Here are three smart upgrades from Konecranes designed to help maximise uptime, improve safety, and lower operating costs: the Konecranes Spreader Service Box, MD4 control system upgrade, and Konecranes Tire Saver. 1. Improve maintenance efficiency with the Konecranes Spreader Service Box Developed for Reach Stackers and Empty Container Handlers, the...

Paterson Simons has successfully supported the mobilisation of a Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Crane from Meridian Port Services (MPS) Tema, Ghana, to West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) in Onne, Nigeria, strengthening port handling capacity in the region. The crane, a Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Crane GHMK 8412, was carefully loaded at MPS Tema on 1–2 March before being transported...

A mine is one of the toughest working environments. Equipment must deliver not only strength and performance, but safety, stability and reliability at every stage of the operation. Konecranes has developed a dedicated mining solutions platform, showcasing lift trucks engineered specifically for these extreme conditions – for demanding mining environments....

Here are three smart upgrades to maximise uptime, improve safety and reduce operating costs from Konecranes: The Konecranes Spreader Service Box, MD4 control system upgrade, and Konecranes Tire Saver: 1. Stay ahead of maintenance with the Konecranes Spreader Service Box: Designed for Reach stackers and Empty Container Handlers, the Konecranes...

As ports worldwide continue to focus on decarbonisation, Konecranes E-Hybrid  Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) crane combines onboard battery power with established grid connection options such as busbar or cable reel systems. This dual approach allows terminals to benefit from electrification while retaining flexibility in environments where power stability may vary. Unlike conventional electric...

Staying alert and maintaining clear visibility around heavy equipment is essential in busy industrial environments where people, vehicles and cargo often operate in close proximity. To help reduce the risk of collisions and improve situational awareness, Konecranes has introduced an advanced Collision Avoidance System designed specifically for its Generation C...

Paterson Simons has successfully conducted a Konecranes Lift trucks technical training programme for engineers from Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority and our subsidiary Pasico Ghana, in collaboration with Konecranes. The training took place in October 2025 in Markaryd, Sweden, and was delivered in two groups of nine participants each. The...

Maintaining a clear view behind a lift truck when reversing is essential for safe, efficient operations. The Konecranes Reverse Camera Kit is designed to eliminate blind spots, giving operators greater confidence when manoeuvring large or heavy loads. Advanced features for safer operations The system provides a wide 120° field of...

Ports are inherently high-risk environments, with heavy machinery, moving vehicles and deep water present every day. Keeping people safe must always come first, while poor safety can also lead to equipment damage, downtime and significant operational costs. A proactive safety approach starts with preventive maintenance, correct equipment configuration and well-trained...

Konecranes has taken a major step forward in its electrification journey with the launch of its new fully electric reach stacker – an innovation designed for the high-intensity, heavy-duty operations that define today’s global material handling industry. Unveiled to an exclusive audience in Shanghai on 19 November, the new model delivers up...

Paterson Simons conducted training earlier this year at the Tema port of the Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority (GPHA) for thirty GPHA Reach stacker operators. The training focused on Hydromechanical Variable Transmission (HVT) operation on Konecranes SMV 4636 Reach stackers. Utilizing HVT, Flow Drive from Konecranes effectively manages power at...

Tyre wear, especially on steering wheels, is one of the most significant maintenance costs in lift truck operations. It is also a major source of rubber waste, which has a lasting impact on the environment. Konecranes Tire Saver is a smart, practical solution that helps you get more mileage out...