Control Options

There are two fundamental methods to control hydraulic equipment and Premier employ both on their pallet inverters. The first is a basic system of lever controls opening simple spool valves and the other is to use solenoid operated valves activated by low voltage push button command.

The lever system on the FS has proved reliable and popular with customers for many years and continues to be standard equipment on this model. Operators used to driving forklift trucks are comfortable with the “feel” that the levers give for the motion of the machine, particularly when a load needs to be clamped gently. Other than a direct hit from a forktruck, lever controls are fairly indestructible and will give long dependable service.

Individual push button control on a pendant will allow the forktruck driver to operate the inverter from his cab which can be a definite time-saver. Equally, some inverters can only be controlled with solenoid operation primarily where pressure or proximity sensors are fitted to restrict movement.

Most Premier inverters can be designed with a semi or fully automatic option. With the former, it is necessary to maintain finger contact on one button to run the machine through its clamping and turning sequence. Full automatic allows the operator to leave the machine to run on its own but also means a higher level of safety guarding is required.

All these methods can now be supplied with an infra-red option, thereby avoiding trailing or hanging cables. The operator simply points the handset at a sensor on the front of the guarding in order to run the inverter.

Premier’s Intelligent Clamping system is a low cost additional option with all push button machines. It monitors the pressure required to handle each load regardless of weight and stops squeezing at a preset level above this to avoid damaging the product.

All customers rely on the safe handling of their loads in our inverters. Premier always aim to provide the ideal system of control, combining ease of use with safety and efficiency. We use only fully-available off the shelf parts and will customise controls to meet your needs completely.