Smart Steel Warehouse

Fully Automated Storage with Zero Error Management

Intelligent Grab Crane

Autonomous Operation, Safe and Efficient

Unmanned Stacker

Reclaimer

Continuous Operation, Intelligent Dispatch

Core Products for Industrial Unmanned Systems

Gray Code High-Precision Positioning System, Anti-Sway Technology, Dedicated Laser Scanner Pan-Tilt.

Expert R&D Team

Our R&D team, with collective experience spanning over 30 years, comprises senior experts and talents holding Ph.D., Master's, and Bachelor's degrees.

Rigorous Quality Assurance

Our quality assurance team, staffed by professionally trained personnel, upholds strict quality standards throughout the entire manufacturing process.

About Us

Wuhan Forward Technology Co., Ltd.

We are a leading manufacturer of the Gray Code Positioning System, renowned for its widespread application in major steel plants, mining operations, and thermal power stations. Our products are pivotal in advancing intelligent manufacturing by delivering unparalleled precision and reliability.

We serve a diverse range of critical industries, including: Metallurgy, Chemicals, Railway, Power Generation, Cement, Mining, and Port & Terminal operations.

Hot Product

Gray bus precise positioning technology

Main technical parameters of Gray bus:

Resolution: 1mm

Standard length:custom made

Gap distance between antenna box and Gray bus: 30~300mm front and back. ±100mm up and down

Data communication interface: RS232C/RS458/Modbus/Modbus RTU/ProfiBus/ Profinet/DeviceNet/ Ethernet (TCP/IP protocol, RJ45 interface)/SSI, etc.

Applicable environment: suitable for outdoor industrial environments with harsh conditions such as dust, acid, alkali, high temperature, etc.

Featured Products

Wuhan Forward Technology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focusing on the research, development, production and sales of unmanned driving and unmanned operation technologies for industrial mobile locomotives.

Gray Bus Positioning System

Gray Bus Positioning System

Gray Code High-Precision Positioning System (with rigid inner core, positioning accuracy of 1mm, high protection level up to IP68)
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Anti-sway Control System

Anti-sway Control System

The anti-sway positioning system utilizes a spreader swing model. Based on data exchange and joint control between a PLC and a frequency converter using Industrial Ethernet, an anti-sway algorithm is developed.
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Laser Scanner Dedicated Head

Laser Scanner Dedicated Head

Laser Scanner Dedicated head (±175° rotation angle, ±90° oscillation angle, 0.0007° angular resolution) is integrated into the oscillating scanning function of a one-dimensional pan/tilt.
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System Upgrade and Retrofit Service

Not only do we deliver reliable core services, but we are also committed to creating extra value for your business through in-depth customization and proactive value-added solutions.

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Applications

Application scenarios: Bridge crane positioning system, Unmanned bridge crane system, Unmanned stacker-reclaimer system, Remote control system for belt conveyor unloading trolley, Intelligent stereoscopic warehouse system/Stacker crane/RGV, Coke oven vehicle interlocking control system, etc.

Unmanned Bridge Crane System
Unmanned Stacker-reclaimer System
Gray Bus Positioning System
Remote Control System for Belt Tripper
Intelligent Stereoscopic Warehouse System
Coke Oven Machinery Coordination Systems

Why Forward

Proactive Customer Support for your industry

Last News

Crane Positioning Technologies Compared: Gray Code, Laser And Encoder

Stop crane downtime and collisions. Compare encoders, laser measurement, and Gray Code systems for absolute AS/RS positioning precision.

04 September 2026

Wuhan FORWARD Technology Shines at the 7th National Steelmaking Plant Managers Forum, Core Technologies Draw Expert Attention

Wuhan FORWARD Technology exhibited at the 7th National Steelmaking Plant Managers Forum 2026 in Ningbo on September 10–11. The company showcased Gray bus positioning, laser scanning 3D industrial pan-tilt, anti-sway technology, and unmanned crane technology. Experts from CISRI and USTB visited the FORWARD booth, and Marketing Director Liu delivered a speech on smart steelmaking. The forum concluded successfully. FORWARD will continue R&D and optimize its technologies and system solutions for more practical steelmaking applications.

11 September 2026

How to Retrofit Existing Cranes for Unmanned Operation

Retrofit legacy cranes for unmanned operation at 40-60% less cost than replacement. Minimal downtime, phased rollout.

10 September 2026