Media Coverage | “Site visibility” by Global Highways

The technologies allowing increased on-site visibility is becoming a defining priority for improving safety and boosting productivity. Murray Lodge of Topcon Positioning Systems explains the reasoning behind this.

Ivan Di Federico is just shy of his two-year anniversary as the president and CEO of Topcon Positioning Systems, but he has spent over two decades helping to shape the company’s technology and innovation strategy. He’s led everything from advanced automation research and development teams to strategic acquisitions and partnerships — experience that gives him a unique perspective on the next generation of construction technology.

LAS VEGAS — March 2, 2026 — Topcon Positioning Systems has announced new 3D machine control technologies, functionalities, and safety features for earthmoving and paving applications, as well as geomatic technologies for surveying and building construction applications. By connecting equipment, people, and processes, the new technologies are designed to increase productivity across applications and project phases through a centralized platform approach. The announcement was made for CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, North America’s largest construction trade show.