AgJunction Core Technology Center Stage at AGRITECHNICA 2013 with Introduction of New CLAAS Guidance Terminals
CLAAS Agrosystems KGaA mbH & Co KG will showcase two new guidance control terminals during AGRITECHNICA 2013, both of which integrate key hardware and software technology developed by AgJunction.
HIAWATHA, KS, Nov. 11, 2013 /CNW/ - (TSX: AJX)-- AgJunction, a leading provider of innovative hardware and software solutions for precision agriculture today announced that CLAAS Agrosystems KGaA mbH & Co KG ("CLAAS"), one of its major OEM Solutions customers, will introduce the CLAAS S7 and CLAAS S10 guidance control terminals which integrate key hardware and software technology developed by AgJunction at this year's AGRITECHNICA show November 12-16 in Hanover, Germany.
CLAAS will formally announce the two new terminals at the show and will be highlighting key features of each new platform.
The CLAAS S7 is being introduced with numerous additional features, including AgJunction's dual-frequency GNSS receiver integrated into the terminal housing, configurable for RTK, OmniSTAR® and GLONASS applications and seamless integration with GPS Pilot autosteer systems.
The CLAAS S10 will feature a 10.4 inch high resolution touch screen developed by AgJunction and full compatibility with GPS Pilot autosteer, an AgJunction OEM solution developed for CLAAS. In addition, the S10 will add advanced features and abled by AgJunction's OEM Solutions including reference line management, adaptive AB contour, and enhanced auto turn features.
Also enabled by AgJunction Solutions, the S10 will also feature ISOBUS universal terminal capability and integration with CLAAS PROFI CAM, allowing users to connect up to 4 vehicle cameras in parallel. The CLAAS Section View feature will also be available with the S10 terminal.
CLAAS is introducing the S7 and S10 as featured new technologies in its EASY - "Efficient Agricultural Systems by CLAAS" platform which also includes a new, full feature machine telematics website and smartphone apps for both iOS and Android operating systems.
Highlights, video and additional information regarding the CLAAS product announcement can be found at http://www.claas.co.uk/fascination-claas/special-topics/agritechnica-2013/new-product-developments/easy
"We have enjoyed a long relationship with CLAAS," said Rick Heiniger, President and CEO of AgJunction. "This announcement illustrates a deeper level of strategic commitment to technology leadership by both our Companies."
"In only 8 months our engineering collaboration has addressed the specific features and quality requirements to make the S7 and S10 a reality for CLAAS platforms," added Heiniger.
The S7 and S10 control terminals will be available during Spring 2014. The official CLAAS release can be found here: http://www.claas.co.uk/company/aktuell/press-releases/easy---now-with-increased-mobility-and-comfort/244090
About AgJunction
AgJunction, Inc. provides innovative hardware and software applications for precision agriculture worldwide. The Company holds numerous patents and markets its products and services under leading brand names including Outback Guidance®, Satloc®, and AgJunction® Cloud Services. AgJunction supports advanced farming practices and enables seamless data connectivity among growers and their agricultural service providers. The Company is headquartered in Hiawatha, Kansas, with facilities in Arizona, Pennsylvania, Manitoba and Queensland, Australia. AgJunction is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol "AJX" and is one of the TSX Cleantech designated companies. For more information, please go to www.agjunction.com.
OmniSTAR® is a registered trademark of Trimble Navigation, Ltd.
SOURCE: Agjunction Inc.
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