CERN Places Major Order for Six Additional Laser Tracking Systems with Leica Geosystems

European Particle Physics Laboratory Also Signs Long-Term Maintenance Contract for a Total of Fifteen Measurement Systems

Norcross, GA Switzerland – January 28, 2003 – The Metrology Division of Leica Geosystems announced today that CERN (Geneva, Switzerland), the world’s largest particle physics research center, has signed a contract to buy six state-of-the-art LTD500 laser tracker systems, in addition to the nine LTD500s they currently own. CERN also signed a long-term maintenance contract for all fifteen measurement systems – representing a commitment by Leica Geosystems to guarantee the quality operation of its products for a total of 48 ‘system years’. The laboratory is using the LTD500 to measure key components of its most ambitious project to date-- the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). The aim of the LHC project is to bring sub-atomic particles into head-on collisions at higher energies than ever previously achieved, and for the first time, recreate the conditions existing when the universe was born.

Several of the tracker systems will be used onsite at CERN headquarters in Geneva, where the massive new accelerator (27 kilometers in length) is being built; while other LTD500s will be delivered to various sub-contractor sites. Leica’s special ‘extended warranty’ program covers all fifteen measurement systems up until 2006 – the target date for completion of the LHC. This customized support program was designed to address CERN’s unique needs, and has been integrated into the organization’s Worldwide Service and Support Concept Agreement with Leica Geosystems, which gives both CERN and its sub-contractors access to top-level support wherever and whenever needed.

Nicholas Bloch, Director of Global Marketing and Communication for Leica Geosystems, said, “This warranty arrangement is one of the largest single user contracts ever signed by Leica Geosystems, and covers immediate repair by our Leica-trained specialists in the event of any technical failure. It also represents our superlative commitment to comprehensive service and maintenance for a total of 48 ‘system’ years.”

A CERN spokesman stated the maintenance agreement represented an insurance policy against any unexpected technical problems that could further delay completion of the LHC project, which has been set back about two years following a substantial 2001budget over-run.

“CERN’s major repeat order reflects their satisfaction with the precision and reliability of the LTD500 over the past three years,” added Niklaus Suter, Sales Manager for Leica Geosystems, Switzerland. “This positive experience gave CERN the confidence that their high precision project could only be completed in time with additional Leica Laser trackers.”

About CERN 

CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, was founded in 1954 as one of the first-ever European joint ventures. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, it is now the world’s largest particle physics research center, funded by 20 states. Since its creation, CERN has made many discoveries in particle physics, enabling a better understanding of the universe. Several CERN scientists have received prestigious awards, including Nobel Prizes. CERN’s discoveries have led to a number of inventions and practical applications in fields including cancer therapy, measuring instruments, food preservation techniques, destruction of toxic products, and information technology. Particularly famous is the World Wide Web, which started in 1989 at CERN as a distributed information system for CERN data, based on hypertext.

About Leica Geosystems 

Leica Geosystems is an internationally leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of solutions that capture, visualize, and process spatial data using the most advanced technologies in the marketplace. Leica Geosystems holds the foremost position in the world market in several high technology sectors. The company has 10 offices in the United States, and has representatives in over 100 countries worldwide. The firm’s corporate headquarters are located in Switzerland. Leica Geosystems registered shares (LGSN -SWX) are quoted on the SWX Swiss Exchange in Zürich.

About the Metrology Division of Leica Geosystems 

The Metrology Division of Leica Geosystems is a global supplier of comprehensive hardware and software packages to the industrial metrology market. These products integrate with popular CAD programs, various build-and-inspection tools, and reverse engineering software. Using state-of-the-art laser technology, Leica’s industrial measurement products make quality control, part mating, assembly and construction of large and small parts easier and more accurate than ever. Leica’s laser tracker technology is most widely used with 900 installations worldwide. 

www.leica-geosystems.com/metrology

 

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