In the race towards more sustainable industrial practices, the need for energy-efficient systems in heavy-duty machinery has never been more critical. The NorrDigi MCC (multi-chamber cylinder) system offers an innovative solution for material handling applications, such as forklifts.
The NorrDigi MCC system at a glance
The core of the NorrDigi MCC system is advanced components; multi-chamber cylinders, accumulators, and an electronic control unit (NorrECU®). The intelligent system ensures precise movement control and automatically recovers energy that would otherwise be lost as heat like in conventional hydraulic systems. The system's design minimizes the need for throttling by allowing multiple force states, resulting in more efficient movements. The system's critical advantage lies in its ability to store excess energy in accumulators, the energy which can then be reused during peak power demand. The specific feature significantly enhances the energy efficiency of material handling operations, particularly in lifting and lowering cycles.
Increased productivity is a key benefit
The NorrDigi MCC system promises to significantly reduce energy consumption by leveraging cutting-edge energy recovery technology, making it a game-changer in modern logistics and industrial operations. Based on the conducted study, the system can potentially gain an estimated 40-50% more work hours with a single charge (depending on the work cycle).
Test findings: energy recovery up to 70 %
The energy recovery test focused on comparing the performance of a conventional hydraulic system with the NorrDigi MCC system in a 16-ton forklift. The test involved five lifting cycles, with the forklift lifting a load to a height of four meters, using different weights (0, 4, 8, 13, and 16 tons).
The test results revealed remarkable energy savings, with the NorrDigi MCC system recovering up to 70% of the energy during lifting cycles. The energy-saving potential was consistent across different load weights, from as low as 4 tons to the full 16 tons. The NorrDigi MCC system maintained superior energy efficiency, even at low-weight workloads, compared to the conventional hydraulic system.
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Enhanced Movement Control and Safety
In addition to energy recovery, the NorrDigi MCC system excels in movement control and response time. Throughout the test, the system consistently outperformed conventional systems in terms of speed and response time.
For instance, when lifting an 8-ton load, the NorrDigi MCC system responded within 210 milliseconds, compared to 800 milliseconds for the conventional system. The improved responsiveness is crucial for material handling applications where precision and speed are paramount. Furthermore, the system's built-in software ensures smooth deceleration, reducing oscillation and protecting the structure from peak forces, thus improving overall safety.
Conclusion: A Leap Towards Sustainable Material Handling
The results of the NorrDigi MCC energy recovery test underline the system's potential to revolutionize energy efficiency in material handling. By recovering up to 70% of energy during operations, the system not only reduces operational costs but also contributes to the broader goal of sustainable development in mobile machinery. The combination of advanced energy recovery, optimized component performance, and enhanced movement control makes the NorrDigi MCC a compelling choice for industries looking to adopt greener practices.
As industries continue seeking innovative energy efficiency solutions, the NorrDigi MCC system offers a promising pathway toward a more sustainable future in material handling.
The test illustrates a significant breakthrough in industrial energy conservation, demonstrating that substantial efficiency without compromising performance can be achieved with advanced technology like NorrDigi MCC.
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