The APS is a contactless absolute positioning system for elevators. It supports speeds of up to 20 m/s and distances of up to 1,500 m. As SIL 3 rated, it can be used for safety-relevant functions.

Features

• SIL 3 certified
• Wear-free, contactless principle
• Absolute position up to 1,500 m with a resolution of 0.5 mm
• Velocity up to 20 m/s with a resolution of 0.001 m/s
• Integrated building compression detection, no additional sensors needed
• Floor level detection using mounting clips
• Very robust system due to high light reserve and dual camera readout
• Robust against smoke and dust
• CAN, RS485 or customer-specific interfaces available
• Simple and flexible mounting

Mechanical