Crane CCTV Camera Control System

The Crane CCTV camera control system meets the requirements of Crane operators worldwide. The Crane CCTV camera system is certified to be installed in hazardous areas and is primarily used on offshore cranes, supplied with up to 3 cameras to provide a clear view of the cargo, the wire drum, and pedestal enhancing hoisting operations.

Clear View of the Load

Whereas building structures, objects, distances, and light conditions formerly represented big challenges for the crane operator, the Crane TV makes even the most challenging tasks feasible. With a crane camera installed to overlook the topside of the load and crane hook assembly, valuable information is relayed to the crane operator via his monitor. Offered a clear view of the load on the monitor the traditional difficulties of maneuvering the load safely and efficiently have been reduced significantly.

Automatic Object Tracking

The optional Automatic Object Tracking feature automatically zooms in on the predefined object, tracking the payload during hoisting or lowering, keeping the object a constant size on the screen. This is practical for checking clearances, correct wire spooling, etc. The interface unit uses an analog feedback signal from the wire drum.

Integrated Oil Damper

The Crane Camera overlooking the crane hook assembly is suspended from the crane structure via an integrated oil damper. The design keeps the camera in a stable vertical position even when the crane boom is tilted. The oil damper absorbs shocks and vibration protecting the camera and ensuring stable pictures.

Joystick or Push-Button Control

Depending on the model, the Crane TV system includes either a joystick or a push-button based control. All camera functions such as iris, zoom, focus, and camera selections can be operated with the joystick. The joystick can be removed from the control box and installed into other panels if required.

A compact central unit links the system together as well as provides room for the electronics and the power supply for the camera station.

Model CT 10 Ex Basic has one remote-controlled camera input with a pushbutton-based operation panel to control zoom, focus, and iris. One fixed camera station or Picture in Picture (PIP) functionality is available as an option.

Model CT 30 Ex Advanced has two remote-controlled camera inputs with a joystick-based operation control. The system offers onscreen menus for easy configuration and adjustment of parameters. Auto Object Tracking and One controllable/fixed camera station or Picture in Picture (PIP) Unit are available as options.

Quick Connect – Disconnect

Eaton’s introduction of the quick-connect range for CCTV systems in hazardous and harsh industrial environments enhances the capabilities of the entire system. The quick-connect/disconnect solution has been designed for use in oil and gas fields and industrial complexes both onshore and offshore and is used with both explosion-proof and safe area CCTV cameras.

The CCTV quick-connect provides a high integrity, robust, safe, and standardized connection solution for CCTV systems allowing rapid and reliable connection and disconnection using a pre-wired cable tail and socket fitted to the CCTV camera station. This is in turn connected to the prewired field cable fitted with a matching plug allowing for quick CCTV system installation and decommissioning. This is available for both land and offshore drill rigs, optimizing rig availability.

Eaton’s connectors have met the most rigorous standards for a wide range of global certifications and approvals, including Ex certification with ATEX and IECEx directives. They are also UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 1977 recognized, meet Canadian Electrical Code (CSA) with C22.2 No. 182.3 and are Ingress Protection 66 and 68 rated.

Features and Benefits

• Reduces CCTV system’s operational commissioning and decommissioning (rig-up/rig-down times)
• Visual mating alignment improves installation time
• Connector shells are constructed from high tensile strength aluminum; hard anodic coating per MIL-A 8625, Type III
• Contacts are silver-plated copper, crimp type for optimal connectivity
• Reversible 8-point diamond cord grip relieves strain on conductors (patent pending)
• Protective screw cap for when connectors are not in use to avoid damage or contamination.
• IP66/IP68 rating, NEMA 4X & 6P
• Ambient temperature -60°C to +55°C
• CE marked
• Optimized for HERNIS multi-cables

Note: specifications and features model dependent