Proven performance: system solution for compact tracked vehicles

In today's construction industry, it is common practice to systematically monitor typical construction machine processes. WIKA Mobile Control, a specialist in control systems and robust sensor technology, has developed a system for compact tracked vehicles. Areas of application include construction, glass installation, and facility maintenance—ideal for manufacturers who rely on modular and standardized control systems. The solution shows how the system landscape is consistently developing towards full machine control.

System solutions at a glance: Monitoring and control functions

The customer-specific OEM solution for compact tracked vehicles combines a wide range of monitoring and control functions within a single system. In addition to classic load and load capacity displays, it also offers an integrated load capacity limiter and overload protection. Additionally, the support monitoring system, together with the locking of operating modes – such as drive, crane, and support modes – provides enhanced operator control. Movement and lift limiters contribute to consistent and dependable management of all relevant machine movements.

The system solution is particularly interesting for compact tracked vehicles. Customers can choose the right system for their needs and situation, and we ensure successful system development – as adaptable as required. WIKA Mobile Control

The control functions are also tailored to the requirements of compact tracked vehicles. The solution monitors the support as needed, and movements are enabled by the system as needed, depending on the operating mode. In addition, it enables the targeted control of individual attachments. All movements can be conveniently operated and monitored via a radio remote control, including winch movement, which significantly increases flexibility and user-friendliness.

Monitoring functions

• Display of position, load, and load capacity
• Load capacity limiter and overload protection
• Support monitoring and locking of operating modes
• Movement limiter and rope winch monitoring

Control functions

• Control of the travel drive
• Control of booms and rotary movements
• Control of individual attachments
• Radio remote control of all movements
• Winch movement

Service and diagnostics: efficiency meets user-friendliness

A highlight of the system solution is the integrated diagnostics system, which simplifies both commissioning and maintenance of the machine. Error diagnostics are provided in plain text, allowing challenges to be quickly identified and resolved. A password-protected service menu provides secure access to relevant system settings. The control console offers a symbol-based menu that intuitively guides the user through the functions. In addition, the system supports guided sensor calibration and the adjustment of valve flows and control curves via a modern touchscreen display – the display of all inputs and outputs ensures full transparency and control over the system states.

Advantages at a glance

For users: Accuracy, speed, reliability

• Intuitive operation
• Minimization of downtime
• Increased operational reliability through integrated overload protection and motion limitation
• Flexibility through radio remote control and individual control of attachments
• Increased efficiency through central control of all machine functions
• Ease of maintenance through systematic monitoring and diagnostic functions

For OEMs: Adaptability, scalability, cost-effectiveness

• Customizable machine geometry and working areas
• Scalable parameterization (e.g., joystick sensitivity)
• Compatible with various sensors from WIKA Mobile Control and other manufacturers
• Expandable for future requirements
• Support from WMC during system development and commissioning