Trimble’s Geospatial Division. “The SX10 Scanning Total Station is a dynamic and versatile solution offering the latest technologies without changing time-tested field and office workflows—while also simplifying equipment investments for difficult projects.”

The SX10 was showcased at KOREC’s KNOWHOW events in November 2016.

Announcing Vantage Ireland

15th September 2016

The distribution of Trimble Ag products transitions from Precision Ag Ireland to Vantage Ireland

A premier reseller of Trimble Agriculture Technology

Offering Complete Trimble Farm Technology Solutions that Increase Growers’ Productivity and Efficiency

Dublin, 15th September 2016 – It has been announced today that the distribution of Trimble Ag products has transitioned from Precision Ag Ireland to Vantage Ireland. Vantage Ireland will provide customers with the premier service and support they have come to expect under Precision Ag’s Leslie Scott who will continue as a Vantage consultant working alongside a new sales and support team.

Vantage Ireland will operate out of KOREC Ireland’s office in Dublin. KOREC is Ireland’s Trimble Geospatial distributor and will support Vantage Ireland with its extensive UAS, mapping and surveying expertise and use of its state of the art Trimble commended workshop facilities.

Vantage Ireland will offer the full Trimble Agriculture product portfolio to provide growers, advisors, retailers, co-ops and local OEMs with precision agriculture solutions for the whole farm, improving farm efficiency and productivity while protecting natural resources and the environment.

Guidance and steering systems that operate with most farm machinery—regardless of make, type, or model
Flow and application control systems that help farmers increase yield and save on input costs
Water management solutions for irrigation and drainage that allow farmers to minimize water costs and efficiently distribute water
Agri-services to assess crop health, investigate soil properties, and make prescriptive nutrient recommendations
Data collection and management solutions that enable better decision making

“We are excited to be a Vantage partner serving the precision agriculture needs of farmers in Ireland,” said General Manager of Vantage Ireland, Helen Gilmartin. “Our commitment is to helping Irish farmers find the right technology solutions that best meet their needs, while providing ongoing support and training. Leveraging off KOREC’s extensive experience and infrastructure will give the farming industry access to a huge level of expertise and solutions including specialist knowledge of the UAS market. KOREC has a long standing relationship with Trimble across many different industries delivering innovative and productive solutions including bespoke software through KOREC’s in-house software development team.”

To learn more about Vantage Ireland please call 01 456 4702 or email info@vantage-ireland.com

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Vantage Ireland

Unit B7, Riverview Business Park, Nangor Road, Dublin 12

About Vantage Distributors

In 2016, Trimble began establishing its global Vantage distributor network to serve the rapidly evolving precision agriculture industry. The Vantage distribution network provides precision agriculture expertise on Trimble technology solutions for the entire farm. Vantage distribution partners are authorized to sell the full Trimble Agriculture product portfolio. Trimble’s precision agriculture solutions cover all seasons, crops, terrains, and farm sizes, and its brand-agnostic strategy allows farmers to use Trimble products on most vehicles in their fleet—regardless of manufacturer. Staffed by highly trained technicians who have expertise in the full suite of Trimble precision agriculture technologies, Vantage distribution partners advise growers on the right combination of solutions for their operations to improve farm efficiency and productivity. By providing high-quality customer service, personalized training and technical support, Vantage distribution partners will serve as a regional center of excellence.

First Trimble UX5 HP Delivery in England to Geocurve

9th March 2016

KOREC, Trimble’s UK distributor, is delighted to announce that Geocurve Ltd, specialist surveyors and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operators, have taken delivery of the first Trimble UX5 HP aerial mapping system in England. The UX5 HP will complement Essex-based Geocurve’s existing portfolio of almost a dozen fixed-wing and multi-rotor UAVs, operated by their team of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) accredited pilots.

Geocurve has been involved in several high profile projects in the environmental, quarrying and construction sectors. With its expanding customer base and increased work load, Geocurve has selected the Trimble UX5 HP for its advanced specification and robust weather-resistance.

Designed to capture the highest image accuracy for survey applications, the UX5 HP integrates a high-performance Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver and a new Sony a7R 36MP high-resolution camera. The camera, in combination with the GNSS receiver, delivers exceptional levels of image accuracy – orthomosaic resolution down to 1 cm and 3D models with up to 1,000 pts/m2. Post-processed kinematic (PPK) GNSS technology is used to establish image locations in absolute coordinate systems, eliminating the need, in many cases, for separate ground controls and greatly increasing flexibility of operation.

The UX5 HP will also enable Geocurve to continue working in wind speeds of up to 55 km/h and in light rain, making it ideal for use in conditions where many other fixed wing UAVs might struggle to operate.

Use of the UX5 HP will be overseen by Geocurve’s Director of Engineering & Survey Services, Gary Nel, and Director of Unmanned Services, Perran Bonner.

Gary Nel said “As our customer base expands, we need to be even better prepared to deliver high quality, timely, comprehensive data. Thanks to its ability to remain stable in winds of up to 55km/hr and its 15mm wide angle lens option for increased flight coverage, we estimate that the UX5 HP will double our productivity, particularly when used in conjunction with our CAA Extended Line of Sight Permissions. The integrated GNSS not only saves us time by eliminating the need for separate ground controls, but also eliminates the risks associated with laying these points in dangerous environments such as quarries. Geocurve was one of the first companies in England to operate a fixed wing UAV commercially, the first to be granted CAA Congested Area Permissions and now we are delighted to be the first to take delivery of a KOREC supplied Trimble UX5 HP.”

