18.12.2025

Sinoboom obstacle avoidance

Sinoboom has introduced a new collision detection and avoidance system for its boom lifts, dubbed Sinoboom CARS (Collision Avoidance Radar System).
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The system utilises a network of sensors employing solid state ultrasonic and dual fusion radar technology, located around the platform, to detect stationary and moving risks and objects in three dimensions in real time.
When a risk is identified, the system initiates a series of automated alerts designed to prevent incidents and protect both the machine and operator.
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One of the sensors

The alerts come in three stages:
- Early warning: Visual and audible alerts warn operators as the boom lift approaches an obstacle, allowing action before contact.
- Speed reduction: If the boom lift continues towards the obstacle, the system automatically slows its movement.
- Active braking: When danger is imminent, the system automatically stops the machine as a final safeguard.

Hyman Yu, head of Sinobooms' global product management centre said: “Human nature means that even the most skilled operators can be fallible, and when working at height, any momentary lapse in attention can have serious consequences. CARS has been developed to provide operators with a secure and intelligent safety net – the ability to take over and even stop operations in the event of a collision becoming imminent.”