Kalmar has launched the seventh generation of its high-performance straddle carriers.
The new carrier comes in two basic types: the CSC Smoothlift hoist series and the Kalmar Edrive® ESC Smoothlift hoist or winch rope hoist (W) series. The ESC carriers are equipped with AC drives.
The basic variation available in both series is the choice between three-high or four-high stacking and the ability to lift 40 tons (36 tonnes) or twinlift 50 tons (45 tonnes).
The carriers are modular in design and offer flexibility when choosing features, said Kalmar straddle carriers vice-president Ilkka Annala.
"We have built straddle carriers for years but now customers are looking for solutions that help them perform better in the future," he said.
"Automation, heavier load handling and minimised operational costs are just a few of the many ways we can help customers work smarter."
Kalmar said the new machines had a simpler, stronger but lighter structure; a new W-type cabin design with an optional 180-degree rotating seat; a new sideframe structure designed to withstand continuous handling of 50 ton (45 tonne) loads; new cooled heavy-duty wet disc brakes; high power 336kW diesel engines and AC electrical systems with regenerative power distribution between hoist and drive function.
The new carriers have been designed to be compatible with Kalmar's new remote maintenance interface system, making it possible to monitor the condition of carriers remotely.
A range of driver-assisting features includes Smartpath® container position verification, automatic spreader sideshift, automatic spreader slowdown when approaching a container, and a load-weighing system.