Xwatch Safety Solutions merges with Hexagon
01 May 2024
Hexagon, a global company focusing on digital reality solutions, has announced the acquisition of Xwatch Safety Solutions, a company that specialises in reducing risks on construction sites through innovative technology.
Xwatch Safety Solutions’ collaboration with Leica Geosystems, also a part of Hexagon, is said to have resulted in the innovative 3D Avoidance Zone system (Photo: Xwatch Safety Solution)
Xwatch Safety Solutions says that the merger combines features such as height control, slew control, and rated capacity indication (RCI) for construction plant and machinery with Hexagon’s suite of construction tools.
Xwatch Safety Solutions’ collaboration with Leica Geosystems, also a part of Hexagon, is said to have resulted in the innovative 3D Avoidance Zone system, which represents a key step towards integrating advanced safety solutions within Hexagon’s construction tools.
The integration is said to enhance proactive risk management and decision-making processes for safer construction environments.
Dan Leaney, director of sales and operations at Xwatch Safety Solutions Ltd, commented, “Joining Hexagon represents a transformative opportunity for us to push the boundaries of safety technology in the construction industry. It allows us to leverage Hexagon’s global expertise and reach, bringing our cutting-edge safety solutions to a wider audience and significantly impacting worker safety worldwide.
“We are excited about the opportunities this acquisition brings to both our companies and the construction industry as a whole. Together, we are committed to driving innovation and embracing digital transformation to ensure safer, more efficient, and sustainable construction practices globally.”
