Measuring, Monitoring & Inspection
Radar for functional safety
Suitable for semi-automatic and automatic crane systems, rail-bound vehicles, and other applications, LPR-SAFE, from Symeo is a system for safe distance measurement compliant with the functional safety standard EN ISO 13849 PLd. The system allows manufacturers to integrate an already certified solution during their development of functionally safe lifting and handling equipment installations. LPR-SAFE is […]
Self indicating dynamometer for safer, accurate lifting
Kito Crosby has launched the Crosby Straightpoint Self Indicating Dynamometer (SID) – designed to replace outdated mechanical products. The Crosby Straightpoint Self Indicating Dynamometer (SID) is a dynamic self-indicating version of the well-known Crosby Straightpoint product ‘Bluelink.’ The SID is available in a 6.5t capacity with advanced features and benefits, providing solutions where close proximity […]
Streamlined diagnostics with DLM
Dynamic Load Monitoring (DLM) today unveiled a pioneering new diagnostics system for load cell management at LiftEx 2023. The company has spent two years developing a wireless USB dongle device to provide much slicker and quicker access to diagnostics, as well as greater real-time overview capabilities. The dongle simply plugs into a tablet, laptop or […]
Yoke uses same digital tech as LEEA
LEEA has recently launched an updated Team card using near field communications (NFC) so end users can authenticate the Team card member with a simple swipe of their mobile device against the Team card. It’s the same technology that Yoke uses in its range of rigging hardware (shackles, lifting points, slings, blocks, swivels , etc) […]
Crosby BlokCam upgrades crane camera system range
The Crosby Group has launched upgrades to its range of Crosby BlokCam crane camera systems, including battery improvements. The updates extend the legacy of the original X2 and M3 systems, which have delivered clear enhancement of load handling in several sectors, most notably construction and renewable energy. The X2 is known as the industry’s first […]
Embedded SupraNano for digitalisation
SupraNano from Yoke is a digital chip fitted into lifting equipment, ensuring optimal user experience, wherever and whenever people encounter Near-Field communication (NFC) interactions. SupraNano can be easily embedded and is readable through steel, ensuring readability in most applications. It is a simple way to digitalise product with RiConnect or any other third party software, […]
Digitalising lifting
Yoke Industrial Corporation has formally launched its Digital Product Line. This line is now complete since the recent addition of the DA range of bolt type shackles. The Digital Product Line (over 1,200,000 items) is all equipped with embedded RFID chips enabling every individual immediate digital access to important documents just by scanning the tag […]
FAD Equipment Store customers laud new load cell apps
Users of Crosby Straightpoint load cells can download two new Bluetooth apps to capture data. The HHP and COLT3 Android or iOS apps are free-to-download and can be activated with a free activation code. The HHP is for use with the Bluelink, ChainSafe, and Towcell, while the COLT3—with new elevator function—is for use with the […]
Crosby/Straightpoint launches multi-function Insight software
Crosby/Straightpoint has launched its multifaceted Insight software that allows users to monitor up to 126 load cells from up to 700m (2300ft) away, before and during a lift. The Insight system is a revolutionary centre of gravity tool, presented as an all-round load monitoring product offering state-of-the-art technology in four main areas: multi-channel display and […]
Virtual reality airline maintenance module for MEWP operators
Edmonton, Canada-based Serious Labs, a leader in virtual reality (VR) solutions for training and operation of heavy equipment such as cranes and mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs), has launched a new airline module for MEWP operators as part of its latest software update. Now globally available, the module provides advanced hands-on training and assessment in […]