Straddle Carrier
Product Overview
The Straddle Carrier launched by Dongqi Crane is a highly efficient and flexible container handling equipment designed for ports, terminals, logistics parks, and other similar environments. With its outstanding performance, stable operation, and exceptional handling capabilities, this equipment has become an indispensable tool in modern logistics and transportation.
Key Features:
- Efficient Handling:
The Straddle Carrier boasts a powerful load-bearing capacity, capable of easily handling containers of various sizes, including 20-foot, 40-foot, and 45-foot containers, with a maximum load capacity of up to 50 tons. Its unique straddle design enables efficient container handling and stacking, significantly improving operational productivity. - Flexible Mobility:
The equipment is equipped with a four-wheel or eight-wheel drive system and advanced steering technology, allowing for flexible maneuvering in tight spaces and adaptability to complex working environments. Whether moving in a straight line or making curved turns, the Straddle Carrier maintains stable control performance. - Intelligent Control System:
Dongqi Lifting’s Straddle Carrier features an advanced intelligent control system that supports automated operation and remote monitoring. Integrated sensors and IoT technology enable real-time monitoring of operational status, ensuring safety and reliability during operation. - Energy Efficiency and Environmental Protection:
The equipment is powered by an efficient diesel engine or electric drive system, complying with the latest environmental standards and reducing carbon emissions. The electric version achieves zero emissions, making it particularly suitable for environmentally sensitive workplaces. - Ergonomic Design:
The spacious and comfortable cabin is designed with panoramic windows, providing excellent visibility. The user-friendly interface reduces operator fatigue and enhances operational comfort. - High Reliability:
Dongqi Lifting’s Straddle Carrier is constructed with high-strength steel and wear-resistant components, rigorously tested for durability to ensure stable performance even in harsh working conditions, thereby extending its service life.
Analysis of Straddle Carrier Demand Differences Across Industries
As an essential material handling equipment, straddle carriers are widely used in scenarios such as ports, terminals, logistics parks, and large manufacturing enterprises. Due to differences in operational environments, cargo types, and efficiency requirements across industries, the demand for straddle carriers varies significantly. Below is an analysis of the differences in straddle carrier demand across industries, focusing on load capacity, span, flexibility, and level of intelligence:
1. Ports and Terminals
- Demand Characteristics:
- Load Capacity: Ports and terminals handle large volumes of containers, requiring straddle carriers with high load capacities, typically exceeding 40 tons.
- Span: The extensive container stacking areas in ports and terminals necessitate straddle carriers with larger spans to increase stacking height and space utilization.
- Flexibility: The complex operational environment of ports and terminals demands straddle carriers with excellent maneuverability and flexibility to navigate narrow passages and frequent turns.
- Level of Intelligence: With the increasing automation of ports, there is a growing demand for intelligent straddle carriers equipped with features such as autonomous driving, precise positioning, and obstacle avoidance.
- Representative Products: Large, heavy-duty straddle carriers equipped with intelligent control systems and automatic navigation systems.
2. Logistics Parks
- Demand Characteristics:
- Load Capacity: Logistics parks handle a wide variety of goods, resulting in relatively flexible load capacity requirements for straddle carriers. Different tonnage models can be selected based on specific needs.
- Span: The stacking height of goods in logistics parks is relatively low, so the span requirements for straddle carriers are less stringent compared to ports and terminals.
- Flexibility: While the operational environment in logistics parks is relatively simple, straddle carriers still need a certain level of flexibility to improve cargo turnover efficiency.
- Level of Intelligence: The demand for intelligent straddle carriers in logistics parks is relatively low, though some advanced logistics parks are beginning to adopt intelligent straddle carriers to enhance operational efficiency and management.
- Representative Products: Medium and light-duty straddle carriers, available with manual or automatic controls depending on requirements.
3. Large Manufacturing Enterprises
- Demand Characteristics:
- Load Capacity: Large manufacturing enterprises require the handling of heavy materials, necessitating straddle carriers with high load capacities, typically exceeding 50 tons.
- Span: Limited workshop space in large manufacturing enterprises requires straddle carriers with relatively smaller spans to facilitate operations in confined areas.
- Flexibility: The complex layout of production lines in large manufacturing enterprises demands straddle carriers with excellent maneuverability and flexibility to adapt to various challenging operational environments.
- Level of Intelligence: There is an increasing demand for intelligent straddle carriers in large manufacturing enterprises, such as integration with production management systems and automated material handling.
- Representative Products: Heavy-duty, customized straddle carriers equipped with intelligent control systems and automation features.
Technical Parameters:
- Load Capacity: 30 tons – 50 tons
- Compatible Containers: 20-foot, 40-foot, 45-foot
- Drive System: Diesel/Electric
- Steering Mode: All-wheel steering/Crab steering
- Maximum Speed: 25 km/h (unloaded), 15 km/h (loaded)
Product Components
Design drawing
Straddle Carrier (45 ton capacity)
- Length × width × height: 7100 × 5200 ×6100mm (±50mm)
- Wheelbase 6000mm
- Effective inner width 3200mm
- Maximum ground clearance of lifting point 6000mm (secondary lifting 1500mm)
- Curb weight about 25 tons
- Rated load 45 tons
- Lifting speed full load 12mm/s, falling speed 16mm/s
- Full load walking speed 1.5Km/h; no-load walking speed 7Km/h
- Maximum walking climbing angle 5°
- Four-wheel steering system, multi-angle walking
- Remote control operation
- Solid tires, four wheels
- The whole machine steel structure material uses Q355 and above
- Safety alarm system
Straddle Carrier Reference Price List
Note: The following prices are for reference only. Actual prices may vary depending on specific configurations, brand, market supply and demand, and other factors.
| Type | Load Capacity (tons) | Span (meters) | Power Type | Price Range (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Straddle Carrier | 10-20 | 6-8 | Diesel | 70,000 – 140,000 |
| Medium Straddle Carrier | 20-40 | 8-10 | Diesel/Hybrid | 140,000 – 280,000 |
| Large Straddle Carrier | 40-60 | 10-12 | Diesel/Hybrid/Pure Electric | 280,000 – 560,000 |
| Heavy-Duty Straddle Carrier | 60+ | 12+ | Diesel/Hybrid/Pure Electric | 560,000+ |
Factors Affecting Price:
- Brand: Straddle carriers from well-known brands are usually more expensive.
- Configuration: The level of intelligence, safety features, and comfort features can all affect the price.
- Power Type: Pure electric straddle carriers are generally more expensive than diesel and hybrid models.
- Market Supply and Demand: Prices may rise when supply is limited.
Additional Costs:
- Transportation Fees: Straddle carriers are large in size, resulting in high transportation costs.
- Installation and Commissioning Fees: If you need the manufacturer to provide installation and commissioning services, you will need to pay a certain fee for this.
- Maintenance Costs: Straddle carriers require regular maintenance to ensure proper operation.
Conclusion:
Dongqi Crane’s Straddle Carrier, with its efficiency, flexibility, and intelligence, has become the ideal choice for modern logistics and transportation. Whether in ports, terminals, or logistics parks, it provides users with exceptional handling solutions, helping businesses improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. Choose Dongqi Crane for reliability and efficiency!
