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Types of Bulk Material Handling Equipment in Ports

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In the round-the-clock operations of ports, the diverse characteristics of materials and varying loading/unloading requirements have given rise to a wide range of specialized equipment. From kilometers-long belt conveyors to flexible radial telescopic stackers, each type of equipment plays an irreplaceable role in specific scenarios. Understanding the features and technical principles of these equipment types is not only crucial for improving port operational efficiency but also key to optimizing resource allocation and reducing energy consumption costs.

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Belt Conveyor

Belt conveyors achieve continuous transportation of bulk materials through looped rubber belts, suitable for various materials such as coal, ore, and grain. Their core structure includes driving devices, conveyor belts, roller sets, tensioning systems, and supports, capable of horizontal or inclined (≤25°) conveying.

Equipment Parameters

ItemParameter
Conveying Capacity500-12,000 tons/hour
Belt Speed Range0.8-6.5 m/s
Single Machine Length50 m to 15 km
Power Configuration15kW-5000kW

Maintenance Points

  • Daily Inspection: Check belt misalignment and abnormal roller rotation
  • Monthly Inspection: Measure drum wear (standard: rubber thickness < 30% of original value)
  • Annual Overhaul: Replace worn rollers (rejection standard: radial runout > 1.5mm)

Zoomry Belt Conveyor

Zoomry's belt conveyors feature independently developed ST5000 steel cord belts with tensile strength up to 5000N/mm, effectively meeting high-load, long-distance conveying needs. Equipped with a dynamic alignment system that monitors belt deviation in real-time and automatically adjusts roller angles, maintenance time is significantly reduced by 30%.


Radial Telescopic Stacker

Radial telescopic stackers achieve 360° material distribution through rotating booms, forming various stockpile shapes such as trapezoidal and herringbone. Main components include traveling mechanisms, slewing platforms, telescopic booms, and material throwing devices.

Equipment Parameters

ParameterStandard RangeSpecial Model Capability
Stacking Height12-25 mZR220 model up to 28m
Slewing Radius18-40 mMaximum 45 m
Traveling Speed5-25 m/minVariable frequency drive
Handling Capacity800-3000 tons/hourPeak 4000t/h

Maintenance Points

Lubrication Management

  • Slewing bearing greasing every 500 hours
  • Hydraulic system oil change interval: 2000 hours

Key Component Lifespan

  • Wire rope: 3 years or 500,000 cycles
  • Slewing reducer: 5 years or 20,000 hours

Zoomry Radial Telescopic Stacker

For the special working conditions of radial telescopic stackers, Zoomry has developed an 8-point hydraulic anchoring windproof system. Through the coordinated control of pressure sensors and hydraulic locking devices, it successfully withstands 14-level typhoon impacts. Combined with laser 3D scanning technology, stockpile volume control accuracy reaches ±0.5m³, achieving precise material distribution while reducing segregation. Notably, the ZR series adopts a new hydraulic drive solution, reducing energy consumption by 42% compared to traditional models, saving over $150,000 in electricity costs annually under 6,000-hour operation conditions.


Mobile Shiploader

Mobile shiploaders are used to accurately load bulk materials into ship holds, divided into three main types based on structure: cantilever, telescopic, and rotary. Core functions include tide compensation, ship following, and efficiency adjustment.

Equipment Parameters

ItemParameter
Loading Efficiency2000-6000 tons/hour
Boom Length15-35 m
Luffing Angle-15° to +25°
Vessel Compatibility
Panamax80,000 DWT
Capesize180,000 DWT
VLOC400,000 DWT

Maintenance Points

  • Wire rope inspection: Monthly diameter measurement (rejection standard: diameter reduction > 7%)
  • Hydraulic system maintenance: Oil temperature control: 45-60℃ (alarm threshold: 75℃), filter replacement interval: 1000 hours
  • Structural inspection: Annual magnetic particle testing (focus: boom hinge points)

Zoomry Mobile Shiploader

In the field of mobile shiploaders, Zoomry's modular rapid relocation system breaks traditional installation limitations. Through prefabricated components and intelligent positioning devices, equipment relocation and assembly can be completed in 72 hours. The three-stage anti-spillage flow guide device, through coordinated airflow control and mechanical interception, reduces material spillage to below 0.1%. Operational data from Hai Phong Port, Vietnam, shows that the ZRSL shiploader achieves 120 hours of continuous operation without downtime, maintaining stable loading efficiency at 4300t/h, improving operational stability by 15% compared to similar equipment.


