Autoconnector. A Tradition of Innovation. Product Information. Major Features

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A Tradition of Innovation Product Information Autoconnector Single Tandem To automatically shift between single- and tandem spreaders The Bromma Autoconnect system enables significant improvements in

The spreader shift can be between a Bromma Tandem spreader and a regular ship-to-shore single lift or twinlift spreader, but the system also offers the same benefits with regards to safety and

1 A Tradition of Innovation Product Information Autoconnector Single Tandem To automatically shift between single- and tandem spreaders The Bromma Autoconnect system enables significant improvements in safety and efficiency in the process of switching between spreaders in a crane. It is designed to be operated on a ship-to-shore harbour crane to enable a quick shift between spreaders. The spreader shift can be between a Bromma Tandem spreader and a regular ship-to-shore single lift or twinlift spreader, but the system also offers the same benefits with regards to safety and efficiency when switching between two regular spreaders. The Autoconnector distributes power and control signals to the spreader. The autoconnector shown is customized with extra equipment The Autoconnector consists of an active headblock part with an electrically driven connecting actuator and a passive spreader part. Both parts are well protected from mechanical damage and designed for rough weather conditions. To avoid sparks, no current is active on the sockets until the autoconnector has completed the docking phase. All components can be easily assembled, adjusted, removed and are accessible for inspection and maintenance. The connector blocks are standard Harting 24 pin Heavy Duty power connectors. Major Features Quickly shift between different types of spreaders in the crane headblock. Disconnect and connect a spreader to the headblock without manual work. Up to 3 connector blocks with 24 pins each available for signal and power connections. No risk of sparks. No current on pins during docking phase ID signal from spreader to select individual headblock settings Protection class IP56 when connected and for spreader part when parked.

Headblock part Headblock part Top cover Sensors Protecting skirt Inner box Actuator Carriage Guide sleeves Rails Harting 24 pin connector blocks Cones The headblock part consists of an L-shaped frame

By running the activator, the carriage is lowered by the linkage to the connecting position.

2 Headblock part Headblock part Top cover Sensors Protecting skirt Inner box Actuator Carriage Guide sleeves Rails Harting 24 pin connector blocks Cones The headblock part consists of an L-shaped frame with two vertical rails and attachments for the activator and the linkage. A carriage with an inner box is mounted on the rails. By running the activator, the carriage is lowered by the linkage to the connecting position. On its way downwards, the four cones on the carriage touches the wingshaped arms on the spreader part and forces the lower part cover to open. The two guide sleeves dock to the corresponding guide pins to ensure proper connection of the blocks. Both the connecting- and the top positions are contolled by sensors mounted on the headblock part. The headblock part is protected from rain, snow, sand and grease by the top cover and the protecting skirt. Spreader part The spreader part consists of a mounting plate with four springs. The spreader part housing is mounted on top of these springs. Up to three Harting 24 pin connector blocks and two guide pins are placed inside the housing. The housing is covered on top by two spring loaded cover plates with wings. In closed position the assembly fulfill protection class IP56. When docking, the headblock part cones hit the wings and forces the cover halfs apart. The two guide pins glides into the corresponding sleeves to finally ensure a proper docking of the connector blocks. When connected, the autoconnect fulfills the IP56 enclosure rating. When undocking, the spring loaded cover halfs are forced back to their sealing position. Springs Harting connector blocks Spreader part housing Guide pins Cover plates with wings and rubber sealings Mounting plate 2

Connecting sequence The docking process takes around 30 seconds and consists of the following steps: Covers Actuator Cones HB part Inner box Connector blocks Spreader part 1.

4. The four cones on the inner box housing touches the spreader part box cover wings and forces the covers apart. 5.

The sensor in the Headblock part senses that the connector box has reached the connected position and stops the actuator. 7. A low voltage signal is now sent trough one of the pins.

(Each spreader type has its own return pin). 8.