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New KOREC partnership streamlines CAA accreditation and UAS product training into a single process

28th January 2016

KOREC is delighted to announce that through a new partnership with the Drone Pilot Academy, it will be able to offer a ‘one stop’ Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) training solution for those that wish to undertake consecutive flight training and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) accredited pilot training courses, all at the same location and all within one week.

KOREC is the first company in the UK to streamline this process with the aim of enabling new Trimble and SenseFly UAS users to become safe, efficient and productive in the field from the off.

KOREC’s partner, the Drone Pilot Academy, is based in Barnsley and was established by Jim Ixer, who served for over 17 years with the RAF flying operational tours all over the world including Kosovo, Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan. His team of instructors, who have all served in the RAF, have been hand-picked for their extensive knowledge in training and instruction, especially in those topics the CAA deems essential for safe operations in drone flying. Additionally, they have all operated the Trimble and SenseFly drones within the KOREC portfolio so have an extensive in-depth working knowledge of the equipment and the industry.

As well as taking those that want to become commercial operators through the mandatory CAA course, the Drone Pilot Academy, as part of the package, will also undertake all relevant paperwork and assist in the detailed production of the required Operations Manual, including proofing, before its submission to the CAA. This removes a time consuming aspect of the process for KOREC customers and brings a higher guarantee of success.

‘One stop’ courses will run monthly at the Drone Pilot Academy’s training centres. Bespoke courses at a location of choice are also available.

Oliver Brooks, KOREC Managing Director said, “Our aim is to provide those that purchase SenseFly or Trimble drones from us with the most efficient way of becoming fully CAA accredited pilots capable of safely and productively operating their investment with confidence. The Drone Pilot Academy can provide instructors of the highest calibre and their professional approach will be of great benefit to KOREC customers.”

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Image: Jim Ixer, Managing Director of the Drone Pilot Academy (left) and Oliver Brooks, KOREC Managing Director(right)

Kelly Bros first to invest in Trimble MX7 imaging system

25th January 2016

KOREC, is delighted to announce that Kelly Bros, a leading contractor in the road marking industry, has become the first company in the UK and Ireland to invest in a Trimble MX7 imaging system.

Released at the end of 2015, the Trimble MX7 can be mounted on a range of vehicles and is the latest addition to Trimble distributor KOREC’s mobile mapping portfolio. An entry level system, it enables users to capture high quality 360-degree, 30 megapixel geo-referenced images at highway speeds through a clear and intuitive use interface. Back at the office, Trimble Trident office software for data capture, extraction and analysis can be used to produce a range of deliverables, take off accurate measurements and produce pictorial records etc, whenever required.

Designed for portability, the Trimble MX7 is operable by a single user and will be used by Kelly Bros for a range of applications tailored to the needs of engineering consultants and local authorities. These applications will include everything from road condition surveys and asset data collection to the documentation of site conditions and the recording of bridge clearances.

The system has already been used on a local road/footpath improvement project in the town centre of Ashbourne on behalf of Meath County Council. The MX7 was mounted on a Kelly Bros vehicle and used to map the proposed road improvement route. Back at the office, the CAD design plans were overlaid onto the MX7 captured survey data to detect any conflicts between the proposals and the existing infrastructure, for example, manholes positioned in junctions or under new kerbs.

Damien Kelly, joint owner of Kelly Bros with brother Raymond, reports that this is precisely the sort of application that the MX7 is made for. “Detecting a clash at the planning stage, even one as basic as a kerb running over a manhole cover, eliminates the need to put things right at a later date – a simple mistake that can incur additional costs in the region of €50k to rectify. As soon as we saw a demonstration of the MX7, we recognised its huge potential across a range of applications such as this. The versatility of the MX7 was key to our buying decision and we will be offering imaging surveys to engineering consultants and local authorities in Ireland and abroad. MX7 surveys will also be available through our sub-contractor, MILESTONE Pavement Technologies, covering all types of visual road surveys including assessment of maintenance requirements, before and after surveys to assess the impact of additional heavy traffic associated with construction projects, tracking changes in pavement condition and the provision of records of culverts and drainage channels. Kelly Bros has a history of developing and investing in technology that can streamline workflows within our industry and ownership of an MX7 will enable us to bring an even higher level of service to our customers.”

KOREC announces KNOW HOW Technology Day dates

19th August 2015

Positioning, Productivity and Innovation

KOREC Announces four KNOW HOW Technology Days

KOREC is delighted to announce dates and venues for four KNOW HOW Technology Days in the UK and Ireland.

The UK days will be held at the Honourable Artillery Company Museum(HAC) in London on the 22^nd September and the Novotel Hotel in Manchester on 24^th September. The Irish days will be held at Titanic, Belfast on 29^th September and the Carton House Hotel, Maynooth, on 1^st October.

Positioning, productivity and innovation are three words that underline Trimble’s approach to the geospatial industry and also perfectly define the theme for this year’s KNOW HOW Technology Days. Each of the days will feature geospatial presentations from Trimble, KOREC and KOREC partners and customers on how new technology can be exploited for maximum productivity in the field and office.

