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Here you can find all about our product innovations and other interesting news about HBC-radiomatic.

20 years of excellent customer service: happy birthday to HBC-radiomatic Ibérica S. L.!

Exactly 20 years ago, our Spanish subsidiary HBC-radiomatic Ibérica S. L. was founded in Cornellà de Llobregat (Greater Barcelona) – an exceptional occasion that we marked with an exceptional celebration!

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radiomatic® photon 4CAM switch. 4 camera views at a glance.

In this version, up to 4 cameras can be used in different positions on the machine. The feature is therefore optimal for very demanding and / or complex areas of application.

 

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HBC remote operator seat. Be in the driver’s seat.

The wireless operation of machinery by mobile remote controls is an established standard worldwide. However, a fixed control station can also be advantageous in various application scenarios. The HBC remote operator seat combines the benefits of a mobile radio remote control and a fixed control station, offering the best of both worlds.

 

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Successful launch of the new HBC site in the Ore mountains region.

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of our new site in Stollberg, located in the Erzgebirge region of eastern Germany. This modern facility in the “Stollberger Tor” commercial park has served as a workspace for our local production team since June 2024; here, they make HBC radio systems to support the production process at our main site in Crailsheim, Baden-Württemberg. The new facility is now also able to provide HBC customers in eastern Germany with even better customer service and replacement parts. Alongside customer service and production, the new site also includes software development.

 

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First-class domestic service and support: HBC-radiomatic Canada is launching.

We are excited and proud to present to you the HBC group's youngest subsidiary, HBC-radiomatic Canada Inc. Based in the Greater Toronto Area, we will provide our customers with comprehensive domestic support and tailor-made radio remote control solutions which perfectly meet their specific requirements.

 

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FSE 416. Tailor-made radio receiver technology for standard industrial cranes.

First-class, state-of-the-art HBC design in the best quality: this is the FSE 416 radio receiver. Its tailor-made equipment package is ideal for the wireless control of hoists and standard industrial cranes. With an UL/CSA 61010-1 and UL/CSA certification 61010-2-201, the FSE 416 is ideally suitable for the North American market.

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"HBC. Since 1947." Order our high-quality company chronicle now.

Under the title "HBC. Since 1947", we have compiled the history of HBC in a high-quality book format with a careful review of the company’s past. With more than 200 pages containing numerous photos and illustrations, the book is an exciting journey back in time.

 

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radiomatic® range control. Keeping your operator in a safe place.

When operating heavy machinery, only a safe distance is the right distance. Getting too close to an activated machine can be just as dangerous as controlling without seeing the machine and the work environment. The solution is radiomatic® range control. By detecting the operator’s distance to the machine, this intelligent assistance feature keeps personnel and equipment always in a safe distance. The radiomatic® range control can be used for proximity or far field control, or both.

 

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Efficient human-machine interface: HBC’s new tablet computer holders.

In many industry branches, smart mobile devices ensure convenient and quick communication between humans and machines, allow for clear visualization of comprehensive process conditions and are invaluable tools when it comes to recording and evaluation of machine information for maintenance and service. Thanks to our tablet computer holders, you are now even able to take full advantage of those benefits while working comfortably with your HBC radio control.

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A spotlight on industrial security.

As operations and services are becoming more and more automated and digitally connected, product developers and process designers must also account for the possibility of attacks by malicious actors. There is clear evidence that security threats are on the rise, globally and across our industries.

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HBC BootCamp 2023. The world was meeting at HBC.

Over 60 participants from 31 countries: From November 7 to 9, 2023, our international sales and service network came together for the HBC BootCamp.

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Investment in the future: Largest construction project in HBC history nearing completion.

The largest construction project in HBC's history is close to a successful completion. In the last few months, a new building with a total area of ​​around 5,500 square meters, spread over three floors plus basement, was built at our production site in Crailsheim. The new building enables us to significantly expand our production capacities.

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Smart ADV: The innovative concept for the semi-autonomous control of machines.

Smart ADV is a groundbreaking key technology for the safe and efficient operation of autonomous vehicles in a wide range of applications, including construction, agriculture, and many other industries. The core of the concept is the combination of reliable HBC radio technology with high-precision GPS tracking from Reichhardt Steuerungstechnik GmbH.

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Always at hand, never in the way: new carrying device and wall bracket for quadrix

Radio remote controls from HBC have been known for their comfortable carrying options for decades. Here, too, we are continuously expanding our offering. A clever carrying device is now available for our tried-and-tested quadrix hand-held transmitter, which also doubles as an optional wall bracket.

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Groundbreaking in Stollberg: Successful start to a new building project in the Ore Mountains / Germany

First-class products, fast and reliable service and always close to the customer: This is what HBC has stood for since their foundation more than 75 years ago. And to ensure that this remains the case in the future, we continuously invest in the further development of our company and our services. With a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, June 16, 2023, the official start of our new building project in the Ore Mountains / Germany took place. In the next few months, a new production and office facility will be built in the Stollberg industrial park as the “HBC Stollberg” branch.

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Control vehicle functions safely and conveniently via HBC radio.

HBC radio systems can now also be used for the safe and convenient operation of complete Volvo trucks. Our newly developed interface enables the precise control of all vehicle functions including a wide variety of superstructures, attachments and outriggers with a single HBC radio system.

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HBC India celebrates its birthday: 10 years of first-class local customer care.

Our branch in India is celebrating its birthday: Exactly 10 years ago, with the opening of HBC-radiomatic India Pvt. Ltd in Pune, West India, another HBC success story was born.

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Clever feature for push button arrays: push button with tactile indicator.

For the safe and convenient operation of push button arrays at the side of HBC radio transmitters, we now also offer our single-step push buttons with a physical tactile indicator. A small bump clearly confirms to the operator which position / function his finger is currently on in a row of buttons.

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FST 314 micron M. A tailor-made duo for industrial cranes with 3 drives and trolley preselection.

With the FST 314 micron M, HBC presents a compact, tailor-made radio control for industrial cranes with 3 drives and trolley/hoist preselection. This innovation fits perfectly to the hand and persuades with numerous valuable features.

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technos E. Ergonomic transmitter design with extensive feature capacity and state-of-the-art 5" display technology.

With technos E, HBC-radiomatic presents a powerful, versatile radio transmitter for complex machine applications. A comprehensive set of available features combined with the latest 5" display technology enable a tailor-made, individual configuration – customized to precisely match the application’s special requirements. The ergonomic technos design ensures operating comfort at all times and perfect ease of use.

 

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