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Engcon and RodRadar partner to enhance on-site construction automation and safety

Engcon, a global manufacturer of tiltrotators, has announced a strategic collaboration with RodRadar, the developers of Live Dig Radar (LDR), a patented technology designed for real-time underground utility strike avoidance.

The machine coupler solution is expected to be available in Q1 2025 The machine coupler solution is expected to be available in Q1 2025 (Photo: Engcon)

The partnership will integrate RodRadar’s innovative LDR system with Engcon’s quick couplers and tiltrotators, providing a solution for contractors, utilities, and municipalities. 

RodRadar’s LDR technology is said to improve excavator operations by enabling the real-time detection and avoidance of underground utility infrastructure during excavation, eliminating the need for off-site or offline expert analysis. The technology is integrated into the LDR Excavate digging bucket and is supported by an in-cabin operator display unit.

“This collaboration is fantastic news for our end customers,” said Sam Ryan, regional director and global OEM manager at Engcon. “By integrating our advanced tiltrotator technology with RodRadar’s Live Dig Radar, we’re enabling safer, automated, and more efficient digging operations while significantly reducing time and costs on-site.”

The solution is said to enable contractors to upgrade their Engcon DC2 and DC3 systems with EC-Oil technology, which will allow for seamless compatibility with the RodRadar LDR system. The machine coupler solution is expected to be available in Q1 2025. 

The solution for the tiltrotator will be released later in the year.

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