PRODUCTS & SERVICES
WIRELESS CRANE OPERATION WITH DEMAG INFRARED
CONTROL Terex Material Handling’s new generation of Demag DIR infrared (IR) remote controls provides crane operators with a viable alternative to conventional radio controls. The Demag DIR range incorporates a variety of innovative features for the reliable and efficient control of material handling systems.
One of the principal advantages of the Demag DIR system over radio controllers is the considerably shorter range, of some 40 metres between the transmitter and sensor(s), which is of benefit when the operator wants to limit the distance at which the crane can be controlled.
MINITEC SECURES CONTRACT WITH
MAGNETIC SHIELDS MiniTec UK Ltd is one of the leading manufacturers of modular aluminium profile building systems used throughout industry, leisure and retail.
The company has recently secured a contract with Magnetic Shields to design and build a low frequency magnetically shielded room for test purposes. Magnetic Shields Ltd is a market leader in the manufacture of bespoke magnetic shielding systems.
MiniTec and Magnetic Shields worked together to design and manufacture a 3m x 3m x 2m high shielded room for the University of Vienna who conduct research into the properties of magnetic fields and their influence on the working environment.
The MiniTec aluminium profile system was selected because of its robustness compared with other systems available and the simplicity of installation coupled with the comprehensive range of accessories available.
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The Demag DIR’s rugged hand held transmitter housing is based on the design used for Demag radio controls. DIR hand held transmitters are offered in two sizes for two stage control, with six buttons (DIR 6) and ten buttons (DIR 10) for the control of two or three motion axes, respectively.
Like Demag radio control systems, up to ten crane systems may be controlled simultaneously in an enclosed area. For multiple controller operation, switchover between transmitters is monitored to ensure that the control systems are clearly assigned to specific cranes.
The high contrast bi-colour display provides a clear overview of the
device and warning information, which affords the highest level of safety. The integrated vibration alarm and stop function conform to Category 3, Performance Level ‘d’ to the relevant standard EN 13849-1. Convenient and simple crane control is assured at short distances, of up to 15 metres, as the rays from the high performance infrared LEDs are reflected by the surrounding structure, eliminating the need for the transmitter to be pointed directly at the sensor.
High performance rechargeable batteries ensure operating times of up to 30 hours with one charge. The unit can be conveniently charged on an optional inductive charging station.
In addition to providing reliable wireless control of industrial cranes, the Demag DIR may also be used to control suspension monorails, transfer carriages and other materials handling equipment.
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Once the framework was complete it was clad with Mumetal®, a highly permeable material, which serves to absorb the magnetic field and re-direct it away from the interior of the room. The drastically reduced magnetic field inside the room allows experiments to be carried out without unwanted magnetic interference.
Why not try out comprehensive design, manufacturing and installation service offered by MiniTec for your aluminium profiling needs?
For more information on MiniTec products and services please contact
info@minitec.co.uk or call 01256 365605
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