Trimble's State-of-the-Art Mobile Spatial Imaging

13 July 2010, 4:20pm

SUNNYVALE, Calif., July 13, 2010 — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today the
Trimble® MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System, an advanced mobile data capture system
that combines imaging and laser scanning capabilities to measure objects in 3D to
produce 3D, 4D and 5D data sets for spatial imaging projects. The new Trimble MX8
Mobile Spatial Imaging System expands the scope of services that surveyors,
engineers, mapping and geospatial professionals can offer to enhance their business.

The system is ideal for as-built modeling, inventory, inspection, encroachment
analysis, and asset management for roadways, bridges, railways, utilities, and other
infrastructure.

With recent advances in the geospatial information industry, more opportunities and
applications for spatial imaging data are being identified for industries such as
transport and civil engineering, utilities and communications, natural resources
management, and government. Many of these applications use airborne information, but
would also benefit from ground-based positioning and imaging. While satellite and
aerial imaging provide exceptional overhead views and long-range details, the only
way to capture comprehensive eye-level views is from the ground. A ground-based
sensor such as the Trimble MX8 is an ideal solution that delivers centimeter
positioning accuracy, 3D measurements and video imaging—at highway speeds.

"Mobile mapping users are seeking answers to the persistent problems of
under-utilized systems and low productivity,” said Ken Spratlin, general manager of
Trimble’s GeoSpatial Division. "Trimble continues to listen to customers’ feedback
to introduce dynamic solutions that answer real-world needs today while also
equipping them for tomorrow’s challenges. In combination with Trimble’s software
workflows, the Trimble MX8 allows users to better leverage their existing workforce
and pursue new business opportunities while realizing reduced total cost of
ownership."

Fast and Accurate Spatial Data

Integrating imaging and laser scanning with advanced Global Navigation Satellite
System (GNSS) plus Inertial positioning, the Trimble MX8 collects 3D data fast and
accurately. Featuring a pod-type design, it is easily redeployed and installed on a
variety of vehicles as project demands change. A scalable system configuration and
sensor upgrade options allow owners to address their evolving needs.

Affordable Change Detection

Operating at highway speeds, the Trimble MX8 allows users to capture more frequent
updates of 3D datasets for roadway and right-of-way infrastructure. Combined with
Trimble Trident Analyst for Spatial Imaging software, automated extraction of road
signs, road geometry, break lines and lane markings reduces manual labor and
provides answers earlier in the project. Change detection between current and past
datasets allows monitoring of project progress throughout the plan, design, build
and maintain phases.

Rapid Return on Investment

Mobile imaging and laser scanning systems create immense datasets that can quickly
overwhelm manual workflows. Advanced software automation allows users to better
leverage their existing workforce and pursue new business opportunities while
realizing reduced total cost of ownership. Automated feature extraction allows
service companies and organizations to create more value for their customers and end
users by delivering answers instead of data.

Availability

The Trimble MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System is expected to be available in the
third quarter of 2010 through Trimble's GeoSpatial sales channels. For more
information visit the link below.

The Mobile Mapping Answers Tour

The Trimble MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System is on tour. For Mobile Mapping Answers
Tour dates, visit the link below.

Trimble MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System

Mobile Mapping Answers

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