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Safety Benefits of Synthetic Rope vs Wire Rope for Industrial Applications

Samson Rope Panther Recovery Sling being used to recover a tractor in rugged terrain

Samson Rope, a leading manufacturer of synthetic ropes, has revolutionized the industry with its advanced materials and construction techniques. In this article, we explore the safety benefits of synthetic rope compared to wire rope and how Samson Rope can provide a safer, simpler and more efficient solution for heavy industries such as mining, tunneling, steel, construction, and oil and gas.

The Safety Benefits of Synthetic Rope

Synthetic ropes offer several safety benefits over wire ropes. First, they are much lighter in weight than wire ropes. This makes them easier to handle and transport, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. Additionally, synthetic ropes are more flexible than wire ropes, meaning that they can be bent and coiled more easily. This makes them less likely to kink or break, lengthening the life of the rope and further reducing the risk of accidents.

Another significant safety benefit of synthetic rope is its resistance to abrasion and corrosion. Wire ropes are prone to rust and corrosion, which weakens the rope over time and increases the risk of failure. Synthetic ropes are made from materials such as high-strength fibers like Dyneema® that are resistant to abrasion and corrosion, meaning they have a longer lifespan and are less likely to fail.

Use Cases for Synthetic Rope in Different Industries

Mining and Tunneling

Mining and tunneling are two industries where safety is of utmost importance. Workers in these industries are often operating in harsh environments and handling heavy loads. Synthetic ropes can offer a safer solution for these industries due to their superior strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to abrasion and corrosion. Typical use cases in the mining and tunneling industries include lifting or winch lines for material handling, conveyor belt pull-in ropes and retrieval and towing.

Steel

Steel mills require ropes that can handle heavy loads, but traditional wire ropes can be prone to kinking and breaking. Synthetic ropes,as previously mentioned, are more flexible and resistant to abrasion and corrosion, making them an excellent choice for use within steel mills.

Samson Rope’s AmSteel®-Blue and AmSteel®-Blue Coated ropes are ideal for steel mill applications. AmSteel®-Blue is made from high-strength Dyneema® fibers and is 1/7th the weight of steel wire rope, making it easier to handle and transport. Its superior strength-to-weight ratio also means it can handle heavy loads with ease.

Construction

Workers in construction are often handling heavy loads and working at heights, making safety a top priority. Synthetic ropes can provide a safer solution due to their lightweight and flexible nature, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.

Samson Rope’s synthetic rope solutions, such as Link-It® Plus and the Panther® Recovery Sling are ideal for construction applications. They are made from high-strength fibers and are much lighter than steel wire rope of the same strength and size. Their strength, flexibility and resistance to abrasion and corrosion make them an ideal solution for the rugged conditions of construction sites.

Oil and Gas

Workers in the oil and gas, energy and power industries work in harsh environments and at height, making safety a vital concern. Synthetic ropes can provide a safer solution due to their resistance to abrasion, corrosion, and fatigue, and can be used as a direct replacement of steel rope for a number of applications including deepwater lowering and lifting, mooring and towing, single drum and vehicle winch lines, and safety and rescue operations.

Samson Rope’s AmSteel®-Blue is ideal for oil and gas applications. It is made from high-strength Dyneema® fibers and is much lighter than steel wire rope. It is easy to handle and transport, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. This makes it an ideal solution for mooring, winching, and towing operations.

Samson Rope Products

Carroll Technologies Group is a proud supplier of Samson Rope products. Some of the synthetic rope solutions we commonly supply to a variety of industry verticals include:

  • Panther® Recovery Sling is made from high-strength synthetic fiber and is designed to handle the toughest recovery jobs. Its unique design allows for easy and safe attachment to a variety of anchor points, while its color-coded eyes make it easy to identify the right size for the job. It is lightweight and easy to handle, making it an ideal solution for emergency response and recovery operations. 
  • Link-It® Plus is a compact and lightweight rope connector and is an ideal replacement for connections such as steel shackles or other connection types. Its unique design is easy to install and use, providing secure connections. Its compact size means you can save space and weight on your equipment.
  • Taurus Lifting Sling is made from high-strength synthetic fibers, which provide unmatched durability and strength. Its unique design allows for easy and safe attachment to a variety of loads. These general-purpose lifting slings are tagged with WLL for vertical, basket, and choker configurations at a safety factor of 5.
  • Amsteel® Blue is a high-performance synthetic rope made from Dyneema® fiber, which provides unmatched strength and durability. With its lightweight design and high strength-to-weight ratio, making it an ideal solution for split drum winch applications.

