All Equipment articles – Page 92

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    SECCONDD standards now available

    2007-09-25T12:23:00Z

    Co-ordinated by Thales Research & Technology UK (TRT), the aim of SECCONDD has been to start the process of standardisation for the technical interface between a secure container or vehicle and a data reader at a port or border crossing. The resultant study has extensively analysed user needs and ...

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    Kalmar adds software specialist

    2007-09-25T12:23:00Z

    Port equipment specialist Kalmar has purchased Netherlands-based Advanced Cargo Transhipment BV (ACT) to further the development of its automated technology.

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    Vycon teams up with Fantuzzi

    2007-09-01T17:45:00Z

    Energy regeneration specialist VYCON has partnered with Italy’ s Fantuzzi group to market and sell its REGEN system on new cranes and as a retrofit to the existing fleet. Fantuzzi Group, with its subsidiary company Noell Crane Systems (China) Ltd, has a production capacity of approximately 120 new rubber-tyred gantry ...

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    CEMA CONVEYS SAFETY

    2007-09-01T17:45:00Z

    The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) has released a conveyor safety program for use by conveyor manufacturers, distributors, and end users.

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    SECUREWEST CELEBRATES MARAD APPROVAL

    2007-09-01T17:45:00Z

    Maritime security specialist Securewest has received official approval from shipping classification society, Det Norske Veritas (DNV) on behalf of the United States Maritime  Administration (MARAD) to deliver updated Company Security Officer, Facility Security Officer, Vessel Security Officer and Security Awareness training courses.

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    Guardian angle for perishable goods

    2007-09-01T17:45:00Z

    Credit-card sized data-loggers that monitor the temperature and humidity of shipments such as perishable goods and pharmaceuticals during transportation and storage could put an end to unnecessary wastage of perishable goods. 

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    POLB to trial alternative emission control

    2007-09-01T17:45:00Z

    Spurred on by a successful trial to reduce diesel pollution at a train yard in California, The Port of Long Beach is to trial Tri-Mer Corp’ s Cloud Chamber System (CCS) technology to cut emissions from diesel generators of ships at dock.   

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    Navis tracking tool

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    Software specialist Navis has launched a real-time web-based cargo tracker to “ streamline the flow of goods” on the dock. Cargo Tracker delivers real-time global shipment and asset visibility across the supply chain, harnessing the power of radio frequency identification, GPS and other sensor-based technologies.

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    Spinnaker launches ports recruitment service

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    International maritime recruitment specialist Spinnaker Consulting has launched a recruitment service dedicated specifically to the ports industry.Spinnaker’ s clients include oil majors, ship owners, commodities groups, city law firms and insurance companies. 

  • Eight-rope reeving system promises increased spreader stability
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    Kalmar product range progression

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    Kalmar has launched an anti-sway spreader design to make cycle times for rubber-tyred gantry cranes faster and more efficient. 

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    'Food miles' exposed

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    A new book by a Financial Times journalist lifts the lid on the journeys of everyday food products and in doing so hammers home the importance of the maritime industry.

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    Sonardyne diver detection

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    A new diver detection sonar to counter the threat of underwater attacks against ships, harbours, coastal industrial installations and offshore oil platforms has been unveiled by manufacturer Sonardyne International. The maker claims that the new Sentinel Intruder Detection Sonar is considerably smaller than any other system currently available, providing a ...

  • Capacity's Illumination system throws light on trailer safety
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    Capacity drives trailer development

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    US manufacturer of terminal trailers, Capacity of Texas has increased the size of its standard 50 gallon step fuel tanks from 6in to 10in and now offers a seatbelt light option,where a top of the cab light indicates if the operator has their seatbelt engaged.

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    All-electric first for Bromma

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    Spreader specialist Bromma has unveiled an all-electric separating twin-lift spreader. A hydraulic powerpack means that the STS45E is lighter, quieter and cheaper to run, with the manufacturer claiming a saving of an estimated $40,000 in lifetime energy costs.

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    TT Club speaks out on quayside accidents

    2007-07-01T16:26:00Z

    Insurer TT Club has issued a strong recommendation that terminal operators fit quayside cranes with anti-collision devices to prevent incidents. Fitting electronic sensor devices to quay crane booms to prevent them accidentally colliding with ships during loading and unloading operations in port could put a stop to serious injuries to ...

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    ISPS an easy, but expensive, pill to swallow

    2007-06-01T16:26:00Z

    The estimated global port-related cost of implementing the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code has been put at between $1.1bn and $2.3bn initially, with annual costs thereafter of between $400m and $900m, in a report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). 

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    PureTech upgrades surveillance software

    2007-05-01T16:26:00Z

    Arizona-based PureTech System Inc has released version 8 of its PureActiv Wide Area Surveillance software.

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    Target zone improves straddle operations

    2007-05-01T16:26:00Z

    A simple product developed to visuallyaid straddle carrier operators load containers on trucks is reducing handling times, alleviating insurance claims and may even blossom into a lucrative export.

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    Taking crewing to the minimum

    2007-05-01T16:26:00Z

    Manning levels aboard port tugs is a contentious issue and depend very largely on national and local maritime regulations. A crew of two in a 25m, 70 tonnes bollard pull tug is acceptable in some countries but may be constrained by operating procedures or local port rules. However well designed ...

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    Germany keeps crane control real

    2007-05-01T16:26:00Z

    Specialist manufacturer Emotron has developed a new crane centre in Wernigerode, Germany, where customers can experience live simulation of crane control.