Truck Unloader

Truck unloaders are specialized equipment for rapid handling of bulk material transport vehicles. Based on operational scenarios, they are mainly divided into three types: The side-tipping type is suitable for standard truck unloading, achieving quick unloading cycles of 3-5 minutes through hydraulic lifting mechanisms; the bottom-discharge type is designed for dump trucks, utilizing bottom conveyor belts or scraper systems with handling capacities up to 1500 tons/hour; the screw type targets high-viscosity materials like wet clay, using slow-rotating spiral blades for progressive unloading, effectively preventing material adhesion and clogging. Each type has unique features, meeting diverse unloading needs from ordinary minerals to special viscous materials.

Key Parameters

ParameterSide-TippingBottom-Discharge
Handling Capacity800-1800t/h1200-2500t/h
Lifting Height6-8 m-
Power Configuration55-132kW75-160kW
Vehicle Compatibility40-100 ton class60-150 ton class

Maintenance Points

Hydraulic System

  • Monthly oil contamination testing (NAS Class 8 standard)
  • Bi-annual accumulator diaphragm replacement

Structural Inspection

  • Monthly measurement of lifting cylinder settlement (allowable value < 2mm/24h)
  • Quarterly pin wear inspection (maximum clearance < 0.5mm)

Zoomry Truck Unloader

Zoomry's truck unloaders feature a unique bidirectional unloading mode. Through the coordination of hydraulic tilting mechanisms and intelligent sensing systems, they support left and right unloading operations, adapting to different site layouts. Using high-chromium cast iron wear plates with HRC58-62 hardness, they achieve 30,000 hours of service life in abrasive material scenarios like iron ore powder. Compared to traditional methods, vehicle port滞留时间 is reduced by 65%, and material breakage rate drops from the industry average of 0.8% to below 0.2%, significantly improving port turnover efficiency.


Auxiliary Equipment and Core Components

Roller Assemblies

As the core load-bearing units of conveying systems, roller assembly performance directly affects equipment stability and energy consumption. International standard ISO 284 imposes strict requirements: rotational resistance must be controlled within 2N to reduce operating energy consumption, radial runout must be less than 0.7mm to ensure smooth belt operation, and IP66 dust/water protection is required to adapt to high-salt port environments. Zoomry's breakthrough in surface treatment technology has developed ceramic-coated rollers with surface hardness up to HV1200, tripling wear resistance compared to traditional galvanized rollers, achieving 30,000 hours of maintenance-free operation in high-wear scenarios like iron ore powder.

Drive Units

The application of permanent magnet synchronous motors marks a revolution in drive technology. Their unique rare-earth permanent magnet rotor structure provides 50% more starting torque than traditional asynchronous motors, effectively preventing belt slippage during heavy-load starts. Through field-oriented control technology, motor power factor remains stable above 0.95, with comprehensive energy consumption reduced by 35% via efficiency optimization algorithms. Zoomry's dedicated reducer adopts a planetary-helical gear composite transmission structure, improving transmission efficiency to 96%, and with an intelligent temperature-controlled lubrication system, maintains stable output in ambient temperatures from -30℃ to +50℃.

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A systematic understanding of the technical characteristics and maintenance points of various equipment types can significantly improve port operational efficiency. As a professional manufacturer with over 20 years of experience in bulk material handling, Zoomry's products are certified to CE, EAC, and other international standards, providing professional solutions to over 50 countries worldwide, helping customers build efficient and reliable material handling systems.

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