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Shockswitch™ ID
Increase employee safety while decreasing facility/product damage with Shockswitch ID-A PC-driven way to comply with OSH regulations
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The complete Shockswitch program is designed to aid managers in:
• Reducing forklift maintenance costs
• Improving driving habits
• Reducing rack and product damage
• Complying with OSH standards
• Providing ongoing driver training
• Creating a safer, more productive work environment |
• Control Vehicle Access: PC driven databases record authorized operators by forklift
• Monitor Driver Training: ShockMate software tracks need for operator training
• Log Impacts: Record impacts by date, time, driver ID
• Alarm Duration: Program unit to sound alarm on impact
• Inactivity Logoff: Program forklift to shut down after a user-specified period of inactivity
• Maintenance Timer: Schedule audible alert for planned maintenance checks
• Logout/Tagout: Shockswitch ID can be used to lock out a truck needing repair
• Halt on Impact/Halt Delay: Program for halt after impact option. User determines delay
Control Forklift Access and Identlfy Operation
The Shockswitch ID integrates with a forklift’s ignition system to identify and limit access to trained operators.
The Shockswitch ID requires a prospective driver to “log on” using an iButton green Operator’s Key that fits a simple key reader on the unit. The iButton serves as a critical component in the interface between the Shockswitch unit and the monitoring software – ShockMate. Once properly coded, the Shockswitch ID will not allow the forklift to be operated without an authorized iButton key.
iButtons are a proven technology in a wide variety of industries. The use of iButtons as a means to identify forklift operators versus an operator code system is preferred due to the security it provides to both operator and company.
Designate Specific Drivers to Operate A Forklift
The exclusive ShockMate software aids in complying with OSH regulations concerning forklift driver training and certification. Upon setup using an IBM-compatible PC, the software will ask for information, such as forklift type and ID number. Driver information including names and certifications will also be collected. Based on this data, a supervisor will use the Managers key to relay an operators list to each Shockswitch ID-equipped forklift. The unit will allow only drivers with authorized keys to operate each truck. The software also alerts the expiration dates of certifications.
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Assign Abnormal Lift Impacts To Operator
The Shockswitch ID is equipped with an adjustable impact sensor. When an impact exceeding the sensor’s threshold is sustained, the time, date, and driver ID are recorded. This information is stored in memory for later downloading to a computer for analysis.
The Shockswitch ID can be programmed to react to an impact in various ways.
• Record only the time, date, and driver ID
• Sound the forklift horn after impact for a specific period of time (1 to 59 seconds)
• Latch the forklift horn on continuously after impact until a supervisor resets it
• Disable the forklift |
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| Shockswitch In A PC Environment |
| With the red Settings Key a manager using ShockMate software can enter lift truck operating parameters to create a safe operation program for the fleet. Alarms can be set to sound for up to 59 seconds or continuously until reset. Shutdowns after impact can be delayed by up to 255 seconds to allow the equipment to be moved out of harm’s way. |
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Planned maintenance alert schedules from 50 hours to 999 hours can be programmed into the unit with the red Setting Key. In addition the blue Maintenance Key is used as a lockout/tagout device. |
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Information recorded by a single Shockswitch ID is downloaded with the yellow Managers Key. This key retrieves the data and stores it for upload to a computer running ShockMate software. The key is placed in a reader and the ShockMate software prints the data on a computers printer. |
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The Shockwatch® DataRanger is an optional collection device used in lieu of the Managers Key. It downloads information from up to 50 lift trucks if the Shockswitch memories are full—more trucks if not—and uses static memory to protect data in the event of power loss.
| SHOCKSWITCH SPECIFICATIONS | Operating Temperature: -20C to +60C
-4F to 140F
Operating Humidity: 0-100% Non-condensing
Operating Shock: 10G (nondestructive)
100G (destructive)
Case Size: 4.33 in. X 4.33 in. X 2.8 in.
Case Material: Polystyrene
Case Rating: NEMA 4X
Weight: 2.5 lbs.
Power Source: 10-60 VDC
Impact Detection: User adjustable threshold sensor
Impact Detection Range: .3G to 7G
Data Storage Capacity 400 events
(Operator log on/off)
(Impact time/date)
Data Retrieval: With Yellow Managers Key
Relay Output: Open Contact fused @ 5 amps
Closed Contact fused @ 10 amps
Output Alarm: Piezoelectric 98db.
ShockMate Software Requirements
Operating system: Win 95, Win 98, Win NT, Win 2000, Win ME, Win XP
Memory: 6 Mb hard drive, 8Mb RAM
DataRanger Specifications
Memory: 522K Flash
Battery: 9V alkaline or U9VL lithium
18 – 24 month life (U9VL)
Enclosure: ABS, 4.2 x 2.4 x .9 inches
Weight: 5 ounces |
