Continuous Ship Unloader

Two continuous unloading systems—scraper up to 1,500t/h, pneumatic up to 1,200t/h—both fully enclosed.

Highlights

70%+ high continuous unloading efficiency
Up to 1500t/h capacity
Low energy consumption down to 0.35 kWh/t
Fully enclosed conveying keeps dust and spillage inside the machine, in wind and rain

CE MarkedEU Conformity

ISO 9001Quality Management

Machinery Directive2006/42/EC

Performance Features

Scraper Ship Unloader

• Head-embedded scraper device penetrates deep into ship holds for efficient en-masse bulk reclaiming.
• Closed machine chutes ensure continuous dust-free material transport while achieving high unloading efficiency over 70%.
• Wear-resistant alloy steel chains and DEM simulation design significantly lower overall maintenance and extend equipment lifespan.
• A low center of gravity and a wide rail base keep the machine stable in high wind; storm anchors are standard.
• Value-Added Option: Custom head reclaimers and intelligent remote control options enhance handling for difficult materials like hardened soybeans.

Pneumatic Ship Unloader

• Multi-stage centrifugal turbofans provide strong negative pressure conveying while saving up to 30% energy consumption.
• Fully enclosed pneumatic pipeline system prevents dust overflow, material loss, and weather contamination during unloading operations.
• Adaptive nozzle control and anti-wear elbow technologies enable gentle, reliable handling of grains and powders.
• ATEX-compliant explosion protection, an air-conditioned operator cabin and a single HMI.
• Value-Added Option: Real-time system monitoring with one-key intelligent fault diagnosis enables predictive maintenance and seamless terminal automation.

FAQ

What are the main criteria for choosing between a Scraper Ship Unloader and a Pneumatic Ship Unloader?

Scraper ship unloaders utilize head-embedded chain scrapers for high-capacity continuous conveying (up to 1,500 t/h) with ultra-low power consumption, making them optimal for uniform or compacted grain bulk. Pneumatic ship unloaders leverage multi-stage centrifugal turbofans for fully sealed suction (up to 1,200 t/h), ideal for delicate grains, light bulk materials, and fine powders such as cement or alumina.

How do Continuous Ship Unloaders protect the environment and control dust during operation?

Both unloading technologies replace traditional open grabs with completely enclosed conveying pathways. Pneumatic models incorporate active purification filters and dual valve-core dust suppression devices, while scraper models rely on airtight conveyor chutes, effectively preventing material leakage, dust overflow, and weather contamination.

What vessel capacities and terminal infrastructure options can ship unloaders accommodate?

Ship unloaders support a complete range of waterborne vessels, from inland barges up to 150,000 DWT Super Panamax bulk carriers. To suit various pier structures, equipment can be configured as rail-mounted (gantry), mobile tire-mounted, or fixed platform installations

What intelligent automation and explosion-proof safety features are built into GSS equipment?

GSS ship unloaders feature ATEX-certified explosion-proof protection systems, real-time camera monitoring, vector VFD control, and smart touchscreen interfaces. Operators can perform remote wireless control and utilize one-key fault diagnosis for automated parameter matching and efficient maintenance.

Engineer your Continuous Ship Unloader with GSS

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