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Container yards are essential for the global transportation of products. The equipment in these container yards is critical to providing smooth operations. A clear container yard equipment lifecycle management plan is necessary to maintain optimal performance, allow for informed purchasing decisions, and cost efficiency by extending the operational lifespan of critical equipment,...

Empty container handlers are used throughout container terminals, ports, and intermodal yards. Not all empty container handlers are created equal, which is why there are several key features that you need to consider when choosing one that is suitable for your operations. #1. Maximum Weight Lift Capacity One of the...

As the global economy grows, so does the demand for efficient and effective cargo handling equipment at ports and terminals. Among the heavy-duty equipment used in these areas, reach stackers play a crucial role in handling and stacking intermodal containers. However, the operations of reach stackers can be challenging due to several...

With the majority of accidents in the material handling industry attributable to collisions between forklifts and pedestrians, more needs to be done to reduce injuries and potential fatalities. Occupational health and safety in the material handling industry is critical, with the safe operation of forklift trucks being integral to its...

The shipping and logistics industry is critical for the global economy, transporting millions of containers across the world each day. Container lift trucks are essential container handling equipment used to lift and transport shipping containers from one location to another. Container lift trucks offer several benefits which make them ideal for shipping...

Having to negotiate the after effects of a debilitating pandemic and additional economic challenges such as interest rate hikes, loadshedding and reduced consumer spending have compelled businesses to find ways to tighten their belts. For those that use material handling equipment in their day-to-day operations, the hefty price tags that come...

Recent amendments to Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations and the need to mitigate any potential risk has seen the maritime industry becoming increasingly stringent, with operators now required to provide carriers with a Verified Gross Mass (VGM) for each loaded container before being loaded onto a ship. To ensure its...

Here at CFAO Equipment SA, quality, performance and reliability underpin our customer promise which means we are dedicated to helping our customers find the right container handling equipment that will suit their unique container terminal needs. As ports increase their volume capacity their container handling needs change to improve the...