VAHLE presents further developments for environmentally friendly port concepts at TOC Europe in Rotterdam
VAHLE presents at TOC Europe: Focus on efficient and sustainable container handling.
Paul Vahle GmbH & Co KG will be presenting innovative developments for a sustainable maritime logistics chain at this year's TOC Europe in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, from June 11 to 13. The system provider for mobile industrial applications will be focusing on various automation and energy transmission solutions that aim to increase energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions from port terminals. One concrete example of this is the use of real-time data communication: this technology will enable the wireless handling of containers in the future and make a significant contribution to reducing resource requirements.
"Ports not only act as hubs for global trade, but also as centers for innovation and sustainability. The future of container handling is characterized by zero emissions and port automation. With our pioneering solutions, we are supporting this transformation towards environmentally friendly and highly automated port facilities," says Jaroslaw Warzecha, Director Business Unit Port at the VAHLE Group. The Kamen-based company has always played a pioneering role in the development of sustainable technologies in the maritime industry.
At the trade fair stand, the focus is particularly on the electrification of port terminals. In this context, VAHLE recently updated its vCOM data transmission system. By implementing the secure SMGX communication standard (Slotted Microwave Guide Extreme), a high-performance data rate of up to one gigabit is achieved. "This ensures uninterrupted communication, which increases security and enables fully automated and remote-controlled port operations," explains Warzecha. In addition, a suitable retrofit solution for existing crane systems is planned to enable immediate optimization of the systems.
The use of SMGX wireless slotted waveguide technology in conjunction with Wi-Fi 6 ensures the simultaneous transmission of control data and multimedia data, enabling wireless container handling. "This solution enables port facility operators to achieve greater efficiency and productivity without having to compromise on environmental compatibility," says Warzecha. The integration of this system, which combines SMGX data and energy transmission via a conductor rail, eliminates the need for cable-based applications such as cable trolleys or energy chains on the STS crane in future. This not only leads to a reduction in maintenance and service costs, but also to considerable weight savings. This offers a direct cost advantage for crane manufacturers when designing new cranes, especially in harsh and extreme weather conditions. In addition, the elimination of the line system on the STS crane results in increased stacking capacity on the container ship.
By integrating Profibus technology and HTL encoder transmission in real time, costly and maintenance-intensive line systems are a thing of the past, even on existing cranes. "From weight savings to remote control from the terminal tower, our solutions enable efficient, sustainable and future-proof automation of container handling in ports," explains Warzecha.
VAHLE will also be presenting the latest generation of its solution for rubber-tired gantry cranes, RTG (Rubber Tired Gantry Cranes) - Trimotion Compact. This system enables the fully electric and automated remote-controlled handling of eRTG cranes in the terminal aisles.
VAHLE will be exhibiting on stand E20 at TOC Europe, one of the world's largest trade fairs for port, ship and terminal technology. "Our vision is that of a fully automated green port. Everyone is cordially invited to our stand to get a first-hand impression of our solutions. Our global team from the APAC, EMEA, & Americas regions will be on site and look forward to your visit," says Warzecha.
