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News Release from: Leica Geosystems | Subject: Leica DISTO range
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 15 November 2005
Leica DISTO hand-held laser distance
meters
Leica Geosystems, the pioneers of hand-held laser measuring technology have just introduced their new groundbreaking Leica DISTO range.
Those visitors to the Buildingtalk website that have to measure as part of their daily job, will be excited to hear that Leica Geosystems, the pioneers of hand-held laser measuring technology have just introduced their new groundbreaking Leica DISTO range For more than 10 years, the Leica DISTO range of hand-held laser measurers have been helping trade professionals in the plumbing, architectural, building and flooring sectors, to name but a few, to accurately, quickly and easily measure distances, areas and volumes
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 30 Jul 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Whether building or renovating a house, putting together a quotation, or working on a specific job, trade professionals need quick and accurate measurements.
The Leica DISTO enables them to achieve this and by saving time when measuring, their productivity is increased and ensures that they stay ahead of the competition.
In the segment of craftsmen, PHV, real estate and architects, Leica DISTO is the first choice worldwide.
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A recent study showed that Leica DISTO is trusted by more than three quarters of a million trade professionals worldwide.
The impressive key achievements of the new Leica DISTO range are:.
* Revolutionary size * Cutting-edge functionality * Ease of use * Outstanding ergonomics and appealing design * Superior measuring performance in terms of reflectorless range, accuracy, speed and reliability.
The new Leica DISTO range consists of three devices:.
Leica DISTO A3 - The smallest.
The A3's most impressive feature, apart from its ease of operation, is its revolutionary size and weight, some 60% smaller by volume in size and a weight reduction by more than half compared to its predecessor.
It is now truly a pocket size instrument.
Measurement range is from 5 centimetres up to 100 metres, with an accuracy of + 3 millimetres.
The A3's features, include a calculator function for addition and subtraction of measurements, a continuous measuring function with both the minimum and maximum distances displayed simultaneously, together with a memory function for measurement recall.
Leica DISTO A5 - The most versatile.
The A5 has a revolutionary ergonomic design, incorporating a soft rubber grip, fold away multifunctional end-piece and a much-improved integrated viewfinder.
Again size and weight of the A5 is much reduced from its predecessor.
The A5 successfully combines sophistication with a high level of user friendliness.
Measurement range is from 5 centimetres up to 200 metres, with an accuracy of + 2 millimetres.
A unique feature of the A5 when using the volume function, is that the instrument will automatically calculate the perimeter and total wall areas of square or rectangular rooms.
The new multi-functional end piece allows the unit to measure accurately from a square edge, as well as from corners.
Leica DISTO Plus - The ultimate in measuring Beside these two new products the current Leica DISTO plus completes the new range.
With its integrated Bluetooth Technology and the provided free software "PlusXL" and "PlusDraw", it is still the benchmark in the market for customers who want to optimize their workflow through wireless data transfer.
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