InfraStructures - September 2015 - The Future of Container Handling Is Here

The Future of Container Handling Is Here

Volvo Penta and long-time partner Kalmar, together with transmission specialist Dana Rexroth Transmission Systems, are taking the “next great leap” in reachstackers: a 45-ton unit whose special driveline can save as much as 40% on fuel consumption.

The new K-Motion solution for Gloria reachstakers was displayed to the public for the first time at TOC Europe, an exhibition for ports, terminals and shipping lines, held in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, last June.

Volvo Penta has been a supplier to Kalmar Reachstackers, a division of Cargotec, for 30 years, and the companies have done extensive product development together – including the ultra-efficient new driveline for the latest 45-ton-capacity (40.8 t) Gloria reachstacker.

Kalmar, Volvo Penta and Dana Rexroth Transmission Systems came up with an efficient new transmission that is said to be a first in the industry. The Kalmar K-Motion drivetrain can reduce fuel consumption by 40% and, with lower rpm and maximum revs, lower noise by up to 6 dB. This also means that engine size can be reduced from 11 l to 8 l.

"The application of a new technology, such as the Dana Rexroth hydromechanical variable transmission, requires harmonization between the various subsystems to achieve performance and fuel savings targets at the vehicle level," says Diego Cornolti, head of sales and product management at Dana Rexroth Transmission Systems. "The success of this collaboration can be attributed to the in-depth application knowledge of Kalmar and Volvo Penta, which is reflected in their strong market positions."

The next TOC Europe will be held in Hamburg, Germany, June 14-16, 2016.

Source: AB Volvo Penta

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