Leica Press Release - October 31, 2005 - Leica Geosystems Launches Complete Lineup of New Laser Tracker Systems

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Leica Geosystems Launches Complete Lineup of New Laser Tracker Systems

Improved Tracker Accuracy and Extended Measurement Range
Ideally Suited for a Wide Array of Industrial Applications

Unterentfelden, Switzerland - October 31, 2005 --The Metrology Division 
of Leica Geosystems announced today the immediate availability of a new 
lineup of Leica Laser Trackers with class-leading accuracy, unmatched 
dependability, and a slew of new and improved features.

The new lineup starts with the LT640 Leica Laser Tracker, optimized for 
corner cube reflector inspection within a measurement volume of up to 
40m (131ft). LTD640 is LT640's Absolute Distance Meter sibling, whose 
ADM technology allows for reliable automatic beam capture resulting in 
faster measurement processes.

LTD706, Leica Geosystems' short-range laser tracker, is intended for 
Portable CMM jobs within a measurement radius of 6m (20ft) with the 
Leica T-Probe and Leica T-Scan, as well as with a corner cube reflector.

LTD709 was tailor-made to match the needs of customers in the automotive 
industry, offering a measurement radius of up to 9m (30ft) with PCMM 
applications, an increase of 25 percent over the model it replaces. At 
the same time, LTD709 boasts a measurement volume of 25m (82ft) when 
used with a corner cube reflector.

LTD840 is the undisputed touchstone for aerospace PCMM applications, 
with a probing measurement range of up to 15m (49ft), which translates 
into a measurement volume of up to 30m (98ft) when used with a Leica 
T-Probe, enabling manufacturers to conduct demanding wireless probing of 
very large parts with just one setup. Plus, LTD840's measurement range 
reaches a full 40m (131ft) when used with a corner cube reflector.

Leica T-Probe II, the second version of Leica Geosystems' "Walk-Around" 
solution for armless and wireless probing, is also being released. Leica 
T-Probe II highlights include improved accuracy, a ten-fold increase in 
the point rate output, and user-assignable multi-function buttons.

Leica T-Scan continues being the only technically mature, fully 
developed high-speed hand scanner on the PCMM market, and carries a 
number of evolutionary refinements to its hardware and ergonomics.

"With the launch of our new lineup of Leica Laser Trackers and the 
continued development of Leica T-Probe and Leica T-Scan, we have 
actively responded to the needs of our customers, giving them a broad 
choice in selecting a laser tracking system appropriate for their 
applications," says Daniel Moser, Product Manager, Metrology Division. 
"For example, we now offer a laser tracker whose design is a direct 
result of honoring the wishes of our automotive sector customers. The 
emphasis with the entire Leica Laser Tracker system is on the word 
'system' because our Portable CMM products seamlessly integrate into the 
Leica Laser Tracker solution. In focusing our attention on our users, we 
have not only covered both ends of the requirements spectrum but 
everything else in-between as well."

The new lineup of Industrial Metrology products from Leica Geosystems 
will be on full display at the upcoming Euromold Show in Frankfurt in 
Germany between November 30th and December 3rd, 2005.

About the Metrology Division of Leica Geosystems
The Metrology Division of Leica Geosystems is a global supplier of 
comprehensive hardware and software packages to the industrial metrology 
market. These products integrate with popular CAD programs, various 
build-and-inspect tools, and reverse engineering software. Using 
state-of-the-art laser technology, Leica's industrial measurement 
products make quality control, part mating, assembly and construction of 
large and small parts easier and more accurate than ever. Leica's laser 
tracker technology is most widely used, with over 1,600 installations 
worldwide. In addition there are about 1,500 Industrial Theodolite 
Systems in use, which customers confirm are the most accurate in their 
category.

Leica Geosystems - a portrait
With close to 200 years of pioneering solutions to measure the world, 
Leica Geosystems products and services are trusted by professionals 
worldwide to help them capture, analyze, and present spatial 
information. Leica Geosystems is best known for its broad array of 
products that capture accurately, model quickly, analyze easily, and 
visualize and present spatial information even in 3D. Those who use 
Leica products every day trust them for their dependability, the value 
they deliver, and the superior customer support. Based in Switzerland, 
Leica Geosystems is a global company with tens of thousands of customers 
supported by 2,400 employees in 21 countries and hundreds of partners 
located in more than 120 countries around the world. Leica Geosystems is 
a publicly listed company, registered with the Swiss Stock Exchange (SWX).

For further information please contact:

Press Contact:
Simona Gambini
Director Global Marketing & Communication
Leica Geosystems AG, Metrology Division
CH-5035 Unterentfelden - Switzerland
Tel:    +41 62 737 67 60 (direct)
Tel:    +41 62 737 67 67 (reception)
E-mail:    press.metrology@leica-geosystems.com
Internet:    http://www.leica-geosystems.com/metrology

U.S. Press Contact:
Belinda Jones
HiTech Marketing llc
Westbrook, CT 06498, USA
Tel:        +1 860 399 1147
E-mail:        belinda.jones@hitechmarketing.com
Internet:    www.hitechmarketing.com


Nicholas Bloch
Head of Corporate Communication & Public Relations
Leica Geosystems AG
CH-9435 Heerbrugg - Switzerland
Tel:    +41 71 727 42 52 (direct)
Tel:    +41 71 727 31 31 (reception)
E-mail:    Nicolas.Bloch@leica-geosystems.com