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What are the main classifications of ship loaders?

Nov 21, 2025

Main Types and Structures of Our Ship Loader

By Movement Method:

Fixed: Foundation is fixed; loading operations are performed using a telescopic boom.

Mobile: Can move along tracks, serving longer quay sections and offering greater flexibility.

By Boom Structure:

Linear: Simple structure.

Rotating: The boom can rotate, providing a wider coverage area; now more common.

telescopic ship loader

Core Components of The Ship Loader:

Gantry/Tower: Support structure.

Boom System: Core working component; telescopic, pitching, and rotating.

Conveying System: Belt ship loader conveyor; the channel for material flow.

Feeding System: Receives material from the rear conveyor and feeds it evenly onto the ship loader belt.

Telescopic chute/discharge tray: Ultimately delivers materials into the ship's hold; its telescopic design prevents dust from escaping.

Dust collection system: Key to environmental protection, including spraying, dry fogging, and baghouse dust collection.

Automated control system: The "brain" of modern ship loaders.

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