Caterpillar and Trimble expand construction tech partnership

Caterpillar and Trimble have extended their long-standing joint venture to expand the availability of grade control solutions in the construction sector.

Since the partnership began in 2002, Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) has focused on improving jobsite safety and productivity through advanced grade control products.

The new agreement broadens the distribution of interoperable grade control solutions, making them available through a flexible platform for Caterpillar, Trimble, and other equipment manufacturers.

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This move will enhance innovation and allow both companies to explore new industry and geographic opportunities.

For Caterpillar customers, the expanded offerings will provide access to factory-installed grade control systems, the option to upgrade Cat Grade 3D systems at any point during the machine lifecycle, and additional aftermarket and digital solutions through Cat dealers.

Trimble customers will benefit from continued support for mixed-fleet systems via the SITECH dealer network and increased access to grade control solutions through the Trimble Construction One platform, further extending Trimble’s construction technology capabilities.

This agreement strengthens the collaboration between the two companies and expands their reach in delivering advanced solutions to the construction industry.

“Trimble's Connect & Scale strategy has created an ecosystem that empowers customers across both the physical and digital worlds. The next phase of our joint venture will drive innovation in grade control technology to expand the industry opportunity with localised and differentiated solutions while improving technology interoperability,” said Rob Painter, president and CEO of Trimble. "This partnership underscores a joint commitment to connect the office and the field throughout the design-build-operate lifecycle of construction projects.”

"Caterpillar and Trimble have a long history of innovating together,” said Tony Fassino, Caterpillar Construction Industries group president. “We are proud of what we’ve developed to help customers optimise their operations, including grade control. Today’s announcement is a continuation of this collaboration. With a focus on accelerating this leading-edge technology, we are committed to making it easier for customers to acquire and adopt our solutions across Cat and mixed fleets alike."