Kalmar has been designing equipment which is particularly used in the handling of empty containers for many years. Their empty container handlers are nowadays functioning and operating all over the globe. Kalmar offers a wide variety of empty container handling machines. There are various units to be able to meet lifting height requirements and, customer's performance. Their range stretches from a capacity of 3 high up to 8+1 high, providing optimum balance of economy.
In order for money to be earned and a task to be completed successfully, the containers has to be stacked and moved quickly, efficiently and safely. Other than driving safe and fast, the stacking needs to be done independent of lifting height. In general, it is a time-consuming task that needs accurate placement.
The machinery are under such a rigorous working atmosphere that this places heavy demands on the stability of the equipment, spreader and mast, along with extreme user friendly abilities during the handling process. Having a clear field of vision also helps to guarantee extra safety for the operator and individuals working in the vicinity.
Single Stacking
The main characteristics for single stacking equipment are their high lifting speeds, extreme flexibility and overall stability. The single handling concept begins at 3 high and stacking up to 8 high. These equipment feature twistlock attachments which are a common item on numerous Kalmar machines all around the world. Some of the important factors to take into account when thinking about single stacking equipment are the limitations in ground space and the high demands on selectivity.
Double Stacking
An essential step in increasing the productivity in the empty container handling business comes from double stacking of containers. The double stacking situation could be a very demanding application for the Empty Container Handler. Kalmar provides the new DCE100 unit which was specially made to fulfill the high stability requirements of strength and stability with margin. Stacking 2 containers simultaneously is the optimum operational effectiveness that tops selectivity demands.
Kalmar has researched, designed and engineered numerous models of forklift trucks so as to meet a huge variety of applications.