Presentations will be supported by multiple survey and mapping KNOW HOW areas that can be visited throughout the day to learn more about the latest software and hardware developments.

The main event of the afternoon will be a UAS workshop looking at how to select the best UAS for your applications, apply the technology and handle and process the collected data. A key theme will be how to take this data one step further, with a view to providing clients with answers as well as maps. A Q&A session hosted by industry experts will round off this workshop.

The day will also feature senseFly’s recently released albris intelligent inspection and mapping drone and a presentation by its first purchaser in the UK, Director and UAV Pilot, Jake Daniel of Surefire Imaging Ltd.

The KOREC KNOW HOW Technology Days are all-day events and free of charge. Delegates can find out more and register their place at www.korecknowhow.com.

Lightning strikes twice!

1st December 2014

Second Vegas win for Irish DIT geomatics student

KOREC is delighted to announce that the winner of the worldwide 2014 Trimble geospatial student paper competition is Kevin O’Mahony, a BSc Geomatics student at the Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT) in Ireland.

Kevin is the second DIT student to win this prestigious award following on from the success of David Hyland in 2012. Both students submitted their papers under the supervision of Dr. Audrey Martin, Chair of the MSc in Geospatial Engineering.

Kevin’s successful paper was a 1500 word analysis of the achievable accuracies from online Precise Point Positioning (PPP) Post-Processing Services in Ireland and part of his prize included an invitation to present his work at the Trimble Dimensions conference in Las Vegas in November. The paper was based on his final dissertation which has since been awarded a first class honours.

Trimble has also donated a Trimble V10 Imaging Rover complete system including a Trimble R10 GNSS product to the DIT in a grand prize that totals over $50,000. Kevin accepted the instruments on behalf of the DIT on Friday 21^st November at a presentation that included Ian Pennington (Geospatial Sales Account Manager, Trimble), Professor Brian Norton (DIT President), Dr Audrey Martin (Chair of the MSc in Geospatial Engineering, DIT), Alan Browne (Group Chief Executive, KOREC) and Helen Gilmartin (General Manager, KOREC).

Alan Browne, KOREC Group Chief Executive said, “A DIT student winning this prestigious international prize for a second time is a great reflection on the high level of teaching offered by the DIT. We have a long standing relationship with the College and several of our employees have been students. The student competition is a fantastic way for Trimble to engage with a new generation of surveyors and I’m delighted that Kevin’s hard work has been recognised in this way.”

Following the presentation, Professor Brian Norton, President of DIT said, “I would like to thank Trimble for providing us with this state-of-the-art equipment which will be invaluable to our students. I would also like to thank Trimble for providing the opportunity for our students to test themselves against their peers internationally. The commitment of industry and the opportunity for us to interact with companies like Trimble is essential to DIT so that we can continue to deliver programmes of quality and relevance.”

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Image Caption: From left to right

Professor Brian Norton (DIT President)

Dr Audrey Martin (Chair of the MSc in Geospatial Engineering, DIT)

Professor Gerry Farrell (Director and Dean of Engineering and Built Environment)

Kevin O’Mahony

Ian Pennington (Geospatial Sales Account Manager, Trimble)

KOREC expands mobile spatial imaging portfolio with Trimble MX2

20th October 2014

KOREC is delighted to announce the latest addition to its mobile spatial imaging portfolio, the Trimble MX2.

The Trimble MX2 is an easy to use vehicle-mounted spatial imaging system which combines high resolution laser scanning and precise positioning to collect geo-referenced point clouds and 360° images for multiple applications. The system is available with one or two laser heads with the dual head system using a ‘butterfly’ LiDAR configuration to minimise shadowing. Both variants come with the option of a 360° camera.

The system is characterised by its flexibility and can be operated by a single user. It offers a simple field workflow comprising four steps; installation, initialisation, data collection and completion. Survey results are processed with the included Trimble Trident software to swiftly extract and analyse the raw data to turn it into useful geospatial intelligence.

Compact and rugged, the MX2 can be rapidly deployed on trains and boats as well as all sizes of on- and off-road vehicles.

Andy Beckerson, Business Development Director at KOREC, stated, “The Trimble MX2 has been developed to achieve a perfect balance between cost, performance and versatility providing survey companies with the opportunity to enter the world of mobile scanning at a time when it is becoming an increasingly desired service. By reducing project timescales through fast deployment, data capture and analysis the MX2 provides a cost-effective alternative when conventional survey methods are not suitable.”

The Trimble MX2 is available for purchase or hire from KOREC.

Highways Agency invests in 100+ Trimble VRS licenses

12th March 2014

The Highways Agency has renewed the real-time RTK correction service that it provides to the police and

KOREC is delighted to announce that this resource will now be delivered via 100+ Trimble VRS Now licenses.

Trimble VRS Now delivers centimeter level accuracy on demand, anywhere in the UK, and will enable the Police to use their GNSS receivers quickly, easily and accurately. With instant access to reliable, real-time corrections in the field, Police Collision Investigation Units will be equipped to efficiently survey incidents reducing congestion and getting traffic moving again in the fastest possible way.

Georgina Lawrence, Highways Agency Project Officer said, “The Highways Agency aims to provide safe roads, reliable journeys and to inform travellers. Trimble VRS Now will assist police in investigating incidents more quickly thus reducing congestion and minimising road closure time. The Highways Agency is looking forward to working with Korec.”

