Safety when reversing: Linde Reverse Assist Radar
Covering your back
Intralogistics require the highest precision at maximum speed. However, the risk of accidents is particularly high when travelling backwards with counterbalance forklifts. Distracted operators, blind spots when moving and behind the truck pose a constant risk of collision with people, shelves and other trucks. That is why about two-thirds of all personal accidents with industrial trucks* occur when the forklift is reversing.
The solution: the Linde Reverse Assist Radar assistance system. It recognises moving and static objects when reversing and warns the operator of potential collisions. In an emergency, it actively intervenes in the situation and brakes, bringing the truck to a standstill. This effectively prevents collisions with pedestrians and obstacles.
*Source: BGHW Germany, 2023
High-performance sensors for maximum safety
At the heart of the Linde Reverse Assist Radar are powerful sensors that reliably detect both stationary and moving objects in the rear operating path. The detection range is set as standard to the rear width of the truck, but can be individually customised if required. Goods and objects next to operating routes, such as in block warehouses, are ignored, meaning that the system only reacts to real dangers, avoiding false alarms and unnecessary stops.
Intelligent and dynamic to fully stopped in a flash
If the Linde Reverse Assist Radar detects an obstacle, it calculates the dangerous situation in a flash. In doing so, it takes into account factors such as speed, steering angle, lifting height and distance to the object. If the risk of collision is imminent, the system intervenes in the operating command and automatically brakes with a force of up to 3 m/s². This means that the Linde Reverse Assist Radar brakes significantly stronger than comparable solutions. The braking behaviour is always optimally adapted to the individual situation.
Alarm via sound and display
In parallel with the speed reduction, the operator is alerted by a multi-stage warning system. A penetrating warning tone signals the impending collision. If the forklift has the optional 7” display, the operator also receives visual warning signals and a message to check the area behind the truck. The operator can override the system by pressing a release button to be able to reverse from stationary in tight spaces unimpeded.
Protection when reversing
- Continuous monitoring of the area behind the forklift truck
- Detection of moving people and objects when the truck is at walking speed
- Detection of static objects at truck speeds of up to 15 km/h
- Automatic braking to a standstill in the event of obstacles
- Acoustic operator warning in the event of imminent collisions
Protection when starting from a standstill
- Person detection at the rear of the forklift truck
- Prevention of collisions with objects in the danger zone
- Acoustic warning for operator and pedestrians
- The truck can be operated again with confirmation via release button
Advantages at a glance
- Avoiding collisions through automatic braking
- Reliable detection of people and objects
- Warning the operator when approaching obstacles
- Intelligent adaptation of braking behaviour based on the hazardous situation
- High reliability regardless of lighting conditions
- Adjustable safety detection range and ignores ‘standard’ fixture meaning no unnecessary stops
- Can be combined with other assistance systems for all-round protection
Safe in all visibility conditions
A major advantage of the Linde Reverse Assist Radar is that it works reliably under all conditions. Whether it is dark, bright sunshine, or fog – the sensor technology recognises every obstacle, regardless of the lighting conditions. Detection at knee height ensures reliable detection of people. The system even registers people when they are working in a crouched position or partially obscured.
Always the safest combination
The Linde Reverse Assist Radar can be seamlessly combined with other Linde assistance systems. A perfect partner is, for example, the Linde Front and Reverse Assist Camera. The AI-based cameras detect the risk of collisions with people when moving forward as well as backward and reduces the speed of the forklift if there is a risk. Reverse Assist Radar combined with Front and Reverse Assist Camera thus provides comprehensive all-round protection for man and machine.
Safety made to measure
Linde offers the right solution for every safety problem, from personal protection systems, optical warning systems and intelligent operating assistants to holistic safety concepts. Our experts determine which solution is right for each individual case in a personal consultation. Feel free to contact us.
