On January 20–21, 2026, SOUTH partner hosted the annual User Conference in the Czech Republic, bringing together more than 100 professionals from the surveying and mapping sector, including engineers, technical experts, and end-users from the Czech Republic and neighboring countries. As a long-established annual industry event, the conference provided a platform for technical exchange, product presentation, and discussion on future industry development.
During the conference, SOUTH technical representatives presented the latest trends in surveying technology, focusing on the industry shift from traditional workflows toward intelligent and automated solutions. Several new products were introduced, covering a wide range of application scenarios. SOUTH NS10 and NS30 robotic total stations attracted particular attention for their advanced system design and locally developed core technologies. Equipped with high-precision axis systems and an Android-based intelligent platform, the solutions support automated target acquisition and stable performance in low-visibility and complex environments, enabling efficient one-person operation.
SOUTH SLAM-RTK ME solution was also showcased, addressing integrated indoor and outdoor surveying requirements. By combining RTK, laser SLAM, and visual technologies, the system delivers reliable positioning accuracy in GNSS-restricted environments such as tunnels and building interiors while capturing detailed spatial information. In parallel, SOUTH introduced SurvStar software, which integrates data collection, processing, and analysis to support efficient multi-source data management and flexible secondary development.
In addition, SOUTH AcuteLas series of 3D laser scanning systems demonstrated their applicability in areas including cultural heritage documentation, industrial inspection, and infrastructure monitoring. With millimeter-level accuracy and non-contact data acquisition, the systems generate comprehensive point cloud data suitable for long-term digital archiving and subsequent analysis.
A live demonstration session on the second day enabled participants to gain hands-on experience with SOUTH robotic total stations, SLAM-RTK ME, and 3D laser scanning systems under the guidance of SOUTH technical representatives. The practical demonstrations provided clear insight into real-world workflows and system performance.
The event also highlighted the long-term partnership between SOUTH and the local partner, which has developed over more than two decades. As a key strategic partner in Europe, the Czech partner plays an important role in supporting localized service and market development. SOUTH will continue to strengthen cooperation with global partners and focus on intelligent and integrated technologies to meet evolving industry needs.
