Take control

HBC-radiomatic, manufacturer of remote controls, will demonstrate two products in particular at Conexpo 2017: the technos A transmitter, a compact and ergonomic radio control for diverse applications including construction machinery, cranes and conveying equipment; and radiomatic photon camera assistance, which delivers live video images to the radio control’s colour display.

The company will also be a focal point of a new feature of the triennial show – a 75,000ft2 interactive zone called Tech Experience, where it will be part of a job site concept featuring autonomous/remote controlled vehicles and systems.

“Tech Experience will have a sandbox for attendees to get hands-on time with scale models operated by HBC transmitters,” said Jeff Allan, CEO of HBC-radiomatic. “HBC will have a bulldozer with obstacles for attendees to manoeuvre around using our remote controls. They will get experience operating our controls, a feel for their responsiveness and an understanding of the myriad safety features.”

Two versions of the robust and multifeature technos A transmitter will be shown; two configurable colour TFTs provide critical machine data including error notifications such as high engine temperatures or overload information.

Features include front panel lighting and a flashlight, both activated by a button or soft key. Automatic frequency management with 2.4GHz technology ensures reliable operation in busy radio environments. HBC-radiomatic’s state-of-the-art automatic frequency management system is standard with technos A, while the merlin Transmitter User Card protects the control from unauthorised use.

The radiomatic photon camera assistance offers valuable support in demanding operations, during complicated driving manoeuvres or machine surveillance tasks.

It gives the operator a clear view of the machine and working environment, even in areas with limited visibility or where blind spots are present, shown on a 3.5in colour display with a resolution of 320×240 pixels.

It is designed to interface with many Orlaco cameras from the FAMOS and CCC families. The new camera assistance is available as an option for HBC-radiomatic’s technos 2, technos B and spectrum E.