Why to Replace Wire Rope with Synthetic Rope Solutions

Samson Rope, with its advanced materials and construction techniques, is a leading manufacturer of synthetic ropes that can provide a safer solution for these industries. Their range of synthetic ropes offer several safety benefits over wire ropes, including their lighter weight, flexibility, strength, dexterity and abrasion and corrosion resistance. For industries such as mining, tunneling, steel, construction, and oil and gas, synthetic ropes can provide a safer solution for workers and reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.

If you’re interested in learning more about Samson Rope and its synthetic ropes, get in touch with our industry experts today to discuss your individual requirements and discover the best synthetic rope solutions for you. Alternatively, you can purchase Samson rope directly from our online store using the links below. 

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Conveyor Belt Fasteners

MATO conveyor belt fasteners

Reliable conveyor belt fasteners are essential, and there are a lot of options on the market. From hammer or machine-installed systems to wire hooks or staple plate fasteners, who are the leading conveyor belt fastener manufacturers? And who can provide you with the most suitable solution for your application?

With more than 40 years of experience providing safety equipment to mines across the US, Carroll Technologies understands the needs of tough industries and has searched the market for the most reliable products.

From MATO, Carroll Technologies provides a range of conveyor belt fasteners and accessories tailored to your application. MATO is a global company, which was founded back in 1906, when it began manufacturing wire hooks. Since then, the company has expanded its presence and become a world-leading provider of conveyor belt maintenance products. In addition to its conveyor belt fasteners, the company also provides maintenance accessors such as belt cleaners, v-plows, and belt clamps.

MATO conveyor belt fasteners and accessories include heavy-duty mechanical belt splices suitable for underground mining. Hammer-installed systems include the MR 35 and 37, as well as the H Series H35 and H37, whereas the U30 Series is machine installed. MATO bolt plate fasteners, which are typically used in surface rock quarries or recycling plants, come in a range of sizes and PIW ratings.

Medium-duty belt fasteners have versatile applications and have been used in a range of industries, from packing and handling to food processing, wash plants, asphalt plants, and the wood industry.

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Conveyor Belt Cleaners

MATO conveyor belt primary cleaner

With more than 40 years of experience providing safety equipment to mines across the US, Carroll Technologies understands the needs of tough industries and has searched the market for the most reliable products, including a range of conveyor belt cleaners and accessories.

Advanced Urethane is a US-based provider of innovative polyurethane products, including a diverse range of solutions suitable for industrial conveyor belts. Through Carroll Technologies, they can provide replacement blades for Richwood belt cleaners, replacement slider blocks for Richwood impact beds, complete impact beds, and replacement impact bars. They can also supply V-Plows, shiv wheels for shuttle cars, cable clamps for underground mine cable, 12” rubber pads for transfer points on belt lines, water blades for wet vulcanized belts, cable clamp stops, and wear liners.

MATO also provides a wide range of maintenance accessories such as primary and secondary belt cleaners, V-Plows, belt cutters, and belt clamps.

Carroll Technologies works with customers to provide the most suitable solution for their application. This highly personalized service is particularly welcomed when it comes to belt management, due to the differences in the scale and function of belts across mining operations.

The company’s 24/7 support service and facilities in seven distribution and repair centers across North America, enables mining, tunneling, and other industrial operators to tailor their products to their operations and receive immediate assistance in the event of malfunctions. Carroll also has an inventory of spare parts worth around $7million from over 80 manufacturers.

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Join Us at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023: Visit Booth C22514 and See Our Latest Products

Carroll Technologies Group attending CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023

Visit us at booth C22514, where you’ll be able to see first-hand our newest products and services, ranging from communications equipment to cutting-edge collision avoidance technology solutions. Also joining us in our booth will be Buggy Whip, a name that is very familiar, as we feature their LED whips that are perfect for any vehicle needing to be seen. Our expert team will be on-site to provide you with in-depth information about our products, their benefits and features, and how they can help improve safety in the workplace.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products from the top suppliers, designed to meet the specific and individual needs of our customers. Our products are perfect for a variety of industries and applications, including construction, mining, and tunneling.

