The unique features of our pneumatic ship unloaders:
- Dust free unloading due to enclosed system
- Unloading and discharging in one system – ship to storage
- Low system wear by using pneumatic instead of mechanical means of transport (no moving parts)
- Not susceptible to blocking by foreign matter compared to mechanical unloading systems
Dust free unloading
Van Aalst Bulk Handling Ship Unloaders are a hallmark for reliable and dust free ship unloading, from start to finish. From picking up the product in the ships hold till discharge at the storage facility the entire unloading process is enclosed, ensuring dust free operation.
Reliable performance
Our pneumatic ship unloaders use air to convey the product which requires few moving parts that come in contact with the product, resulting in low system wear. Contamination in the product is prevented from entering the system by using a protective screen at the suction nozzle, eliminating down-time due to blockages. Low wear and no down-time make Van Aalst’s pneumatic ship unloaders unmatched in terms of reliability and performance.
Your needs – our solution
Whatever your needs and local situation are, Van Aalst Bulk Handling can offer you the most suitable solution. Our pneumatic ship unloaders can be supplied in many different configurations, each having their own unique benefits. Van Aalst delivers it all.
| Configuration | Benefits | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| Stationary ship unloader | Cost effective solution as no propulsion system is required | Limited space available on dock Barges and ships can easily move alongside the dock |
| Dock mobile ship unloader | Ship unloader is free to move around the dock area and can be stored at a convenient location Convey pipeline can be laid underneath the dock surface or removable piping sections can be used to keep the dock area free for other operations | Shared dock space Dock must remain free of obstacles such as rails or conveyor belts |
| Gantry mounted ship unloader | Ideal for dedicated operations with available shore power In case of existing rails, make use of existing infrastructure, saving investment costs | Dedicated jetty Existing rails |
| Barge mounted ship unloader | Barge moves with the tide, minimizing required length of suction arm Barge mounted ship unloader can be towed to multiple terminals for unloading operations | Large tidal differences Multiple terminals with unloading operations |
| Road mobile ship unloader | Road legal, can be easily transported to various ports and terminals | One unloader to service multiple ports and terminals for unloading barges and ships up to 5.000 dwt |
