Konecranes, a global leader in manufacturing and servicing of overhead cranes and lifting equipment, demonstrated its RailQ runway survey technology at Minexpo. Designed for overhead lifting equipment runways, this combines laser survey techniques with Konecranes-specific software to accurately measure straightness, elevation, rail-to-rail elevation and rail span.
Konecranes engineers demonstrated how the RailQ system uses visualisation technology and a remote controlled robot trolley which runs along the rail to collect data via Bluetooth® technology. The system transfers the data to a Total Station, and then generates 3D and 2D graphs of the runway rails to identify misalignment and tracking issues. It conveys information on the runway alignment in an accurate, safe and efficient manner and offers optimal recommendations for corrective action.

RailQ is a cost-effective solution for any rail system and for all makes and models of cranes. It can also reduce surveying time and minimise downtime, as it assesses all dimensions of the crane rail with one measurement. With RailQ, technicians are able to navigate the runway just once to obtain all distinct measurement data.

Additionally, Konecranes displayed its wide variety of crane service offerings, including maintenance,
consultation, remote services, training, modernisations, machine tool service, spare parts and more.