Chilean terminal to implement Kalmar SmartPort solutions
06/05/2022
Kalmar has received an order from Terminal Graneles del Norte S.A. (TGN) for its SmartPort process automation solutions. The company is looking to use the
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Kalmar Global provides cargo handling solutions and services to ports, terminals, distribution centers and heavy industry around the globe. We are the industry forerunner in terminal automation and energy-efficient container handling, with one in four container moves around the globe being handled by a Kalmar solution. We improve the efficiency of your every move through our extensive product portfolio, global service network and solutions for seamless integration of terminal processes.
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Kalmar receives repeat order from French container terminal operator
03/05/2022
Kalmar has received an order from Terminaux de Normandie to supply 12 diesel-electric straddle carriers for use at the Port of Le Havre. The machines
Cargotec profits more than double in Q1 2022
27/04/2022
Cargotec has released its interim report for the period of January to March 2022, reporting profits of more double Q1 2021 levels. Over the period,
Kalmar to deliver forklifts and reachstackers to Port of Pecém
01/04/2022
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has concluded an agreement with Tecer Terminais Portuários do Ceará Ltda (Tecer Terminais) to supply two Kalmar heavy forklift trucks and
Cargotec to exit heavy cranes industry following merger fall-through
30/03/2022
Cargotec will exit the heavy cranes business after the UK regulator blocked a merger with equipment giant Konecranes earlier this week. The Finnish equipment manufacturer
European Commission gives green light to Cargotec-Konecranes merger
24/02/2022
The European Commission has conditionally approved the planned merger between Cargotec and Konecranes. The approval – which follows the Commission’s extensive investigation and widespread consultation
Cargotec/Konecranes continue dialogue with competition authorities
03/02/2022
Cargotec and Konecranes have continued discussions with competition authorities regarding their merger to form the Future Company. The merger was previously approved by regulators in
Kalmar supports Westport AS in decarbonisation efforts
12/01/2022
Kalmar has agreed to supply Westport AS with a Kalmar Electric Reachstacker to help reach decarbonisation targets. The order, which also includes a five-year Kalmar
Kalmar partners with Coast Autonomous Inc.
05/01/2022
Kalmar has signed a joint development agreement with Coast Autonomous Inc. to speed up the development and launch of robotic solutions across the mobile equipment
Kalmar One
Kalmar One is a flexible and scalable open automation system for ports and terminals, which will enable you to streamline and automate your operations with proven functionalities and well-established processes. As a standardised open system that is applicable for all equipment types, it will be quicker, easier and more cost-effective to deploy. Allowing you to benefit from your investment sooner.
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Kalmar SmartPort Process Automation
Kalmar’s integrated process automation solutions bring immediate productivity improvements with a relatively small initial investment.
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Services for automated terminals
Servicing an automated terminal involves a deeper level of interconnection and a stronger reliance on technology than at manually operated terminals. Kalmar offers various types of services and expertise to help you plan, support, develop and improve your automated operation throughout the operational lifecycle.
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Kalmar Terminal Design Services
Building a new terminal, changing operational mode or renewing your current operations is a demanding and risky task, which is why you want a knowledgeable and experienced partner. Kalmar Terminal Design Services, with over 250 projects delivered globally over the last 15 years, provides a full range of design services to help you realise your ambitions and improve the capacity and flow of cargo through your terminal.
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Automatic Stacking Cranes (ASC)
Kalmar’s unique end-to-end automation system encompasses our latest-generation ASC system as well as automated truck handling and (Auto)Shuttles™, all integrated with our in-house terminal logistic system (Kalmar TLS) and the industry-leading Navis TOS. This enables a smooth and fast automation deployment and ensures that your terminal delivers high throughput as well as predictable and reliable performance around the clock, every day of the year.
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Empty Container Handlers
Our range of empty container handlers delivers market-leading strength and stability to ensure precise yet straightforward positioning of containers. The flexible design includes side spreaders for twist-lock (single stacking) or hook (double stacking) handling. Every single element – the lifting mast (also known as the boom), chassis and side spreader – is designed for maximum strength and stability. We provide four basic capacities of 7, 8, 9 or 10 tons for a total stacking height of up to 8+1 containers.
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Forklift Trucks
Kalmar offers a variety of forklift trucks from light-weight electric machines to heavy-duty industrial applications.
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Reachstackers
Kalmar reachstackers are designed to help your operations – and your entire business – reach new heights of productivity. Combining our long experience in material and container handling with our innovative cargo handling technology, they offer high performance throughout the entire operating cycle, user-friendly operation, low running costs and excellent environmental performance.
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RTG Cranes
Kalmar Rubber-tyred Gantry (RTG) Cranes are designed for reliable, efficient, safe and cost-effective operation.
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Ship-to-Shore Cranes
Our innovative and reliable ship-to-shore (STS) crane solutions are the result of over a century of experience in crane engineering and construction. In today’s fast-paced cargo handling environment, speeding up ship turnaround times can give your port a significant competitive advantage.
