Spohn+Burkhardt Joysticks & Crane Control Solutions

About Spohn+Burkhardt

Founded in 1920 by Karl Spohn and David Burkhardt in Blaubeuren, Germany, Spohn+Burkhardt has grown into one of the world's leading manufacturers of industrial control technology. With approximately 250 employees and a family-owned structure, the company delivers precision joysticks, control stations, resistors and complete operator cabin solutions to crane, port, steel mill, maritime and heavy-industry markets across the globe.

Product Range

Every Spohn+Burkhardt product is engineered to perform in the harshest conditions — from sub-zero offshore platforms to high-temperature steel mills.

Series ST0 / ST1 / ST4 · NS3 · VNS0 · JMS3

Industrial Joysticks

Multi-axis and single-axis joysticks for crane, port, steel mill, offshore and construction applications. Spring return or friction brake, contact blocks up to 12 double contact elements.

Control Consoles & Panels

Control Stations

Fully integrated operator control panels and consoles for crane cabins. Custom configurations with ergonomic joystick placement, armrests, displays and bus-wiring options.

Wire-wound · Grid · Cast

Resistors

High-quality resistors for crane motor braking and speed control. Available as wire-wound, grid and cast types with self or forced ventilation for port and industrial crane use.

FP Series

Foot Pedals

Robust foot pedals for crane operator cabins. Designed for long-term operation with microswitches, adjustable pedal position and high ingress protection.

Pillar-mount & Deck Controllers

On-Deck Control Stations

Weatherproof control pillars and deck-mounted panels for ship winch and crane operation. IP56 protection, stainless steel hardware, resistant to rain, snow and salt spray.

Pendant & Portable Series

Portable Control Panels

Ergonomic pendant and portable control stations for remote crane and machinery operation. Lightweight housing with robust connections; ideal for maintenance and flexible operation.

Key Joystick Models

Common models stocked and available for order through Qinmao. Contact us for full specifications and custom configurations.

Model	Type	Protection	Key Features	Typical Application
ST0	Single-axis	IP56	Solid & compact, spring return, microswitches	Construction vehicles, agricultural machines
ST1	Single-axis	IP67	Extreme environments, ozone/UV/oil resistant	Offshore, maritime, heavy industry
ST4	Single-axis	IP56	Weather resistant, absolute encoders	Cranes, ports, rail
NS3	Multi-axis	IP56	Up to 12 double contacts, bus systems, Ex area	Tower cranes, waste incineration, steel mill
VNS0	Multi-axis	IP65	All-metal precision, Hall sensors, CAN bus	Crane cabins, steel industry
JMS3	Multi-axis	IP56	Cam controllers, direct or remote wired	Container cranes, harbor cranes
VCS0	Multi-axis	IP54	Compact, potentiometers, medium-duty	Construction machinery, conveyors
M0N / M0N-W	Mini	IP54	Lightweight, analog, portable stations	Portable pendants, auxiliary functions
HS2	Multi-axis	IP65	3D Hall system, highest precision	Precision cranes, laboratory handling

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Spohn+Burkhardt Industrial Control Solutions

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