The BufferStationTM machine is a new product of PACECO®
Corp. that improves quayside operations by raising productivity, increasing
safety and security, and managing inventory. Computer simulations have established
that the BufferStation machine will theoretically boost productivity by 50%
by separating the ship operation and yard operation.
The BufferStation machine resides below the portal beams of a quay crane, straddling the truck lanes (see Figure below). Any typical 100 ft (30.5 m) gauge Post-Panamax quay crane can accomodate the BufferStation machine. The BufferStation machine is a standalone device that can be installed with minimal modifications to existing facilities, therefore there are no lengthly or costly integration procedures.
In a standard unloading operation, the quay crane moves a container from the
ship and deposits it on the BufferStation machine's platform. Here, the container
is considered "in buffer," so other operations can be performed,
such as IBC (inter-box connector) service. The BufferStation machine then
uses a straddle hoist to move the container from it's platform to trucks at
the wharf surface.
The longshoremen work in a protected area on the platform of the BufferStation machine. This means they are isolated from the dangerous area on the quay where many chassis come and go and where heavy containers pass overhead.
Containers can be inspected for security violations while they are in queue on the platform of the BufferStation machine. The machine can accomodate a multitude of security-enhancing features, including Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) systems, or flourosocpy scanners. Container Code Readers (CCR), such as those offered by PACECO Corp., can also operate on the BufferStation machine, allowing ports to improve and centralize their inventory practices.
The BufferStation machine therefore improves multiple aspects of port operations, and can be easily integrated into existing ports with minimal modifications. For further information, please contact PACECO offices, and refer to the supplementary information provided here.
ADDITIONAL PHOTOS:
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A computer animation is available which illustrates the BufferStation in operation. If you would like us to mail you a copy of the animation on CD-Rom, please contact us via e-mail at our offices, and tell us your name and address.
Main Office (California)
attn: Sun Huang, Chief Engineer
3854 Bay Center Place
Hayward, CA 94545
USA
TEL: (510) 264-9288
FAX: (510) 264-9280
email: Sun Huang
Regional Office (Mississippi)
attn: Mack Cartwright, Sales Manager
3064-C Bienville Blvd.
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
USA
TEL: (228) 872-1733
FAX: (228) 875-8875
email: Mack Cartwright
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