USER MANUAL

Anti-collision and zoning system

SMIE AC243
Anti-collision
and
Zoning System

User Manual

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Summary
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System description.
1. Composition of the AC243 Anti-collision system. 3
2. General safety recommandations. 4
3. Functionality of the AC243. 4
4. Installation diagram of the AC243 on a tower crane. 5
5. Interconnection diagram. 6
6. TB45 information display for the crane operator. 7

Operation principle.
7. Zoning operation principle. 8
8. Tracking operation principle (Anti-collision). 9
9. Safety features. 9
10. Specific case of « jib / tower » interference. 14

Specific procedures.
11. Operating procedure for a travelling crane. 15
12. System neutralization. 16

General specifications.
13. Standard specifications. 17
14. Warranty and service. 18

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System description

1. Composition of the AC243 Anti-collision system

Standard composition of the AC243 system:

A central unit UC35.

A crane operator display TB45.

A machine interface IM45 supplied with an inter-

connection cable and a plug for the
neutralization.

A slew sensor BROR45 with its bracket.

A power supply box BJ45BS with its brackets.

A trolley sensor with a CANA45 converter.

A flashing light SL35.

5 CAN cables, 10m long, with M12 connectors.

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Optional equipments:

A travelling sensor CAD40.

Radio transmission RAC2 or RAC3.

2. General safety recommandations.

The installation of the AC243 system must be performed by a qualified person, trained by SMIE for
this purpose otherwise SMIE declines any responsibility.
For training on installation and servicing of the AC243 system, contact SMIE.
There is no component inside the system that can be repaired by the user.

Switching off the AC243 system:

1. Disconnect the interconnection cable from the IM45 and install the neutralization plug.
2. Switch off the AC243 main power contactor.
ATTENTION: This product belongs to category A. It can create radio interferences in a residential
environment. In this case the user may have to engage appropriate actions.

3. Functionality of the AC243.

The purpose of the driver help system AC243 is to solve problems created by:

The interference between cranes, on multi-cranes sites,

The protection significant zones.
In France, the system enables work sites to conform to the regulation of the French Ministry of
Work and Professional Training dated 6th March 1991.
The AC243 controls interference areas jib/jib and jib/counter-jib by creating a safety envelope
around the trolley of the high crane, and around the jib, counter-jib and mast of the low crane. The
system takes over by pre-braking/decelerating and/or automatic stopping of the crane when a
collision or a prohibited zone is detected (see §8 and §9).
As standard this system can control up to 18 cranes (cable link), each crane interfering with a
maximum of 4 others.

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4. Installation diagram of the AC243 on a tower crane.

The diagram below shows the standard positioning of the AC243 components. However, for
practical or technical reasons, some positions may change. For example, on self erecting cranes or
luffing cranes.

Slewing gear
At the top of crane Trolley winch

Around the On operator's cabin

electrical cabinet

Standard component
Optional component

On travelling
bogie

At the bottom of
crane

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5. Interconnection diagram.

BROR45
IM45

BJ45BS
SL35
TB45
UC35

CANA45
RAC2
RAC3

Elément optionnel
Elément standard

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6. TB45 information display for the crane operator.

Some red LEDs inform the crane operator on the status of the movements controlled by the AC243
system. On top of this a screen, 2 lines of 16 characters each, displays the information of slewing
position and when configured trolley and travelling positions of the crane.

124.8° 28u 126u

- code E - 16:34
!
K A

TB40

Logo Function LED OFF LED ON

Trolley out. free. Cut.

Trolley in. free. Cut.

Slew right. free. Cut.
Slew left. free. Cut.
Travelling forward. free. Cut.
Travelling backward. free. Cut.
Not
Neutralization of the AC243. Activated.
activated.
! Status of the device. Normal. Default*.

Slewing position of the jib.

Trolley position on the jib.

Travelling position of the crane.

* The information of default comes together with an aural signal and an error code displayed at the
bottom left of the screen.
For more information on the error code, see the « List and significance of the AC243 error codes »
in appendix.

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Operation principle.

7. Zoning operation principle.

The AC243 system intervenes automatically on the crane mechanisms in order to ensure its
complete halting in direction of the “danger”.
The slowdown angle in orange depends on the necessary angle (labelled β on the diagram) for the
jib to completely stop when it is working at full speed in the most unfavourable conditions (wind and
load).
To overcome its inertia, the stopping of the jib is achieved by initially reducing the slewing speed.
In practice, the AC243 adapts the slowdown angle according to the slewing speed.
A safety distance (2m minimum) is added to the area to be protected. It varies with the risks and
specific requirements of the construction site.

Prohibited zone
2m

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8. Tracking operation principle (Anti-collision).