Andy Beckerson, Korec’s Business Development Director said, “Trimble VRS Now offers a fast, accurate and above all, reliable service. These requirements are key to the police completing timely traffic collision investigation surveys. We have worked closely with most of the UK’s forces over the years and are pleased to have the opportunity to further enhance this relationship.”

About Trimble VRS Now

Trimble® VRS Now™ provides positioning professionals with instant access to real-time kinematic (RTK) corrections utilizing a network of permanent (fixed) continuously operating reference stations (CORS).

Utilising Trimble operated VRS technology, centimetre level accuracy is available on demand, anywhere within the reference station network. Trimble VRS Now delivers unsurpassed accuracy with unmatched reliability. It’s highly cost effective and efficient, convenient, simple to use, and is always on.

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KOREC launches K-Mobile data collection software

20th February 2014

First mobile mapping software release from new KOREC in-house software division

KOREC has launched K-Mobile. New, easy to use and fully customisable, K-Mobile data capture software has the capability to run on all Trimble Windows Mobile hardware platforms including the Trimble Yuma tablet and the newly launched Trimble Geo7X handheld.

K-Mobile is the result of KOREC’s 15 years of mapping software development experience combined with extensive customer research. Both software set-up and field use have been simplified to shorten learning curves and enable faster mobilisation of work forces. Forms are easily customisable and can be as simple or as complex as the task requires; feature headings can be clarified with text descriptions; nested pick lists channel responses and there is even a built-in calculator field.

K-Mobile also comes with OS StreetView ™maps included, device tracking, lone worker support and full cloud based and manual data transfer options.

Ideal for use with a mixed fleet, no extra training or time consuming back end work is required for the data preparation. Data is wirelessly sent to the ‘field worker’ (not the device), so hardware selection can be based on its relevance to the day’s task.

Alan Browne, KOREC CEO, said, “K-mobile is the most user friendly and customer focused software that we have ever released . We’ve listened to what today’s geospatial professionals require for their field data capture and then we’ve listened again. K-Mobile reflects this attention to detail and offers extensive functionality as standard but is also fully customisable by both the end user and KOREC with no modification too small for our consideration. If a small tweak can enhance our customer’s experience and increase their productivity, then that’s what we’ll do.”

K-Mobile is available from KOREC now.

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Image Caption: Typical screen grabs illustrating K-Mobile features

KOREC expands geospatial offering with launch of in-house software development

6th January 2014

The KOREC Group has announced the formation of a new division dedicated to software development. This in-house capability will enable KOREC to customise Trimble solutions to meet specific customer requirements and applications.

The division will assist with a wide range of requests under the geospatial banner from GIS workflows and integrations, to Trimble Access modifications, to processing scan data from Trimble’s mobile geospatial system, the MX8.

Emphasis will be placed on productivity and reflect KOREC’s extensive knowledge of the geospatial industry in the UK and Ireland. For example, full use will be made of the wide range of free data that is available from the Ordnance Survey – all KOREC’s mapping solutions will come with ‘maps included’.

By taking development in-house, KOREC will also address flexible licensing, better data flow between Trimble systems and functionality on multiple platforms from GNSS handhelds to tablets.

Alan Browne, KOREC CEO said, “Trimble has a range of highly productive mapping and survey solutions but the option to tailor that solution to a specific application is what makes the difference between a system that’s a good fit and one that’s a perfect fit. By offering this facility we aim to bridge that gap. KOREC now has the provision to take Trimble’s worldwide expertise in software development one extra step by offering our customers tailor made solutions that are relevant to both working in the UK and Ireland and to their specific applications.”

A range of application specific mobile software will be announced shortly.

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Image Caption: Productivity in mind – KOREC ‘s in-house software division will be launching application specific mobile software shortly

Further information

Lucy Hamilton, PR Manager, KOREC.

Mobile:0777 588 5812 Email:lucy.hamilton@www.korecgroup.com

About KOREC

KOREC specialises in supplying innovative surveying, mapping, machine control and geospatial positioning technology to a variety of industries from engineering and environmental to transport and infrastructure.

As one of Trimble’s largest distributors worldwide, KOREC has established a reputation for quality advice, excellent training and a high level of technical support. www.korecgroup.com

KOREC Technology Roadshow dates announced

7th August 2013

Data – it’s the Future

KOREC announces September Technology Roadshow dates

KOREC is delighted to announce a series of nationwide Technology Roadshows with the theme ‘Data – it’s the Future’.

With a strong emphasis on how geospatial professionals can differentiate themselves, diversify and offer value added deliverables, each roadshow will include the latest technology updates on a full range of KOREC geospatial solutions, from laser scanning and monitoring to digital data capture and imaging. The handling of the different data formats generated by these solutions will be a key topic.

The days will also include UAV demonstrations (excluding the Maidstone location and subject to weather conditions) and the chance to spend extended time in themed demonstration areas talking to KOREC Consultants.

The events will run at a range of prestigious locations throughout the UK – Newcastle (Matfen Hall Hotel Golf & Spa) September 11^th, Derby (Breadsall Priory) September 12^th, Cardiff (New House Country Hotel) September 17^th, Oxford (Heythrop House) September 18^th and Maidstone (Leeds Castle) September 19^th .

