
What makes Bär SmartControl unique? The safety features as well as the additional functions:
- Close-up area detection - In critical situations, the operator is close to the Cargolift in order to have a full view into the danger zone
- AutoStop 45° when closing the platform as an indication of crushing and shearing points and for changing to the close-up area
- SingleClick with button recess as protection against unintentional operation; change to double-click possible via diagnostic software Bär CargoCheck
- One handheld transmitter - Two Cargolifts; for frequent trailer changes: automatic, dynamic coupling when the trailer is plugged in
- RadioKey automatically locks all controls when leaving the workspace - Unlocks by pressing a key in the workspace
- 4-function button For conscious tilting up and down and for closing the platform
- Extension and retraction of RetFalt Cargolifts - activated by the 4-function button
- F button - To select the operation of other components, including the automatic sequence of functions EasyFold for Bär Cargolift HydFalt
- Operating other components such as hydraulic supports, the BC S4U hydraulic underrun bar or a customer function
Bär SmartControl fulfils the requirements for Performance Level C according to EN ISO 13849-1. In addition to the battery-powered Bär SmartControl Plus handheld transmitter, there is a variant with docking station with additional options:

- Automatic pairing (EasyPairing) when the handheld transmitter is inserted into the docking station enables personalized handheld transmitters per driver
- On departure, the docking station signals the missing handheld transmitter (lost-protection)
- Distinctive cabin feedback by radio when platform is not in driving position
- Inductive charging of the handheld transmitter while driving
Bär SmartControl Basic uses from the previous operating concept:
- the close-up area detection,
- the key recess for using the SingleClick function and
- the AutoStop45° function when closing the platform.
Operation is very simple: log on to the Cargolift by clicking on a yellow button in the close-up area; use the Lower and Raise buttons together with Tilt to open and close; log off by pressing the STOP button.
Bär SmartControl Basic is available for Bär VanLift, Bär Cargolift Standard and Bär Cargolift Falt.