Vacuum llifter crane

Konecranes vacuum lifter crane
Konecranes vacuum lifter crane

Reliability and adaptability

After completion of production process, the paper rolls are placed mechanically upright. A vacuum paper roll lifter crane is then positioned on top of the paper roll and the vacuum is activated producing an airtight sealed paper surface, making the roll ready for handling. The suction pad needs to be placed on top of the paper reel, which means the reels can be placed closely together, maximizing storage.

A Konecranes vacuum lifter crane is a versatile, reliable and ergonomic crane for paper roll handling. The crane is designed for safer, fully automatic roll handling, and includes functions such as high handling rates and gentle gripping action for moving a wide variety of fine paper grades and roll sizes.

Customer story: Metsä Board, Finland

Vacuum lifter updated with latest crane technology

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The first vacuum lifter was taken in use at M-real (now Metsä Board), Äanekoski in 1987 with Konecranes Service providing maintenance on the automatic lifting equipment. After 23 years, it was updated with the latest developments in crane and automation technology.

Features

Advanced equipment features help increase paper storage efficiency.

  • Intelligent sensors guide positioning, load handling and safety.
  • Purpose-built bottom seal rings provide roll protection.
  • Automatic diameter detection.
  • Independent vacuum pumps.
  • Manual, semi-automatic or fully automatic modes.
  • Smart Features such as Sway Control and Slack Rope Prevention.
  • Regenerative braking.
  • Advanced crane control systems.
  • Hinged electric boxes for easy access for maintenance.
  • Compact design.

Benefits

Our vacuum lifter will really make a difference to your paper storage.

  • Efficient and safe roll handling with intelligent sensors such as centering pin integrating sensors, sensors in the bottom and the center cone.
  • Improve efficiency and productivity with Smart Features.
  • Improved cycle time with help of automatic diameter detection enables fast gripping of small roll weights and “jumbo roll” handling for bigger rolls.
  • Maintenance is simple with hinged electric boxes allowing easy access to other components.
  • Maximized safety with the help of Independent systems and backups, including a redundant vacuum pump.
  • Flexibility with manual, semi-automatic or fully automatic modes.
  • Increased floor space usage with compact design.
  • Energy savings due to regenerative braking.
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Technical specifications

FEATURESSPECIFICATIONS
Bridge capacity<7.5 -11 - 15 t
Winch typePurpose-built open winch
Weight of trolley7 – 8 - 9 t
Span25 - 30 – 35 m
Lifting height, max.20 m
Bridge/trolley travel speed120 m/min / 60 m/min
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Main User InterfaceStandard
Manual/automated controlRadio
Bridge/trolley power supplyFestoon
Class of traveling/traversing machineryFEM M8/ EN M8
Electrical brakingRegenerative

Ideal addition to your paper storage facility

We know what’s needed for paper manufacturing, and we understand the value of your product. Our vacuum lifter will help you to keep your freshly manufactured paper rolls undamaged as you move around it within your facility. Get in touch with our experts using the form below to learn more about our vacuum lifter crane.

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