A spreader you can rely on
Your ship-to-shore spreaders work day and night and face heavy shock loads. We have taken this into account in our design. For example, we use as few electronics and mechanical, rotating components as possible. This reduces the risk of downtime and you can rely on the availability of your spreader.
Heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders
Two critical components of our ship-to-shore spreader (the telescopic system and the flippers) use cylinders. These components move linearly instead of rotating and are therefore less prone to failure. They also require less maintenance and are faster and cheaper to maintain, repair and replace.
24/7 availability thanks to double motor and pump system
When you use your spreader intensively and under tough conditions, there is always a chance that something will break down. To prevent complete downtime, our spreaders have a dual motor and pump system. This clever hydraulic design ensures that if one of the two systems breaks down, the other will keep working. And so will your spreader.
- Environmentally friendly powder coating for maximum corrosion protection
- Designed according to spreader guidelines
- Software and electronics from quality brands
Bespoke ship-to-shore spreaders
At VDL Container Systems, we tailor the design of your spreader to your requirements. For example, we supply spreaders for 20 and 40 ft containers, but you can also opt for a 45 ft stopper. The modular building blocks allow you to configure the spreader as you wish.
Modular features
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Twinlift With our twinlift option, you pick up two 20 ft ISO containers from the ship at the same time. Want to save even more time? Then choose the 'separating twinlift' option. With a sliding arm, you create extra space between the two containers during lifting. This makes picking them up on the quay easier and faster. |
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Memory system Especially for our separating twinlift, we have developed a memory system, which allows you to infinitely programme the distance between two containers. |
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Capacity increase or decrease Do you handle containers with a lower weight than your maximum capacity? Then we can also design lighter spreaders for you. Just need a system that can carry more weight? No problem. |
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Height detection With our height detection, your crane automatically receives a signal when the spreader approaches the container. This allows you to approach the container more slowly, minimising the risk of damage and accidents. |
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Automatic lubrication system The twistlocks you use to pick up and rotate containers need to be lubricated from time to time. Our automatic lubrication system counts how many times they rotate and lubricates them fully automatically after a certain number of rotations. This keeps them working smoothly. |
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(Noise) attenuation Our damping system dampens heavy shocks and noise. This reduces the impact on the spreader and on people in the surrounding area. |
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Electrical Spreaders we design for loading one container at a time can also be supplied electrically. Although a hydraulic system is more powerful, an electric spreader is more energy-efficient and makes less noise. As the electric spreader does not use oil, there is no risk of water contamination in case of a breakdown. |
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Twin Twenty detection Our 'Twin Twenty' container detection checks whether there are one or two containers hanging under the spreader and that the spreader is also in the correct position for the number of containers to be lifted. So you always work safely. |
What others say about us
Customers get help quickly
Port-Trade has represented VDL Container Systems for many years in Scandinavia, a challenging environment. We have assembled and installed spreaders suitable for their specific situation for many customers. Together with VDL, we ensure that our customers always get quick assistance when needed, so that their business can continue to run smoothly.
Peter Muller
CEO Port-Trade
Global dealer network for sales, maintenance and spare parts
For sales, maintenance and spare parts, we are happy to get you in touch with one of our dealers near you. With fast deliveries and service from our dealers and agents around the world, we help you avoid downtime in your processes. That saves money.
