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EQUIPMENT Elevator manufacturer Schindler has launched the world’s first self- COLUMBUS MCKINNON LAUNCHES FIRST CHAIN HOIST
SCHINDLER LAUNCHES LIFT ROBOTS
WITH REMOTE MONITORING
climbing, robotic system to undertake elevator installation work
on tall buildings.
R.I.S.E (Robotic Installation System for Elevators) is suspended in the
elevator shaft, before climbing to position.
The machine then autonomously scans the work environment,
then scans the shaft walls to located rebar, before drilling the holes
in which anchor bolts for the landing doors, divider beams and
wall brackets can be set.
Meanwhile, the R.I.S.E. operator is able to assess the progress
of the work, via a tablet, which shows information including the
position of the robot and percentage of applications completed,
as well as offering remote viewing of the machine via an on-board The CM Lodestar VS now features Intelli-Connect diagnostics and
camera. analytics.
Schindler says the R.I.S.E. system is able to work round-the-clock Columbus McKinnon, a designer and manufacturer of intelligent
and can complete the drilling and bolt-setting for one storey of a motion solutions for material handling, has revealed that its Intelli-
building much faster than conventional installation methods allow, Connect Diagnostics and Analytics technology is now available
as well as removing the need for humans to undertake what is a on the CM Lodestar VS Electric Chain Hoist.
physically demanding, repetitive and potentially hazardous task. When Intelli-Connect is paired with the Lodestar VS and its variable
frequency drive (VFD), this hoist is the only chain hoist that allows
operators to wirelessly program the hoist and access detailed
diagnostic and analytic information right from the plant floor on
a smartphone or tablet, the company said.
“By combining the capabilities of Intelli-Connect with the Lodestar
VS, we’ve made it easier than ever to program, maintain, monitor
and troubleshoot your hoist,” said Bryan Holby, senior global
product manager, powered chain hoists. “Customers can get
insight into how their hoist is operating to easily and proactively
monitor performance and schedule maintenance, helping them
address issues more quickly, keep operators safer and ultimately
reduce downtime.”
Intelli-Connect eliminates the need to connect a tablet or PC
to the hoist with a cord. Users can access information wirelessly
through the Intelli-Connect Mobile or Mobile+ apps from their
mobile device. Intelli- Connect is available as an option on all
new Lodestar VS units or in retrofit kits for units already in the field.

ASHOK LEYLAND STEPS UP PRESENCE IN KARNATAKA; TO
SET UP FOUR DEALERSHIPS
Hinduja Group flagship Ashok Leyland has stepped up presence
in neighbouring Karnataka by setting up four dealerships in the
region, the company said on Monday. The heavy commercial
vehicle maker has set up dealerships each in Bidadi, TumKur, Kolar
and Hoskote.
“Karnataka has always been one of the most important markets
for Ashok Leyland. The new dealerships will bolster our presence
in this geography. We have been working on creating a strong
foothold in the region, and this is a move in the right direction,”
Ashok Leyland, Head -- Medium, Heavy Commercial Vehicle,
Sanjeev Kumar said.
“Staying true to our brand promise of Aapki Jeet...Hamari jeet, this
partnership with AML Motors Pvt Ltd will help us reach out to our
customers in a timely fashion...,” he said.
AML Motors Pvt Ltd., Director, Rajiv Sanghvi said, “we are delighted
to further strengthen our partnership of more than 70 years with
Ashok Leyland and expand in Karnataka.”

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