All of the KOREC Technology Roadshows include lunch and are free of charge. Registration is at KOREC KNOW HOW

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KOREC launches Mobile Spatial Imaging Service

22nd May 2013

KOREC investment in high-end Trimble MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging technology facilitates new service

KOREC is delighted to announce the launch of its new Mobile Spatial Imaging Service. The new service will offer KOREC’s Trimble MX8 equipped vehicle for rental, complete with an operator. The system can be hired, daily, weekly or for longer periods.

The Trimble MX8 is a premium mobile spatial imaging system offering industry leading accuracy. It captures fully synchronized, high-quality geo-referenced point clouds and high-resolution imagery.

The vehicle-mounted system is designed for geospatial professionals who need rapid acquisition of large amounts of data for as-built modelling, inventory, inspection and encroachment analysis as well as asset management for roads, bridges, railway, utilities and other infrastructure management.

Geo-referenced 3D point cloud data and images are collected at normal driving speeds making for rapid data collection. Feature extraction can be undertaken automatically or manually, including change analysis, with Trimble’s Trident Analyst software. The result is an information rich 3D model providing data which may have been too costly, or too dangerous, to collect by traditional methods.

Alan Browne, KOREC Group Chief Executive said, “KOREC specialises in innovative solutions that enable our customers to differentiate themselves in a competitive market place. The Trimble MX8 technology brings a mobile 5D scanning solution within the reach of many geospatial professionals, enabling new workflows and new opportunities.”

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Image: KOREC’s Trimble MX8 equipped vehicle

KOREC distributes Imetrum Video Gauge system for Rail Industry

16th May 2013

Unique system for precise measurement under train loading

KOREC is delighted to announce that it has become the sole UK distributor to the rail industry of Imetrum’s Video Gauge, a non-contact precision measurement video monitoring system.

Developed by Imetrum, Video Gauge is established technology used by customers such as Rolls Royce, Airbus, and BAE Systems to measure 2D displacement and strain on materials, components and structures.

Through KOREC, Video Gauge is now available for use by the UK rail industry and is ideal for applications where there is a need to accurately measure dynamic deflection at a distance and under train loading all with sub mm accuracy.

Video Gauge comprises a PC with the sophisticated Video Gauge software installed together with one or more high-resolution digital video cameras and appropriate lenses for the application. The system can be mobile, mounted on a tripod, or installed in a secure camera housing for longer measurement durations if required. Recorded video data can be stored for analysis later, or processed and transmitted for real time monitoring. The resulting video can be referred to time and time again.

The system is highly portable and has been designed with ease of use in mind, from set up through to job completion. The system has a shallow learning curve and the time taken to unpack it from its case and commence measurement is around 15 minutes. Possession times are either non-existent or minimal and work can be carried out off the permanent way as long as there is a clear line of site.

KOREC Rail Consultant Matthew Lock said, “No other system exists that can monitor multiple points, from a distance, with such a high level of accuracy, under train loading. KOREC is in a unique position to offer something that we feel is completely new and of real benefit to the UK rail industry, whether it is used for investigations of voiding under sleepers at critical locations, pin-pointing areas of weak formation or structural analysis of bridges.”

Says John Brewster, managing director of Imetrum: “The Video Gauge is already in operation in dozens of countries around the world, but we are especially pleased to team up with KOREC in the UK because of their considerable expertise in the rail industry.”

KOREC Announces three KNOW HOW Technology Days

22nd March 2013

Key theme is ‘Data – The Future’

KOREC is delighted to announce the dates and venues for three KNOW HOW Technology Days in the UK and Ireland. The UK day will be held at Aintree Racecourse in Merseyside on Wednesday 15^th May and the Ireland days at Carton House Hotel in Maynooth, west of Dublin on Thursday 23^rd May and at the Stormont Hotel in Belfast on Tuesday 28^th May.

The theme of these days is ‘Data – The Future’ and will examine new trends in data collection, data handling and data analysis. On the data collection side, there will be a strong focus on Trimble’s MX8 mobile spatial imaging system and the KOREC portfolio of UAVs as well as the latest mapping and survey releases. On the handling and analysis side, the focus will be on how attendees can make the latest software developments work for their business.

Each of the days will see KOREC joined by Trimble technical experts, guest speakers and KOREC partners who will participate in Q & A sessions as well as providing updates on new technology for surveyors, engineers and GIS and geospatial professionals.

The days will also include two breakout ‘Get the KNOW HOW’ sessions to ensure that delegates have the time and opportunity to discuss all the featured technology and the opportunity to get hands-on with the Trimble MX8 mobile spatial imaging system and KOREC UAV portfolio.

The KOREC Technology Days are all-day events and free of charge. Delegates can find out more and register their place at www.korecknowhow.com.

First Choice – Trimble R10

30th January 2013

Land & Satellite Surveys is first UK company to invest in Trimble’s next generation R10 GNSS

KOREC is delighted to announce that the first of Trimble’s next generation R10 GNNS receivers has been delivered to Land & Satellite Surveys (L&SS) for use on the high profile London Gateway project.

The Trimble R10 is the smallest and lightest receiver in its class combining ground breaking technologies including Trimble HD-GNSS for faster and more accurate surveying, Trimble SurePoint™ electronic bubble for focus in one place and Trimble xFill™ which provides RTK coverage during connection outages.

