Sigalarm has unveiled a new range control warning system. Design for the system originated in England and later came to Orlando, Fla. Units were out in the field for two years for testing with the wireless units.
Sigalarm has combined GPS and E-field detection technology. This has reduced site hazards associated with working near power lines. Many utility companies map line locations. Combining this information with GPS enables a three-dimensional look at equipment location in relation to power lines.
“This is the only product that has E-field sensing combined with GPS to keep track of power lines. Combined technology gives better technology,” said President of Sigalarm, Lance Burney.
With Sigalarm’s new system the X Y and Z positions allow the location of the boom to be continually mapped in relation to the power lines. The data can be sent to anyone who needs to see it in addition to the equipment operator. Sigalarm’s products can be used for a wide range of equipment from lattice boom and telescopic boom cranes, side booms, excavators and concrete pumps.
“We have been in business for 15 years working around power lines with no accidents. We like to think of ourselves as the Coca-Cola of our tiny world. We are on the cutting edge of technology,” said Burney.
Sigalarm has manufactured power line warning systems for decades. Sigalarm is located in Sanford, Fla., with a primary manufacturing facility in Rockledge, Fla. In 1999, Allied Safety Systems Inc. purchased the rights to Sigalarm Inc. and continues to operate business as Sigalarm. For more information visit sigalarminc.com or call 800/589-3769.
