HARBOUR & PORTS
BLT World efficient handling equipment Dry-bulk cargo and container handling equipment improves efficiencies at ports. “We have seen a global trend in port infrastructure improvement initiatives, for maritime authorities to consider many critical factors in the selection of capital equipment - apart from a machine’s performance merits,” says Ken Mouritzen, managing director, BLT WORLD. “In addition to handling efficiencies, important features to consider in the selection of handling equipment, including the machine’s durability for operation in harsh marine conditions, its certification for safe use in potentially explosive atmospheres and the alleviation of environmental damage from fugitive dust. “BLT WORLD’s service to the shipping sector encompasses a detailed analysis of the port’s supply chain requirements, before the recommendation of equipment for improved efficiencies. Our team, with a thorough understanding of port logistics, offers customdesigned solutions designed to enhance handling performance and improve on-site safety, in line with the latest environmental regulations.” BLT WORLD’s Mobicon mobile container handling system efficiently lifts loads onto and off trucks and carries containers around sites at harbours. Containers can be efficiently moved through warehouse doors, 18
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effectively taking the container to the stock or the stock to the receiving point. This capability also increases goods security and safety. An important advantage of this system is that it utilises all parts of the yard and operates on pavements and in restrictive areas where a forklift or heavy equipment cannot go. This mobile container handler can turn in tight spaces and is also able to travel under awnings, inside buildings and up to docks. The Mobicon also eliminates the need for costly yard repairs. One of the biggest problems associated with using conventional equipment to load and unload containers is damage caused to yards and pavements that are not suitable for carrying heavyweights. These container handlers ensure improved productivity, faster handling times and reduced capital investment costs. Maintenance requirements are minimal and safety for workers, equipment and containers, is significantly improved. Meclift heavy lifting variable reach trucks and side reach stackers machines are designed for swift, efficient and safe handling of heavy loads at ports. Unlike conventional forklift trucks, these machines can drive into containers, or reach inside a container, for easy loading
and unloading of goods and equipment. BLT WORLD’s range of materials handling equipment for the shipping sector also includes a fleet of refurbished forklift trucks, container handlers and reach stackers. With banks now offering limited finance options, there is a growing trend for companies to rent equipment, rather than make a substantial investment in new machinery. For this reason, BLT WORLD supports its entire range of new and reconditioned machines with a rental option. A maintenance programme designed to suit each customer’s requirements is tailored for optimum performance and extended service life of every machine. The company – with a branch network in Africa, North America and Australia - offers a technical advisory and original spare parts service to all sectors, including shipping, mining and quarrying, civil engineering and construction, general engineering and agriculture. The team works closely with every customer to ensure all equipment meets exact performance and safety requirements.
BLT World, +27 (0) 31 274 8270, ken@bltworld.com, www.bltworld.com
