For many years, Kalmar has been developing specially made machines designed to handle empty containers. Kalmar's empty container handlers can be found in operation all around the globe. Kalmar provides various empty container handling machines. There are different units in order to meet client's performance, and lifting height requirements. 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 made and a job to be done successfully, the containers need to be stacked and moved fast, safely and efficiently. Other than driving fast and safe, the stacking has to be done independent of lifting height. In general, it is a time-consuming job which requires accurate positioning.
These machinery are usually placed in harsh working conditions with heavy demands and loads being placed on the stability of the mast and the spreader, in combination with strain on the abilities during the handling process. Having a clear field of vision also helps to guarantee extra safety for the operator and people working in the vicinity.
Single Stacking
For single stacking machines, the main characteristics comprise their high lifting speeds, extreme flexibility and overall stability. The single handling concept starts at 3 high and stacking up to 8 high. These equipment feature twistlock attachments which are a common item on numerous Kalmar equipment throughout the globe. Some of the key factors to take into consideration when choosing single stacking machines are the high demands on selectivity and the limitations in ground space.
Double Stacking
An important step in increasing the productivity in the empty container handling business comes from double stacking of containers. The double stacking situation can be a very demanding application for the Empty Container Handler. Kalmar provides the new DCE100 unit which was specifically designed to perform the high stability requirements of stability and strength with margin. Stacking 2 containers at the same time is the optimum operational efficiency which tops selectivity demands.
Kalmar has researched, engineered and designed many units of forklift trucks to be able to meet a huge variety of applications.