by Richard Cosgrove | Thu 30 Oct 2025
Develon and Leica Geosystems expand 3D machine control availability to all 9 Series crawler excavators
Develon and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, have announced that the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution is now available as an aftermarket kit for all Develon 9 Series Crawler Excavators. Thanks to their continuous collaboration, this advanced system is specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with Develon's existing 2D sensors and calibration systems, ensuring a smooth and efficient upgrade to 3D technology for customers across the entire 9 Series lineup.
At the heart of the Series 9 excavators is an advanced, open control architecture that allows effortless real-time communication between the excavator’s built-in sensors and Leica Geosystems’ 3D machine control systems.
Through this control-level integration, operators can access Leica Geosystems’ precise 3D automation while continuing to benefit from Develon’s industry-leading 2D technologies, including Virtual Wall for defining safe operation boundaries, Weighing System for real-time load measurement, and Advanced Lift Assist for enhanced lifting stability.
Upgrading to 3D has never been easier. Customers simply install the Leica MC1 3D aftermarket kit, and with the Series 9 controller managing communication between internal and external systems, 3D enhancements are faster, simpler, and more cost-effective than ever.
"By expanding the availability of the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution to all 9 Series crawler excavators, Develon is reinforcing its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction,” says Stephane Dieu, Product Manager for Develon in Europe.
“This partnership seamlessly integrates the advanced capabilities of Develon’s 2D systems with Leica Geosystems’ 3D technology. With an efficient installation and calibration process, this collaboration empowers customers to work smarter and achieve results faster,” says Neil Williams, President of the Machine Control Division at Leica Geosystems.
By merging Develon’s control technology with 3D solutions, the Series 9 ecosystem becomes smarter, more flexible, and better connected — ready to elevate construction sites worldwide.
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