Visibility and access limitations
An operator cannot see the load, route and surrounding movements equally clearly from every position. A shared field view built with sensors reduces blind spots.
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Unmanned Crane Applications
Autonomous crane systems that move heavy loads safely, precisely and continuously.
We eliminate operator dependency in critical handling operations by combining positioning, anti-sway motion control, collision avoidance and task management within one architecture.
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Turn the variables of manual handling into a measurable, traceable and repeatable operation.
Load sway and positioning deviation
Cycle time increases when load characteristics and motion profiles are not considered. Anti-sway algorithms stabilise approach and placement movements.
Demand for continuous production
Performance varies between operators during intensive shifts, harsh conditions and repetitive tasks. Automatic task execution delivers consistent cycles.
/ AUTONOMOUS HANDLINGThe crane does more than move;
The crane does more than move;
it sees, decides and verifies.
The unmanned crane solution receives the production order, selects suitable equipment and route, checks safety conditions and transports the load to its destination. Every step is verified using position, weight, speed and field-status data.
3 axesSynchronous motion
24/7Task and status tracking
One recordEnd-to-end traceability
- Automatic task receiptTransport orders from MES, WMS or production systems are processed.
- Dynamic route controlRestricted zones, other cranes and equipment states are evaluated.
- Precision placementThe load is positioned at target coordinates within the defined tolerance.
From task order
to safe delivery.
Control layers do not operate in isolation. The host-system task is executed with field safety and motion control in one verifiable flow.
Production or
warehouse order
Source, destination, load type and priority are received.
→Route and zone
validation
Travel corridor, restricted areas and equipment status are checked.
→Synchronous motion
and anti-sway
Bridge, trolley and hoist axes are controlled according to load behaviour.
→Position, load and
delivery confirmation
Target tolerance is verified, the load released and the task recorded.
/ SYSTEM COMPONENTSSafety and motion control
Safety and motion control
within one architecture.
Mechanical, electrical, automation and software layers are engineered together, from modernising an existing crane to delivering a new installation.
Positioning infrastructure
Data from laser distance sensors, encoders, cameras and field sensors is combined in a common coordinate system.
Anti-sway motion control
Acceleration and deceleration profiles adapt to the load while bridge, trolley and hoist axes operate synchronously.
Collision avoidance
Safe speed, limits, load, restricted zones and crane separation are monitored throughout the cycle.
Task and fleet management
Priority, task sequence, traffic and waiting points for multiple cranes are managed centrally.
Operator and maintenance interfaces
Live position, active tasks, alarms, manual intervention and maintenance information are displayed by role.
Host-system integration
Bidirectional data exchange with MES, ERP, WMS and production lines uses standard protocols.
The crane, load and field
within one safety model.
Rather than a simple sensor list, a layered safety scenario defines how every zone must behave.
01Travel corridor
Planned route and safe passage boundaries
02Restricted zones
Separation of personnel, machinery and process areas
03Dynamic stop
Controlled safe state when an obstacle or data loss occurs
Every transport task,
in six validated steps.
- 01Receive the task
Source, destination, load type and priority are received from the host system.
- 02Check the field
Route, equipment and safety-zone availability are verified.
- 03Approach the load
The crane enters the low-speed zone and begins precision positioning.
- 04Verify the load
Engagement, weight and lifting conditions are checked.
- 05Transport and stabilise
The route is completed through synchronous axes and anti-sway control.
- 06Record delivery
The target position is verified, the load released and the task reported.
Scalable automation
for demanding, repetitive handling.
Iron and steel
Automatic handling and stacking of coils, slabs, billets and finished products.
Waste and energy
Grab-crane tasks for bunker feeding, mixing and process continuity.
Ports and shipyards
Safe, coordinated transport of heavy components along defined routes.
Production intralogistics
Automated material flow between lines, storage areas and dispatch points.
How we turned a similar need
into an operating solution.
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