Our goal is to become your true partner in the field of straddle carrier in China. Jiangsu Zhendong Port Machinery Manufacturing is a professional port machinery manufacturing enterprise integrating product research and development, design, manufacturing and installation of port cranes. Our company has a strong technical force and experienced installation, debugging and after-sales service team. We serve customers with regular cycles, preferential prices, and good reputation, and continue to innovate and go global.
Why Choose Us
Our Certification
Our products have passed the international ISO9001:2000 standard quality system certification and CCS China Classification Society quality system certification, and have passed the ISO9001 quality management system certification. The company has the right to import and export on its own.
Product Application
Our main products include fixed load luffing cranes, fixed rack luffing slewing cranes, slewing hydraulic cranes, floating cranes, hydraulic cranes, etc. These products are widely used in cargo loading and unloading, stacking, dredging and lightering of engineering ships, and dock lifting operations in ports, power, metallurgy, and mining enterprises.
Production Equipment
Our company has gantry cranes, magnetic drills, CNC flame cutting machines, inverter CO2 gas shielded welding machines, CG1-30 semi-automatic flame cutting machines, submerged arc welding machines MZ-1000, bending machines, plate rolling machines, shearing machines, milling machines, lathes, sawing machines and other equipment.
Product Market
Relying on strong scientific research strength, our company's leading products have covered cities such as Shanghai, Dalian, Shenzhen, and Qingdao. Our products have opened up the international market and are exported to Southeast Asia, Africa, and developed countries in Europe.
Advantages of Straddle Carrier
Efficiency: Straddle carriers are much faster than spreader cranes, making them great tools for improving turnaround times. They can more flexibly move items For many companies, quickly loading, unloading and moving containers directly affects competitiveness.
Logistical flexibility: Businesses often partner with third-party providers to access cranes and lifts for moving containers. Between extra costs, scheduling challenges and tight spaces, these services make logistics more complex. A straddle carrier eliminates the need for many of these services, which can help you avoid bottlenecks and delays.
Precision: The precise control of a straddle carrier allows you to place containers exactly where you want them for stable stacking and more efficient use of space. You can also determine the order in which you stack containers, which can help with optimal arrangements when loading onto trucks.
Maneuverability: Unlike spreader cranes, straddle carriers can fit into smaller spaces and aren’t limited to movement along a rail track. While they’re still big machines, they take up less room, have good turn flexibility and move while lifting items. They fit in many environments where cranes are simply too big, including doorways.
Application of Straddle Carrier
Container transport
Straddle carriers are used to efficiently transport containers within port terminals, transferring them from cranes to storage yards.
Yard operations
They can maneuver across multiple containers in a stack, enabling flexible loading, unloading, and stacking operations, significantly improving storage efficiency.
Short-distance transport
Straddle carriers provide quick transport of containers over short distances within the port, linking various operational areas seamlessly.
Supplemental equipment
In certain cases, straddle carriers can supplement other large port equipment, especially when space is constrained or when quick container transfer is required.
Technical Parameters of Straddle Carrier
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Maximum rated output |
32TEU/h |
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Maximum rated lifting capacity |
41t |
Portal frame structure: The frame of the straddle carrier is the foundation of the container straddle carrier, which is used to bear the weight of the entire equipment and straddles the container in a portal structure.
Container spreader and lifting system: Used to fix and clamp the container to ensure the safety of loading and unloading operations.
Power and transmission system: Provide power for the container straddle carrier, including engine, gearbox, drive shaft, etc.
Steering and driving system: Enable the straddle carrier to move and turn freely on the dock.
Braking and hydraulic system: Used to realize the lifting, tilting, locking and other functions of the container.
Electronic control system: Used to control the operation, loading and unloading operations of the container straddle carrier.
Improved automation: Almost all container straddle carriers are equipped with programmable controllers to monitor and control various parameters and main functions.
Precautions for Use Straddle Carrier
Monitor weather conditions regularly and suspend mobile straddle carrier operations during adverse weather events. High winds, heavy rain, or slippery surfaces can jeopardize the stability and control of the equipment.
Retrofit mobile straddle carriers with enhanced visibility features, such as cameras and mirrors, to minimize blind spots. Improved visibility reduces the risk of accidents involving pedestrians, other equipment, or structures.
Invest in and utilize advanced collision avoidance systems that incorporate sensors and alarms. These systems can detect obstacles in the carrier’s path, providing early warnings to operators and preventing potential collisions.
Designate pedestrian walkways and enforce strict safety measures for individuals working in proximity to mobile straddle carriers. Implement physical barriers and warning signs to create awareness and prevent accidental collisions.
Types of Straddle Carrier
Standard straddle carriers: These are the most common type, designed to lift, move, and stack containers. Typically, they can stack containers 1-over-2 or 1-over-3 high. They're equipped with diesel engines or electric motors and feature a wheeled structure that straddles the container, lifting it with a spreader.
Automated straddle carriers: These carriers operate without a driver and are controlled by a computerized system. They use gps, laser guidance, or other technologies for navigation and are ideal for large, high-volume operations where efficiency and safety are paramount.
Rubber-tyred gantry (rtg) straddle carriers: While technically different from traditional straddle carriers, rtgs perform similar functions but are larger and can stack containers higher (up to 1-over-5 or 1-over-6).
Hybrid and electric straddle carriers: To address environmental concerns and reduce fuel consumption, hybrid and electric straddle carriers are being increasingly adopted. Hybrid models use a combination of diesel engines and electric motors.
High-capacity straddle carriers: Designed for heavy-duty operations, these straddle carriers have higher lifting capacities, often up to 60 tons or more. They are suitable for ports handling a high volume of heavy containers.
Single-lift and twin-lift straddle carriers: Single-lift models are equipped with spreaders that can pick up one container at a time. In contrast, twin-lift models have spreaders capable of handling two containers simultaneously, increasing operational speed and efficiency.
Lightweight straddle carriers: These are designed for operations that require high mobility and flexibility. They are lighter and often smaller, making them ideal for smaller ports or facilities with limited space.
Customizable straddle carriers: Some manufacturers offer customizable straddle carriers that can be tailored to specific operational needs, including adjustable lifting heights, speeds, and energy sources.
Packaging and Shipping of Straddle Carrier
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Packing |
Ordinary wooden boxes or frame wooden boxes |
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Shipping |
Flatbed trucks, lowboy trailers, specialized heavy haul trucks |
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