Geodetic Press Release - November 6, 2006 - Geodetic Systems to Host V-STARS International User Group Meeting on January 24-26, 2007 at the Melbourne Beach Hilton in Melbourne, Florida
P R E S S R E L E A S E Geodetic Systems Press Contact: Belinda Jones, HiTech Marketing llc, 860-767-9506, belinda.jones@hitechmarketing.com Link to press release: http://www.geodetic.com/pr/index.asp?aID=240 Geodetic Systems to Host V-STARS International User Group Meeting on January 24-26, 2007 at the Melbourne Beach Hilton in Melbourne, Florida Metrology Professionals from Around the World Convene for Single Largest Gathering of Photogrammetry Users Melbourne, FL -- November 6, 2006 -- Geodetic Systems, Inc (GSI), a leading provider of portable 3D coordinate measurement systems, announced today the company will host its 5th International V-STARS User Group conference at the Melbourne Beach Hilton, in Melbourne, Florida on January 24-26, 2007. V-STARS users, value-added resellers, and global distributors from the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia will join Geodetic Systems to learn about the latest advances in non-contact measurement technology and industrial photogrammetry. GSI exclusively develops and markets the V-STARS photogrammetry systems used by manufacturers and scientists worldwide. V-STARS measurement solutions are used to capture high precision measurements in the most demanding settings (inside or outside), where variable conditions like vibration, movement and temperature are major roadblocks for other metrology devices. John D. Brown, president of Geodetic Systems, Inc., will discuss the company's vision for future research and development of industrial photogrammetry. Gary Johanning, Vice President, will moderate the three-day event and officiate during productivity-based events such as round tables, presentations, business building activities, and Q & A sessions. Geodetic Systems is renowned as the leading solution provider in the field of industrial photogrammetry. V-STARS is utilized for 3D coordinate measurement and inspection applications in diverse industries such as aerospace, automotive, shipbuilding, power generation, antennas, and space hardware, and more. GSI will conduct workshops to demonstrate their state-of-the-art INCA3 photogrammetric camera, which merges a proven ultra-high-resolution CCD sensor with a powerful, compact PC-based computer. The high precision camera is best suited for in-place measurement and inspection of large objects. The workshops will also cover Automated Repeatability Measurement (ARM) software and the PRO-SPOT target projector, which generates fast, accurate, dense, non-contact measurements on large surfaces such as molds, master models, panels, antennas and other components. Attendees will get a personal copy of GSI's informational DVD featuring live video of their V-STARS technology in action at customer sites. For more information on GSI's 2007 International User Group, please contact Russell Morrison at 321-724-6831. What is Metrology? What is Photogrammetry? The science of measurement is known as the field of metrology. Engineers, manufacturers, scientists, and quality control technicians utilize measurement technology in their own unique disciplines. Photogrammetry is a three-dimensional coordinate measuring technique that uses photographs as the fundamental medium for metrology. GSI offers the most comprehensive product line based on industrial photogrammetry in the marketplace. About Geodetic Systems, Inc. Geodetic Systems, Inc. (GSI) is an international supplier of industrial photogrammetry solutions for the industrial measurement/ metrology marketplace. GSI develops and markets the V-STARS family of 3D coordinate measurement systems for users involved in measurement and inspection applications in diverse industries such as aerospace, power generation, automotive, and shipbuilding. INCA3, the company's flagship product, is a state-of-the-art digital photogrammetry camera with many progressive features. GSI distributes its products via a worldwide network of industry partners. Founded in 1977, the privately-held company is located in Melbourne, Florida. For more information, GSI can be reached at 321-724-6831 or visit their website at http://www.geodetic.com. -30- ___________________________ INCA3, V-STARS, Picture Perfect Measurements are trademarks or registered trademarks of Geodetic Systems, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.