The Challenge
In the heart of the Netherlands, EuroGrain Terminal BV serves as a vital hub for agricultural logistics, managing an annual throughput of over 1.2 million tons of wheat, barley, and oilseeds.
Operating under the strict purview of EU environmental regulations, the terminal required a solution that could guarantee near-zero dust
emissions during high-volume unloading. The challenge was to find a CE-certified grab that combined extreme efficiency with a proven low-spillage design to satisfy both operational goals and port authority audits.
The Solution: OUCO 24 CBM Four-Rope Mechanical Grain Grab
To meet these rigorous standards, OUCO delivered 4 custom-engineered 24 CBM Four-rope Mechanical Grab Buckets. These units were specifically optimized for the European market, featuring:
Fully Enclosed Dust-Proof Design: A precision-sealed bucket structure that contains particulates during the entire lifting cycle.
Advanced 4-Fall Rope System: Utilizing 36mm closing ropes and 720mm pulley diameters, this configuration ensures perfectly balanced loads and significantly reduces rope fatigue.
Certified Reliability: The product underwent a comprehensive 4-month certification process to ensure full compliance with EU safety and quality directives.
Performance & Client Feedback
After eight months of rigorous, zero-failure operation, the performance data spoke for itself. During a formal Port Authority audit, the OUCO grab achieved an impressive 98.5% material retention rate, effectively eliminating traditional dust plumes.
"OUCO is not just a grab supplier – they are an engineering partner. Their 24 CBM grab kept dust inside where it belongs, and the load balance was flawless. We have already placed an order for two additional units based on this success."
— Mr. Van der Berg, Technical Director at EuroGrain Terminal BV
The OUCO Advantage
This successful deployment at the Port of Rotterdam highlights OUCO’s core strengths as a global leader in marine and port equipment:
Market-Specific Certification: We specialize in navigating strict regulatory landscapes, providing full certification (CE/CCS/ABS/DNV) within 3-4 months.
Technical Mastery: With over 10 years of crane and attachment expertise, our designs focus on mechanical longevity, such as our optimized pulley-to-rope ratios.
Environmental Stewardship: Our fully enclosed options allow terminals to operate in ecologically sensitive zones without compromising on speed or capacity.
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