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Welcome Aboard, Alaa Shams!

We are excited to introduce the newest member of the Navigation Electronics, Inc. team, Alaa Shams! Alaa received a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering in 1998 from Damascus University – Syria, a Master’s degree in Computer Science in 2004 from Southern University – Baton Rouge, LA; currently pursuing another masters in Civil Engineering at Louisiana

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Trimble RealWorks – TRW 8.0.3 – What’s New?

Improved Support for Trimble TX8 Extended Range Scans –   Extended Range mode information has been added to the TZF Scan properties Improved Plane Based Registration Performance –  Improved support of Extended Range data in plane based registration – Faster algorithm performance for both standard and Extended Range when performing a plane based target-less registration.

Spectra Precision® LL100N – A New, Updated Version of the LL100

Consumers reached out to Spectra, and Spectra listened. The new LL100N has many improvements over its predecessor, the popular Spectra LL100. The fully automatic, self-leveling Spectra Precision® Laser sets a new standard in rugged reliability, handling a wide variety of general construction applications. General Overview of Improvements:  • Better Hardware. Replaced plastic threaded tripod insert

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Cyber Monday Free Shipping Special!

NEI Cyber Monday special promotion  — between now and 12/6/2013, use Coupon Code FREESHIPPING to receive free ground shipping on all domestic orders. To apply free ground shipping to your purchase, enter the coupon code in your shopping cart after selecting your products and be sure and select “Free Ground Shipping” from the shipping drop down menu.

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The New Trimble Geo 7 Series With Trimble Flightwave Technology

THE NEW TRIMBLE GEO 7 SERIES With Trimble Flightwave technology     With the Trimble® Geo 7 series  eliminate physical barriers  to field success.  Be it obstructed satellites or inaccessible locations,  geospatial professionals have what they need to succeed no matter what. Geo 7X handhelds offer two powerful technology innovations  so you stay productive when the

NEI Featured in The American Surveyor

As the digital age carries us forward, methods of surveying are constantly changing. Because of this, it can be especially challenging for schools to keep their students at the forefront of the profession. Colleges and universities that offer geomatics and surveying programs are faced with the task of balancing classic theories with new technologies. But

Trimble Announces NEW Products at INTERGEO 2013

Trimble announced new solutions and products during INTERGEO 2013! Trimble V10 Imaging Rover: An integrated camera system that precisely captures 360 degree digital panoramic images for visual documentation and measurement. The Trimble V10 Imaging Rover enables professionals in a broad range of industries—including survey, GIS, engineering, and oil & gas—to quickly capture rich, complete data of

Trimble V10 Imaging Rover

                Trimble V10 Imaging Rover                  GNSS-Surveying-Systems Click to Zoom                                                                 Survey Survey Solutions Products Products 3D Laser Scanning Trimble VX Trimble CX Trimble TX5 Trimble FX Controllers Trimble CU Controller Trimble Tablet Rugged PC Trimble TSC3 Trimble Slate Controller Data Radios Trimble TDL 450 Series Digital Levels Trimble DiNi Digital Level

LiDAR News Today: Innovation in 3D, Facial Scanning & More

Welcome. The latest edition of LiDAR Magazine is now available! Thanks to your support, we have expanded to 80+ pages. The range of articles this month is impressive—from our visit to Riegl LMS in Austria to documenting the Costa Concordia; from face scanning to 3D printing and a whole lot more. The print magazine is

SPARView

Hello SPARView readers! Augmented reality (AR) applications have really popped up across the business landscape in recent months. From Audi’s AR car manual to Ikea’s product catalog, the use of AR to boost a user’s experience is largely based in advertising but it makes you wonder what other applications are ripe for the technology. How

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Hello SPARView readers! So, there’s a new patent just approved for an aerial imaging technology that enables real-time sensor fusion. The invention is a new design for remote sensor arrays, and it appears set to usher in a new generation of mobile, miniaturized, multi-purpose 3D geoimaging sensor applications for oil & gas, mapping, and healthcare,

SPARView Newsletter

Hello   SPARView readers! Just a few   hours ago, Autodesk debuted Project Memento, a new software that creates   hi-res, watertight meshes with massive datasets for 3D printing and other   applications for the AEC market’s building information modeling (BIM) sector. Need more proof of Autodesk’s plans for 3D printing? Check this out: the

FREE Webinar: Trimble’s NEW Work Management Solution

  Join Trimble for a first look at the new Work Management solution: Trimble Work Management Sneak Preview  Thursday, August 1, 2013 at 1 pm EDT Join us for a sneak preview of Trimble’s new enhanced Work Management solution which complements your current Fleet Management solution and allows you to: Measure, manage, monitor and improve all

NEI To Exhibit at ESRI UC!

