The latest system is said to offer enhanced performance whilst continuing to offer an accurate and reliable auto-braking device for commercial vehicles.
The system is installed at the rear of the vehicle to detect obstructions and their distance from the vehicle whilst it is reversing, and automatically applying the brakes if it becomes too close. Like standard reversing aids, the system also audibly warns the driver of any obstructions within a certain distance from the rear of the vehicle to allow them to take caution when reversing.
To prevent unnecessary and potentially dangerous false alarms, the auto-braking radar detection is only activated when the vehicle is in reverse. This also ensures that the normal operational activity of the vehicle is not restricted. Once any obstructions or hazards are removed from the detection zone, the system will automatically reset itself to allow the vehicle to resume its manoeuvre.
The Auto-braking Radar System, like all of Sentinel’s products, can be retrofitted to in-service vehicles, or can be installed to new fleet additions to help companies comply with the latest HSE guidelines on the safe reversing of heavy vehicles.
