Waste Handling Cranes

Cranes play a crucial role in modern incineration plants. It is important that the continuous material handling system, from the arrival of the waste to separation and incineration, is not threatened. If a waste handling crane stops, the whole process is in danger. Key factors in specifying energy from waste cranes are the total burning capacity of the incinerators, the layout of the handling area, the type of waste, and the time it takes to receive and process the waste. To achieve high efficiency, the waste should be mixed thoroughly. 

Normally, there are two waste handling cranes above the waste-pit, one of which is a backup. The primary crane undertakes the main operating functions whilst the other is being serviced. All are prime concerns for EFW operators using bucket cranes to move waste. Add minimal time available for weekly maintenance and infrequent outages for major repairs, and you have a real challenge for operators who need to keep their lifting equipment running.

Konecranes’ waste crane is designed to meet challenge head-on

Important components like hoisting trolleys, drives and buckets are engineered to reduce maintenance requirements. More than 10 years ago, Konecranes introduced an integrated rope/cable drum. The vertical power cable for the bucket is wound onto the rope drum and is driven by the hoisting machinery. With this unique solution, savings in maintenance costs are substantial.

Our proprietary DynA Load Control Technologies manage critical crane functions to reduce structural stress, increase efficiency and prolong equipment life. DynAPilot load sway control minimizes load sway from bridge and trolley motions, reducing collisions between the bucket and the pit walls or hopper, and preventing equipment damage. Sway control increases operator
confidence, reduces training time and allows the crane to operate to its full potential.