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Kalmar | Automated Shuttle Carriers for Ports Container Handling by Kalmar
Kalmar shuttle carriers improve your terminal throughput by decoupling ship-to-shore and yard operations. They are the ideal horizontal transportation system for terminals designed around automated stacking cranes (ASCs) or rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs). A shuttle carrier system speeds up your operations considerably because container handover doesn’t require a crane and a carrier to be present at the same time.
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Kalmar | Automated Straddle Carriers for Ports & Shipping Terminals by Kalmar
Kalmar straddle carriers are trusted by terminal operators the world over for their ability to enable faster ship-to-shore crane operations and more efficient landside operations. The Kalmar family comprises four products and includes our Classic model – the world’s most popular straddle carrier. Our Electric Straddle Carrier offers excellent fuel efficiency and low noise, while the Hybrid model features a regenerative system to convert excess energy into reusable electrical power. Finally, the Kalmar AutoStraddle™ is our automated solution designed to increase terminal safety and productivity.
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Kalmar | Terminal Tractors for Shipping Ports by Kalmar
Kalmar is the world’s leading manufacturer of terminal tractors, delivering more than 60,000 units globally over the years. Our different models of terminal tractors have all been designed specifically to meet the demands of ports and container terminals.
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Kalmar Modernisation Services
Kalmar Modernisation Services enables you to upgrade your fleet including Automatic Stacking Cranes (ASC), Rubber Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGs), Rail Mounted Gantry Cranes (RMGs), Ship to Shore Cranes (STS), Shuttle and Straddle Carriers and help maximise their performance. With our industry-leading experts and decades-long experience, we can help you lower your fleet’s total cost of ownership and adapt to your changing operational requirements.
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Kalmar Care | Port crane maintenance and services by Kalmar
Kalmar Care is a range of service contracts for all brands and types of cargo-handling equipment. We serve you through a global network of 1,500 services and support staff in 120 countries and are trusted to maintain over 5,800 machines.
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Kalmar | Crane spare ports and management in Ports by Kalmar
Kalmar Parts Care provides you with end-to-end visibility of your current spare parts processes by assessing your installed spare parts base and operational data. Through this analysis we can then offer you a plan, which will improve the availability of spare parts, make your spare parts management more efficient, free up working capital and we can also share the inventory management risk.
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Kalmar | Crane Spare Parts and Components for Ports by Kalmar
Kalmar’s extensive stock and rapid delivery service ensure that you quickly receive the spare parts you need to get your equipment up and running again. We know that the right part matters.
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Kalmar | Crane Equipment Upgrades and Modernisation for Ports by Kalmar
Kalmar equipment upgrades are designed to take your equipment to the next level. They can be retrofitted to any brand equipment and they meet our high-quality standards. Our comprehensive set of solutions will enhance every critical aspect of your equipment.
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Kalmar | Performance Management Tool for Terminal Productivity by Kalmar
Kalmar has designed new performance management and optimisation tool that will provide terminal operators with a real-time view of their terminal’s productivity and performance as it is actually occurring.
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01/12/2021
Remote services give terminals 24/7 access to advanced analytics and top expertise
New remote service concepts are giving terminal operators the possibility of drawing upon system providers' experience and expertise wherever they are in the world. Through remote connectivity and automatic continuous…
01/10/2021
Practical steps towards eco-efficient container handling
Kalmar's Timo Alho and Jason Gasparik discuss the practical steps towards eco-efficient operations for container terminals, in addition to providing tips on how to lower emissions along with fuel and energy consumption. …
28/05/2021
Container terminal automation needs standardisation and open interfaces
Across the globe, container terminal automation is advancing rapidly. Automation, including the insights learned from the data it produces, is recognised as the future of improved container handling safety and business pe…
29/01/2021
Smart Design and Driveline Choices Help in Enhancing RTG Eco-Efficiency
As the drive to improve environmental performance at container terminals continues to gather pace, operators are faced with several choices when it comes to expanding or renewing their rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) crane flee…
21/12/2020
Seeing the Big Picture: Optimising Automated Equipment Fleets
In one form or another, automation is the future for terminals of all types that are looking to continuously improve the efficiency, safety and sustainability of their operations. This article examines the benefits of …
03/08/2020
The Future of Port Operations Post-COVID
In this paper Kalmar explores how increased automation changes planning for port operations. Excerpt: The port and terminal industry is evolving continuously, with improvements, innovations and disruptions following…
29/06/2020
Q&A: Kalmar - Automation Today
In this exclusive discussion with Kalmar, PTI spoke to top executives about automation, how Kalmar approaches the technology and how to overcome the challenges that the port industry faces in today’s climates. Excerpt:…
30/03/2020
Data and AI Drive Electrification at Container Terminals
Societal and mediatic discussion about technology has in recent years been heavily focused on artificial intelligence (AI). This expression and the hype surrounding it gives rise to strong emotions: it is either extre…