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PORT TECHNOLOGY

PRODUCTS AND SYSTEMS FOR ELECTRIFICATION, POSITIONING &

DATA COMMUNICATION

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VAHLE PORT TECHNOLOGY

Every day, millions of tons of goods are handled in ports worldwide.

To ensure theses procedures run in a safe, efficient, cost effective and environmentally friendly way, VAHLE offers the right solutions for your port.

From individual modules to complete systems utilising conductor rail or cable VAHLE has the tailormade solution for every challenge in the port!

Over a 100 years of experience and expertise, coupled withvision and modern technology - VAHLE PORT TECHNOLOGY

YOUR VISION, OUR SOLUTION

THE RIGHT SOLUTION FOR ANY REQUIREMENTS

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MOTOR-DRIVEN CABLE REELS4

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UNIPOLE CONDUCTORS / SMGX

VAHLE ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGY

FESTOON SYSTEMS

ERTG – RUBBER TIRED GANTRY CRANES

PORT GREENIFICATION

VAHLE SUBSTATION

HORIZONTAL TRANSPORTATION

SERVICES & SUPPORT

CONTENT

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The current modernisation of port installations and the increasing handling performance result in ever higher energy demands. For the power supply systems, this means larger cable cross-sections and higher voltages, higher travel speeds and acceleration values.

Today, fl exible 20 kV high-voltage cables with fi bre optical cores are used as energy carriers for such power supplies, which are managed under normal operation by cable reels. Apart from the high-voltage cables for longitudinal travel, additional cables are frequently used for control, communication or data transmission. Additionally, cable reels are used for the vertical operation of spreaders, magnets, grabbers etc.

MOTOR DRIVEN CABLE REELS

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THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS ENSURETROUBLE-FREE OPERATION:

• Reel body for monospiral and multi-layer drumcable winding

• Drive with variable frequency technology ensures constant cable tension which protects the cable

• Slipring body installed in heatable enclosure for corrosion protection

• Guide roller assembly with tight and slack cable monitoring for defi ned cable deposit

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FESTOON SYSTEMS

Our long-standing proven system used worldwide and absolutely reliable - a real VAHLE classic. You can put together the individual modules according to your special needs:

If you require thicker or thin cables for power or data transfer - with our motorised festoon systems high speed runs are possible without wearing out the cable.

The VAHLE rollers are durable, the material is of course protected against corrosion and environmental infl uences.

Your desired modules can be delivered prefabricated by our experienced service staff. The individual cable carriers are then completely “threaded” on the crane.

Wheel setwith various runner wheelmaterials for a long lifetime and optimal load-bearing capacity. Designed for low maintenance and easy roller replacement as well as a high degree of tracking accuracy at high speeds under dynamic loads.Carrier body

with a high degree of stability, even in

multiple-level design.

Cable clamp with a well engineered

clamping device to keepthe cable packages proper

aligned and lower thetension of the cable.

Cable supportwith a high degree of stability, made hot dip galvanised steel.

Carrier bufferSpecial designed bufferto resist heavy impacts.

Track clamp

FESTOON SYSTEM

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Motorized cable carrier

Steel rope

Track clamp

Lead clamp carrier

Cables

Elastic rope

Cable carrier

Cable clamp

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VAHLE’S VISION 2030

Fully electrifi ed container terminals by using renewable energy.

Are you ready for the future?

Take the lead and learn more about VAHLE technology.

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VAHLE’S VISION 2030

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To handle the growing global demand for products and goods, the shipping lines are continuously increasing their cargo capacity. Cargo container ships average capacity has doubled over recent decades faster than any other ship type. The ongoing developemtn is a challenge for all Terminal Operators. Un- and uploading of vessels must be highly effi cient and reliable to serve the customer and maintain the container rates.

Improve effi ciency by optimising the process and the most valuable resource – the crane operator, where every fi nger movement effects the bottom line.

Remote Operation, Semi- or Full Automation

SMGX Data Communicationleading to AUTOMATION

UNIPOLE CONDUCTOR RAILSAND SMGX DATA TRANSMISSION

YOUR BENEFITS FROM THIS SYSTEM:

• High trolley speed, up to 300 m/min• No cable loops, therefore larger container stacking height• Less weight and therefore more crane load bearing capacity• Simplifi ed crane construction – no need for the storage area• Higher degree of operational safety due to fewer moving parts• No impairment due to wind, frost or salt• Minimisation of maintenance works thus reduction of operational costs

SMGX

CONDUCTOR RAIL

SPECIAL ROLLER DESIGN

SMGX ANTENNA

Waveguide profi le designed for an operational frequency of 5 to 5,8 GHz. The extruded aluminium profi le with special treatment for harshest environment is the new backbone of fl exible data communication for mobile clients.

Unipole insulated conductor rails for currrent up to 1000 A based on an alu-stainless steel design.

Multi node connection Ready for 800 MHz frequency bandwidth.

for guiding the antenna inside the SMGX waveguide to ensure a con-tinously smooth connection of the data signals between mobile and

stationary infrastructure.

Tolerance compensation in all degrees of freedom.

