Inspection vehicle equipment

Fitting modules made by Kummert take up little space, are robust and easy to install. Due to their dimensions, all components are suited for fitting out vans of various sizes and models, as well as drain cleaning vehicles.

All modules are completely assembled when delivered. Installation by a specialist company of your choice can thus be completed quickly in only a few steps. The cable drum is hooked into the lowering device, the crawler is connected to the cable and put in the designated drawer and the survey can be started.

Lowering hoist

The module for crawler and cable drum constitutes the principal item in the rear compartment.

Optimally positioned

A telescopic pull-out and continuously adjustable magnetic brakes ensure the lowering belt to be perfectly positioned above the manhole opening, while the vehicle is not required to be parked in an exact position at the manhole’s edge.

Perfectly illuminated

Two LED manhole lamps with 15 Watts each use only little power, yet provide for sufficient output and illumination of the manhole during the lowering process, allowing the crawler to be brought down in the manhole center without hitting anything on its way down.

Securely stored

The crawler drawer features cut-outs for the wheels and ensures the crawler’s safe position during transport requiring no additional safety measures. Even a wheel change can be performed with the F-200 remaining in its drawer.

Easily hooked

The lowering belt is 8 m long and can be easily hooked onto the crawler F-200 with the lowered lift arm serving as guide.

Studio

The Studio features a high-power computer, all control elements for crawlers and cameras as well as a user-friendly and comprehensive software.

Everything in sight

Any inspection can be easily followed on the 27“ full HD monitor with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels. In addition to the live image, operating buttons and the crawler control panel, the display is big enough to also show a 3D model of the pipe network, which is created automatically and in real time during inspection by the use of various data. Switching back and forth between different windows is not necessary.

High-performance computer

The Intel® Core i7-4790 processor ensures a smooth work-flow without any delays. Large files or amounts of data can be imported and processed quickly. Thus importing GIS maps, inscribing videos and exporting files are considerably less time-consuming.

Comfortable operation

The control panel is perfectly adapted to the operating position of the inspector. The slightly tilted joysticks allow the hands to rest in a relaxed way. All controls can be reached easily and the software is operated via mouse and keyboard.

Subsequent text overlay

Recording videos in high and medium quality allows for subsequent text overlay. When this option has been selected, status texts and properties entered during inspection will be inscribed in the video during the final export in the office. Prior to the export, all data remain editable.

Optional Battery pack

A fully charged battery pack allows for up to ten hours of battery-powered inspection.

Long operating time

A fully charged battery pack allows for up to 10 hours of battery-powered inspection. So all jobs planned for one work day can be completed in a swift and non-stop manner.

Short charging time

The battery pack can be charged during the drive or over night if connected to a conventional power outlet. This process takes about 8 hours once the battery has been completely discharged.

Accessories for crawlers

Additional lighting

The crawler F-100 also comes with an additional lighting fixture to facilitate the inspection of pipe diameters from DN200 and up.
The mounted lighting fixture keeps the camera on the F-100 centered in the pipe during inspection. 6 equal-white LEDs provide for a perfect illumination of the pipe up to DN400.

Wheel sets

Various sets of wheels are included in the scope of supply. Additional wheels can be purchased optionally.

Optional wheel sets F-200

A set of pneumatic tires for pipe dimensions of DN500 and up can be acquired as an optional accessory. The supplied torque wrench guarantees the simple process of mounting each set of wheels.

can3D^® Studio

With can3D^® projects are prepared and revised, rehabilitation measures can be planned and entire maps are designed. The customer receives a full set of reports as well as a complete 3D model of the sewerage system.

Preparatory work

Projects can not only be created and prepared on Profi 3+ but also in can3D^®. Thus the operator can use the full time on site for inspection tasks. Imported maps and drawings again form the basis of each 3D project. If there’s not plan data available, manual drawings can be done or map sections can be downloaded from OpenStreetMap.org.

Manholes and drainage objects mark the beginning and end of pipes and sewer sections. Their position on the map can either be determined manually or measured. The entered designations will later be used for a correct naming of pipes and sewer sections.

Inspection and mapping

Of course the survey of pipes and sewer sections is done in accordance with the selected inspection standard. The software requests all needed information and offers a list of feasible findings. Along with its condition, the pipe run is detected and immediately displayed as a three-dimensional model.

Editing and post processing

Basic information and findings can be edited, deleted or completed. If subsequent text overlay was selected, changes will not only be implemented in the reports but also on the video image. Only during the final export texts are firmly inscribed in the video.

The 3D model of the drainage systems can also be revised. Thus errors made during the inspection like a wrong angle or position of a bend or branch can be corrected without much effort. Missing connections between pipes, sewer section, manholes and drainage object can be established with a few mouse clicks.

Rehabilitation measures

The findings made during the survey as well as the map are the ideal basis for planning a rehabilitation of the sewer system. The preset list is editable and can thus be adapted to the respective range of rehabilitation techniques. After selecting the desired measure, the exact position and length is entered.

A colored label including the description is displayed on the map and optionally on the reports. Together with displaying the according findings this plan is the ideal tool to communicate a complex rehabilitation project.
 

Documentation

The entered information and findings are automatically transferred into well-structured reports. With the help of an editor individual masters and designs can be created.

The contents and scope of documentation is determined with the help of an export wizard. Thus the operator has full control over the result that the customer will receive. Of course a free of charge viewer software is included.

