All Equipment articles – Page 91
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Linde invests in modular capability
By creating an independent business unit, Linde Material Handling aims to boost its heavy truck business and occupy a stronger position in the global market.
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NewsBenefits of boom
Ports are welcoming the unexpected benefits of the current tug building boom, as Jack Gaston finds out
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Green 'tugnology' all the rage
In common with several other towage companies Svitzer is running an EcoTug project with the aim of ensuring that the company maintains a strong position as an environmentally sustainable service provider and is working towards contributing to a cleaner, safer and healthier environment. This is being achieved by examining current ...
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Banking on intelligent stowage
The SS-Planner (Super Stowage Planner) considers all relevant vessel, terminal, and cargo data, and then automatically presents the optimised results.The system also has a 'learning' feature, so evolving more efficient plans over time. TSB was also recently invited to implement a governmental project which aims to develop and integrate the ...
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Cavotec celebrates Scandinavia first
Cavotec MSL has netted its first Scandinavian contract with an order for four MoorMaster 400 automated mooring units from Denmark-based Nordic Ferry Services.
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NewsSwap for top team at Vycon
Vycon, the flywheel-energy innovator, has announced the appointment of a new chief executive.
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'Cell-level' detection for Oakland
SSA Terminals has deployed a position detection system (PDS) in its US Oakland International Container Terminal.
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Christchurch''s Syft Technologies is to supply up to five Voice200 SIFT-MS units to the Canada Border Services Agency. The units are designed to help protect border services officers and port workers from exposure to volatile chemicals sometimes found in containers.
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Busan puts environment first
Korea''s Busan Port Authority (BPA) is embracing green living with a move to convert oil-powered cranes to electricity to reduce costs, emissions and noise pollution.
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Resource management for the masses
Rotterdam-based software developer ARL Consulting has released a planning tool for marine terminals to keep track of multiple resources on shore and at sea.
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Kalmar proves popular in the East
Kalmar is celebrating a raft of new orders from Asia, cementing its position on the continent.
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Asia strategy pays out for BMT
A drive to expand in the high growth economies of China and India has paid off for consultant BMT with the company turning a 12% increase in turnover for 2007.
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Security venture improves automated options
Optical character recognition-specialist Hi-Tech Solutions (HTS) and port automation provider Dalosy Industrial Systems (DIS) have teamed up to provide a Europe with "innovative solutions for port security, container handling", and automatic license plate reading.
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Downsizing the carbon footprint
Software specialist Barloworld Optimus has unveiled a carbon optimisation tool that has delivered a 28% reduction in carbon emissions, coupled with a 9% decrease in costs, in trials
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Hyster unveils heavy duty FLT
Manufacturer Hyster has added to its suite of forklift trucks with a 36-48 tonnes heavy duty unit. The H36.00-48.00XM(S)-12 is adaptable for applications with standard forks, or with a fork-mounted, removable 20''-40'' telescopic container spreader. Powered by a six-cylinder, 10.8 litre Cummins QSM11 turbo diesel engine, the forklift conforms to ...
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ARL simplifies inventory management
Rotterdam-based ARL Consulting has released an online IT platform for equipment inventory management.
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Steering the right RTG path
Port automation pioneer International Terminal Solutions has released a passive automated steering rubber-tyred gantry crane system to reduce costs and equipment incidents.
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Liebherr powers ahead in MHC sector
Equipment manufacturer Liebherr has smashed its own records, handing 88 mobile harbour cranes (MHC) in 2007.
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Egypt tames RAM
RAM Spreaders has lengthened its reach in the Middle East with new orders from Egypt''s Damietta International Port. The port has ordered 18 RAM Model 2940 "CenterSpread" separating twin lift telescoping spreaders for ship-to-shore cranes, four units RAM Model 2220 telescopic overheight spreaders with automatic latching and 35 RAM Model ...
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NewsFresh plan ripens for Liverpool
The UK's Port of Liverpool has announced plans to construct a £ 6m fresh produce terminal to reduce unnecessary truck movements and consequently carbon emissions.