NEI’s Mapping and GIS staff will be exhibiting at the 2013 ESRI User Conference in San Diego, CA the week of July 8th.  Come find us at booth #510 and meet our knowledgeable staff.  We will also host a Q&A session to answer your product and technical questions on Wednesday July 10th @ 9:15am.

WEBINAR: Smartphones as Field Devices – Trimble’s New Terraflex Software

Whether you’re collecting information on public assets, performing environmental inspections, maintaining infrastructure, or engaging in other field data collection activities, Trimble has news you need to hear. This webinar describes how to support a mixed-fleet of field devices like Trimble Junos, as well as iPhones and Androids, to act as data collection devices. Just the Facts

Realize a New Standard for Surveying & Mapping – Live Webcast!

Don’t just visualize a new future for surveying and mapping. Realize it.                                                                                                                                                                                       Join Trimble online on Wednesday, June 19th for an announcement on the new standard we are setting                          for the surveying and mapping market that will go above and beyond the rest. Visualize…Robust. Intuitive. Safe                                                                                                                                          Can’t wait until June 19th?  Watch the videos for

Introduction to ModelBuilder Course

Introduction to ModelBuilder (July 11-12 and August 12 & 13), Norcross, GA   NEI is excited to offer this Introduction to ModelBuilder course. Geoprocessing is an essential aspect of GIS that provides the ability to analyze and process geographic data. Geoprocessing tools can be accessed in ArcGIS via ArcToolbox, ModelBuilder, or Python scripts. ArcGIS ModelBuilder

Carlson News

SurvCE 3.0 now available featuring hundreds of new features and improvements in addition to retaining its main and universal advantages, which include a simple interface, quick learning curve, and now even stronger graphics,   Carlson SurvCE 3.0 has been recently released.While SurvCE customers are encouraged to upgrade through their local dealers, Carlson has also put access to

Yuma 2 Windows 7 Professional Operating System Update

Trimble has announced a new recommended Microsoft® Windows 7 Professional Operating System update for the Yuma 2 rugged tablet computer.  Here is information to access the free update files and detailed instructions from Trimble’s Yuma 2 online Support pages: http://www.trimble.com/Outdoor-Rugged-Computers/yuma2.aspx?dtID=support. This OS update will improve the management of Windows 7 and updates several drivers. However,

“All Things GPS” Seminar – Norcross, GA

Join NEI as we discuss exciting new products, including the Trimble Positions Software Suite release and how it affects ArcGIS 10.1 users currently using Arcpad/GPScorrect/GPS Analyst.  We will be hosting a Geocache (scavenger hunt) followed by lunch provided by NEI. Our special guests will be Conrad Sinclair of Trimble Environmental Solutions Group, and Gretchen Hartley

Carlson Software Data Flow Seminar

Join NEI and Carlson Software for a seminar near you! From the field to the office, to design,  and back to the field.  This seminar is for you!  NEI   and Carlson Sofware has joined forces to offer this Data Flow seminar to you.  Suvey equipment and data collection, office survey (getting data in from the field),

Critical Information Regarding Microsoft Update and ArcGIS

      Critical Information   Regarding Microsoft Update and ArcGIS A recent Microsoft update (deployed as KB 2732673, KB 2775511, or KB 2824408) may   result in data corruption when using ArcGIS on a Windows 7 system and writing   data to remote data storage on a Windows Vista, 7, 2008/2008 R2, or 2012

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Arkansas Mapping/GIS FREE Seminar

Navigation Electronics, Inc. “Your Complete Solutions Provider” would like to invite you to a free seminar to be held at Embassy Suites Hotel Little Rock 11301 Financial Center Parkway Little Rock, AR 72211-3735 501-312-9000 May 15th, 2013 Transform the way your World Works Navigation Electronics, Inc. and Trimble Navigation introduce the latest in mobile software development; Trimble

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RD 8000 Pipe and Cable Locator: Now Available to Rent

The multifunctional RD8000 is Radiodetection’s most advanced pipe and cable locator, offering a wide choice of locate functions and advanced connectivity options. RD8000 delivers a highly controllable and reliable locate solution to service any industry, anywhere in the world.   NEI Rental Rates $900 MONTHLY $300 WEEKLY $75 DAILY

