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New RDR Drones offer customizable options

RDO Integrated Controls and Vision Aerial Partner on RDR Series Drones

Posted on Aug 12, 2020

RDO Integrated Controls has partnered with Vision Aerial in Bozeman, Montana to develop a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) primarily for construction and earthmoving companies.

Ways to Use a Drone in Construction and Get Actionable Data

Posted on Jul 21, 2020

Dennis Howard is joined by expert, Scott Schumacher to talk drones – also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). From applications and drones for safety to how to get started with a drone and the biggest factor in proper drone usage – actionable data.

Drone Options – Which is Right for Your Business or Job Application

Posted on Jun 25, 2019

Learn more about four drone solutions provided by RDO Integrated Controls, then choose your industry to find the one best-suited to common applications.

Announcing: Wingtra Certified Repair Center

RDO Integrated Controls Expands Service and Support of WingtraOne Drone

Posted on Mar 11, 2019

RDO Integrated Controls announces an enhancement to its partnership with Swiss-based Wingtra, the leader of professional VTOL (vertical takeoff and landing) surveying drones.

RDO Integrated Controls Topcon Xperience Winners

RDO Integrated Controls Receives Four Awards at Topcon Xperience

Posted on Dec 31, 2018

Each year, Topcon awards its highest honor, Global Dealer of the Year, to companies in various categories. This year, RDO Integrated Controls received the Global Dealer of the Year for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Additionally, the team received the Top 10 Global Award for Sales Growth in the Construction market.

Advantages of the WingtraOne for Agriculture

An Agronomist’s View of the WingtraOne UAV

Posted on Sep 24, 2018

The use of VTOL technology in drones is the best of both worlds and simply makes sense for agriculture.

Agriculture Technology Podcast: Micasense UAV Sensors And Software

Posted on Sep 6, 2018

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Agriculture Technology Podcast: Wingtra UAVs

Posted on Aug 23, 2018

In this episode, we speak with Justus Bamert of Wingtra about their new UAV, the Wingtra One. Wingtra drones are unique in that they manufacture a fixed-wing aircraft capable of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL), making this a very flexible system.

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Get to Know our Partners – Wingtra

Posted on Aug 15, 2018

Find out more about one of our partners: Wingtra.

RDO IC Employees fly a UAV drone over a John Deere Motorgrader

RDO Experts Featuring UAV Mapping Technology

Posted on Jun 13, 2018

Our portfolio of UAV products and systems are designed to create a more efficient and productive workflow for our customers.

Wingtra Drone sitting in a grass field against a mountain backdrop

RDO Integrated Controls Announces Partnership with Wingtra Drone Company

Posted on Mar 12, 2018

RDO Integrated Controls is now a partner of Wingtra, a Swiss drone company that developed, manufactures, and sells a commercial VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) drone for mapping and surveying. Per the agreement, RDO Integrated Controls stores are now offering the WingtraOne unit, as well as software and complete support.

A Technology Trifecta for the Mining Industry

Posted on Jan 2, 2018

Three technology offerings RDO Integrated Controls and its partners bring to the mining industry.

Navigating a New World – UAV Technology in Agriculture

Posted on Jun 19, 2017

As the technology has become more affordable and easier to use, farmers and service providers have become more interested in integrating UAVs into their businesses. When considering what kind of drone to purchase and begin using, ask yourself the following three questions.

5 Reasons Drone Focus Should Be On Your Radar

Posted on May 5, 2017

The third-annual Drone Focus Conference is May 31-June 1 in Fargo, North Dakota. Organized by Emerging Prairie, a nonprofit organization in Fargo, this all-drones event is all about the latest in the UAS industry.

Tools, Technology Featured at Southwest Ag Summit

Posted on Feb 16, 2017

RDO Water to host live demo and panel discussion at 2017 Southwest Ag Summit

RDO Equipment Co. Teams Up with Sentera

Posted on Dec 5, 2016

RDO Equipment Co. has teamed up with Sentera, a UAV-focused company offering image and data solutions for drones. The new partnership enhances current UAV products and support offered by RDO Equipment Co., and extends the opportunity for the technology to more customers, primarily in the agriculture industry, and also to those in the construction, infrastructure, and public safety industries