When designing the Atlas and Hercules Walking System, safety was the primary concern when developing our custom rig walking system. The Atlas and Hercules system comes equipped with an emergency stop circuit that will enable the operator to shut down all motors and valves when activated.

We’ve also equipped the main lift cylinder hydraulic circuit with counterbalance valves. In the event of a hose rupture or breakage, the system will continue to hold these cylinders in position, preventing the uncontrolled lowering of the substructure.

Each lift cylinder on the Atlas and Hercules Walking System comes equipped with a relief valve that protects the lift cylinders from failure as a result of intensification. An electrical lockout switch enables maintenance crews to shut down power to the unit so they can lock and tag out the machine with personal safety locks when both setting up the system and when performing routine maintenance.