Vacuum lifting beam for port cranes

In brief

• The vacuum lifting beam for port cranes (AERMEC) is used to load and unload pipes in ship holds, in ports and in the steel industry.

• It combines a vacuum system with rotating mechanical retaining arms, and a PLC control that distributes loads, even asymmetric ones.

• It handles pipes up to 18 tonnes, 16 to 60 inches in diameter and 6.5 to 18 metres in length.

• Fields of application

• Operating principles

• Operating recommendations

• General characteristics

• Case studies

Fields of application

The AERMEC vacuum lifting beam for port cranes is designed to meet the specific needs of professionals operating in ports and the steel industry.

Thanks to its dual safety system (vacuum and mechanical retention), it ensures safe and efficient handling when loading or unloading pipes in ship holds.

This robust equipment is ideal for demanding environments where safety is a priority.

Operating principles

The operation of the vacuum lifting beam for port cranes is based on an advanced technological system:

• High-performance vacuum system: Using pumps and a vacuum reservoir, the equipment creates the vacuum required to lift pipes safely.
• Rotating mechanical arms: Positioned at the ends, they prevent any slipping or accidental fall, enhancing safety.
• PLC control system: Advanced logic control ensures perfect load distribution, even with asymmetric loads.

This combination of technologies enables fast and safe handling of pipes of various diameters and lengths.

Operating recommendations

To get the most out of your vacuum lifting beam for port cranes, here are some recommendations:

• Train personnel: Thorough training ensures safe use in complex port environments.
• Check systems periodically: Make sure the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components are working perfectly to avoid any malfunction.
• Match the suction pads: Use suction pads suited to the diameter of the pipes to be lifted for optimum efficiency.

General characteristics

The AERMEC vacuum lifting beam for port cranes delivers outstanding performance thanks to its advanced technical characteristics:

• High lifting capacity: Can handle pipes up to 18 tonnes, with a diameter of 16ʺ to 60ʺ and a length of 6.5 to 18 metres.
• Flexibility: Compatible with several pipe sizes thanks to its modular suction pads.
• Simplified installation: Quick couplings for easy connection to the hydraulic system and control panel.
• Dual vacuum system: Ensures a sufficient vacuum level for gripping and handling pipes.

Advantages

• Versatility: Compatible with various pipe diameters and lengths.
• Efficiency: Enables fast handling, even of oxidised or rough materials.
• Robustness: Designed for demanding port environments.

Services

• Industrial commissioning support
• Fast after-sales service response
• Installed base monitoring and periodic performance checks
• Spare parts stock

Frequently asked questions

What is the vacuum lifting beam for port cranes used for?

It is used to load or unload pipes in ship holds, for professionals in ports and the steel industry. Its dual safety system combines vacuum and mechanical retention.

How does this vacuum lifting beam work?

Pumps and a vacuum reservoir create the vacuum required for lifting. Rotating mechanical arms at the ends prevent any slipping, and a PLC control distributes the loads, even asymmetric ones.

What loads and pipe dimensions can it lift?

It handles pipes up to 18 tonnes, 16 to 60 inches in diameter and 6.5 to 18 metres in length. Its modular suction pads adapt to several pipe sizes.

How is it installed?

Quick couplings allow easy connection to the hydraulic system and control panel.

What maintenance is required?

Periodically check the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components, and use suction pads suited to the pipe diameter. Personnel training is recommended for safe use.