Electric RTG (e-RTG) with busbar. Photo courtesy Konecranes
A drive and control system retrofit is an efficient and economical solution. At only 15-30% of the price of a new crane (depending on the options), a port gets a crane with new, modern control and diagnostic systems, remote monitoring functions and full spare parts support. Photo courtesy Konecranes
Retrofits of new features into existing ports cranes can produce operational efficiency and safety gains not included on cranes delivered 15-20 years ago, including Ship-to-Shore (STS) Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) and Rail Mounted Gantry (RMG) types. Here, Dmitry Lapin, Knowledge and Development Manager, Port Services, Konecranes, looks at retrofit options proven in applications internationally.