INTERMODAL HANDLING INCREASING PRODUCTIVITY, SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT

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1 INTERMODAL HANDLING INCREASING PRODUCTIVITY, SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT

2 Intermodal Handling Increasing Demand There is an increasing demand to move traffic from roads to rail, barge and other transport means. This is due to various environmental reasons, but also because the existing road infrastructure can not handle the increasing traffic. This means that more intermodal terminals will be developed in the future. These terminals will require equipment for handling of containers, trailers and swop bodies. This equipment is needed for loading and unloading of railcars and road trucks, transportation and storage in the yard. Terminal Development Kalmar can assist customers when planning new terminals and when improving the efficiency of existing terminals. With their wide customer base and product range Kalmar is in an ideal position to collect, analyze and use operational information, so that each application can be handled individually. Layout drawings, equipment recommendations, equipment estimates and overall cost calculations are available. Kalmar s Port Optimizer simulation tool can be used to assist in designing the terminal. Choice of Handling System Choice of handling system normally depends on several criteria, such as the required storage capacity vs space available, shape of terminal, required productivity and size of operation. Kalmar can assist in analysing these factors and in finding the most cost efficient solution. Kalmar works together with port consultants, to give the best possible service. 2

3 Main Products Product Normal wheelbase reachstackers Long wheelbase reachstackers RTG cranes RMG cranes Straddle/shuttle carriers Terminal tractors Application Loading and unloading of railcars on first rail Short distance transport Loading and unloading of railcars on first and second rail Short distance transport Loading and unloading of railcars on up to 4 parallel rail tracks Loading and unloading of railcars on up to 8 parallel rail tracks Loading and unloading of railcars (requires special layout) Transport Long distance transport Kalmar s Port Optimizer simulation tool can be used to assist in designing the terminal. 3

4 Reachstackers Main Data Reachstackers are used for all functions: loading and unloading of railcars and road trucks, transportation and stacking in the yard. Estimated productivity for container handling: - Loading and unloading of railcars: moves per hour depending on travel distances - Stack work: 15 moves per hour - Loading and unloading of road trucks: 10 moves per hour Storage capacity is approximately 500 TEU per hectare, based on 3-high stacking. Optimum solution for small to medium size operations, with 1 4 parallel rails and when high flexibility is required 4

5 General Reachstackers are widely used in intermodal operations due to their flexibility, as they can be used for all functions: loading and unloading of railcars and road trucks, transport and stacking of containers in the yard. One or two rail tracks can be accessed from the side. If second rail access is required, a longer wheelbase reachstacker is needed. With a combihandler spreader, trailers can be handled easily. Reachstackers or lift trucks can be moved easily between the rail and yard operations. Long wheelbase reachstackers can also be used for loading and unloading containers directly on barges. Rail Operation Reachstackers load and unload railcars and transport containers between the rail and the yard. This concept reduces the overall number of equipment required, as there is no waiting between different types of equipment. Approximately 20 metres distance is required besides the rail for the reachstackers to operate. Yard and Landside Operation Reachstacker stack containers in block stacks. A typical stack size is 4-deep allowing first or second row access from each side. Empty containers can be stacked deeper, if no selectivity is required. Approximately metres aisles (depending on the wheelbase) are required between the stacks. Reachstackers load and unload road trucks in the aisles between the stacks. Products Kalmar s reachstacker range varies from a 6 metre wheelbase to an 8 metre wheelbase, depending on the required lifting capacity at distance and if containers or trailers are handled. Kalmar is the leading reachstacker manufacturer in the world and Kalmar ContChamp is the most popular reachstacker model both in intermodal terminals and ports. 5

6 Yard Cranes Main Data Yard cranes are used for loading and unloading of railcars and road trucks, RTG cranes are also used for stacking in the yard. Terminal tractors are used for transportation, Reachstackers can also be used for short distances Storage capacity is approximately TEU per hectare, based on 4-high stacking. Optimum solution for large operations, with 4 8 parallel rails and when high storage capacity is required Estimated productivity for container handling: - Loading and unloading of railcars: 30 moves per hour - Stack work: 20 moves per hour - Loading and unloading of road trucks: 15 moves per hour 6

7 General RTG cranes can be used both for loading and unloading of railcars and road trucks and for stacking of containers in the yard. Up to four rail tracks can be covered simultaneously and containers can be stored also at the side of the rail tracks. RTG cranes are most effective when high numbers of railcars are handled systematically. RTG cranes can be moved between between rail and yard operations. Reachstackers can also be used within the same terminal, when higher flexibility is required. Terminal tractors are needed for longer distance moves. RMG cranes are commonly used in large rail operations, as several tracks can be covered simultaneously. With cantilevered RMG cranes road truck traffic can be easily separated from the rail operations. Rail Operation RTG or RMG cranes load and unload railcars and terminal tractors transport containers between the rail and the yard. Reachstackers can also be used for shorter distances. Yard and Landside Operation RTG cranes can also be used for stacking containers in block stacks, which results in very high storage capacities. RTG cranes load and unload road trucks in the aisles between the stacks. Products The Kalmar RTG crane range varies from 6+1 to 9+1 block size, with 1 over 4 or 1 over 5- high stacking. One over 3 stacking height is ideal for loading and unloading of railcars, if no stacking is required. Kalmar E-One RTG crane features a low-emission diesel engine and is fitted with electric trolley, wheel turning and spreader. It contains fewer critical mechanical components and therefore provides less opportunity for mechanical failures. The E-One features an impressive service interval of up to 1,000 hours for both the crane and the engine. Also a zero emission RTG crane with no diesel engine is available, which should be optimal for intermodal operation where frequent change of blocks is normally not required. Kalmar s Smartrail automatic steering and container positioning verification system both increases productivity and helps to avoid misplaced containers.

8 Contact Information: Kalmar Industries Lifetime Business Partner Kalmar is a global provider of container and heavy duty materials handling equipment, automation applications and related services. It is the world s leading supplier of cargo handling equipment to ports, terminals and intermodal facilities. Every fourth container or trailer transfer at terminals around the world is handled by a Kalmar machine. Global Operation Production plants are situated in Sweden, Finland, the Netherlands, Malaysia, China and the USA. The Kalmar network equates to 19 sales companies and over 300 dealer locations around the world. Today, more than 80,000 Kalmar machines are in operation in environments ranging from sub-zero arctic climates to tropical humidity and heat. Our global experience and understanding of local conditions enable us to serve customers in all corners of the world. Production Sales Services for Full Response Kalmar s product range is complemented by a large range of value added services such as maintenance contracts and fleet management. As customers seek to focus more on their core business, Kalmar offers the flexibility of switching from ownership to leasing or pay per performance. Kalmar is also leading the way in port automation with its application of unmanned container handling technology, on-board smart features and remote maintenance products, developed in co-operation with customers and partners. Kalmar Industries Oy Ab Nuolialantie 62, P.O. Box 387, FI Tampere, Finland tel , fax Kalmar Industries B.V. Doklaan 22, P.O. Box 5303, 3008 AH Rotterdam, The Netherlands tel , fax Kalmar Industries AB Torggatan 3, SE Lidhult, Sweden tel , fax KIOY0702E-7 Printed in Finland by Tampereen Offsetpalvelu Oy