CIFA, a longstanding leader in technological innovation for the concrete industry, introduces the latest evolution of its truck-mounted pump management software: Smartronic Pro. This new version, available as an upgrade, introduces advanced features that further enhance the precision, safety, and efficiency of machine placement and concrete pumping operations.

Smartronic Pro not only inherits all the advantages already present in Smartronic Plus, such as optimized stability management and advanced diagnostics, but also introduces four new innovative functions that take efficiency and operational safety to a higher level. These new features further expand the system's potential and simplify operator work, offering an unprecedented control experience.

What can you do with Smartronic Pro?

The 4 new functions for total control

Virtual Span: define limits, overcome obstacles

The Virtual Span function introduces an innovative concept of safety and precision in pump control. Imagine a complex construction site filled with obstacles: buildings, trees, power lines. Virtual Span allows you to define virtual limits for height (H min and H max), creating an invisible "cage" that protects the pump from potential collisions with the surrounding environment.

The system utilizes angular sensors, installed on each boom section, which monitor the position of each section, and a pressure sensor on the first section's cylinder, which controls boom extension. The operator sets the minimum and maximum working height with the boom extended in the operational position. The system automatically recognizes the set height value and prevents incorrect maneuvers.

Advantages:

• Collision prevention: maximum safety for the operator, the machine, and the surrounding environment.
• Working in confined spaces: the ability to define virtual limits allows operation in construction sites with limited space, without compromising safety.
• Maximizing the work area: fully utilize the pump's reach while remaining within safety limits.
• Increased peace of mind: focus on your work without constantly calculating distances and heights.

Angle Fence: delimit the work area with a gesture

Angle Fence is the optimal solution for operating in contexts with lateral obstacles. This feature allows you to delimit the pump's work area practically and intuitively, automatically defining the turret's rotation radius.

The system utilizes angular sensors on the turret, which monitor the boom position, and a pressure sensor on the first section's cylinder, which controls boom extension. The operator sets the rotation angle by positioning the boom in the desired operational position.

Advantages:

• Avoid accidental movements: maximum safety during operations near lateral obstacles.
• Work safely near buildings or power lines: delimit the work area to avoid any contact with hazardous structures.
• Simplify repetitive operations: if you need to perform similar movements in sequence, Angle Fence will help you maintain precision and avoid errors.

Section Block: unprecedented flexibility and control

The Section Block function introduces a new level of flexibility in boom control. This feature allows you to block the movement of two or more consecutive boom sections.

The system utilizes sensors positioned on the boom sections, which monitor their position and inhibit their movement, and a pressure sensor on the first section's cylinder, which controls boom extension. It is possible to block two or more consecutive boom sections. This function prevents accidental operations during activities in confined spaces.

Advantages:

• Work in confined spaces: by blocking unnecessary sections, you can avoid accidental movements that could interfere with the surrounding environment.
• Pump concrete into specific positions: by blocking some sections, you can maintain the boom in a stable and precise position during pumping.
• Work in windy conditions: by blocking some sections, you can increase boom stability and reduce wind-induced oscillations.

Constant Height: uniform and uninterrupted pumping

Constant Height is the feature that optimizes pumping operations in a line or on slabs. Thanks to this function, it is possible to move the boom via joystick while maintaining a constant height from the ground during in-line or slab pumping.

The system utilizes sensors positioned on the boom sections, which monitor the boom position and coordinate section movement, and a pressure sensor on the first section's cylinder, which controls boom extension.

Advantages:

• Uniform concrete flow: the system maintains a constant boom height, ensuring a continuous and uninterrupted concrete flow.
• Greater precision: the constant boom height allows you to distribute concrete evenly and precisely, avoiding accumulations or voids.
• Reduced operator fatigue: there is no longer a need to continuously adjust the boom height during pumping, reducing operator stress and fatigue.

Other functions available with Smartronic Pro

Automatic boom folding and unfolding: simplicity and speed at your service

Boom opening and closing are operations that require time and attention. With the Automatic Boom Folding and Unfolding function, Smartronic Pro simplifies and speeds up this process.

Through a simple command on the radio remote control, the operator can start the automatic sequence of boom opening or closing. The system, thanks to position sensors and sophisticated control algorithms, autonomously manages the movement of the sections, ensuring a smooth and safe operation.

Advantages:

• Time savings: the operator no longer has to manually perform boom opening and closing, resulting in significant time and effort savings.
• Greater efficiency: the automated procedure allows you to optimize working times and increase productivity.
• Safety: the system constantly monitors boom movement, ensuring a safe and risk-free operation.
• Reduced operator stress: simplifying operations reduces operator stress and fatigue.

ASC 2.0: uncompromising operational flexibility

The ASC (Advanced Stability Control) system has always been a strength of CIFA truck-mounted pumps. With Smartronic Pro, ASC evolves further, offering even greater operational flexibility.

ASC 2.0 allows you to reach otherwise inaccessible work positions, while ensuring maximum machine stability.

Advantages:

• Larger work area: ASC 2.0 allows you to reach difficult pumping points, expanding the machine's operational possibilities.
• Flexibility in complex situations: in construction sites with limited space or where obstacles are present, ASC 2.0 offers the freedom of movement necessary to complete the job efficiently.
• Guaranteed safety: even in borderline working conditions, the ASC 2.0 system ensures machine stability, preventing rollovers or potentially dangerous situations.

Antibouncing System: stability and precision even with long booms

Boom oscillations are a common problem during pumping, especially with long booms or in windy conditions. The Antibouncing System of Smartronic Pro is the solution to this problem.

This function significantly reduces boom oscillations (up to -25%). The system constantly monitors boom movement and intervenes precisely to dampen oscillations, ensuring greater stability and precision during pumping.

Advantages:

• Greater precision: reducing oscillations allows you to position the pumping terminal more accurately, improving the quality of the pour.
• Greater stability: the more stable boom reduces the risk of accidents and damage to the machine.
• Greater operator comfort: fewer oscillations make work more comfortable and less stressful for the operator.

Radio Remote Control with Display: all information at your fingertips

The new radio remote control with integrated display is another key element of Smartronic Pro. This intuitive and complete tool offers the operator total control over the machine and its operation.

The display shows real-time pump working parameters, such as pressure, flow rate, and boom angle. Additionally, the display shows safety limits and any error messages, allowing the operator to intervene promptly if necessary.

Advantages:

• Total control: the operator has all the necessary information to manage the machine efficiently and safely.
• Intuitive interface: the display is easy to read and use, even for less experienced operators.
• Increased safety: error messages and safety limits displayed on the display help prevent accidents and damage to the machine.

CIFA: the future is in your hands

CIFA does not simply produce machines but creates innovative solutions that simplify operator work and contribute to a more efficient and safe future for the construction industry. Smartronic Pro is tangible proof of this philosophy, a system that looks to the future and puts technology at the service of humankind.

With Smartronic Pro, you get an advanced and intuitive control tool that allows you to fully exploit the potential of truck-mounted pumps, while ensuring maximum safety for you and the surrounding environment.

Ready to enter the future of concrete pumping?

For more information on Smartronic Pro and its features, contact your CIFA dealer