London Gateway is being built by the Dubai-owned company DP World at a cost of £1.5bn ($2.35bn), on the site of a former oil refinery in Essex. It will be the UK’s first 21st Century major deep-sea container port and Europe’s largest logistics park.

L&SS purchased the new Trimble R10 to replace the company’s ageing Trimble 5800 GPS. The R10 receiver is 350g lighter than the old 5800 and 40% smaller which makes the overall pole and receiver much lighter and very well balanced. A new quick release feature ensures that after each use the receiver can quickly be returned to its protective case.

Mark Humphrey, Land and Engineering Surveyor, L&SS, states that he has used virtually all the new features since acquiring the R10 and cites the xFill technology that provides RTK coverage during connection outages as particularly useful along with the eBubble display which can be used instead of a traditional pole bubble to enable a clearer, easier and more accessible display for the surveyor.

Mark Humphrey said, “Currently most L&SS projects require GPS and many of the new features in the R10 will help our production and more importantly, the longevity of the receiver. Being able to use a mobile phone to connect directly to the receiver, wirelessly, to check health status and even change the radio frequency, is a great way to get connected out on site without the need of a laptop or making changes through my Trimble TSC3 logger. It’s fair to say that the advanced technology in this receiver will ensure that its performance will actually get even better, especially when the Galileo satellites become live, and keep it ahead of the game for many years to come.”

Gary Ryan, Engineer, DPW London Gateway, said “Land & Satellite Surveys are contracted to support the many divisions of DP World and aid in all matters on such a large project. This can range from setting out, to volumetric surveys and calculations, CAD drawings, As-Built surveys and machine control models. Land & Satellite Surveys has become a key member within the DP World team, liaising closely with all other contractors on site and the introduction of the Trimble GNSS technology has meant that instant information can be gathered and presented in a very short time, increasing productivity all round.”

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Images: Mark Humphrey of Land & Satellite Surveys Ltd with the new Trimble R10 on the London Gateway site.

KOREC Group, Ireland, supports Simon

18th January 2013

KOREC Group, Ireland, is delighted to announce that it has pledged to raise €3500 during 2013 for The Simon Communities of Ireland. KOREC aims to support the charity through funds raised by staff and customers, the donation of gifts and by volunteering with Simon.
The Simon Communities of Ireland provide the best possible care, accommodation and support for people experiencing homelessness and those at risk. Together, with people who are homeless, Simon tackles the root causes, promotes innovative responses and urges the government to fulfill their commitments.

Simon delivers support and service to between 4,500 and 5,000 individuals and families who experience – or are at risk of – homelessness on an annual basis.

General Manager, KOREC Group, Ireland, Helen Gilmartin said, “This is excellent for staff morale and a fantastic opportunity for us to involve our company with a charity that is making a real difference in the lives of some of the most vulnerable and marginalised people in Ireland. The staff at KOREC are committed to doing their very best for Simon and the fund raising has already begun.”

Simon Community National Spokesperson Niamh Randall said “ We are delighted to be working with KOREC Group, Ireland on this partnership and we look forward to an exciting year ahead. In Simon we are seeing an increase in the number of people turning to our services , it is partnerships such as this one with KOREC Group which makes it possible for our work to continue and help those most in need.”
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Irish Geomatics Student wins big in Las Vegas!

14th January 2013

Generous gift of Trimble’s next-generation R10 GNSS for Dublin Institute of Technology

KOREC is delighted to announce that thanks to recent graduate, David Hyland, Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT), was presented today with a gift of Trimble’s next-generation R10 GNSS for use by its students of geomatics and spatial information. David won the International Trimble Dimensions 2012 Student Paper Competition. The prize included a trip to Las Vegas to present his paper at Trimble’s Dimensions 2012 conference, and a donation of the Trimble R10 for his home institution.

Sean Higgins, one of KOREC’s Surveying Solutions Consultants based in Dublin explained that the purpose of the Trimble University Program is to develop and maintain strong relationships between colleges such as DIT Bolton Street and Trimble and its distributors. The Program assists the educational process by making Trimble products available at special discounted prices, and providing a high level of training and technical support.

Anthony Millsof Trimble Navigation Europe Ltd, who travelled to Dublin to make the presentation to DIT, said “The student competition is an opportunity for Trimble to engage with the next generation of surveyors internationally. I’m delighted that the premier surveying institution in Ireland was successful on this occasion, with a very strong entry from David.”

The Trimble R10 GNSS is the company’s latest precision instrument, designed to be light and durable, providing surveyors with fast accurate measurements in all terrains, including where there is limited connectivity. It is the first of its kind to be delivered in Ireland.

Accepting the gift on behalf of DIT and the Department of Spatial Information Services, Professor Brian Norton, President of DIT, said “The desire for information about location and place in three dimensions is advancing at a rapid pace. As the only provider in Ireland of undergraduate education in geomatics, surveying and geographical systems, it is really important for our students in DIT to keep abreast of the latest technology in their field. We are very grateful to Trimble for this generous gift, and very proud of our recent graduate David Hyland who made this happen through winning the 2012 International Trimble Student competition!”

David Hyland, from Co. Cork, is the first Irish person to win the prestigious competition. David was flown to Las Vegas last November to attend the Trimble Dimensions 2012 Conference where he presented his innovative work on An Assessment of Ocean Tide Loading on Network RTK and Mitigation Methods in Ireland. The technology conference attracts more than 3500 participants, and includes presentations from professionals and academics on how new technology can transform architecture and design, construction and infrastructure, mapping and GIS, mining, positioning, surveying, utilities and energy.