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Trimble’s NEW Yuma 2 Rugged Tablet: Free Informative Webinar

  Join us for a Webinar on April 18 It’s arrived! The original rugged tablet computer has been completely refreshed and redisigned with cutting edge functionality at an outstanding price.  Announcing the new Yuma 2 tablet computer, the tablet designed for today’s enterprise field workers. Join us as NEI and Trimble host a free informative

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Georgia GPS/GIS Team Trivia Night

Just how smart are you? Get your team together and come join our 1st NEI GPS/GIS Trivia night.  Fun starts at 6:30 on April 24th! Date: April 24, 2013; Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM Place: NEI Office 4275 Shackleford Rd., Suite 175 Norcross, GA 30093; (please park in back and enter at lower level)  

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Trimble MGIS April Newsletter

       In This Issue Trimble GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver Back in Stock Updated Trimble Positions Software Suite What is Trimble Doing for Local Government? Geospatial Solutions in Action Trimble in the News: Signed Up For Success Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office Software: Exporting File Geodatabases for Esri ArcGIS version 10.1 Conferences & Exhibitions Contact

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NEI April Roundtable Event: FREE Lunch & Learn

LiDAR: Applications for Forested Environments   Please join the staff of NEI for our April roundtable event featuring LIDAR:Applications for Forested Environments. These roundtable sessions will be held every third Tuesday of each month in which we will open our doors for you to join us in discussion on topics of interest to you.  A different topic will be discussed

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Schonstedt’s Trade-in Program

This program makes it possible for anyone who’s “tried the rest” to “own the best.” These magnetic locators have been time-tested around the world. And now you can trade in ANY magnetic locator (a Schonstedt or a competitor’s) and pocket significant savings while upgrading to the best pin finder on the planet. Contact NEI for

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Trimble Positions for ArcGIS Mobile and ArcPad 10 Webinar

Join us for a Webinar on April 3   NEI Presents: Trimble Positions for ArcGIS Mobile and ArcPad 10 Webinar will be hosted by Eric Bock with NEI and Dan Colbert with Trimble, and will cover: -Hardware and Software Compatability -Conversion/Update Options -Trimble Positions for ArcPad Demo -Trimble Positions for ArcGIS Mobile Demo   Title:

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NEI at US HYDRO in New Orleans

Join NEI in Booth #49 at US Hydro in New Orleans and see the latest solutions available from NEI!  William Poche and Brett Deshotels will be in attendance.  Stop by and see the best products in the industry from NEI, a Louisiana Company.  NEI Hydro2013 NOLA

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NEI March Roundtable Event

Navigation Electronics, Inc. “Your Complete Positioning Solution Provider” presents: Our March Roundtable Event on Locating, Mapping, & Surveying Underground Utilities Event to be held at our office: Navigation Electronics, Inc. 200 Toldeo Drive Lafayette, LA 70506 337-237-1413 Tuesday, March 19, 2013 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Refreshments Served Please join the staff of NEI for our March roundtable

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Chitimacha Louisiana Open

NEI is a proud sponsor of the LOUISIANA Chitimacha Open, Sponsoring Hole #1 of this exciting event with the new NEI logo! http://www.laopen.com/sponsors.html  

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Software Update: Trimble Access 2013.00

  Trimble Access 2013.00 Key Features Trimble Slate support Support for the new models of GNSS receiver; R8-4, R6-4, R4-3 Improved ‘finger friendly’ menu system – including shortening of some menu names Settings such as last used options and methods and prism configurations are now retained after an upgrade from version 2012.20 Surface area and

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Trimble Introduces WaterWell Monitoring Solution for Complete and Accurate Water Level Data

Trimble introduces its WaterWell Monitor solution for the collection of groundwater level data to support environmental managers and consultants, landfill owners/operators and site operators. The solution provides increased efficiency in data collection and management for monitoring water wells at landfills and remediation sites. Fast data entry, onsite verification and GPS navigation streamline the monitoring process

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NEI Rebranded

It has been almost 30 years since Charlie Poche started at NEI in 1984, and in that time we have dedicated ourselves to provide only the best products & solutions and unparalleled customer service. It is the core of our business and always will be. Now, as dependable as our ’84 Crown Victoria has been

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NEI Open House!

Navigation Electronics, Inc. Wednesday, July 25, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (CDT) Lafayette, LA

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Trimble R7 GNSS

Trimble V4.70 WINFLASH/Firmware and release notes are now available for Trimble R10, Trimble R7 and Trimble R5 Receivers. View Link Here.  

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