Bruks Siwertell ship loader order for major cement and clinker facility

(Posted on 30/05/25)

Bruks Siwertell has secured a new Siwertell ship loader order from Akcansa, one of Turkey’s principal cement producers. The ship loader will reliably and efficiently handle both cement and clinker at Akcansa’s largest facility in Çanakkale, northwest Turkey.

“This is not simply a new order,” says Per Hansson, Operations Director, Bruks Siwertell. “It is a prestigious project and our involvement in it, is testament to our ability to offer value in dry bulk handling, compete successfully in international markets, and create and strengthen long-term partnerships with customers. The contract also demonstrates that hard work, and a focus on export markets, delivers results.

“We are delighted to bring our innovation and quality engineering to this exciting development,” he continues. “The order is a market breakthrough for the Siwertell type-2 ship loader; a true piece of value engineering. The installation will showcase its remarkable capabilities, demonstrate its commercial advantages, and open doors to new opportunities.”

Akcansa’s port terminal facility in Çanakkale has an annual total production capacity of 10 million metric tons, and the ship loader will play a crucial role in doubling production capacity at the plant, ensuring smooth and efficient operations for years to come.

Designed specifically for handling cement and clinker, the Siwertell type-2 ship loader delivers a rated capacity of 1,000t/h, accommodating vessels up to 60,000 dwt. The loader is equipped with a belt-type conveyor system, selected for its high capacity, flexibility, durability and low maintenance requirements. The scope of delivery also includes a tripper arrangement, seamlessly integrating with Akcansa’s planned jetty conveyor.

This latest contract strengthens Bruks Siwertell’s existing relationship with Akcansa, where the company already operates one other Siwertell ship loader in Çanakkale, which was delivered in 1992 and a 490 F-type Siwertell ship unloader and terminal in Ambarli, delivered a year later in 1993.

“Akcansa has been operating our dry bulk handling systems for over thirty years and trusts our technology,” says Hansson. “The selection of our Siwertell type-2 loader underscores this confidence and our ability to deliver reliable, market-leading solutions that set the benchmark for quality, and drive efficiency, performance and sustainability in cement and clinker handling.”

Akcansa chose Bruks Siwertell’s solution following an extensive evaluation of four different Siwertell ship loader concepts. The deciding factors included the loader’s low-power consumption, fully enclosed and dust-free operation, and ability to handle two very different commodities, cement and clinker, efficiently. The system’s telescoping and dust-mitigating loading bellow, suitable for both cement and clinker, further enhances environmental benefits, while its minimal maintenance requirements ensure long-term cost-effectiveness.

The contract includes a comprehensive two-year service agreement, which covers all the machines in both the Çanakkale and Ambari facilities, and the new ship loader features Bruks Siwertell’s advanced digital technology, the industrial Internet of things (IIoT) system, Siwertell SmartView.

“This service agreement provides substantial added value for Akcansa, strengthening our partnership and Bruks Siwertell’s commitment to long-term customer support,” notes Hansson.

The integration of Siwertell SmartView into Siwertell technology represents a significant step toward digitalized bulk handling. This cloud-based IIoT system enables real-time monitoring of operational parameters such as material throughput, equipment performance, and maintenance needs. It allows Akcansa to optimize productivity, minimize downtime, and enhance overall profitability through data-driven insights.

“The introduction of Siwertell SmartView brings our expertise even closer to customers,” explains Hansson. “By providing historical data analysis and real-time operational monitoring, we empower customers to identify areas for improvement, ensure efficient terminal operations, and enhance training programs. This level of connectivity is transforming the industry.