Precise Ship Unloading – Turning Bulk Handling into a Competitive Advantage
In port logistics, time is literally money. But what good is the fastest unloading process if the figures don’t add up in the end? When goods are transferred directly from ships to rail or trucks, two factors determine your profit: measurement accuracy and process speed.
The reality: Where conventional scales fail
Anyone handling bulk materials with grabs or continuous unloaders knows the problem: Throughput rates fluctuate significantly. Classic belt scales or volumetric methods often reach their limits here:
• Inaccuracies lead to lengthy discussions with customers.
• Inhomogeneous material (moisture, varying density) distorts results.
• High wear on mechanical components causes unplanned downtime.
The solution: C-LEVER® – Measuring in free fall
To eliminate these bottlenecks, you need a system that adapts to the material flow – not the other way around. The C-LEVER® mass flow measurement system was developed specifically for these harsh conditions.
The principle is as simple as it is ingenious: Measurement takes place inline in free fall. The material flows freely through the system without mechanical components restricting the flow or wearing out due to friction.
Turning Bulk Handling into a Competitive Advantage
Your benefits in daily handling
1. Maximum accuracy instead of rough estimates
With very high precision, C-LEVER® provides reliable data for internal billing and logistics planning. Every ton is captured – regardless of whether the material is dusty, moist (to a limited extent), or abrasive. The only requirement is that it flows well and does not adhere.
2. Optimized truck and rail scheduling
Thanks to real-time data, you know every second how much mass has already been loaded. This means:
• No overloading: Avoidance of fines and safety risks.
• No underloading: Maximum utilization of transport capacities.
• Shorter waiting times: More efficient slot planning at the loading station.
3. Maintenance-free through the harsh port environment
Port conditions are extreme. Dust, moisture, and abrasive materials put any mechanics under strain. Because C-LEVER® operates without moving parts in the measurement area, you significantly reduce maintenance costs and massively increase system availability.
Economic efficiency that pays off quickly
A measurement system must pay for itself. By avoiding quantity losses, reducing maintenance intervals, and seamlessly integrating into existing conveying systems, investment in C-LEVER® often pays off in a very short time.
Those who invest in precise measurement technology today secure process control for tomorrow. C-LEVER® is more than just a scale – it is your tool for a transparent and highly efficient logistics chain.
Would you like to learn how C-LEVER® can be integrated into your existing system?