LIVERMORE, Calif. February 2, 2009 Topcon Positioning System™s (TPS) new expanded series of high-quality, affordable machine control laser sensors the LS-B100, LS-B110, LS-B110W and the RD-100W – offer modern new designs and increased functionality.

Replacing the LS-B2 and B4 models, the new series provides the tightest accuracy and largest working range of machine control receivers in the market today.  The LS-B100 series is ideal for dozers, box blades, excavators & backhoes, Murray Lodge, TPS vice president of construction sales, said. “The LS-B100 series receivers™ unique features, such as on-grade matching and wireless capability, offer unmatched performance on any job site.”

A key feature of the LS-B100 sensor series is each unit is easy to move from machine to machine, Lodge said.  If all you need is an ˜Indicate Only™ style of sensor, then the LS-B100 is the receiver of choice. The 110/110W models can be an ˜Indicate™ sensor or run as an ˜Automatic™ machine control system, when combined with a Topcon control box.

The RD-100W receiver allows for in cab on-grade matching and on-grade accuracy adjustments (dead band) and 2-way communication between the receiver and the remote display.

Features found in the LS-B100 family include:

- Large working range;

- Most accurate receiving resolution;

- Wireless display capability;

- On-grade matching function;

- Plumb indication;

- CAN compatible;

- Four selectable dead bands; and

- Universal pole clamp.

The units utilize rechargeable or alkaline batteries.