Modern Mining August 2025

ports and yards. “When cabs are not user friendly, operators become exhausted midway through their shifts. “Konecranes cabs are user friendly and offer excellent visibility. Operators do not have to twist around to see what they are doing. There are no large frames or doorposts to obstruct their view, and the controls are within easy reach, meaning they do not have to lean forward or bend to reach them. Less fatigue means improved safety, less downtime and greater productivity.” Ultimately, the true value of industrial equipment lies in the quality of its aftermarket support. According to Naidoo, this is where Heavy Lift has set itself apart in the market. “Our response time to breakdowns is quick and our technicians are available 24/7. Reach stackers need to be serviced every 250 hours. The equipment has a built-in system that alerts the operators and supervisors when the next service is due. “In fact, we pride ourselves on selling uptime. Our technicians attend regular refresher courses – in person and via the Konecranes online academy – and are always kept abreast of new innovations,” adds Naidoo. Konecranes reach stackers can be customised to suit customers’ requirements, whether they need equipment that can lift unusual weights, or they need a breathalyser device fitted. “South Africa’s busy container handling ecosystem operates more efficiently with the indispensable and highly durable and efficient Konecranes reach stackers – true examples of power in motion,” concludes Naidoo. n

Konecranes reach stackers can be customised to suit customers’ requirements.

and efficiency: when the spreader is positioned on the container, the twist locks engage automatically with the container’s corner posts, eliminating the need for manual locking by the operator. Naidoo says operator fatigue is also a threat to safety in busy

Konecranes cabs are user friendly and offer excellent visibility. Operators do not have to twist around to see what they are doing.

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