LOAD MONITORING SYSTEMS
VDR Marine Equipment is proud to present our advanced Load Monitoring Systems, meticulously engineered to meet the rigorous demands of marine operations. Our systems are distinguished by their integrated controls, ensuring seamless operation and precision in load management.
​
Safety is paramount, which is why our systems feature comprehensive integrated safety measures and automatic cut-off functions to protect both personnel and equipment.
Furthermore, our Load Monitoring Systems conform to the stringent standards of API 2C.
System Characteristics
​
-
Accurate Balanced and Unbalance Load Measurements
-
Real-time Continuous Load Monitoring
-
The system is designed and conforms to the API 2C standards
-
Integrated safety functions and cut offs
-
Integrated controls in a robust remote control with screen
-
Option to seamlessly transition to sea state/aux hook
-
Multiple load chart integration
-
Eliminates Safety Risks due to Manual Measurements
Load Monitoring System with integrated crane controls
​
The VDR Marine Equipment developed Load Monitoring Systems follow the API 2C safety rules and include the following specifications.
​
-
Upgrade the crane control system with a new Remote control with Feedback information.
-
Crane movement control integrated in the PLC and networking with the remote control.
-
Feedback on the Transmitters with the Actual Load / Radius information by the Load Cell with Output Angle Sensor for main Boom angle.
-
Indicator Lights for 90% (GREEN), 100% (YELLOW), 110% (RED) Overload indication.
-
Switch for Emergency override of the crane
-
Acoustic and visual alarm indication outside on the crane.
-
Toggle switch for HARBOUR/OFFSHORE mode as below:
​​
-
HARBOUR Mode normal 80-90-100% SWL scheme
-
OFFSHORE Mode de-rating to 60% of the 80-90-100% SWL scheme
​
8. Crane alarm System with integrated Alarms and Cut-Off.
Cut-off signals for below actions:
​
-
Boom Down
-
Boom Up
-
Boom Out
-
Hook up
-
Winch hoisting