The A1000 provides remarkable advantages through excellent motor drive performance, environmental benefits and energy savings, as well as many user orientated operational features. Moreover, the A1000 offers advanced characteristics that are included as standard.

A1000 is a drive specially developed for Crane Applications. Some Major requirements for Crane Control (Hoist) can be understood from image below -

The The Major advantages with A1000 for Cranes are - 

1. Application Presets : Selecting “Crane” from A1000’s Application Presets automatically programs A1000 for optimal performance with a crane application. Save valuable setup time and start running immediately.
2. Switch Between Motors :Use the same drive to control one motor for hoisting, another motor for traverse operation. Terminal inputs let the user set up a relay to switch back and forth between motors.
3. Powerful Starting Torque : Powerful torque at low speeds ensures the power needed for the application and prevents problems with slipping.
4. Safety Functions : The Safe Disable function comes standard for compliance with various safety regulations.
5. Visual Programming with DriveWorksEZ : Easily customize the drive using a PC.
6. Performance Life Diagnostic Features : A1000 notifies the user or controller when maintenance may be required for certain components such as the cooling fan or capacitors.
7. Terminal Block with Parameter Backup Function : The terminal block can be transferred to a new drive keeping all terminal wiring intact, and built-in memory backs up all parameter settings. An incredible time saver when replacing a drive.