Mammoet (https://www.mammoet.com/) has unveiled a 360-degree safety system in collaboration with Rietveld, a specialist in fleet management and vehicle safety technology. This joint effort aims to enhance safety for drivers and pedestrians during the movement and maneuvering of mobile cranes.
The project integrates three advanced safety technologies, initiated by Mammoet to assist its clients in meeting increasingly stringent safety standards. Initial trials are underway on Mammoet's new Liebherr LTM 1070-4.2 70-ton mobile cranes. (https://www.liebherr.com/en/usa/products/mobile-and-crawler-cranes/mobile-cranes/liebherr-mobile-cranes/ltm-1070-4.2.html)
At the core of the system is Rietveld's OmniVue 360° camera setup, comprising cameras strategically positioned on the crane's chassis to provide real-time, comprehensive views of the vehicle from various angles. This empowers drivers with a complete 360-degree perspective, inside and outside the cab, enabling them to anticipate and respond to potential hazards as perceived by pedestrians and other road users.
The second layer of safety involves a network of sensors capable of detecting individuals and obstacles within an adjustable safety radius surrounding the crane. Upon sensing a potential danger, an auditory alert notifies the driver, while an LED warning panel highlights the specific area of concern on the crane.
Completing the system is the “Halo,” which projects a visible boundary on the ground around the crane, delineating a safe zone for nearby personnel. This feature is particularly valuable in environments where auditory cues are obscured by mandatory hearing protection. The boundary can be activated manually and is programmed to deactivate automatically once a certain speed threshold is reached.
“By combining these three systems, Mammoet will improve safety, minimize accidents and damage, and give greater confidence to crane operators to create safer working environments,” Ferdi Kivanc, project coordinator EMD at Mammoet, said. “We see this as a comprehensive system that will not only enhance crane safety, but also operator training in the future. Initial tests are promising, and I am very proud of the results.”