Cattron Group International’s New Controller Features “Full Metal Jacket” Durability

The MKU, Cattron Group International’s newest product is presented in a “Full Metal Jacket” form. It is one of the first radio remote controls for overhead cranes (EOT) to combine the robust design requirements of the North American market with European CE safety approvals. The MKU controller employs sophisticated industrial grade mil-spec digital components protected by a thick-walled, epoxy-coated extruded aluminum case. The ends of the housing are protected by rubberized metal plated shock-absorbing end caps. The MKU controller weighs 1.4 lbs. (634 grams) and also features switch types that are a sealed silicon elastomer product that is dust, water, oil, and acid resistant, with a tactile feel and clear epoxy coated dual-step pushbuttons.

Additional features include five bi-color LED’s for system status, low battery warning and parameter selection, power-on self-diagnostics, keypad audible feedback and low battery indication. A removable contact-less RFID key, “Transkey”, is programmed with all necessary system configuration. The system operates on unlicensed 903-927 MHz band for North and South America with other frequency bands being available in Europe and Asia. The Cattron® brand MKU controller and its companion receiver/decoder, or Machine Control Unit (MCU), are designed as dual-channel systems that incorporate advanced microcomputer electronics and surface-mount technology.

More information on the company and its products is available in Booth 2137 at NA ‘08, by calling +1 (724) 962-3571 and at www.cattrongroup.com.