Vehicle-pedestrian and vehicle-vehicle collisions are a common problem in various industrial environments such as warehouses, logistics, industries, and construction. These collisions can result in serious injuries or fatalities for pedestrians and drivers, as well as damage to equipment and products.

In warehouses, for example, the use of forklifts and other industrial vehicles can create hazards for pedestrians who may be working in the same area. Similarly, in logistics and construction sites, there may be a mix of vehicles and pedestrians moving around, creating potential collision risks.

The problem is often exacerbated by factors such as poor lighting, limited visibility, and busy environments with high levels of activity. Additionally, the use of mobile devices or distractions by drivers or pedestrians can further increase the risk of collisions.

The consequences of these collisions can be significant, both in terms of human costs and financial costs for businesses. Injuries and fatalities can lead to lawsuits, compensation claims, and increased insurance premiums, while damage to equipment and products can result in downtime and lost productivity.

Therefore, there is a need for effective collision avoidance systems in these environments to reduce the risk of accidents and protect workers and equipment. UWB technology offers solutions, as it provides high accuracy and reliability in detecting and tracking people, vehicles, & objects in real-time.

Ultra-wideband (UWB) technology is a type of wireless communication that uses a very broad frequency range to transmit data. In the context of collision avoidance systems, UWB can be used to accurately determine the distance between two or more UWB devices and avoid collisions with them.

Ultra Wide Band (UWB) technology can ALSO be used for proximity detection of pedestrians or vehicles in industrial applications such as manufacturing plants, warehouses, and logistics centers.

One solution for using UWB for proximity detection of pedestrians or vehicles in industrial applications is to use UWB tags or sensors that are attached to or embedded in the objects to be detected. These tags or sensors transmit UWB signals that can be detected by UWB receivers or antennas installed in fixed locations such as walls, pillars, or ceilings. The UWB signals can be used to calculate the distance between the tags or sensors and the UWB receivers or antennas, and therefore the position of the objects.

Another solution is to use UWB sensors or antennas that are installed on industrial vehicles such as forklifts or automated guided vehicles (AGVs). These sensors or antennas can detect UWB signals from other UWB devices in the vicinity and use the signal strength and time of flight measurements to calculate the distance and position of the other objects. This approach can be used for collision avoidance systems in industrial vehicles or for tracking the movement of objects in a warehouse or manufacturing plant.

The range of anti-collision systems that is continuously evolving.

We offer a standard range of modular and tailor-made solutions aimed at minimising the risk of collisions between vehicles and between vehicles and pedestrian workers. The systems prevent collisions between forklifts trucks and pedestrian workers as by means of visual and sound alarms, it warns the driver, in real time, about the presence and position of pedestrians and/or other vehicles around the forklift truck.

The standard range of anti-collision systems – SMART, EASY, COMPACT –
work perfectly well with one another, and use the same workers' Tag.

SMART

EASY

COMPACT

Truck Docking Safety

OPTIMIZED TRUCK DOCKING IMMOBILISER & INTERLOCKING<br>
Loading and Unloading Risks <br>

Loading, unloading and moving materials/goods from trucks are daily activities that, when done unsafely, can pose safety risks for everyone involved, from forklift operators and dock attendants to service technicians and bystanders, which might result in serious accidents and expensive insurance claims. Whether you are a small business owner or a large enterprise, an unsafe docking station affects the trailer transporter, the dock receiver/loader and/or any person within the dock work space.
As each facility might be totally different to others it is difficult to apply one standard solution for all, and wheel chocks is definitely not the answer.

We can help you to make your docking stations and loading ramps or bays safe work spaces.

 

Truck Docking Safety

SIGMA TRUCK IMMOBILIZER & INTERLOCKING

Loading and Unloading Risks

Loading, unloading and moving materials/goods from trucks are daily activities that, when done unsafely, can pose safety risks for everyone involved, from forklift operators and dock attendants to service technicians and bystanders, which might result in serious accidents and expensive insurance claims. Whether you are a small business owner or a large enterprise, an unsafe docking station affects the trailer transporter, the dock receiver/loader and/or any person within the dock work space.

