Spectra Precision introduced the new ProFlex 800, a powerful GNSS solution with revolutionary Z-Blade GNSS-centric technology. The ProFlex 800 delivers fast and reliable RTK positioning, even in environments where GNSS signals may be difficult to acquire. Rugged and IP67 rated, the ProFlex 800 is built to withstand harsh operating conditions for a variety of positioning applications.

Spectra Precision Introduces New ProMark 800 GNSS Receiver and Survey Pro 5.0 Field Software

NUREMBURG, Germany, Sept. 26, 2011 — Spectra Precision introduced today several additions to its growing portfolio of solutions focused on mainstream surveying and construction needs.

The announcement was made today at its Worldwide Distribution Conference held in Nuremburg, Germany. The expanded product portfolio will be showcased at INTERGEO 2011, the world’s largest conference on geodesy, geoinformatics and land management.

Spectra Precision ProMark 800 GNSS Receiver

Spectra Precision, following the recent acquisition of Ashtech, now offers an expanded product line of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers. The new Spectra Precision® ProMark™ 800 receiver, using advanced Z-BLADE multi-constellation GNSS processing technology, tracks a wide range of available satellite signals including GPS, GLONASS and Galileo as well as WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS satellite-based augmentation systems. This universal GNSS receiver can be operated as a base, rover or network rover for Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) or Static field applications.

Professional GPS/GNSS Solutions

Recognized as an industry leading brand, Ashtech has been developing GNSS technology for more than 25 years. Ashtech is the creator of BLADE technology, which is a unique method for using multiple GNSS constellations for high-accuracy positioning. Ashtech also introduced the MobileMapper series of products for GIS and mapping, as well as the ProFlex™ 500 and ProMark™ series, including the ProMark 500, ProMark 200 and ProMark 100, a well-recognized GNSS land survey product line currently on the market.

The Ashtech brand has a worldwide presence and is located in Carquefou, France, with offices in Beijing, China, and Singapore, as well as affiliates in Santa Clara, Calif. and Moscow.