Siwertell ship-unloader ordered for US cement imports

Bruks Siwertell has secured a new Siwertell ship-unloader contract from cement and ready-mix concrete producer, ARGOS USA. The unit will secure environmentfriendly, dust-free cement and fly ash handling at the port of Houston, Texas.

“This latest contract continues a longstanding run of Siwertell systems ordered for cement handling operations in the US,” says Magnus Rundqwist, Director Global

Bulk Sales, Bruks Siwertell. “Siwertell screw-type technology has a worldwide reputation for efficient, high-capacity, environment-friendly cement handling and this unit will deliver exactly that.

“Totally enclosed Siwertell unloaders draw material into the vertical screw conveyor using a unique inlet feeder, which operates below the surface of the material, eliminating the risk of spillage and minimizing dust creation. They also have low powerconsumption demands,” Rundqwist notes.

Bruks Siwertell will also supply the complete screw conveyor system for transporting dry bulk material from the unloader to a storage dome, along with support structures and walkways.

“Our global capabilities mean that we were able to offer a competitive unloading solution, complete with conveyors and storage dome,” he adds. “Once operational, this state-of-the-art cement terminal will set a new industry standard.”

The Siwertell 490 M-type unloader offers a continuous rated cement handling capacity of 800 tonnes per hour, and is designed to accommodate vessels up to 65,000dwt. It will be assembled on site and is planned for delivery in February 2024.