Hirschmann Introduces Load Moment Indicator for Mobile Cranes

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Chambersburg, Pa., has introduced the iVISOR mentor QVGA (graphic) load moment indicator (LMI) for mobile cranes.

The iVISOR mentor QGVA provides the operator with a graphic display of the crane and the current load and geometric information, including the actual and allowable load, boom length, boom angle and load radius. The display also includes an integrated bargraph that provides the operator with information on the crane’s utilization.

The graphic display has a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels and includes BestVIEW technology, which automatically adjusts the contrast depending on the temperature and lighting conditions.

The system’s central processing unit and operator’s console are integrated into a compact unit, making for quick and easy installation, according to Hirshmann.

In addition to the freely programmable control functionality, two CANopen interfaces enable networking with other controls and displays. The LMI system can be used as a CANopen master or as a CANopen slave. It can also communicate with other CAN Bus capable devices via the CAN Bus interfaces that support the CANopen protocol and J1939.

The iVISOR mentor QGVA also provides the flexibility of optional working area definitions (WADS), event recorder and the use of wireless sensors.  

More information is available at www.hirschmann-usa.com.