Our presence at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 is an opportunity for you to explore our products, discuss your requirements with our team, and discover how we can help you improve your safety operations. We’re committed to providing the best solutions to our customers, and we look forward to meeting you in person and understanding your unique needs.

We invite all our existing and potential customers to visit us at Booth C22514 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. By visiting our booth, you’ll have the chance to experience our products firsthand, and get a chance to speak with our experts. Use this link for a registration discount from Carroll Technologies Group. 

We’re excited to be part of such an amazing event, and we’re looking forward to seeing you there!

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Water Industry Safety Equipment & Supplies

Large sewer drain construction project

High-quality pumps for the water industry

With an extensive range of pumping solutions including submersible & dewatering pumps, as well as trash, slurry, and sludge pumps, Equipment Pro is Carroll Technologies’ manufacturer of choice. Proven to be industry pump distributor leaders with its extensive range of valves, pumps, mixers and tanks, as well as pump parts, instrumentation and complete designed pumping systems, Equipment Pro can supply rugged pump solutions for any water industry application.

Monitoring remote watering and dewatering pumps is critical. Any interruption or anomaly in these processes can shut down operations, costing water facility operators thousands of dollars. Carroll Technologies provides a range of monitoring devices for the maintenance of pumps, as well as atmospheric and ground monitoring solutions and conveyor belt maintenance.

Safety equipment for workers in the water sector

Workers in the water industry are exposed to a number of risks, including common general industry hazards such as falls and collisions. Carroll Technologies provides a range of PPE (such as hard hats, gloves, and eye protection), cap lights and other lighting equipment, reliable hoists and cranes, personal gas detection devices, fire suppression solutions, and fall protection such as harnesses and lanyards.

Carroll Technologies’ collision avoidance systems enable water facilities to track equipment, vehicles and personnel in order to prevent injuries or damage to equipment. Preventing accidents also requires effective communication, so Carroll has searched the market for the most rugged and reliable radios, leaky feeder Wi-Fi solutions, and Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) systems.

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Top 10 OSHA Violations – How Carroll Technologies Group Can Help to Prevent Health and Safety Hazards in Industrial Settings

Preventing OSHA violations

Each year, the agency highlights areas of concern by compiling a list of its top 10 most frequently cited violations. This list serves as a useful tool for employers and workers alike, as it provides insight into the most common hazards faced in the workplace and underscores the importance of adhering to safety regulations.

 

Top 10 OSHA Violations in 2022

  1. Fall Protection in Construction

OSHA Standard: Duty to have Fall Protection

Standard Number: 1926.501

Number of Violations: 5,260

Falls are a major cause of serious injury and death in industrial applications within the United States. OSHA regulations require employers to take appropriate measures to prevent falls. Carroll Technologies Group’s fall protection equipment products includes a range of harnesses, lanyards and personal fall limiters to help keep employees safe.

 

  1. Hazard Communication in All Industries

OSHA Standard: Hazard Communication

Standard Number: 1910.1200

Number of Violations: 2,424

Hazard communication regulations require employers to inform workers about potential hazards and provide training on how to handle them safely. This includes maintaining a written hazard communication program, labeling containers, and providing access to safety data sheets. Carroll Technologies Group supplies customized warning and safety signage to keep workers and site visitors alike safe and informed. 

 

  1. Respiratory Protection in All Industries

OSHA Standard: Respiratory Protection

Standard Number: 1910.134

Number of Violations: 2,185

Exposure to hazardous substances, such as fumes, dust, or chemicals, can cause serious respiratory problems, and OSHA requires employers to provide appropriate respiratory protection and training to workers. Carroll Technologies Group provides a range of self-contained self rescuers (SCSR) and respirators for the protection of employees. We also supply gas detection equipment and dust suppression solutions for protecting workers in potentially dangerous working conditions.