Bearings for high velocity operation (> 300 m/min.)

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The loading and unloading of ships, the “stopover” of the containers at the port and the distribution by rail and truck – all of this is the logistical feat of modern ports. Any disruption or standstill to this process has large fi nancial impacts. To avoid these disruptions, VAHLE has introduced a revolutionary product – the eRTG system.

VAHLE eRTG systems are installed in the narrow container alleyways and provide power via VAHLE conductor rail. These systems allow eRTGs to handle containers faster and more safe than any diesel powered system.

eRTG – ELECTRIFICATION OF RUBBER TYRED GANTRY CRANES

eRTG – ELECTRIFICATION OF RUBBER TYRED

The shifting of containers is managed faster, safer and in a more targeted manner – absolutely reliable and with low maintenance efforts, regardless of the weather. Power and data transmission and positioning systems are included as well.

Green ports are the ports of the future – VAHLE already takes all this into account with the eRTGs:

Noise and CO2 emissions of diesel powered systems are a thing of the past. The operation of our system with electricity is quiet, effective and ecological.

Optimised dimensions for easy installation

2 carbon brushes(up to 640 A) per phase

Lightweightconstruction

Integrated Positioning

System

SMGX Data Communication

(redundancy possible)

Use of reliable diabolo roller design

Electric motor

Up to 1.7 m of stroke

Arm extension in two directions with one motor(horizontal & vertical)

Minimised sensor design

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cast resin transformer up to 2000kVA High voltage 11kV-24kV Low voltage up to 980V

Outputs possible for up to 4 block

reactive power compensation System

Safety System Two different locking system for the high- and low Voltage area Safety barrier

hardly flammable 10mm Mineral wool

Energy Monitoring of the Vahle Substation

Siemens Sivacon

VAHLE SUBSTATION

MODULAR VAHLE SUBSTATION SYSTEM IN A 40’ ISO CONTAINER

Energy Monitoring of theVAHLE Substation

MAIN POWER PANELup to 3250 A continous current

Cast resin transformer up to2000 kVA 11 kV - 24 kV high-voltage input

up to 980 V low-voltage output

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VAHLE SUBSTATION THE VAHLE SUBSTATION JUST NEEDS ONE CONTAINER SLOT, BECAUSE IT IS

STACKABLE AND DESIGNED FOR HARSH ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS.

Reactive powercompensation system

Two different locking systems forhigh- and low-voltage areas

Modular output design up to 4 eRTG blocks each powered with up to 1000 A

Infl ammable insulation

SAFETY SYSTEM

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VAHLE ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGY

• 1 MWh power is ready to be supplied out of a standard 40’ ISO container• Up to 50 MWh scaleable • Black start capability: recovery of grid power withing milliseconds• Power supply on the spot without rebuilding the existing infrastructure• Ballancing the local grid while high demand of equipment• Compensating voltage drops and reducing harmonics• Recharging batteries over night while the energy is on cheapest level

or getting a revenue by taking overcapacity out of the local grid• Perfect system to store renewable temporarily available energies

like wind, water or photovoltaics• Optimised for own consumption of stored energy• Ready to feed or back-up low- and high-voltage

local electrical grids

More and more mobile equipment will be connected to the local electricity grid. What happens when the grid fails or is not stable?

We are proud to introduce the VAHLE energy storage solution. The technology will help to keep the electrical grid reliable for operation and reduce the risk of downtime by power cut-off signifi cantly.

VAHLE SMART SUBSTATION

POWER FACTOR CORRECTION

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Vahle’s vision of a green port in 2030A green future starts with

VAHLE ecological technology

Are you ready for Greenifi cation?

PORT GREENIFICATION

Are you ready for Greenifi cation?

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CHARGING OF HORIZONTAL TRANSPORTATION

By incorporating an intelligent battery management system the state of charge to the batteries is continually monitored and regulated to both provide the AGV motive power when required and to minimise levels of battery discharge when the AGV is stationary thus maximising battery life. The method of transferring the electric power from the grid to the transport vehicles provides an almost invisible integration of our charging system into the port’s infrastructure.

VAHLE’s solutions offer two ways of charging without interferring the existing infrastructure:

• Inductive / contacless high power charging• Charging by hidden conductor rails

Both technologies enable

• fuel saving• higher availablity• extend of battery lifecycle

and a reduction of downtime compared to conventional charging.

INDUCTIVE CHARGING

CONDUCTIVE CHARGING

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The successful range of VAHLE systems is complemented by a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet our customers’ requirements, including

• System design• Project management• Commissioning• Engineering• Installation supervising• After-sales service• Product training courses• Maintenance packages

We will be glad to apply our expertise to develop specific solutions for your company. Give us a call and arrange for a appointment to learn more about VAHLE systems and services to meet your requirements.

WE DEVELOP TAILORMADE SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR PORT

SERVICE & SUPPORT

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Paul Vahle GmbH & Co. KGWesticker Str. 52

59174 KamenGermany

Tel.: +49 2307 704-0Fax: +49 2307 704-444

port-technology@vahle.de

www.vahle.com

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