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DETECT OBSTACLES IN TIME WITH KONECRANES REVERSE WARNING SYSTEM

DETECT OBSTACLES IN TIME WITH KONECRANES REVERSE WARNING SYSTEM

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By
Alisa Evans
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May 2023
When visibility is low, the Konecranes Reverse Warning System can help prevent accidents by making the driver aware of obstacles in the lift truck’s path. The ultrasonic obstacle detection system automatically senses objects, yard staff and other machines, and provides the driver with visual and acoustic alarm signals in the...
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GET RID OF BLIND SPOTS WITH KONECRANES REVERSE CAMERA SYSTEM

GET RID OF BLIND SPOTS WITH KONECRANES REVERSE CAMERA SYSTEM

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By
Alisa Evans
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April 2023
Ever wished you had eyes in the back when reversing? The Konecranes reverse camera kit can be positioned anywhere to prevent blind spots, helping your drivers move large tonnages in a safe and efficient way! The camera combines a wide field of view with excellent image quality for reliable guidance....
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IT’S TIME FOR INSPECTIONS TO GO DIGITAL

IT’S TIME FOR INSPECTIONS TO GO DIGITAL

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By
Alisa Evans
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April 2023
For as long as we’ve had heavy machinery, we’ve had daily and periodic inspections to make sure they’re in working order and safe to operate. In many markets, it is a legal requirement. And with good reason—inspections are critical to safety, maintenance efficiency, pre-emptive troubleshooting, managing costs, and optimizing the...
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PATERSON SIMONS AND LOME CONTAINER TERMINAL: 8 YEARS LATER

PATERSON SIMONS AND LOME CONTAINER TERMINAL: 8 YEARS LATER

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By
Alisa Evans
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March 2023
Paterson Simons has had a full-time presence at Lome Container Terminal (LCT) for the last 8 years. Our contract at LCT officially began on the 1st of February 2015, we set up a full team at LCT in a few short weeks. We currently have a team of 104 strong...
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GOTTWALD MOBILE HARBOUR CRANE ASSEMBLY IN WESTDORPE, NETHERLANDS

GOTTWALD MOBILE HARBOUR CRANE ASSEMBLY IN WESTDORPE, NETHERLANDS

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By
Alisa Evans
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March 2023
Paterson Simons Service Manager Messan Guedou recently visited Europe to shadow an experienced Konecranes engineering team building a Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Crane (MHC) ordered by ICTSI for their operations at Matadi Gateway Terminal. He arrived in time to witness the boom assembly, fitting of boom to the crane, process...
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KONECRANES CONTAINER CHECKING SAFETY SYSTEM

KONECRANES CONTAINER CHECKING SAFETY SYSTEM

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By
Alisa Evans
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March 2023
Ensure your operators and service technicians experience a secure working environment during maintenance operations, with Konecranes container checking safety system. Container checking safety system from Konecranes The system (red supports) is mounted on both sides of the mast. While activated, the system is locked mechanically in horizontal position, preventing the...
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THE EVOLUTION OF MAINTENANCE

THE EVOLUTION OF MAINTENANCE

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By
Alisa Evans
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March 2023
The practice of maintenance is as old as industry—for as long as we’ve had machines, we’ve had to maintain and adapt our maintenance activities to match their progress. Today, digitalization is reinventing maintenance practice and standards. Real time insights and data-driven decision making is helping cut costs, improve safety and...
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KONECRANES OVERHEAD GUARD – SAFETY CAGE INCREASES SAFETY WHILE OPERATING YOUR KONECRANES EMPTY CONTAINER HANDLERS

KONECRANES OVERHEAD GUARD – SAFETY CAGE INCREASES SAFETY WHILE OPERATING YOUR KONECRANES EMPTY CONTAINER HANDLERS

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By
Alisa Evans
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February 2023
Increase safety while operating your Konecranes empty container handlers by mounting the Overhead Guard – Safety cage to protect the operator from falling objects. The safety cage structure is mounted all around the cabin, keeping operators safe. Overhead Guard – Safety cage If heavy metal goods or containers fall from...
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THE MOVE FROM DIESEL TO ELECTRIC: WELCOME TO THE FUTURE

THE MOVE FROM DIESEL TO ELECTRIC: WELCOME TO THE FUTURE

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By
Alisa Evans
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February 2023
In the last few years, there have been significant innovations in electric and battery operated heavy lifting machinery. Long-term cost savings and helping customers reduce their carbon footprint are advantages of Konecranes battery-driven and all-electric heavy lifting machinery. The first Konecranes product to get a battery was the Konecranes Gottwald...
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MODERNIZING INDUSTRY WORKPLACE SAFETY

MODERNIZING INDUSTRY WORKPLACE SAFETY

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By
Alisa Evans
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January 2023
Generally speaking, workplace safety has come a long way over the years. Largely by learning the hard way, through post-event analysis and reporting that leads to safety practice reform and improvements. But workplace safety also still has some way to go, especially in industrial settings. Statistics show forklifts account for...
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ENHANCE SAFETY FOR YOUR OPERATORS AND TECHNICIANS WITH KONECRANES RUNNING BOARD AND HANDRAIL UPGRADE SOLUTION

ENHANCE SAFETY FOR YOUR OPERATORS AND TECHNICIANS WITH KONECRANES RUNNING BOARD AND HANDRAIL UPGRADE SOLUTION

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By
Alisa Evans
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January 2023
The Konecranes running board and handrail upgrade solution ensures your operators and service technicians a secure working environment. Easy to install, this solution has been studied and developed for all reach stacker models but different variations are available for other lift truck models as well. HOW KONECRANES RUNNING BOARD AND...
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CREATE A SAFER WORKING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR DRIVERS WITH KONECRANES GRID CABIN PROTECTION

CREATE A SAFER WORKING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR DRIVERS WITH KONECRANES GRID CABIN PROTECTION

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By
Alisa Evans
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November 2022
The Konecranes grid cabin protection upgrade solution shields the operator from hard-to-see obstructions and falling objects, providing a safer working environment. Lift trucks frequently operate in busy areas in which accidents can easily occur. If undesired objects fall onto the truck because they are bumped or dropped, when they hit...