17.06.2014

Genie upgrades SmartLink

Genie has simplified and upgraded its SmartLink control system following a customer demand and feedback.

The SmartLink control system, used the company's scissor lifts, features a joystick for drive and steer and push button for up and down, it also allows customers to work with the machine’s diagnostics directly on the unit without any additional tools. Advanced diagnostics can be obtained by connecting a standard laptop to the machine with an ethernet cable.
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The simplified SmartLink controller

The changes include a new, simplified platform control interface, as well as additional functionality, The upgrade will also reduce hand fatigue by replacing the ‘push and hold’ with a ‘momentary push’ button to begin lifting. The upgrade will be fitted to all new machines from this summer and can be easily retrofitted on existing machines.
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Advanced diagnostics are available by ethernet connection.

Associate product manager Christine Zeznick said: “The SmartLink upgrade is a clear example of how we continuously improve our products to provide additional value to our customers. Early customer feedback has been enthusiastically received.”

The SmartLink system upgrade applies to Genie scissor and portable products that use the SmartLink control system including the GR, GRC, QS , slab scissors and GS69DC/BE scissors.