David’s competition entry was based on his final year thesis, supervised by Dr. Audrey Martin FSCSI FRICS in the Department of Spatial Information Sciences at DIT. Adding her thanks to Trimble and to David, Dr. Martin said “This was the first time a student from DIT has entered this competition and while David was an undergraduate, the competition was also open to postgraduate students. We are really proud of his achievement and although David has graduated, this piece of equipment will be of huge value to current students of Geomatics at DIT.”

David carried out his very detailed research into ocean tide loading at Castletownbere, West Cork. He was conferred with a BSc in Geomatics from DIT at the Conferring Ceremony for the College of Engineering and Built Environment in St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Saturday 3^rd November. He is now working as a professional Geomatics Surveyor with Murphy Surveys Ireland.

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Image: From left to right Anthony Mills, David Hyland (with the Trimble R10), Dr Audrey Martin

KOREC supports CRASH

3rd December 2012

KOREC is pleased to announce that it has become a patron partner of CRASH, the construction and property industry’s charity for homeless people.

For over 40 years KOREC has been dedicated to providing customers with the best possible surveying and mapping and machine control solutions, a commitment which we are delighted to now be sharing with our industry’s charity, CRASH.

CRASH focuses on improving buildings that offer help and shelter to homeless people across the UK by providing professional expertise, supplying free materials and awarding cash grants. The charity encourages its industry leading patron companies to get directly involved matching their expertise to the needs of a particular homelessness project. This unique, practical approach means that vital renovations and developments of emergency night shelters, day centres and hostels can be carried out to a high standard. As a result safe, sustainable and welcoming places are created where vulnerable people can seek help.

CRASH helps an average of 85 homelessness charities a year resulting in hundreds of people not having to sleep rough on streets throughout the UK.

KOREC Group Chief Executive Alan Browne said, “Over the coming 12 months KOREC’s commitment to CRASH will include fund raising, support for any member of the KOREC team to supply time to this worthwhile cause and the loan of relevant equipment to other patron partners for use on specific CRASH projects. We are very excited to be able to contribute both as an organisation and as individuals to our industry’s charity for homeless people.”

“We are delighted to welcome KOREC as a new patron partner for CRASH,” said Chief Executive Francesca Roberts. “As we face another challenging year ahead with increasing requests for help, it is wonderful to know KOREC are willing to commit not just funds, but their industry expertise. We look forward to working in partnership to help change the lives of homeless men and women throughout the UK.”

KOREC announces 5 further Trimble Express Days

8th August 2012

Following the success of the ‘Technology Days with Trimble Express’ events held in May at the ICE in London and the Carton House Hotel in Dublin, KOREC is delighted to announce dates and locations for five further surveying and mapping events in the UK.

These days, supported by Trimble, will be held in prestigious locations running in Surrey on Wednesday 5^th September, Cheshire on Thursday 13^th September, Yorkshire on Tuesday 18^th September, Somerset on Monday 24^th September and Cambridgeshire on Wednesday 3^rd October. An additional mapping only event will be held in Scotland on Wednesday 12^th September.

Each event has been developed and designed in response to KOREC’s customer feedback surveys and will provide plenty of opportunities for practical hands-on sessions, the latest tips and hints to improve productivity and KOREC experts on hand to discuss specific customer needs.

KOREC’s Trimble Express days are all-day events, include lunch, and are free of charge. Delegates can find out more and register their place at www.korecknowhow.com

KOREC to launch ‘hands-on’ Trimble Machine Control Operator Training at Hillhead 2012

17th May 2012

KOREC is delighted to announce that it will be using this year’s Hillhead Exhibition in June to launch the first of its hands-on Machine Control Training Courses.

The Trimble GCS900 Machine Control Training Course has been developed in collaboration with Trimble and will be a two-day site based, course aimed at Machine Operators.

In a move away from web based training, the course will be led on-site by a KOREC instructor to ensure a more robust training experience for Operators. This practical approach will allow those attending to see systems and machines first hand and in a context relevant to the way they work. The course will be predominantly hands-on and assessment, including a short written test paper, will be made in person by the trainer.

This KOREC/Trimble course has been developed to provide the Operator with proof of expertise on the Trimble GCS900 system and to provide the Contractor with a certified worker equipped to get the best out of a machine and capable of efficient correction of the type of issues that can cause down time on a site.

Oliver Brooks, KOREC Technical Director said, “We are launching this course because we feel there is a need to provide a registry of certified Trimble GCS Operators, both for the Operator’s benefit and the Contractor community. This KOREC/Trimble training collaboration will ensure that both the content and the delivery of all our Operator Training courses will be relevant and of a high quality.”

Brett Humphrys, Trimble Global Services General Manager, said, “By utilising their in-house Trimble Certified Trainer, KOREC is able to ensure that their course instruction meets the highest Trimble standards. We are pleased with KOREC’s leadership and initiative in creating this program and it is a reflection of their dedication to creating a more efficient and highly trained contractor community.”