 

  1. Ladders in Construction

OSHA Standard: Ladders

Standard Number: 1926.1053

Number of Violations: 2,143

Ladders can pose a hazard in the construction industry, and OSHA regulations require employers to provide safe ladders capable of sustaining the required load, and training on how to use them correctly. Our range of MSA products includes the MSA Latchways© Vertical Ladder Lifeline Kits, designed to provide a safe means of hands-free climbing and working on vertical fixed ladders using a range of brackets and clamps. The ladder lifeline kits comply with OSHA standards and regulations for fall protection when working on ladders.

 

  1. Scaffolding in Construction

OSHA Standard: Scaffolds – General Requirements

Standard Number: 1926.451

Number of Violations: 2,058

Scaffolding can be unstable and pose a serious hazard to workers, and OSHA regulations require employers to provide safe and secure scaffolding capable of supporting its own weight and at least 4 times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to it, as well as proper access and fall protection.

 

  1. Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) in All Industries

OSHA Standard: The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)

Standard Number: 1910.147

Number of Violations: 1,977

Lockout/tagout regulations require employers to establish procedures for controlling hazardous energy during maintenance and repair work during the servicing and maintenance of machines and equipment to prevent workers from being injured by the accidental release of stored energy. Carroll Technologies supplies a range of lockout/tagout products to keep employees safe when servicing or performing maintenance on electrical equipment. Our NMC range includes lockout kits, lockout boxes, electrical and pneumatic lockout devices and accessories and safety signage. 

 

  1. Powered Industrial Trucks in All Industries

OSHA Standard: Powered Industrial Trucks

Standard Number: 1910.178

Number of Violations: 1,749

Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks can cause serious accidents if not used properly. OSHA has set out strict safety requirements to ensure the safety of personnel across all industries. Carroll Technologies Group works with some of the most innovative companies to provide customizable collision avoidance technology to help protect workforces from serious injury from collisions. We also supply Buggy Whip LED safety whips  to improve visibility of moving vehicles in all terrains and working conditions. The Buggy Whip brand has expertly designed the safety whips to easily identify vehicles and equipment in industrial environments.

 

  1. Fall Protection – Training Requirements in Construction

OSHA Standard: Training requirements

Standard Number: 1926.503

Number of Violations: 1,749

OSHA requires employers to provide fall protection training to workers in the construction industry, to ensure that they understand how to use fall protection systems correctly and avoid hazards.

 

  1. Personal Protective and Lifesaving Equipment

OSHA Standard: Eye and Face Protection

Standard Number: 1926.102

Number of Violations: 1,749

Employers must ensure that workers have access to and use appropriate eye or face protection. Carroll’s range of personal protective equipment (PPE) includes a range of hard hats, safety glasses and face shields to safeguard against dangers such as flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases and vapors.

 

  1. Machine Guarding in All Industries

OSHA Standard: General Requirements for All Machines

Standard Number: 1910.212

Number of Violations: 1,370

Machine guarding is important to prevent workers from being injured by moving parts on machinery. OSHA’s standards state that employers must provide appropriate machine guarding and train workers on safe machine operation. Carroll Technologies supplies all Belt Conveyor Guarding machine safety guards, including pump guards, conveyor guards, v-belt guards and much more to keep employees safe in danger zones. Our range of machine guards, railings and handrails are made to measure and can be retrofitted to existing bulk handling equipment. All solutions are compliant with OSHA, MSHA and CSA standards.

Improving Employee Health and Safety in Industrial Settings

It is important for employers to be aware of these common violations and have a responsibility for ensuring that their workplaces are in compliance with OSHA regulations, to help to reduce the risk of accidents, injuries, and fatalities and create a safer and healthier work environment for employees.

We have a range of industry health and safety products available directly from our web store and offer free, same day shipping within the US. For customized projects or solutions, speak to one of our industry experts today.

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Industrial Material Handling Equipment

Industrial material handling conveyor

Reliable conveyor belt systems will require high-quality accessories, including rugged conveyor idlers that support the belt and conveyed material to prevent it from stretching and sagging, as well as impact beds built to absorb shock loads. An accurate conveyor belt weigher will also ensure that feed rate is regulated.

When it comes to safe transportation using cranes and trucks, facilities are investing in collision avoidance systems that can track vehicles and machinery. PBE’s collision avoidance system uses EM (electromagnetics), RFID, GPS and bi-directional radar at the same time for accuracy. It can be configured to recognize different groups (such as vehicle types or personnel), and the dash-mounted PAS-Z Proximity Alert System alerts drivers to the presence of personnel, vehicles and obstacles.

