The basics of lockout/tagout for crane workers | Konecranes
Lockout/tagout policies and procedures protect workers from hazardous energy during overhead crane repair and other machine and equipment service. Chris Brewer, Technical Trainer The
Implementation of energy recovery and storage systems in
implementing energy storage systems in the container terminal of the Port of Gävle is feasible and profitable. 1.2 Literature review This section will explore the state-of-the-art of energy storage
A Guide to Straddle Carriers
A straddle carrier fills a niche material handling requirement, combining the speed and flexibility of a truck with the powerful, stable lifting capacity of a crane. You can use it to move containers across a yard with a single operator and place
Straddle Carrier Crane: A Marvel of Efficiency and
Working Principles of a Straddle Carrier Crane. The operation of a straddle carrier crane involves several key steps that make it a highly efficient and versatile piece of equipment for container
Guide to Crane Safety: Training, Planning, and Compliance
You must be well-versed and competent in all crane operation aspects. This training ensures that when you''re at the controls, you''re not just operating the crane, you''re managing a safe work
Gantry Cranes and Straddle Carriers: Solutions for Load Handling
Our gantry cranes and straddle carriers are perfect for a variety of industries such as distribution, shipping, aerospace, steel fabrication, wind energy, and precast concrete, ensuring we can
Gantry Cranes and Straddle Carriers: Solutions for
Our gantry cranes and straddle carriers are perfect for a variety of industries such as distribution, shipping, aerospace, steel fabrication, wind energy, and precast concrete, ensuring we can manage any load, regardless of its size or weight.
Straddling all power options
Konecranes offers customers a path to zero tailpipe operations with Ecolifting, which further minimizes and eventually eliminates the CO2 associated with container movements. The new-design Konecranes Noell Straddle Carrier,
Straddle Carrier Crane
Straddle Carriers: Versatile Tools for Precast Plant, Construction, and Beyond. Straddle carrier cranes are indispensable tools in various industries and applications, including precast plants, cross-line construction, and other
10 Tips for Mobile Straddle Carrier Operation Safety in
This article will introduce the importance of mobile straddle carrier safety, identifies common hazards during operation, and provides ten essential tips to ensure the secure and efficient use of these powerful machines.
Best of both worlds for straddle and shuttle carrier
With fully electric operations on the radar of many terminal operators around the world, hybrid straddle and shuttle carriers can act as a "stepping stone" towards solutions such as Kalmar FastCharge™ machines.
Energy Management Strategy for a Hybrid Container Crane
The most straightforward way to save fuel is by turning off the GenSet engine and only using the ultracapacitors to power the crane. Unfortunately the energy storage capacity of the Master of
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What is a straddle carrier control system?
The control system of diesel-electric Konecranes Noell Straddle Carriers is designed in such a way that automation can be added without extensive modifications to the existing machines. Operators of existing terminals can convert manual straddle carriers to automated, unmanned A-STRAD operation.
What makes Konecranes Noell straddle carriers a success?
e versatile use of terminal space. State-of-the-art control and driver assistance systems and their potential for semi or full automation make Konecranes Noell Straddle Carriers a dynamic concept sur to be a success in the long term.1968: Pion er of straddle carrier technology. Konecranes is one of the co-found
What is the control system of diesel-eletric Konecranes Noell straddle carriers?
FROM MANUAL TO AUTOMATED OPERATIONThe control system of diesel-eletric Konecranes Noell Straddle Carriers is designed in such a way that specific automated solutions can be added without comp etely modifying existing machines. These solutions permit the operators of existing terminals to convert currently manually operated equipment to au
Can straddle carriers be automated?
Operators of existing terminals can convert manual straddle carriers to automated, unmanned A-STRAD operation. A new terminal can start with manual equipment and convert to automated operation in the future. Are you on the path to port automation?
What is the difference between a crane and a straddler carrier?
Cranes are also limited to their rail systems, while the smaller straddler carriers can maneuver tight spaces. You’ll typically find straddle carriers in port terminals, container yards, intermodal transportation hubs and industrial environments.
How do straddle carriers work?
To move these large items, they “straddle” the load between four tall legs and lift it up. Unlike spreader cranes, which also lift containers and heavy loads, straddle carriers can move with their loads. Cranes are also limited to their rail systems, while the smaller straddler carriers can maneuver tight spaces.