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PONSSE Harvester Active Crane system supports the operator: Easy too use, straightforward and smooth
by Ponsse Plc
The Harvester Active Crane system improves crane control and work efficiency. The system has received excellent feedback from its users.
With Active Crane, operators can directly control the movements of the harvester head, instead of the individual operations of the crane. This allows the operator to focus on wood processing, not only controlling the crane. The system also slows down all movements automatically before the end of travel to protect mechanical structures and the operator from straining impacts.
“The system helps operators and allows them to focus on the quality and efficiency of work instead of crane control,” says Markku Savolainen, product manager of equipment automation at Ponsse.
Active Crane also makes the training of new forest machine operators easier, helping them learn how to work economically, while saving the machine’s structures. The crane can easily be controlled using two levers, one of which controls the harvester head’s height from the ground, and the other the direction of movement. The typical movement ranges of harvesters have been addressed in the design. The crane only includes one additional module and a magnetic sensor in the extension cylinder, ensuring simple and reliable technological solutions.
Harvester Active Crane, available as an option, requires the Opti 5G control system. The option is currently available for Scorpion machine models in selected market areas. The availability of Harvester Active Crane will be expanded to other machine models and market areas.
HANNU LIIKANEN, KARTTULAN METSÄTYÖ OY, FINLAND
Hannu Liikanen, Karttulan Metsätyö Oy, Finland
”I’ve used Harvester Active Crane for a few years now. I wouldn’t go back, as the system has made working so much more easily. When you control the harvester head’s movements instead of individual functions, you can keep going longer. You don’t have to focus on crane operations in so much detail. It’s great to see how systems like this are developed to make working easier.”
RONNY BENGTSSON, UGB SKOGSSERVICE HB, SWEDEN
Ronny Bengtsson, UGB Skogsservice HB, Sweden
”The crane is always in the correct position and offers maximum strength and added smoothness. It makes working easier, and the crane never hits the ground. I’ve also noticed that Harvester Active Crane reduces fuel consumption, making working even more effective and economical. I’ve been using the system since the autumn of 2021.”
HARRI KIVELÄ, METSÄ-MULTIA OY, FINLAND
Harri Kivelä, Metsä-Multia Oy, Finland
”After a few months of using the system, I’ve noticed a difference. Using the crane isn’t as tiring. Especially in thinning sites you notice it: after a long work day, you still have energy left for the last few hours of working. Harvester Active Crane makes working easier and helps you keep going.”
