Digitalization as a Key Factor in the Crane Sector
The construction machinery industry is facing a fundamental transformation. While telematics and GPS-supported systems are already standard in many areas, specialized sectors like material handling are still lagging behind. Sennebogen, known for its mobile cranes and material handling machines, appears to want to close this gap.
Modern cranes today are far more than mere lifting tools. They function as complex data collectors that can capture information about load weights, reach, operating hours, and maintenance intervals.
Software Integration in Practice
The digitalization of cranes encompasses several core areas:
- Load moment monitoring: Intelligent systems continuously monitor crane loads
- Fleet management: Central monitoring of multiple machines
- Predictive Maintenance: Predictive maintenance based on machine data
- Documentation: Automatic recording of working hours and performance data
Industry-wide Developments
Sennebogen is not alone with this strategy. The integration of BIM data and the networking of different construction machinery types are becoming increasingly important. Particularly interesting developments are emerging in the field of automation.
The upcoming industry trade fairs like bauma will show in which direction the software strategies of crane manufacturers are developing.