KOREC will be at Hillhead on Stand W20, near to the Quarry Face Demonstration Zone

About KOREC

KOREC is one of Trimble’s largest distributors worldwide, providing single source supply for advanced GPS solutions to the Construction, Surveying and GIS Mapping Industries. KOREC offers the widest choice of Trimble productivity solutions in the UK, from Automatic Levels to Robotic Total Stations, as well as a wide range of consumables and field accessories.

We have Regional Service and Training Centres across the UK and Ireland and are able to offer our customers a highly responsive local service with the full backing and resources of an international company.

www.korecgroup.com

About Trimble Training

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KOREC expands its UAV offering with Aibotix Partnership

19th April 2012

KOREC is delighted to announce that under a new agreement with Germany based Aibotix, a leading innovator in the field of hexacopters, KOREC will be an Aibotix ‘Premier Partner’ and the sole UK and Irish distributor of their multicopter Aibot X6.

The Aibot X6 will broaden KOREC’s offering in the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) market and compliment KOREC’s existing static wing UAV solution, the SenseFly SwingletCAM.

UAVs offer a cost effective and environmentally friendly alternative to manned aerial surveys, reduce the need for long planning cycles and provide a fast turnaround of data.

The Aibot X6 is built out of ultra-light carbon fibre reinforced plastic to protect each of the Aibot’s six propellers and can fly up to 30 minutes on a single battery charge. Easy to use, the Aibot X6 is operated remotely via a standard Tablet-PC and no specialist knowledge of flying model aircrafts is required. Using elements of Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing Software combined with special sensors, the multicopter Aibot X6 guarantees collision protection, crash safety and easy operation. Take-off and landing are fully automated and can be undertaken within a 3m diameter.

With its rugged design, the Aibot X6 can mount any camera up to 2kg in weight, including specialist SLR (single-lens reflex), infra-red and Lidar cameras, which further extend its usage. The Aibot X6 also offers a special camera housing with automatic pitch and roll compensation to ensure blur free images. This is backed up with high resolution video and live images with FPV (first person view).

Its rotary construction makes it particularly suitable for near distance applications such as structural inspections, the monitoring of civil infrastructures and working under bridges as well as the more traditional areas of mapping and aerial surveys.

KOREC CEO, Alan Browne said, “Growth in the UAV market underlines the rapid evolution of data collection technology that we have seen in recent years. Our UAV experience has allowed us to see at close hand how the market has opened up, particularly for industrial and inspection applications. The rotary construction of the Aibot X6 makes it the perfect tool for this type of application and, without doubt, will encourage further growth in the take up and development of UAV technology.”

Jöerg Lamprecht, one of three Managing Directors at Aibotix, said “KOREC’s technical and marketing expertise in the UAV sector make it a perfect fit as a Premier Partner for Aibotix and we look forward to working together in furthering the use of this innovative and exciting technology within the industry.”

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KOREC announces Technology Days in UK and Ireland

28th March 2012

KOREC is delighted to announce the dates and venues for three Technology Days, all part of the Trimble Express road show, in the UK and Ireland. The London event will be held on Tuesday May 22nd at One Great George Street in London, home to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Belfast event will be held on Thursday 10^th May at The Culloden Estate & Spa and the Dublin event on Tuesday 15^th May at The Carton House Hotel.

The theme of these days is ‘Innovation’ and will see KOREC joined by a team of Trimble’s technical experts who will participate in Q&A sessions as well as providing updates on new technology for surveyors, engineers, GIS and geospatial professionals.

The UK and Ireland’s surveyors have long been credited as being both receptive to new technology and adept at turning this technology into productive and income generating tools for their business. KOREC’s Technology Days reflect this and have been designed to pull together innovative survey products from a range of worldwide sources and showcase practical examples of how this technology is already being used successfully in the UK and Ireland.

The days will also include two breakout ‘Get the KNOW HOW’ Q&A sessions to ensure that delegates have the time and opportunity to discuss Trimble developments and other featured technology such as the Faro Focus3D Laser Scanner and Sensefly’s SwingletCAM, with experts within the field.

The KOREC Technology Days are all-day events and free of charge. Delegates can find out more and register their place at www.korecknowhow.com.

KOREC returns to ScotPlant

22nd March 2012

KOREC is delighted to announce that it will be exhibiting on Stand No.7, Avenue F at this year’s ScotPlant event in Edinburgh.

The KOREC team will be on hand to chat about the full range of KOREC systems and services including Trimble Machine Control and Laser Display systems, Nikon and Spectra Precision construction instruments and Trimble’s SPS range of Site Positioning Systems for measuring, setting out, checking and inspecting. The SPS range includes GNSS receivers, Total Stations, Site Controller Software and the TSC3 logger.

The KOREC stand will also be showcasing Cleveland Land Services’ mini grader fitted with Trimble’s GCS900 2D grade control system.The mini grader can fit through a 5 foot opening making it suitable for grading inside of commercial buildings, and has an outside turning radius of just 9 feet.

Also on the stand is Spectra Precision’s new UL633 Universal Laser. The UL633 is the first construction laser allowing total automatic control of all three axes (X/Y/Z) and is appropriate for all applications.

ScotPlant will be held on Friday 27th and Saturday 28^th April 2012 at Ingliston, Edinburgh. Opening hours :
Friday, 9am til 5pm and Saturday, 9am til 4pm.

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CRASH helps an average of 85 homelessness charities a year resulting in hundreds of people not having to sleep rough on streets throughout the UK.