20 Tons Transfer Cart for Steel Coil Plant

Project Introduction:

As a company specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and export of heavy-duty material handling equipment, we prioritize our customers’ needs. We designed and built a custom 20-ton steel coil transfer vehicle for a major steel coil processing plant in Thailand, effectively addressing their material handling challenges. This solution has helped enhance both production efficiency and operational safety, demonstrating our technical expertise in heavy-duty material handling and our strengths in export services.

This client is a well-known Thai steel coil processing company specializing in the full range of steel coil operations, including rolling, shearing, and warehousing. The company frequently needs to transport steel coils weighing 20 tons each. As production capacity has increased, the existing transportation methods can no longer support efficient production. There is an urgent need for specialized handling equipment that is suited to the workshop environment, offers stable load-bearing capacity, and is easy to operate, in order to ensure the safe and continuous transport of steel coils.

Challenges Faced:

Inefficient Crane-Dependent Operations

Relying on cranes for material handling involves a cumbersome and time-consuming process. Since cranes must handle multiple operations simultaneously, this results in long wait times for coil handling, making it impossible to maintain continuous production.

Safety Risks During Coil Lifting and Movement

Steel coils are heavy and have a high center of gravity, making them prone to swaying and slipping during crane lifting and movement. This can damage equipment and the coils themselves, posing a safety hazard to operators; there have been several instances of minor slippage incidents.

Limited Space Restricting Forklift Operation

The workshop layout is compact with narrow aisles, and traditional forklifts are bulky, have a large turning radius, and lack sufficient load-carrying capacity to safely transport 20-ton steel coils.

Need for Continuous and Stable Material Flow

The steel coil processing workflow is seamless; any interruption in transportation can lead to backlogs on the production line and process delays, thereby affecting production capacity and delivery schedules.

Our Solution:

Customized Transfer Cart with 20-ton capacity

Rail transport car is constructed from high-strength steel and has undergone rigorous load testing to ensure stable load-bearing capacity. It is designed for high-frequency transfers and features positioning accuracy of ±10 mm, enabling seamless integration with upstream and downstream processes.

Coil-Specific V-Shaped Support Design

Designed to conform to the curved shape of steel coils, it securely holds them in place to prevent shifting or slipping during transport. It can be flexibly adjusted to accommodate steel coils of various sizes, enhancing safety and reducing the risk of damage.

Selected Power Supply System Based on Workshop Conditions

The cable reel power supply system, with its proven technology and low-maintenance design, is ideal for frequent, short-distance material handling within the workshop. It includes a reserved interface for future battery upgrades to accommodate increased production capacity.

Flexible Control System (remote/manual)

Battery-powered rail transfer carts supports both remote and manual operation modes. Remote operation ensures operator safety, while manual mode is designed to handle complex working conditions. The system is easy to operate and requires no specialized training, thereby reducing labor costs.

Results and Improvements:

Improved Handling Efficiency and Reduced Downtime

Since transfer cart was put into service, the time required for a single transfer has been reduced by more than 60%, and the average daily transfer frequency has tripled, thereby reducing production downtime and helping to boost production capacity.

Enhanced Operational Safety and Stability

The V-shaped support system, combined with multiple safety safeguards, eliminates potential hazards. Since its implementation, there have been no safety incidents; the system operates smoothly, reducing wear and tear on both equipment and steel coils.

Reduced Labor Costs and Manual Intervention

20-ton Transfer Cart for Steel Coils requires only one operator to complete tasks, significantly reducing labor requirements compared to the previous method and minimizing the risk of human error.

Better Workflow Integration and Production Continuity

Compact and agile, 20 tons rail transfer trolley is designed to navigate narrow workshop aisles, enabling seamless steel coil transfer, preventing production stoppages, and enhancing delivery capabilities.

Customer Value and Feedback

Positive Feedback on Performance and Reliability

Customers have expressed high satisfaction with the performance and reliability of our coil transportation trolley, noting that they exceeded expectations and completely resolved their transportation challenges. They also praised our company’s customization capabilities and after-sales service.

Long-Term Operational Benefits and ROI

The successful delivery of transfer carts helps customers reduce labor, equipment wear and tear, and safety costs, while improving efficiency and production capacity and shortening delivery cycles. This enables a quick return on investment in the short term and generates sustained returns in the long term.

Strengthened Trust in Customized Transfer Cart Solutions

The successful implementation of this project has further strengthened the client’s confidence in our customized coil transport vehicle solutions and laid the foundation for a long-term partnership. Currently, the client has expressed interest in further collaboration with us, planning to purchase additional coil transfer trolleys of various tonnages to expand their production capacity. They have also recommended our company to their industry partners, underscoring our reputation and capabilities in the export of heavy-duty transport equipment.

Contact Us:

Our company has always adhered to the core principles of “customization, high reliability, and high efficiency.” We focus on the heavy-duty material handling needs of our global customers. Through professional R&D, rigorous quality control, and comprehensive after-sales service, we provide tailored material handling solutions for clients across various industries, helping them achieve production upgrades and foster mutual growth!Welcome to contact us to provide you with customized handling solutions.