by Kyle Molyneux | Tue 18 Apr 2023
‘Game-changing’ 3D collision safety solution
Leica Geosystems (part of Hexagon) has announced a ‘game-changing’ 3D collision safety solution integration with Xwatch Safety Solutions. Leica Geosystems and Xwatch Safety Solutions have jointly developed a new solution to safeguard construction assets and infrastructure on site. The two systems are connected by a CAN bus communication channel to create one of the world’s first solutions for safety and productivity in a 3D world.
This system is unique to Xwatch and Leica. The revolutionary combined solution will allow users to create or import 3D avoidance zones above and below the surface area, directly within the Leica MC1 machine control software. The operator can quickly create or import avoidance zones in the in-cabin Leica MCP80 panel, which will then trigger the hydraulic functions of the excavator to slow down or even stop once approaching these danger zones.
From an operator's point of view, the system is reportedly very easy to use and has the ability to ‘kill’ the motion of the machine’s tracks so it cannot breach environmental sites, power cables, drainage. Other critical avoidance areas include overhead obstructions such as powerlines, underground services, and operations in close proximity to pedestrian walkways, live carriageways and public roads.
This new solution not only improves safety for construction workers and pedestrians around busy work sites, but also protects existing and newly built infrastructure. In addition, the system safeguards construction assets which if interrupted, have a significant potential for generating extra costs and delays. This solution is made possible by combining the state-of-the-art Leica MC1 machine control software and the top-of-the-line XW5 Series from Xwatch Safety solutions.
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