First LPS 600 in Germany boosts logistics for J. MÜLLER
(Posted on 23/10/24)
In order to remain ahead of its time, J. MÜLLER Weser GmbH & Co. KG has received the first LPS 600 in Germany, setting a new standard in cargo handling logistics at the port of Brake. The crane meets all the requirements for handling the wide range of bulk goods and dry bulk that are handled in large quantities at the port of Brake. It is equipped with advanced functions such as an electric drive, a motorised grab and much more, and is designed to increase the efficiency of bulk and general cargo handling in the port. The use of a largely closed grab reduces emissions when handling dusty dry bulk such as grain and animal feed. Under ideal conditions, up to 1,000 tonnes of dry bulk can be handled per hour. The crane can also be used to efficiently handle unitised cargo such as pulp, timber, steel, wind turbines and project cargo. The crane’s reach also allows direct ship-to-ship handling. These factors help to maintain and further expand the port’s economic importance for the region.
The LPS 600 is designed to meet the high, specialised demands of bulk and dry bulk handling, offering reliable performance and increased productivity. The e-drive reduces CO2 emissions and energy costs, meeting J. MÜLLER’s environmental and economic sustainability requirements. In addition, the new cab of the LPS 600 improves operator comfort and safety and reflects the company’s commitment to social responsibility.
J. MÜLLER was founded in 1821 and has been family-owned ever since. The company operates its own seaport terminals in Brake and Bremen for the transhipment and seaport logistics of dry bulk and breakbulk of various sizes. The storage capacity in Brake is around 1.2 million tonnes, including up to 600,000 tonnes of bulk goods in silos and warehouses and a further 600,000 tonnes of general cargo in covered and open storage areas. The company has the largest continuous silo facility in Europe and can
unload 20,000 tonnes of agricultural goods every day. “Our investment in the LPS 600 will significantly improve our handling performance for dry bulk materials such as grain, feed, scrap, minerals, and for general cargo such as iron and steel, project cargo, wind turbines, wood, and pulp. The aim is to ensure smoother and more efficient operation and ultimately to increase throughput,” says Jens Ripken, Managing Director of J. MÜLLER Weser GmbH. “We are
confident that this crane will not only meet our current requirements, but will also support our future growth and expansion plans while meeting our sustainability goals. Liebherr’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction is evident in every aspect of this project.”
The LPS 600 is the first rail-mounted portal crane in the port of Brake. The crane’s special features include an oversized cable drum and a curved chassis with various pivot points and special seals on the wheels, which ensure improved mobility and better flood protection. Other special features include customised painting in the J. MÜLLER corporate design and video monitoring at the portal, which is not part of the standard equipment.
The teams from both companies, including technical and operational experts as well as experienced crane operators, worked closely together to ensure that the crane meets the specific requirements of the seaport of Brake. The result of this successful collaboration is a crane that is not only the most powerful of its kind in Germany, but is also perfectly tailored to the needs of the port. “We are proud to deliver the LPS 600 to J. MÜLLER. This crane is an example of our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction,” says Eric Hein, Sales Manager at Liebherr Rostock.
From its early days to its current position as a leading company in maritime logistics, J. MÜLLER has always sought innovative ways forward. This latest expansion is another milestone on this journey and paves the way for future success.
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