JumboGuard is a laser scanner-based assistance system that protects personnel working with underground drill rigs, by blocking the drill hydraulics when personnel enter the 'danger zone'.
Two laser sensors continuously scan the left and the right-hand side of the drill rig. The surrounding area is divided into a safe working area (home zone) and the boom operating zone (danger zone). An automatic mapping algorithm finds the contour of the tunnel wall. This boundary is used as a perimeter for the home and danger zone, which recalibrates automatically and dynamically as the vehicle moves.
JumboGuard always starts in a safe state with the hydraulics isolated. This prevents the unintentional start of the drill and boom movement. Release of the drill hydraulics is only allowed if the danger zone is free.
The machine crew knows at any given time the state of the hydraulics, which is indicated by means of audible signals as well as traffic light LED’s.
Essential information is displayed on a small ruggedized operator touch display inside the operator cabin. As the system continuously performs a self-check procedure, this panel also provides diagnostics information for maintenance.
JumboGuard is developed and produced by Yumarr Automation. Murray Engineering is the certified distributor of JumboGuard.
To find out more information or to request a quotation for your drill rig, speak to our team by emailing sales@murrayengineering.com.au or calling 1800 MURRAY/ 08 6459 7800.
9 сен 2024
