RMT Equipment introduces next-generation of VEI onboard weighing technology

The newest generation of onboard weighing technology for excavators from Italy-based VEI is designed to ensure each bucket of material is weighed and that resulting truck loads are legal. For managers overseeing excavation, stockpiling and loading operations, this is of critical importance given that excavators often work in remote locations far away from truck scales.

Available in North America from RMT Equipment, Blainville, Quebec, the new VEI Helper XE system uses inclination sensors positioned in strategic locations on the hydraulic excavator, including the boom, stick, bucket and tracks. The system is further maximized by two pressure sensors mounted on the lift cylinder, RMT says.

Arm, bucket and machine inclination functions are controlled by the sensors without the need for mechanical moving parts that can be damaged during regular machine operation. This eliminates a potential risk for machine downtime, the company says.

The specially designed system also can be used to feed crushers and load trucks, RMT says, while taking the guesswork out of the process and maximizing material, time and profitability.

Inside the cab, the excavator operator monitors the high-definition VEI Helper XE display screen. Regardless of excavator make or model, the hardware is mounted and positioned easily in the cab using a flexible bracket.

The display screen has a user-friendly interface, navigated by a large yet simple four-directional press tool located to the immediate right of the backlit keyboard. The keyboard itself features familiar phone-type buttons for easy data entry by the excavator operator, RMT says.

The VEI Helper XE onboard weighing system provides a range of printouts, including truck load, truck load history and production by date, as well as management and configuration data, via Vprint. Its compact design allows the printer to be co-located with the monitor anywhere in the cab, according to the company.

Wireless data transmission is possible via TrackWeight Mobile, a 3G cellular modem that provides internet access from anywhere.

A standard built-in USB port located in the front of the in-cab display screen provides easy transfer of data using a standard memory stick. This allows users, when returning to their personal computers, to download data in basic spreadsheet programs and import or export that data as needed. The loading data is saved by date and time, so no overwriting will occur on the USB sticks, RMT says.

Whether using the wireless or USB data transfer, the payload information goes into a single database, from where it can be exported to billing software, according to RMT. Via the www.ipotweb.com website, different types of reports can be generated and exported to Excel, including inventory, sales analysis and machine productivity.

The VEI payload monitoring system, Ipotweb is available on a three-month free trial basis by registering at the website. Additionally, the downloadable Ipotweb app allows system users to receive daily reports on their smartphones.

Established in 1998, RMT Equipment is a leading North American specialist in VEI weighing solutions for heavy equipment and trucks. The company also offers backup and safety camera systems for wheel loaders, forklifts, log loaders, excavators, mining trucks, scrapers and asphalt recyclers, as well as for conveyor belt scales and metal detectors. RMT systems and solutions are sold and serviced by a growing network of factory-trained equipment dealers throughout the United States and Canada.