Forklift Collision Avoidance Systems
We design and install advanced forklift collision avoidance systems to help our customers increase site safety. By installing a range of solutions on forklift trucks, we can reduce collisions and the possibility of accidents across a wide range of material handling operations. This includes warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, loading docks and more.
At Transmon Engineering, we specialize in identifying and deploying the most appropriate forklift collision avoidance system, based on the individual application and customer requirements. We understand that every operation faces unique challenges, which is why our forklift collision avoidance solutions are tailored to address specific site risks, pedestrian traffic patterns, and operational demands, supporting the requirements of OSHA’s powered industrial truck standard (29 CFR 1910.178).
We have a range of collision avoidance solutions, each suited to different scenarios. These operate at two levels of intervention. When a hazard is detected, the system automatically reduces the truck’s speed, keeping the operator in full control at all times. The right level for your operation depends on your trucks, your facility, and the risks you need to manage. Our team will help you identify the best fit and detection methods for your needs.
Benefits of Collision Avoidance Systems
- Improves site safety & operator confidence
- Actively intervenes – automatically reduces truck speed, rather than only warning the operator
- Two levels of intervention to suit any fleet
- Works with cameras and proximity warning systems
- Ideal for almost any type of forklift and material handling vehicle
- Protection for pedestrians, assets, and inventory
- Ideal for inside and outside usage
- Can be retrofitted to your existing fleet
- Compatible with diesel, propane, and electric forklifts
- Supports OSHA powered industrial truck safety requirements
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Our Forklift Collision Avoidance Systems
Our collision avoidance products are available at two levels of intervention. When a hazard is detected, the system automatically reduces the truck’s speed. Level 2 adds a second stage of intervention through the vehicle’s own electronic braking system. Each level is explained below, so you can see which configuration best suits your trucks, your facility, and the risks you need to manage.
Automatic Slowdown
Slows the truck when a hazard is detected
Level 1 provides automatic speed reduction the moment a hazard enters the detection zone. An iTEch-7 or RSPC2 speed controller is connected to a camera or proximity warning system - when a pedestrian, object or vehicle is detected, the truck automatically slows to a safe, pre-set speed. The operator stays in full control throughout, with the system working quietly in the background until it is needed.
- Powered by the iTEch-7 or RSPC2 speed controller
- Pairs with camera or proximity warning detection
- Adjustable trigger distances and speed settings
- Suitable for the widest range of trucks and applications
Two-Stage Electronic Braking
Slows the truck, then applies the vehicle's own electronic brake for maximum speed reduction
Level 2 goes a step further with two stages of intervention. Modern material handling equipment - particularly electric trucks - uses sensor-based throttle and braking controls. Level 2 works with this system. The first trigger slows the truck when a hazard is detected, and a second engages the vehicle's own electronic brake to reduce speed even further if the hazard remains in the truck's path. A camera or proximity warning system provides the detection, and the operator remains in control at all times.
- 2x iTEch-7 controllers - one for speed control, one dedicated to electronic braking
- Uses the truck's existing braking system - no additional braking hardware
- Suited to modern equipment with electronic braking systems
- Requires a camera or proximity warning system
cause of forklift-related workplace fatalities is pedestrians being struck by the vehicle
serious injuries involving forklifts occur in US workplaces every year
of forklift accidents could be reduced through improved operating procedures and operator training
Data courtesy of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Compare Our Collision Avoidance Systems
Use the table below to compare both levels at a glance. Still not sure? Get in touch and we’ll recommend the right setup.
| Feature | Level 1Automatic Slowdown | Level 2Two-Stage Electronic Braking |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention | Automatic slowdown | Two-stage - slowdown, then electronic braking |
| Braking method | None - speed reduction only | Vehicle's own electronic brake |
| Speed controller | iTEch-7 or RSPC2 | 2x iTEch-7 |
| Detection | Camera or proximity warning | Camera or proximity warning |
| Truck suitability | Widest range of trucks and applications | Modern equipment with electronic braking systems |
| Additional braking hardware | None | None - uses the truck's existing brake |
Not sure which level suits your fleet? Get in touch and our team will help you identify the best fit.
Our Hazard Detection Solutions
Transmon’s collision avoidance systems use multiple detection technologies to identify pedestrians, objects, and other vehicles around your forklift. Depending on your operational requirements, detection can be handled by camera systems, proximity warning technology, or both working together. The detection technology integrates seamlessly with our iTEch speed controllers, triggering automatic speed reduction the moment a hazard is identified. Here’s how each detection method works:
Camera-Based Detection System
Camera-based detection provides visual hazard identification using multiple cameras positioned around the forklift truck. The cameras monitor blind spots and high-risk areas, automatically triggering speed reduction when pedestrians or objects are detected. This approach is particularly effective in open warehouse and distribution center environments, giving operators visual confirmation of detected hazards. The system distinguishes between obstacle types, providing a graduated response based on proximity and risk. Camera options include Proxicam and Blaxtair.
Proximity Warning Detection System
Proximity warning detection uses transponder technology to identify personnel and other equipped vehicles within configurable detection zones around your forklift. Each person carries a tag that communicates their location, giving the system precise directional information while logging all detection events for safety analysis. It works in all weather conditions and provides 360-degree coverage, making it well suited to environments where consistent tag compliance can be maintained – such as ports, lumber yards, and outdoor storage facilities.
Advanced Sensor Fusion
We’ve developed what we call sensor fusion – a method of combining data from multiple detection systems to work together rather than independently. For example, we might combine camera-based detection for visual confirmation with proximity warning technology for consistent personnel tracking, creating a comprehensive safety solution that adapts to your facility’s unique operational demands.
About Our Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
Our collision avoidance systems combine detection, speed control, and intelligent intervention to provide comprehensive forklift protection. From speed control to proximity warning, we offer integrated solutions that can be tailored to your specific operational requirements.
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