LAS VEGAS, March 8, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble
(NASDAQ:TRMB) announced today that it is collaborating with DAQRI
to integrate the DAQRI Smart Helmet with Trimble's mixed-reality
application suite to enable outdoor and on-site support for the
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AECO) and
natural resources markets. The collaboration is part of Trimble's
Mixed-Reality Pilot Program.
Live demonstrations of Trimble's mixed-reality applications
running on the DAQRI Smart Helmets will be showcased at ConExpo
2017, one of the world's largest international exhibitions for the
construction industry. Trimble is located in the Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall
#N-12067.
The progress made with mixed-reality technology and its
potential to transform on-site workflows has placed increased
demands on wearable technology, which comply with safety
regulations. Integrated with Trimble mixed-reality solutions, the
DAQRI Smart Helmet can provide the needed requirements and help to
improve work efficiency and safety in construction sites, off-shore
facilities and mining environments.
"Mixed reality enables our customers to interact with digital
content in the context of the physical environment. Our customers
would like to extend the use of this technology as part of their
day-to-day on-site work. It is our mission and part of our hardware
agnostic approach to provide them a variety of solutions, which
support their needs," said Aviad
Almagor, director of Trimble's Mixed-Reality Program.
DAQRI Smart Helmet is designed to work in enterprise settings
and displays real-time information based on the user's
surroundings. "We are very excited to collaborate with Trimble and
to showcase the DAQRI Smart Helmet at ConExpo," said Roy Ashok, DAQRI's chief product officer.
"DAQRI's proprietary, augmented-reality technologies and Trimble's
mature set of mixed-reality applications can enable workers to be
safer and more productive in the field. In addition, this
collaboration will enable DAQRI to enter new markets and accelerate
the implementation of our vision."
About DAQRI
DAQRI is a world's leading enterprise augmented-reality (AR)
company with a vision to bring AR everywhere. The company's
flagship product, DAQRI Smart Helmet, improves safety and
efficiency for industrial workers. DAQRI was founded in 2010 by
Brian Mullins, and is headquartered
in Los Angeles with offices in the
UK, Ireland and Austria. To learn more, visit:
www.daqri.com.
About Trimble's Mixed-Reality Pilot Program
Trimble's Mixed-Reality Pilot Program provides visionary
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AECO)
companies an opportunity to experience how mixed-reality technology
can transform the way they work. Working together with Trimble,
pilot participants can explore and utilize mixed reality in their
projects to improve team communication, data interpretation and
collaboration during the design development and pre-construction
stages of their projects. As part of the program, Trimble provides
training and implementation support on Microsoft HoloLens and
Trimble mixed-reality solutions.
About Trimble
Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering
products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds.
Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data
analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety
and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise
lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are
transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture,
construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics. For more
information about Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB), visit:
www.trimble.com.
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