The next generation
After the publication of the new DGUV 201-027 in March 2020, we felt compelled to develop and constructively implement new protection concepts. The aim was to at least meet or even exceed the DGUV specifications. The focus was also on consistent compliance with the relevant machinery directives and consideration of the regulations that must not be neglected in connection with the ROPS FOPS cabin. In addition, it was important to us to further improve the functionalities and ergonomics in combination with an appealing design. As a result, we can now offer a protective conversion for explosive ordnance disposal and earthworks that also delivers what it promises.
The conversion has bullet class BR 7 and explosion class greater than ER 4!
It thus offers the highest resistance class currently available for the civilian market.
On request, or for military applications, the protection class can be increased by replacing components, or extended to all-round armouring by fitting side modules. All-round armouring can also be retrofitted, as the basic model is already pre-equipped.
All functions in detail
Extended protection of the right side of the cabin
On the right-hand side, all non-glazed front surfaces are clad with 12mm steel
Increase of the explosion resistance
The floor armour is designed as a trough and is bolted to the side panels with special connecting elements mounted in rubber. This technique prevents the cabin from tearing off in the event of an explosion and can also transfer bending forces from the upper armour to the floor assembly. In addition, this solution offers the possibility of replacing the partial armouring with full armouring at a later date.
Special connecting element
The special connecting element is a swivel part made of stainless steel and connects the floor pan with the side parts of the armour.
Special floor pan
The floor pan is not only a central component of the safety concept, it also features removable inspection hatches. The standard headlights as well as the side steps can be mounted again.
Windscreen wiper
The standard windscreen wiper is integrated into the newly designed housing. In addition to this function, the housing also accommodates four headlights and serves as a canopy to keep the upper part of the windscreen, which is not covered by the wiper, dry.
Windscreen heating
The two windscreens are kept free of ice with a total of nine warm air nozzles. The warm air is generated by a parking heater installed in the underbody or via the vehicle heater. The air is directed through the two A-pillars.
All-round visibility
The relocation of the wiper motor to the upper housing allows the entire height of the windscreen to be utilised, which significantly improves upward visibility. Furthermore, great importance was attached to ensuring that visibility is impaired as little as possible by the protective conversion.
Cabin storage
After dismantling the 8mm cover plates, the structure of the steel construction is clearly visible. The base body rests on its own cone bearings and is glued and bolted to the driver's cab of the carrier without load.
Cone bearing
The two conical bearings, together with the special connecting elements, bear the weight of the complete upper armouring. This prevents overloading of the original swinging elements of the driver's cab and increases safety against tearing off the floor assembly.
Protection concept
The protective structure is designed to be self-supporting and only makes additional static use of the cabin structure.
Steel construction
Steel construction is of great importance, as very high demands are placed on the quality of the welds and the manufacturing tolerances of +/- 0.25 mm. All sheets are laser-cut and CNC edged. Only after thorough inspection are the prefabricated parts released for further installation.
Frame girder
The frame girder is milled from one piece as a double T-profile and, together with the two other transverse profiles, ensures the necessary torsional rigidity of the overall construction. This is particularly important for even load distribution and a safe pane position.
After the publication of the new DGUV 201-027 in March 2020, we felt compelled to develop and constructively implement new protection concepts. The aim was to at least meet or even exceed the DGUV specifications. The focus was also on consistent compliance with the relevant machinery directives and consideration of the regulations that must not be neglected in connection with the ROPS FOPS cabin. In addition, it was important to us to further improve the functionalities and ergonomics in combination with an appealing design. As a result, we can now offer a protective conversion for explosive ordnance disposal and earthworks that also delivers what it promises.
The conversion has bullet class BR 7 and explosion class greater than ER 4!
It thus offers the highest resistance class currently available for the civilian market.
On request, or for military applications, the protection class can be increased by replacing components, or extended to all-round armouring by fitting side modules. All-round armouring can also be retrofitted, as the basic model is already pre-equipped.
All functions in detail
Extended protection of the right side of the cabin
On the right-hand side, all non-glazed front surfaces are clad with 12mm steel
Increase of the explosion resistance
The floor armour is designed as a trough and is bolted to the side panels with special connecting elements mounted in rubber. This technique prevents the cabin from tearing off in the event of an explosion and can also transfer bending forces from the upper armour to the floor assembly. In addition, this solution offers the possibility of replacing the partial armouring with full armouring at a later date.
Clear view
All-round visibility
The relocation of the wiper motor to the upper housing allows the entire height of the windscreen to be utilised, which significantly improves upward visibility. Furthermore, great importance was attached to ensuring that visibility is impaired as little as possible by the protective conversion.
Special camp
Cabin storage
After dismantling the 8mm cover plates, the structure of the steel construction is clearly visible. The base body rests on its own cone bearings and is glued and bolted to the driver's cab of the carrier without load.
Cone bearing
The two conical bearings, together with the special connecting elements, bear the weight of the complete upper armouring. This prevents overloading of the original swinging elements of the driver's cab and increases safety against tearing off the floor assembly.
Laser cut and CNC
Steel construction
Steel construction is of great importance, as very high demands are placed on the quality of the welds and the manufacturing tolerances of +/- 0.25 mm. All sheets are laser-cut and CNC edged. Only after thorough inspection are the prefabricated parts released for further installation.
Special elements
Special connecting element
The special connecting element is a swivel part made of stainless steel and connects the floor pan with the side parts of the armour.
Special floor pan
The floor pan is not only a central component of the safety concept, it also features removable inspection hatches. The standard headlights as well as the side steps can be mounted again.
Ice-free
Windscreen heating
The two windscreens are kept free of ice with a total of nine warm air nozzles. The warm air is generated by a parking heater installed in the underbody or via the vehicle heater. The air is directed through the two A-pillars.
Torsion resistance of the overall construction
Frame girder
The frame girder is milled from one piece as a double-T profile and, together with the two other cross profiles, ensures the necessary torsional rigidity of the overall construction. This is particularly important for even load distribution and a safe pane position.
