This RTG is supplied with a cable reeling drum carrying 170m of 10kV HT cable. Speaking about the order, Liebherr’s sales and marketing manager, Gerry Bunyan commented
“The addition of a cable reeling drum to the RTG for the Port of Cork, follows on from the supply of five similar RTG’s to the Port of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. The supply of electric RTG’s by Liebherr was a natural next step in the ongoing development of our RTG’s. In addition to the increased efficiencies and lower running and maintenance costs that electrification brings, there are major environmental benefits, such as lower emissions and reduced noise pollution.
Elaborating on the specifics of the order further, Mr Bunyan continued.
“The RTG that will be supplied to Cork features anti-collision technology, automatic gantry alignment, remote diagnostics and a container positioning system.
The eight rope reeving anti-sway system that is supplied as standard on all Liebherr cranes coupled with the simultaneous operation of the gantry, hoist and travel motors allows for superior positioning of the spreader and reduces the need for a headblock. This allows for an increase in productivity of between 30% – 40% when compared with alternative competitor designs.”
“This RTG combines low running and maintenance costs, environmental benefits and the exceptional availability and productivity rates that are the hallmark of Liebherr Cranes.” He concluded.
Photo shows RTGs at the Port of Sharjah.