The unmanned STS crane was realised as a logical step in ABB’s extensive range of automation solutions for both STS and stacking cranes. This is an excellent example of how one market segment can benefit from progress made in another segment. The unmanned operation was one important step in a series of development projects targeting STS crane productivity, energy efficiency and driver ergonomics.
Instead of sitting in the cabin attached to the trolley, the crane operator supervises the operation from a remote control station similar to that used for Automatic Stacking Cranes (ASC). For the operator, this means a greatly improved working environment without any stress imposed on his back.