Traveling
Shiploader
System Description:
The traveling shiploader loads vessels ranging
in size from 33,000 DWT to 250,000 DWT. The machine has traveling, boom
luffing and shuttling functions providing access to all areas of the ship's
hold.
The shiploader is fully automatic and the
loading operatin is controlled, via radio remote, by an operator standing
on the deck of the vessel. An operator's cab is also provided to monitor
the loading operation during poor weather.
All components are designed to withstand the
harsh marine operating environment, including Earthquake Zone 4, to
provide efficient and maintenance free operation. |
Location:
San Pedro, California
Year Commissioned:
1997
Notable Features:
- Largest shiploader on the west coast of the United States.
- Capacity of 9,000 stph.
- Loads bulk carriers up to 250,000 DWT in size.
Technical Data:
- Material - coal and petroleum coke
- Design Capacity - 9,000 stph
- Shuttle Travel - 25m
- Rail Gauge - 21m
- Conveyor Width - 96"
- Shuttle Drive - planetary and dual chain
- Travel Drive - direct wheel mounted
- Chute - telescopic with tilting spoon
- Boom Hoist - electric winch system
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