Case Studies

Moving critical minerals, such as spodumene, which is a key source of lithium, between a remote mine in Northern Canada and the port has been made easier for Solurail through the integration of the RAM Revolver on a reach stacker and ISG containers, creating a ‘pit-to-rail’ containerised bulk handling (CBH) transloading solution.

This spodumene project in Northern Canada demonstrates what’s possible when you combine world-class technology partners with a dedicated team focused on solving complex challenges.

THE RESULTS:
✓ Drastic reduction in product loss vs. traditional methods.
✓ Reliable operations from -45°C to +40°C.
✓ Zero heavy infrastructure CAPEX required.
✓ Contamination-free handling with RAM Revolver and ISG containers.

When it comes to maintaining a spreader, every component counts – not just for performance, but for safety, reliability and warranty compliance.

In the fast-paced and safety-sensitive world of container handling, equipment reliability is everything.  Spreader components such as twistlocks, hydraulic units, and electrical systems all play a pivotal role in smooth operations. But when it comes to safety, the quality of these parts can mean the difference between seamless performance and catastrophic failure.

This revealing case study reports on the critical importance of only using genuine OEM spare parts and why safety should always come first in procurement decisions.

With hundreds of SingFlex Tandem Headblock units in operation worldwide since its launch over a decade ago, a ‘white paper’ reports on the productivity, financial and operational benefits when using a tandem headblock system, allowing the crane operator to handle multiple containers in a single lift cycle on single hoist STS cranes.

Problem: The demand for copper is expected to remain high, especially in the electrical and electronics industries. If the right systems for handling copper concentrate are not in place, the quality of the commodity can become degraded, and be lost in the handling process.

Solution: For ports and terminals exporting commodities such as copper concentrate, the capital cost of building a bulk loading infrastructure can be a costly exercise. However, the RAM Revolver on a ship crane was a cost-effective solution.

Problem: In this day of mega vessels, tight frame times and endless competition, container terminals are under pressure to handle more whilst not overspending.

Solution: Many terminals have opted for tandem lifting using the SingFlex ship to shore crane headblock, which is a cost-effective solution in comparison to a dual hoist STS crane. SingFlex tandem headblock improves productivity with faster ship operations, shorter berth stays and a more effective use of capital per container.

Problem: Around the world, the global population has continued to surge which reflects the increase in demand for grains like soya. Exporting these grain commodities are a real challenge, as terminals are already working at full capacity and investment for a bulk terminal will be costly.

Solution: A terminal in South America, adopted the ‘Revolver’ Containerised Bulk Handling (CBH) with sealed containers, as it’s cost effective, efficient and protects the value of their customer’s product.

Problem: With the world transitioning to a sustainable future, the port industry is under pressure to be energy efficient.

Solution: Container terminals are opting for single hoist cranes as they are cheaper to build, weigh less and consume less energy when in tandem operation than dual hoist cranes. But what other benefits will follow?

Problem: At 4,000 meters above sea level, the elevated and remote location of MMG Las Bambas mine posed problems of transporting copper concentrate to market. The team had to find some innovative solutions to achieve a safe and effective method for transporting product to market.

Solution: Following a study, MMG worked with Matarani Port and chose RAM’s Containerised Bulk Handling (CBH) Bi-Modal solution. The solution enabled the transportation of concentrate in special sealed containers 443km by road and 286km by rail to Matarani Port, where it is offloaded from the containers by ‘revolver’ rotating spreader into hopper fed ship loaders.