Finally, the rest of the signals and power cords are activated and the spreader can be taken into operation. When disconnecting, first the current will be shut off.

3 Connecting sequence The docking process takes around 30 seconds and consists of the following steps: Covers Actuator Cones HB part Inner box Connector blocks Spreader part 1. The headblock lands on a spreader guided by guide arms to proper locking position. 2. The headblock twistlocks are turned into locked position. 3. The actuator starts to lower the inner box housing. 4. The four cones on the inner box housing touches the spreader part box cover wings and forces the covers apart. 5. The guide pins inside the spreader part box docks into sleeves inside the headblock part inner box to finally guide the Harting connector blocks to join. 6. The sensor in the Headblock part senses that the connector box has reached the connected position and stops the actuator. 7. A low voltage signal is now sent trough one of the pins. The spreader electric wiring is strapped to another pin to return the signal to verify that the connection is established. It can also be used to identify the spreader type. (Each spreader type has its own return pin). 8. Now the headblock control system knows the spreader type (single spreader or tandem spreader) and can make adjustments on the headblock (sheave wheel position etc). 9. Finally, the rest of the signals and power cords are activated and the spreader can be taken into operation. When disconnecting, first the current will be shut off. Then the actuator raises the inner box to its top position indicated by a sensor. Now it is possible to unlock the headblock twistlocks and when the headblock raises and the four cones releases the spreader part cover, it will close and seal the connector blocks in the spreader part. Control system The autoconnector is normally delivered with a controller to be placed inside the electric cabinet on the headblock. The controller is pre-programmed to run the autoconnect. It can be set to manual or automatic mode. In manual mode the crane driver can give commands for Lock /unlock on spreader, Connect/ disconnect Autoconnector to spreader, sheave wheels in or out. In auto mode only two commands can be given. Connect or disconnect. Controller 3

4 ( 255,6) Dimensional Drawings Autoconnector D B D B ( 433 ) ( 365 ) (6x P17 ) ( 350 ) ( 44 ) ( 146) ( 150) ( 81,5) ( 459,3) ( 789,2) HB part Spreader part ( 720 ) ( 404,6 ) ( 290 ) D-D ( 1 : 4 ) B-B ( 1 : 4 ) ø16 (x4) 4

Full service and repair manual supplied 1 year Weight HB part: Weight Spreader part: Weight total: xx kg xx kg xx kg Docking time Undocking time: Autoconnector up/down: Inner box vertical movement:

5 Technical Data Autoconnector Surface conditioning painted parts: Design criteria: Manuals: Warranty: Sand-blasted SA 2.5 EPZn(R) zinc epoxy primer µm EP epoxy can be MIO pigmented 100 µm PUR polyurethane 70 µm Total: 220 µm connections. More than 10 years operation. Full service and repair manual supplied 1 year Weight HB part: Weight Spreader part: Weight total: xx kg xx kg xx kg Docking time Undocking time: Autoconnector up/down: Inner box vertical movement: Max number of connectors: Pin size: Continuous voltage Power Working current Continuous voltage Signals Max power consumption (Actuator when docking): Working voltage Actuator: Misalignment allowed before connecting Horizontally x and y axis: Max tilt angle: Floating movement when connected. Horizontally: Vertically: Tilt angle: Max 30 seconds Max 30 seconds Approximately 8 seconds ~150 mm 72 in 3 blocks (24 in each block) Ø2.5-5 mm VAC/pin 16A/pin 24VDC, VAC 15A (nominal..a) 24 V DC ±20 mm 2 ±20 mm 0-30 mm ±1 (all directions) Temperature range -40 to +85 IP protection class HB part: Spreader part: Parts connected IP23 IP56 IP56 5

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360 Test Labs 4 Executive Plaza Yonkers, New York Toll-Free (855) LABS Page 1 of 8 INTRODUCTION The MODEL # is an automotive power socket device designed to supply power to Apple portable devices that is marked with an output capability of 1000mA (1 amp). This device has a flat removable