Tampa, Fla. - It is estimated that between 900 to 1,100 crane-related injuries occur each year in the United States, costing on average between $205,000 and $490,000, depending on the severity. To date, the most expensive crane-related injury was in Illinois, where the settlement was 29 million dollars for a quadriplegic injury. There is no question that crane-related accidents can be monumental disasters, yet few companies take proactive preventative measures. **In response,
Keytroller, a designer, manufacturer and supplier of electronic safety and weighing devices, has unveiled the
FOREWARNER-MAXI for overhead cranes. Built with heavy duty die-cast aluminum to withstand the toughest environments, the FOREWARNER-MAXI ensures pedestrian safety by projecting a solid blue or red tightly focused spotlight on the floor that alerts pedestrians to the hook's location. In addition, the spotlight aids towards precise positioning for crane operators by providing a framing reference between the floor and hook.
In addition,
Keytroller has released a clip-on lens cover that transforms the spotlight into a linelight on the floor below. Many crane operators prefer the linelight for additional load control.
Watch the FOREWARNER-MAXI in action!"With an average of 89 deaths occurring annually in the United States due to crane accidents, there is no question that there is a serious need for proactive safety measures," said Terry Wickman, President and CEO of Keytroller. "The
FOREWARNER-MAXI provides an inexpensive solution, easily paying for itself with a single prevented accident."
The energy efficient FOREWARNER-MAXI features light emitting diode (LED) lights, produced by CREE in the United States. The product's 10 foot cable connects to input voltages of 12, 24, 36 or 48 volts of direct current (VDC). The mounting bracket is adjustable 150 degrees up or down, allowing for precise positioning.
Keytroller also offers two LED and nine LED blue and red lights for mobile equipment.
To view a video of the FOREWARNER-MAXI in action or obtain additional product information, visit the FOREWARNER-MAXI product page **Source: https://www.zurichna.com/NR/rdonlyres/3D9890D9-91FB-4326-BB1E-505CEEFC417B/0/Understanding_the_Risks_Associated_with_Cranes.pdfAbout Keytroller, LLCFounded in 1988, Keytroller, LLC designs, manufactures and supplies a full line of electronic safety devices designed for forklifts, construction equipment, aerial lifts, personal carriers, boats and vehicles. Their solutions include: RFID/code, access-monitoring systems; electronic checklist automation; impact and speed sensing and control; directional shift controls; anti-theft wireless relay systems; digital video DVR recorders with GPS; wireless camera viewing systems, forklift spotlight warning LED, cellular and WiFi hour meters; and high accuracy hydraulic weigh scales. Keytroller is headquartered in Tampa, Florida and enjoys relationships with over 500 North American equipment dealers (aftermarket) many OEM vehicle manufacturers (installed as original equipment) and importers in England, Europe, Australia, South America and Southeast Asia. Visit
www.keytroller.com for more information.