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March, 2019

Issue #57

Stationary E-Crane takes on over half a million tons of scrap

1000C Series equilibrium crane central to MetalX’ new mega-shredder operation, to move more than 500,000 tons of materials yearly

MetalX, headquartered in Waterloo, Indiana, has begun operation of a new 5,000-hp mega-shredder at the company’s recently established greenfield site in Delta, Ohio. In December, 2018, MetalX also installed a new E-Crane 1000C Series Model EC7317 PD-E stationary equilibrium crane, equipped with a 3.5 cubic metre

(4.6 cubic yard) scrap grapple.

E-Crane gives the Green Advantage

Energy consumption and environmental impact have become key words when it comes to investments in new port equipment. In other words: the environmental impact of a port crane needs to be minimized. On the other hand, the cost associated with handling one ton of bulk material also has great importance, as this shows the economic feasibility.