The AC243 system intervenes automatically on the crane mechanisms in order to ensure its
complete halting in direction of the “danger” and in a safety envelope (labelled α on the diagram):
 For a low crane (labelled G1 on the diagram), the safety envelope « protects » the jib and
the counter-jib.
 For a high crane (labelled G2 on the diagram), the safety envelope « protects » only the
hoist ropes.
To overcome its inertia, the stopping of the jib is achieved by initially reducing the slewing speed.
The slowdown angle in orange depends on the necessary angle (labelled β on the diagram) for the
jib to completely stop when it is working at full speed in the most unfavourable conditions (wind and
load). free
In practice, the AC243 adapts the slowdown angle according to the slewing speed.

G2 β G1

β
α
α

9. Safety features.
In order to ensure that sites conform to the regulation of the French Ministry of Work and
Professional Training dated 6th March 1991, the devices work in a « positive safety » mode.
The « positive safety » is ensured in 4 cases of site configuration: (see diagrams below)
 Free slewing.
 External default (Communication default between devices).
 Internal default (Faulty device or loss of voltage).
 Neutralization.

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A crane is stopped.
Situations Consequences
When the high crane is powered off, its
G1 G2
trolley position describes a circle
Crane G2 (high crane) is stopped (crane command off prohibited to the jib of the low crane.
but AC243 still powered) with the trolley positioned at
the start of the jib.
G1 G2

The flashing light is off.

When the high crane is powered off, its

G1 G2
trolley position describes a circle
Crane G2 (high crane) is stopped (crane command off prohibited to the jib of the low crane.
but AC243 still powered) with the trolley positioned in
the middle of the jib.
G1 G2

The flashing light is off.

The trolley of the high crane cannot

G1 G2 operate the red zone anymore.
Crane G1 (low crane) is stopped (crane command off
but AC243 still powered).
G1 G2

The flashing light is off.

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Communication stopped between two AC243 (external default).

Situations Consequences
Both cranes cannot operate in the
In this example, the counter-jib of G1 (low crane) does respective red zones.
G1 G2
not interfere with the ropes of G2 (high crane).

This situation is applicable for cable and radio On both cranes the flashing light is
G1 G2
communication. ON, as well as the default LED and the
aural signal of the TB45.

NOTA
Situations Consequences
If the counter-jib of G1 (low crane) interferes with the Both cranes cannot operate in the
ropes of G2 (high crane), the device of the low crane G1 G2
respective red zones.
takes into account the sector of the jib and also the one
of the counter-jib.
On both cranes the flashing light
G1 G2
This situation is applicable to all cases of positive is ON, as well as the default LED and the
safety listed below. aural signal of the TB45.

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The AC243 is faulty (internal default).

Situations Consequences
Both cranes cannot operate in the
respective red zones.
G1 G2

The AC243 of G2 (high crane) is faulty or not

powered.
On both cranes the flashing light
G1 G2
is ON, as well as the default LED and the
aural signal of the TB45.

Both cranes cannot operate in the

respective red zones.
G1 G2

The AC243 of G1 (low crane) is faulty or not powered.

On both cranes the flashing light
G1 G2
is ON, as well as the default LED and the
aural signal of the TB45.

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The AC243 is neutralized.

Situations Conséquences
The low crane cannot operate in the red
zone.

G1 G2

The AC243 of G2 (high crane) is neutralized by the key On both cranes the flashing light
or the neutralization plug. is ON, as well as the aural signal of the
TB45.
G1 G2
On crane G1 the default LED of the TB45
is ON.
On G2 the neutralization LED of the TB45
is ON.
The high crane cannot operate in the red
zone.

G1 G2

The AC243 of G1 (low crane) is neutralized by the key On both cranes the flashing light
or the neutralization plug. is ON, as well as the aural signal of the
TB45.
G1 G2
On crane G2 the default LED of the TB45
is ON.
On G1 the neutralization LED of the TB45
is ON.

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10. Specific case of a « jib / tower » interference.

The management of the interference between the jib and counter-jib of a low crane and the mast of
a high crane is a standard function of the AC243.
The example below represents 2 cranes on a same travelling track (fig1).
By activating the « jib / tower » function in the AC243 systems, the devices permanently measure
the distance between both cranes and stop the dangerous movements in order to prevent the jib
and counter-jib of the low crane to enter in collision with the tower of the high crane (fig2).
The minimum distance between two cranes (fig3) is equal to the length of the low crane’s counter-
jib plus the distance of the safety area applied (see §8).

Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3

G2
G2 G1 G2

G1

G1

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11. Operating procedure for a travelling crane.