Conveyor belt maintenance for industrial material handling

For facilities relying on conveyor belts to transport good between locations, effective maintenance is essential to ensure that operations are not interrupted. This includes choosing from a wide range of primary, secondary and specialty belt cleaners on the market, as well as carefully selecting rugged components such as sheave wheels, cable clamp stops, and v-plows. Industrial facilities must also make informed decisions when choosing which belt fasteners, belt clamps and belt cutters are best suited for their application.

Safe material handling with Carroll Technologies

With more than 40 years of experience serving industries such as mining, oil & gas, and construction, Carroll Technologies can assist industrial facilities in finding the best equipment for efficient material handling.

From Advanced Urethane, Carroll Technologies can provide a range of customized belt cleaning solutions, including:

  • Replacement Blades for Richwood Belt Cleaners (Primary and Secondary)
  • Replacement Slider Blocks for Richwood Impact Beds
  • Complete and Replacement Impact Beds
  • Spring Tensioned Primary and Secondary Cleaners (Complete)
  • V-Plows
  • Shiv Wheel for Shuttle Cars
  • Cable Clamps for underground mine cable
  • 12” Rubber pads for transfer points on belt line
  • Water Blades for wet vulcanized belts
  • Cable Clamp Stops
  • Wear Liners

From Mato, Carroll Technologies provides a range of conveyor belt fasteners and accessories tailored to your application, this includes:

  • Mechanical Belt Splices (Heavy Duty) Underground Mining
  • Bolt Plate Fasteners (Usually Surface Rock Quarries / Recycling Plants)
  • Conveyor Belt Maintenance Accessories
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Ski Area Safety Equipment

Ski area safety cap light

Carroll Technologies supplies safety solutions from the best manufacturers in the industry including MSA, Northern Light Technologies (NLT) and ICOM.

Lighting solutions for ski slopes and resorts

Carroll supplies a range of both personal and site safety lighting solutions from some of the world’s leading lighting suppliers.

Ski area hands free lighting

Northern Light Technologies (NLT)

NLT’s lighting solutions, such as the Polaris and Rebel cap lamps are the ideal lighting solution for snow makers and ski resort personnel. NLT lights penetrate through darkness, fog and heavy precipitation, which is especially important for ski resorts where conditions often lead to poor visibility. They also offer a hands-free solution.

Illumagear HALO lights for personal lighting

Halo cap lights are another superb lighting solution for ski area personnel. The lights fit to any hard hat and offer a ring of light extending up to a quarter of a mile around the hat, providing lighting not only for the wearer, but making the wearer visible to others from any angle.

X-glo industrial lighting solutions

X-glo provides customized temporary or permanent industrial grade lighting solutions and systems that are purpose built for the environment of the area they are lighting. They are dedicated to improving safety of personnel and guests by providing high visibility in poor conditions with their standard and long-range solutions.

Vision X

Vision X supply advanced lighting systems to ensure safer and efficient work environments, including commercial lighting, vehicle lighting, spot and flood lights, specialty lighting and LED work and accessory lights.

Carroll’s team will work with you to identify your lighting requirements and find the best solution.

Radio communications

Radios and communication systems are one of the most important pieces of safety equipment for ski areas to effectively manage operations and ensure communications are consistent and available across all areas. ICOM radios are rugged and reliable, ensuring all personnel are connected, whether it is as part of a wider system across a site for general operations or a specialised system for use in emergency situations. ICOM radios have a wide range, making them ideal for use in multiple industries including forestry and ski areas.

Samson rope

Samson rope is lighter, more durable, safer, and easier to use than other synthetic ropes, chains, or wire ropes, making it ideal for ski areas. It can be used for numerous safety applications including for use in snow mobiles, rescue vehicles, climbing, lifting and winching. Carroll Technologies supplies the full range of Samson rope solutions and will be able to help determine the best rope for your safety needs.

Ski resort safety signage

Ski resorts have a responsibility to display safety signage with up-to-date responsibility codes, as well as trail signage that features colored symbols to indicate the difficulty of a trail. Other safety signage may include warnings for danger zones and areas with a risk of avalanche. Carroll Technologies can provide standard generic signage as well as customized signs which incorporate your company’s name, logo, or anything else needed.

