The MecMast offers a unique combination of impressive lifting strength, sturdiness, outstanding reliability and high precision. It is a screw-driven telescopic mast that has been designed to satisfy the specific demands of all kinds of applications in military, communication and surveillance fields.
The MecMast is an excellent technical solution whenever the need to carry out heavy duties is required and precise high accuracy is a critical factor. It also requires low maintenance making it an ideal solution for military applications. The exact position and the desired height can be displayed using various interface options such as PCs or laptops and different remote controls.
KEY FEATURES
Supports heavy payloads up to 400kg (882 lbs)
Extended heights up to 25m (82 ft)
Keeps the height and is operative at any intermediate position
Great variety of “off-the-shelf” and customised solutions
Wide range of mounting options for installations on vehicles, shelters or on open grounds
It can be kept extended while vehicle is moving
Performance proven rugged design guarantees for high resistance to demanding and harsh environment conditions including sand, dust, ice or snow
compliant with MIL-STD-810G , MIL-STD-461F, MIL-STD-1275E, MIL-STD-1686C and MIL-STD- 464C
Durable and reliable with minimum maintenance requirements
Different communication and control protocols are available, e.g. RS422, RS485, CAN BUS.
Customised protection bellows
The MecMast is controlled by a software loaded on a USB drive supplied together with the mast. By installing it, the operator will be able to control the MecMast from a PC or a laptop. The control screen will display the exact extended height, the turning degrees (for MecMast with electrically turnable base), the actual current consumption, the working cycles and possible warning messages. The software is available in different languages.
In addition, a simple remote control for up/down movements and a complete remote control with LCD display for all functions are also available.
The levelling system is a manually operated device specially designed for vehicle mounted masts. Its purpose is to adjust the mast inclination when the vehicle is on a slope, in order to grant to the equipment mounted on the mast top a horizontal working condition.
It is composed by a lower regulating support bracket, equipped with two manual adjusting handles and an upper holding bracket equipped with an oscillating ring.
For the MecMast series Fireco have developed special mounting solutions which allow to move the mast assembly from the horizontal to the vertical position and vice versa. This option renders the mast in the retracted state more compact and reduces the space that is necessary for its installation. In addition, the possibility to tilt the mast down to the horizontal position facilitates the operators’ access to the mast top and thus makes it easy to mount, dismount or modify the equipment to be installed. The MecMast ROOF is a compact palletised configuration suitable for installations on vehicle platforms such as military trailers or trucks. Fireco manufactures a light and a heavy version of this product, both designed to perfectly suit customers’ needs.
The 90° TILT mechanism is a unique device that is suitable for mounting the MecMast on the outside of a vehicle or on other structures. This mechanism allows the tilting of the mast from vertical to a position which is more accessible for the users. This permits to easily mount important payloads on the mast top without exposing the personnel to risky heights.
The MecMast is controlled by a software loaded on a USB drive supplied together with the mast. By installing it, the operator will be able to control the MecMast from a PC or a laptop. The control screen will display the exact extended height, the turning degrees (for MecMast with electrically turnable base), the actual current consumption, the working cycles and possible warning messages. The software is available in different languages.
In addition, a simple remote control for up/down movements and a complete remote control with LCD display for all functions are also available.
The BLG-1 is a high load gimbal designed to support high loads on harsh environment.
MECHANICAL
• Up to 200 kg of payload
• Allowed Tilt/Spin Moment 400 Nm
• ±10°, absolute accuracy ±0.1° (integrated Giro)
• Full travel -10° to +10° < 10 sec. (< 1 sec upon request)
• IP 65 (Control and motors IP 67)
• -30 to + 55 deg c
• System weight 26 kg
ELECTRICAL
• 24Vdc
• 80 watt peak power consumption
• CAN Bus controlled
• Servo motors with complete closed loop
• Homing function
• Real-time feedback
• Optional mast control
BASKET NYCOIL
Basket for the storing of an external Nycoil cable conduit.
PROTECTION BELLOW
Protection against dust and sand, available in different colours.
ICE SPACERS
Against compressed ice and snow between the collars.