Sample project

If you would like to get a picture of the results that you can present your customers with can3D^®

Lowering device

Battery pack

Studio

Crawlers

Cable drums

Crawlers

With our crawlers pipes up to a dimension of 800 mm can be inspected. An integrated locating transmitter, slope measurement and tip protection are only a few of the fantastic features of F-100 and F-200. High picture quality and ideal illumination ensure convincing results.

F-100 – The small and compact crawler for pipes from 100 mm to 400 mm

With its various sets of wheels and a powerful additional lighting, F-100 is the ideal choice for the inspection of pipes from 100 mm to 400 mm.

Various camera functions

At any time during the inspection K-70 can measure the nominal diameter – no matter if it is mounted to F-100 or used as a push camera. Macros allow the inspector to quickly pan the camera to 90°, check a connection or align the camera.

Safe lowering

A moving cable arm facilitates for an easy lowering of the F-100 into the manhole without a lowering rope. The camera automatically tilts up, so the rear wheels hit ground in the manhole at first. Damage to the camera head during the lowering process can thus be avoided.

Drive and control

Two powerful EC motors ensure high performance. The speed settings can be adjusted to four different speed levels, and the built-in speed control keeps the desired speed.

Easy navigation of bends

F-100 and K-70 are connected via a spring joint. When the crawler enters a curvature, the camera head bends up to 35°. Afterwards the spring joint and therefore the camera straightens automatically.

Automatic roll-over protection

In order to keep the crawler from becoming tipped over, an internal sensor measures the slope of the lateral axis. As soon as a deviation is detected, the crawler is automatically being steered back, therefore, kept from rolling over.

Integrated locating transmitter

F-100 features an integrated locating transmitter that allows the operator to localized the crawler in the pipe at any time. The transmitter can be operated with a frequency of 512 Hz or 640 Hz.

F-200 – Flashlight for perfect illumination and crystal clear image

F-200 is suitable for pipe diameters of 200 mm up to 800 mm. A range of spacers and wheels ensures the best possible traction in all types of pipes. The lift arm always positions the camera centered.

Continuously adjustable lift arm

The camera does not have to be mounted – it is firmly connected to continuously adjustable lift arm. The pipe diameter is entered and the camera will automatically be centered in pipes from 200 mm to 800 mm diameter.

High image quality

16 high-power, equal-white LEDs flash continuously and offer sufficient illumination in any pipe, which supersedes additional lighting. The progressive recordings are of sharp quality, thus allowing for a still image to be created from the video.

Drive and control

The crawler F-200 stands out due to its rugged power-train and simple control system. Four powerful EC motors drive each wheel individually. The speed settings can be adjusted to four different speed levels, and the built-in speed control keeps the desired speed.

Continuous slope measurement

While inspecting the slope is continuously measured. The detected value is displayed at the camera control panel and optionally on the live image.

Integrated locating transmitter

An integrated locating transmitter ensures that the crawler can be localized in the pipe at any time. The transmitter can be operated with a frequency of 512 Hz or 640 Hz.

Cable drums

The cable drums can be used for mobile inspection but can also be mounted in an inspection vehicle. The operating panel allows an exact positioning of the crawler in the manhole and the spring lever arm regulates the unwinding and rewinding.

Automatic un- and rewinding

The cable is guided over a lever with a built-in sensor. The lever‘s height adjusts according to the cable tension and the sensor identifies whether cable is to be given or rewound, thus offering several benefits for a survey: The crawler drives forward more smoothly and easily as the cable is always being unwound at a constant rate. When the crawler stops, the unwinding process comes to an immediate halt as well.

Flexible cable guide

An innovative ring guide ensures that the cable can now be fed downwards in any direction, thus giving the user much more flexibility in selecting the operating position for the cable drum.

Integrated meter counter

When cable is unwound, the meter counter immediately takes precise measurements. The meter count can be reset to zero via can3D® at any time.

High-quality cable

The Kevlar^® reinforced cable ensures an extremely high tensile strength. Thus it is very durable and hard-wearing.

KR-200XS

The cable drum KR-200 is primarily made from anodized aluminum, which makes it extremely robust, yet still portable with its weight of 24 kg.

Due to its low weight the KD-200XS is easily portable and therefore the ideal equipment for mobile inspections. Of course it is also compatible with the lowering device and can thus be used in an inspection vehicle.

Control panel

Aside from the emergency switch and button for manually rewinding the cable, the control panel features a two-axis-joystick, which drives the crawler forwards or backwards and steers it.

KR-200/ KR-320

The control panel offers a large range of features like steering the crawler, adjusting the height of the lift arm and rewinding the cable. The functional range and position of the operating panel make KR-200 and KR-320 most suitable for the use in an inspection vehicle. Of course theycan also be used for mobile inspection.

 Control panel

The crawler can also be operated via the control panel on the cable drum. Aside from the emergency switch and buttons for resetting the meter count and manually rewinding the cable, the panel features additional noteworthy operating controls: A two-axis-joystick controls the crawler. The height of the lift arm can be continuously adjusted via a rocker switch. Last but not least, the display shows the current meter count, lift arm height or the need to mount a set of wheel spacers, depending on the current action.

 Pulley

The pulley guides the cable around any edge and angle from the manhole into the pipe and helps protect the cable sheath from abrasion. Spring latches in each guide facilitate subsequent cable insertion, thus allowing for the crawler to remain connected to the cable drum and be lowered into the manhole before mounting the pulley.