On some worksites, one or more cranes can be mounted on rail track. In order to take account of
the movement of the crane on its track, it is necessary to equip it with a specific travelling sensor
set on one of the crane’s bogies (figure 1).

The reliability and good operating of the travelling sensor depend entirely on the condition
of the crane’s travelling system (track and bogie).

To prevent any positioning error due to the Fig. 1

wheel slipping on the track, the sensor is
equipped with one or two re-adjustment cells.
Each re-adjustment cell is activated when
passing above a metallic “flag” set on the track
(figure 2).
The flags must remain in good condition
and at their original position.

For each modification of the crane’s track, it is

necessary to contact your installer inn order to
evaluate the modification to be engaged.

To much « slipping » in the travelling position can lead to major malfunction of the anti-collision and
zoning functions (collision, stop to far,…).

It is therefore imperative that the crane

Fig. 2
operator travels above the re-adjustment
flags as often as possible (at least twice a
day) and checks these flags condition
everyday.

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12. System neutralization.

a/ Neutralization by key from bottom of crane.

In specific cases (depending on mounting requirements), you can use

the « override key » on the BJ45BS generally located at the bottom of
the crane to neutralize the AC243 system.
When turned to «green » the system is enabled (key removed), when
turned to « red » it is neutralised.
Nota : Neutralization with the key of the BJ45BS can be insufficient in
case of a major breakdown of the AC243. Therefore, it can be
necessary to use the neutralization plug (see procedure below) in
order to complete the function.
The site management can decide to use the « override key » on the BJ45BS for one reason only:
To discriminate between AC243 system and crane failure.
Once the crane neutralized, its movements are unrestricted. There is no more interference control
nor forbidden areas for the concerned crane. In order to ensure maximum safety on the worksite,
the systems of the other cranes consider the whole area where the overriden crane could enter as
forbidden but keeps managing other interference areas (see §9).

b/ Neutralization by the neutralization plug.

To neutralize the AC243, disconnect the plug  from the IM45 , then connect the
« neutralization plug »  on the plug .

  
The neutralization plug can only be used for:
1. Crane mounting or dismantling operations.
2. Safety system Configuration.
3. AC243 or crane failure investigation.

At the end of each installation, the override key and neutralization

plug are given to the site manager.

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13. Standard specifications.

The AC243 components must be stored in a clean and dry place. When the system is not used, the
plug covers must be installed.

UC35
Protection IP33
Dimensions (mm) 200 x 120 x 75
Weight 200 g
Storage temperature -40°C to70°C
Operating temperature -25°C to60°C
Input voltage 11-30 VDC
Consumption 90 mA
Standards CEM EN 61000-6-4 (emission), NF EN 61000-6-2 (immunity)
IM45
Protection IP33
Dimensions (mm) 250 x 160 x 80
Weight 1300 g
Storage temperature -40°C to +70°C
Operating temperature -25°C to +60°C
Input voltage 20-30 VDC
Consommation max. 700 mA
Standards CEM EN 61000-6-4 (emission), NF EN 61000-6-2 (immunity)
Standards TB45
Protection IP33
Dimensions (mm) 180 x 130 x 50
Weight 750 g
Storage temperature -40°C to +70°C
Operating temperature -20°C to +60°C
Input voltage 11-30 VDC
Max consumption. 250 mA
Standards CEM EN 61000-6-4 (emission), NF EN 61000-6-2 (immunity)
CANA45
Protection IP33
Dimensions (mm) 65 x 55 x 60
Weight 200 g
Storage temperature -40°C to +70°C
Operating temperature -25°C to +60°C
Input voltage 11-30 VDC
Max consumption. 60 mA
Standards CEM EN 61000-6-4 (emission), NF EN 61000-6-2 (immunity)

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BJ45BS
Protection IP33
Dimensions (mm) 290 x 180 x 100
Weight 1800 g
Storage temperature -40°C à +70°C
Operating temperature -25°C à +60°C
Input voltage 3x340-575VAC – 50-60 Hz
Max consumption. 500 mA
CEM EN 50081-1 (emission), NF EN 61000-6-2 (immunity),
Standards
EN 60950 (electrical safety)

BROR45
Protection IP33
Dimensions (mm) 360 x 120 x 120
Weight 1800 g
Storage temperature -40°C à +70°C
Operating temperature -20°C à +60°C
Input voltage 11-30 VDC
Max consumption. 80 mA
Standards CEM EN 61000-6-4 (emission), NF EN 61000-6-2 (immunity)

The AC243 system conforms to the Machinery Directive and is labelled .

14. Warranty and Service.

Warranty on SMIE products includes all production defects according to our General
Sales Conditions and specific conditions for each product.
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