MTBM Guidance System
Navigation control is one of the most critical elements for successful microtunneling. Design criteria installation accuracy is maintained using active laser guidance systems.
A shaft station reference laser is positioned on line and grade behind the jacking frame and protected from disturbance. The laser is projected down the tunnel onto the MTBM’s active target at the design’s line and grade. The MTBM contains three inclinometers read and transmit the MTBMs pitch, yaw, and incline data coordinates. Target sensors relay this data to where it is numerically displayed on the operator’s control console.
FEATURES:
- Light‑sensitive TGS100 target reads the laser beam and transmits x/y coordinates and MTBM incline.
- Detects the point of highest light intensity.
- Two redundant inclinometers measure MTBM pitch and roll.
- Target display shows current and projected cutterhead position.
- System logs 100+ data points for reporting alignment deviation, face pressure, and torque changes.
Testimonials
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I had the pleasure of working with Akkerman on one of our projects for which they designed and constructed a project specific hard rock TBM for a curved water conveyance tunnel high in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Akkerman not only provided great solutions and technical support for the project but was a pleasure to work with in a collaborative teaming environment that allowed us to not only reduce project risks but reduce construction costs and schedule. During that project, I visited the Akkerman production facility to inspect the TBM under construction; I was extremely impressed with the Akkerman management, staff, and systems for quality control. I look forward to a long future of working with Akkerman and their products on our tunneling projects.