Safety helmets for ski resort employees

Whist OSHA does not have a specific policy regarding ski helmets, 29 CFR 1910.132(a) states that protective equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE) for the head, shall be provided, used, and maintained “wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment…encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment. According to the NSAA, helmet usage has grown considerably over the last twenty years. Since 2002, helmet usage has risen from 25% to 90%. Head protection can drastically reduce the severity of head injuries and almost completely prevent lacerations should an accident occur. Carroll Technologies is an approved supplier of MSA hard hats for numerous industrial safety applications. Carroll Technologies can help to provide the right product for the right application.

Carroll Technologies also supplies a number of other industrial safety solutions, including working at height, fire protection and personal protection equipment. Speak to us today to discuss your unique requirements.

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Commercial Vehicle Collision Avoidance Systems

Commercial vehicles lined up

Fleet proximity detection for commercial vehicles

An effective collision detection system at any industrial location will include area proximity warnings and an automatic collision avoidance system for vehicles. This will include being able to configure tracking methods to recognise different groups, such as vehicle types, personnel, or obstacles.

PBE provides a rugged and reliable fleet driver collision avoidance system that utilizes electromagnetics, RFID, GPS and bi-directional radar. In partnership with Carroll Technologies, PBE supplies customized commercial vehicle collision avoidance systems specifically designed for your site. Experts at Carroll Technologies can visit sites and work with customers to design effective safety systems, from proximity detection to radio communication. Holistic services are increasingly popular, with companies such as Carroll offering tracking and communication services using the same technological base, which significantly reduces the likelihood of collisions.

Customizing Vehicle Collision Avoidance Systems

According to Carroll Technologies president Allen Haywood: “Systems can be customized for a lot of different types of operations and programmed to set the parameters that they need. We can also incorporate remote opening gates and doors, as well as recordings of travel so that they can look back through history via mobile or desktop software. It can record everything that has been travelling, what speeds they have been travelling at, and any near misses.”

Customizations can incorporate tags, so drivers will be notified if they get close to people, objects, other vehicles, or heavier pieces of equipment. This can include tractors with safety sensors for collision avoidance, proximity detection for pickup trucks and loaders for big operations, and warning systems for forklifts in handling facilities.

Read more

Collision Prevention Systems in Industrial Applications
Collision Avoidance: Systems, Devices & Equipment in the Mining Industry
Forklift Collision Avoidance and Proximity Detection Systems
Collision avoidance systems for cranes

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Collision Avoidance Systems for Cranes

Cranes in close proximity poses a collision risk

Crane collision avoidance sensors can ensure that cranes do not come into contact with personnel or other machinery. Utilizing electromagnetics, RFID, GPS or bi-directional radar (or in the case of PBE’s system, all four), facilities can configure these tracking methods to recognize different groups, such as vehicle types, personnel, or obstacles. Both overhead crane collision avoidance systems and tower crane anti-collision warning systems are not a “one size fits all” solution, so Carroll Technologies works with its customers to customize a warning system that is ideally suited for the application, from mines and tunnels to construction facilities of all sizes.

According to Carroll Technologies president Allen Haywood: “Systems can be customized for a lot of different types of operations and programmed to set the parameters that they need. We can also incorporate remote opening gates and doors, as well as recordings of travel so that they can look back through history via mobile or desktop software. It can record everything that has been travelling, what speeds have been travelling at, and any near misses.”

The Importance of Crane Collision Avoidance Systems

The U. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that 22% of fatal injuries occur when the worker was operating a crane, and 23% occur when the worker is engaged in construction, assembling, and dismantling activities. With a crane proximity warning device, workers will be alerted to the risk of collision, and any near misses can be assessed to ensure that risk is mitigated in the future. Holistic services are increasingly popular, with companies such as Carroll offering tracking and communication services using the same technological base, which could significantly reduce the likelihood of collisions.

Further reading:

Proximity Warning Systems & Proximity Detection Devices for Mines
Forklift Proximity Detection Systems
Collision Prevention Systems in Industrial Applications
Collision Avoidance: Systems, Devices & Equipment in the Mining Industry