An Israeli company has been awarded the prestigious Technology Innovation of the Year award for its breakthrough remote crane control technology that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) to safely manage construction sites. received the ‘year’ award. Skyline Cockpit, developed by Skyline Cranes and Technologies and distributed in the UK by Radius Group, enables remote operation and monitoring of tower cranes from a secure ground-based control center, improving safety and efficiency on large construction projects. . The award, presented by Construction News at the 2024 CN Specialists Awards, highlights Israel’s global leadership in cutting-edge construction technology.
Crane technology refers to systems that help operate, monitor, and control large machines used to lift and move materials on construction sites.
Skyline Cranes and Technologies, the parent company of Skyline Cockpit, is Israel’s largest and leading tower crane company, offering a wide range of services including crane sales, rental, maintenance and auxiliary equipment development. Skyline Cranes and Technologies’ focus on innovation has made it a leader in the development of safety-focused technology for the construction sector.
The Skyline Cockpit system has revolutionized the construction industry by providing a secure ground-based control center that enables remote operation and monitoring of tower cranes. This innovative system incorporates advanced AI and AR technology to improve construction site safety by providing real-time data and better monitoring of projects from a safe location.
Radius Group, the UK’s leading crane distributor, has played a key role in introducing Skyline Cockpit technology to the UK market and is already using it on several large construction projects across the country. Zachi Flatto, CEO of Skyline Cockpit, said: (Credit: Contec)
Zachi Flatto, CEO and co-founder of Skyline Cockpit, said, “We are thrilled and proud that Skyline Cockpit has won the ‘Technology Innovation of the Year’ award. This recognition from a prestigious organization like Construction News is a testament to the unique and groundbreaking innovations that our cockpits bring to the table. This award represents global recognition of our products’ ability to strengthen the construction industry around the world and make every project smarter and more precise. ”
“Breakthrough innovation”
Radius Group also praised the award-winning system, saying, “Skyline Cockpit brings breakthrough innovation to construction project management, with a focus on improving operator welfare, efficiency and safety. We are the first lift supplier to operate this system in the UK and believe Skyline Cockpit is the future of the construction industry.”
Now in its 20th year, the CN Specialists Awards attracts hundreds of entries each year, with companies competing to recognize technological advancements in construction. This victory further strengthens Israel’s position as a world leader in technological innovation, especially in the fields of construction and safety.
