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Raising the Standard for Bulk Carrier Cranes

A new generation of cranes purpose-designed for bulk carriers of up to 60,000 dwt has been intro- duced by MacGREGOR Cranes. The MacGRE-

GOR-Hagglunds GLB-2 bulk crane is a two-wire model with a maximum hoisting capacity of 30 tons, and is available with a range of jib lengths from 59 x 98.5 ft. (18 to 30 m). Optional equipment includes electro-hydraulic motor grabs of any type to handle all kinds of bulk cargo. The new crane incorporates proven features from existing Mac-

GREGOR-Hagglunds crane types, but also bene- fits from new design techniques and component philosophy to significantly improve operating cost.

The GLB-2 design was developed in close consul- tation with shipowners and shipyards, and was sub- ject to an extensive QFD (quality, function and deployment) analysis before entering production.

Key to the design are three independent closed- loop hydraulic systems for reliable and indepen- dent luffing, slewing and hoisting operations.

These systems are controlled by MacGREGOR

Cranes' CC2000 computer-based control system.

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Four specialized four-wire MacGregor-Hagglunds K-series cranes been installed on the Norwegian owned 70,120-dwt bulk carrier Balsfjord.

Liebherr Supplied ICTSI

International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) acquired two new quay cranes and three rubber tired gantries for the Manila International

Container Terminal (MICT). The new cranes will be able to make 25 moves per hour, versus the old equipment, which allowed only 15 per hour.

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Hamworthy Specified On Ferries

The world's largest passenger ferry currently in service, P&O North Sea Ferries 60,000-grt, 823-ft. (251-m) Pride of Rotterdam, has entered service in

Europe. Built by Fincantieri, the ship will soon be joined by sistership Pride of Hull, and both incor- porate a cargo access equipment package designed by Hamworthy KSE. The vessels incorporate a great deal of freight with the passenger capacity, and offer 3,355 lane meter capacity. It is able to load and discharge via the vessel's larger stern ramp for freight units and via special side doors for cars. There is no bow access.

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Amclyde Wins Contracts

FGH Engineered Products Group announced that its AmClyde unit has signed new contracts in excess of $13.5 million with customers in

Freeport, Texas and Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. "AmClyde is very pleased to receive these key orders from our long-standing customer NPCC (National Petroleum Construction Company) of

Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates and our new customer Cabett Subsea Products, Inc. of

Houston, Texas," said Dick Juelich, AmClyde

President.

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Belotti Handling Reinvents The

Reach Stacker Machine

Belotti Handling S.p.A., which invented the Reach Stacker machine for container handling in 1969, offers today a totally new and innovative unit with automated and sophisticated systems. The new machine is the result of a collaboration between Belotti and Pininfarina, with design and the most advanced know how studied and developed by the University of Robotics in Genoa. The new machine is already provided by five international patents, which ensure originality and innovation in this particular range of rubber tired cranes.

In fact, the unit is provided by a container self docking system (SDS) developed jointly with the University of Robotics in Genoa, which is well-regarded for the design of independent robots and marine working arms. By means of special digital cameras and optical sensors, when the spreader is at 1.5 meter of distance from the container, the automatic approach mode is actu- ated till the locking is made. This operation avoids wasted time due to the usual attempts of the operator before he succeeds in getting the spreader in the container twist locks holes. As the total operation is completely automated, it is possible to perform the same, even without physically see it.

The new Belotti Reach Stacker is also provided by a particular roller system for the N.4 front wheels, which enabled the user to get more use (up to 400 percent additional wear) from the tires.

This unit also includes an on-board mounted Modem/GSM system for remote assistance in real time, anywhere the machine is working. It has even the possibility of being interfaced with the Customer software for the auto- matic management of the entire stacking area. The rear axle is provided with a patented suspension system, mak- ing the Belotti Reach Stacker extremely stable. The operator cabin will be developed directly by Pininfarina

Design, and it will be outfitted with modern electronic systems for easy operation and maximum safety. The steer- ing wheel has been replaced by two modern joy sticks, which allow a better comfort of operation and a complete front visibility downward. The ergonomic driver seat is fully rotating together with the onboard instrumentation, designed to ensure perfect control of the machine in every position. The Reach Stacker will have impressive speed, as the manufacturer claims it is more than twice a s fast as any unit on the market. In addition, it has the capabil- ity of stacking 9.5-ft. containers on second row 5 high (while 6 high on first row).

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To discover the black gold - YOU NEED EFFICIENT VESSELS

UT-Design from Rolls-Royce is recognised as the leading design tor seismic vessels on the world market.

But whatever the reputation, it's thi- vessels' performance and profitability that our customers have learned to appreciate. The excellent motion characteristics, the large working areas and the benefits of the latest technological developments in seismic research are just a few of the advantages of our design.

Contact us for more information about our specialised seismic vessel designs.They are not onlv innovative, but also highly efficient. 1 Rolls-Royce

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Rolls-Royce Marine AS, N-6065 Ulsteinvik Norway

Telephone: +47 70 01 40 00. Fax: +47 70 01 40 05 www.rolls-royce.com

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