DEVELON has announced that its Series 9 smart crawler excavators will now be equipped with advanced intelligent safety technologies designed to reduce accidents and protect workers.
The manufacturer is introducing a new generation of optional smart safety solutions, including the E-Stop system, which automatically stops machine movement when a person is detected within a four-metre safety zone.
Diggers can also be equipped with technologies such as around-view monitoring and collision-risk warnings.
Stephane Dieu, product manager for Develon excavators in Europe, said, “E-Stop technology is comparable to emergency braking systems used in the automotive industry, and has already attracted strong attention from operators seeking practical solutions to improve site safety standards.”
The Smart All-Around Viewing Monitor (SAVM) and E-Stop system form an AI-powered safety platform providing real-time 360-degree monitoring of the machine’s surroundings. Using six cameras and three radar sensors, the system continuously scans from a 13-metre detection range, enabling operators to understand their environment and effectively eliminate blind spots.
Seven selectable viewing modes allow monitoring of the front, rear, left, and right sides of the machine at any time. When personnel are detected, operators receive immediate visual alerts and audible warnings.
The E-Stop system works alongside a Virtual Wall function to prevent accidents operators may not see or anticipate. The surrounding work area is divided into defined safety zones.
