In the overhead crane market, precision and reliability are critical due to the demanding nature of heavy-duty operations, particularly in lifting and transporting heavy loads. Overhead cranes require advanced motor control systems to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe operations. The complexity of these operations demands high-performance drives that can manage constant torque, minimize load oscillations, and provide reliable braking sequences.
Addressing these unique requirements, Delta's innovative AC motor drive solutions have been successfully adapted to enhance the performance and reliability of overhead crane solutions provided by Elektro-Mak Crane Systems Ltd., a leading manufacturer of overhead cranes in Türkiye.
Elektro-Mak Crane Systems Ltd., established in 1989 in Izmir, Türkiye, is renowned for its expertise in producing overhead cranes with capacities ranging from 250 kg to 200 tons and bridge openings below 45 meters. Operating from a state-of-the-art plant in Manisa covering 6,000 m², Elektro-Mak is a prominent player in the Turkish crane market.
Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Seamless Integration
To enhance overhead crane performance, Elektro-Mak adopted Delta’s AC motor drives: High Performance Vector Control Drive C2000 Plus Series for hoisting, and Basic Compact Drive ME300 Series for long travel and trolley operations, leveraging their superior motor control and technical support to achieve a cost-efficient solution with an anti-sway function using open-loop control. Additionally, mechanical parameters are pre-configured based on site experience, significantly reducing time spent on tuning and parameter searching. The drives also communicate directly in real time, eliminating the need for PLCs.
Although the integration process faced challenges, particularly in realizing the anti-sway function without an encoder, Delta’s superior product performance, combined with persistent on-site testing and parameterization, enabled Delta’s team to successfully overcome tough environmental conditions, fulfilling Elektro-Mak’s stringent requirements in just two days—a remarkable achievement given the complexity of the task. Since the anti-sway function is highly essential to prevent possible accidents, allowing a crane system to protect both equipment and the people working around the loads, accomplishing this feature within such a short time highlights the team’s technical strength.
Remarkable Results and Enhanced Production Efficiency
The results of this collaboration were outstanding. Elektro-Mak experienced a significant improvement in crane performance, with the anti-sway function and reliable braking sequence enhancing safety and operational efficiency. This success demonstrates Delta’s commitment to delivering innovative and cost-efficient automation solutions tailored to customers’ needs.
In the words of Martien Heesterbeek, Product Manager at Industrial Automation Business Group, Delta EMEA, "This project with Elektro-Mak not only showcases our capabilities in delivering advanced automation solutions but also reinforces our commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation. We are proud to have supported Elektro-Mak in achieving significant improvements in their production processes."
Şükrü Terzi, General Manager at Elektro-Mak shared his thoughts on the collaboration: "Partnering with Delta has been a transformative experience for us. The integration of their AC motor drives into our crane systems has not only boosted our production reliability and efficiency but also underscored our commitment to adopting cutting-edge technologies. Delta’s support throughout the project has been excellent, and we look forward to continuing this successful partnership."
Outlook and Future Plans
The collaboration between Delta and Elektro-Mak has set a new benchmark in the overhead crane industry, showcasing the immense potential of integrating advanced motor control systems in industrial applications. By leveraging Delta’s cutting-edge automation solutions, Elektro-Mak has redefined industry standards, serving as a model for other companies seeking superior solutions in overhead crane manufacturing and industrial automation.
As Delta continues to innovate and expand its product offerings, it remains committed to providing reliable and efficient solutions specifically designed for crane applications including both small and high-power AC drives, supporting higher load capacities, smoother operations, and improved safety, providing advanced solutions that meet the evolving needs of the global market.
About Delta Industrial Automation
As a world-class industrial automation brand, we are dedicated to the development of AC motor drives, servo and motion control systems, programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, machine vision systems, meters and sensors, industrial control and monitoring software, and industrial robots.
Our industrial automation solutions extend to a broad range of industry applications, including electronics, textiles, food, pharmacy, rubber and plastics, packaging, printing, woodworking, and machine tools. We integrate our automation products, equipment networking, system software, IoT technology, and big data analysis to build innovative and reliable smart, green factory automation solutions for global customers, and to realize our promise of “Digitized Automation for a Changing World”.
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