Main functions of the crane control system

The control system of the crane includes the following main functions: control of the main lift (boom control), boom rotation, trolley control, crane movement control, grab control (if the grab is not electric, where the automatic closure of the grab is adjusted when lifting).

Additional functions of the crane control system

As additional functions, special features are considered, such as cargo positioning systems (very important in ports for placing container cargoes), cargo counter-dragging system, a crane skew control system, an anti-collision system (accommodation and motion control of two or more cranes on one bridge), weight changes (weight control during overload). This functionality is performed at the request of the customer.

Control equipment placement options:

  • in the cabinet assembly (the crane control system is located on the crane bridge in the cabinet assembly). Constructive cabinet assembly is carried out on the basis of cabinets from leading European manufacturers, the coating is durable powder coating, protection of the cabinet design is not lower than IP 54. In addition, cabinet assemblies are completed with heating and air conditioning.
  • chair-crane operator.