As each facility might be totally different to others it is difficult to apply one standard solution for all, and wheel chocks is definitely not the answer.

We can  help you to make your docking stations and loading ramps or bays safe work spaces.

Truck loading enhanced safety system with interlocking

Prevent Drive Aways

Available for the first time, a product that interlocks the trailer to the loading bay ensuring drive-away cannot occur during loading and unloading. All at a fraction of the cost of the existing solutions on the market.

A product that prevents drive-aways at loading bays and reduces the dependency on written procedures. The drivers can retain their keys and above all, the loaders are in control of the situation at all times.

The device ensures the loading bay doors cannot be opened until a trailer is in place, reducing the likelihood of unauthorised access into the building via an open bay door.Improves Loading Efficiency
Additional to the increased safety, it has also been seen to improve the efficiency of the loading operation through improved communication between the yard and the loader with device giving the loader immediate indication that the trailer is ready for loading. Also, a previously unrecognised advantage of implementing this device is the security aspect.

What, Why, How?
What is it and what does it do?

The device offered by Sigma prevents the unauthorised movement of an articulated trailer during the loading or unloading of goods at a loading bay.
Why would I need such a product?

Because accidents happen. A number of high profile accidents and near misses occur every year in the logistics industry.

A typical accident…

A driver reverses up to a loading bay.
The loader starts to unload the delivered goods.
The driver realizes he has trapped his vehicle number plate, so gets back into the cab to pull the trailer forward. This happens just as the loader is reversing out of the trailer.
Consequence, loader falls through the gap.

How is it different from what’s on the market already?

The device forces the operator / driver to carry out tasks prior to the loading process beginning. The device removes the human error element. Most existing safety products used in the loading bay industry are procedure controlled, i.e. they should be used but nothing forces them to be implemented.

A typical example would be the use of wheel chocks. They SHOULD be put in place prior to the loading operation but it relies 100% on the operators integrity and the company’s enforcement of the procedure.

The Device links the articulated trailer to the loading bay door during the loading or unloading of goods.

The Device comprises of two sections:
1. The lock that controls the movement of the articulated trailer
2. The lock that controls the opening of the loading bay door.

The Device is fitted to the emergency air brake line coupling when the trailer has been reversed into position at the bay. After successful fitment, one of our coded keys is released from the Device, locking the unit firmly onto the coupling. The coded key can only be released once the Device has been fitted to the brake coupling.
The coded key is then taken to the corresponding loading bay door and used to open the door. Full system options can be viewed in the IOM and the animation section.

The secret of the system is that only one key exists per bay, thus ensuring that the door can only be opened ONCE the trailer has been secured in place. To ensure the integrity of the system, each bay will have a different code.

Flexibility

The System has such flexibility that a number of different options are available to link the door to the trailer,
dependant upon the working practices of the site, the door locks can vary from a mechanical only lock to a solenoid controlled electrical lock. The final design will be decided upon completion of a site survey.

We have added a new component to our range of drive-away prevention systems, the Chock. The unit removes the risk of accidental drive-aways occurring during loading operations by forcing operatives to chock vehicles before loading can begin.

The Chock introduces discipline into the chocking procedure by interlocking the chock to the loading bay. If the chock is not correctly fitted, the bay door cannot be opened. Like all of the existing products in our range, the Chock relies on our time-proven trapped-key technology. Once the driver has positioned the vehicle at the bay, the chock is collected and positioned. Depressing the foot pedal three times clamps the two halves of the chock together around the wheel and releases the trapped key.

The Chock is now tightly clamped and cannot be removed unless the coded key is reinserted.

The key is transferred to the control switch located at the loading bay, which will allow the loader inside the warehouse to open the door.

To remove the Chock, the loader must first close the loading bay door. The driver can then remove the key and return to the chock. Inserting the key will enable pumping of the pedal to release the pressure and subsequent removal of the chock. It should be noted that the key cannot be removed while the chock is in its free state.

 

 

As each facility might be totally different to others it is difficult to apply one standard solution for all, and wheel chocks is definitely not the answer.

We can  help you to make your docking stations and loading ramps or bays safe work spaces.