Volvo Construction Equipment’s partnership with Unicontrol will integrate the machine control technology into Volvo excavators
Volvo Construction Equipment and Unicontrol have announced their intentions for a partnership, which will introduce the software company’s 3D machine control technology in Volvo excavators.
“We are committed to making advanced technology open, accessible and easy to use,” Volvo CE head of product management for excavators Kurt Deleu says.
Offering one interface with one set of hardware, the technology has been designed for effortless integration into Volvo excavators.
The Unicontrol 3D system will be available in select European markets later this year, with a subsequent global rollout.
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Volvo Co-Pilot will be used as the primary user interface, allowing operators to access Unicontrol 3D directly from the Co-Pilot, eliminating the need for additional monitors or hardware installations.
When customers order Co-Pilot with Dig Assist from the factory, all necessary hardware and software are installed. The only additional step needed is to activate the Unicontrol 3D application, making it easier to get started.
“CoPilot is an open platform where we welcome partners to join us in delivering innovative solutions,” Deleu says.
“Unicontrol is the latest to come on board, bringing seamless and flexible 3D machine control to our customers.
“Integrated directly into Dig Assist, this collaboration ensures greater freedom, efficiency, and simplicity – without added complexity – on every job site.”