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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS
FEBRUARY 2016
18
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ew to BLT SA’s range of materials
handling equipment are Capacity
Sabre 9 terminal tractors which are
coupled with trailers to safely move heavy
weight trailored cargo throughout contain-
er terminals, across docks and over airport
runways.
These modular terminal tractors, which can
be customised for every specific handling
task they need to perform, are ideally suited
for demanding operations in distribution and
logistics centres, warehouses, container and
intermodal facilities, as well as for light in-
dustrial handling.
“Critical challenges facing the logistics sec-
tor include efficient cargo handling solutions
that reduce operating costs, improve pro-
ductivity and enhance safety of operations,”
says Charity Gumede, marketing director,
BLT SA. “Capacity terminal tractors ensure
faster handling times, reduce on-site con-
gestion and minimise demurrage costs for
trucks waiting to be loaded and unloaded.
By positioning trailers at discharge ramps,
the road truck is able to transport additional
loads, instead of having to wait for a trailer
or container to be discharged.
“In port operations, terminal tractors move
trailers to and from vessels and storage ar-
eas to speed up operations, thus increasing
operational efficiency.
Capacity Sabre 9 terminal tractors have
a robust frame construction and precise
manufacturing tolerances, ideally suited to
handle rigorous operations. This series has
been designed with a 30% faster actuation
of the boom than previous models. The ad-
vantage of this is reduced coupling times
which enables quicker drive-aways. A low-
er, tapered skid ramp minimises trips out of
the cab and for increased operator safety,
there is a lower step height and new sight
line designs for improved visibility.
Other features include torque ratings of
990 Nm @ 1 500 r/min and reduced emis-
sions for enhanced environmental protec-
tion. The latest technology in fuel savings
significantly decreases operational and
maintenance costs. Components are easily
accessible for efficient ground level ser-
viceability.
Built-in onboard diagnostics enable opera-
tors to easily monitor the machine’s service
status. Numerous service checks can be
performed at ground level, which ensures
more uptime for each machine.
The synchronised seat and cab suspension
tuning for smooth operation, an efficient
HVAC airflow and a newly designed dash-
board with elevated instrumentation, reduce
driver fatigue and optimise productivity, par-
ticularly in hot, harsh local conditions.
Capacity tractors enhance BLT SA’s exten-
sive range of equipment that includes Tay-
lor container handlers and reach stackers,
Meclift variable reach trucks and Mobicon
mobile container handling systems. The
company is also the exclusive distributor in
Africa for the Samson range of bulk handling
equipment, which encompasses material
and boom feeders for loading and high ca-
pacity stockpiling, link conveyors and grab
hoppers, as well as mobile shiploaders.
BLT SA works closely with every customer
to ensure all equipment meets exact per-
formance and safety requirements. The
company’s support service encompasses a
technical advisory and original spare parts
facility.
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SABRE 9 TERMINAL TRACTORS
for efficient handling
MATERIALS HANDLING