Professional container spreader solutions. We offer a comprehensive range of products, including electric, hydraulic, and tilting spreaders with lifting capacities ranging from 40 to 80 tons, designed for the efficient loading and unloading of 20-foot, 40-foot, and 45-foot containers.
A container spreader is a specialized lifting device designed specifically for container handling operations in ports, terminals, rail yards, and logistics facilities. This equipment is mounted on STS ship-to-shore cranes, gantry cranes, Reach Stacker cranes, RTG cranes, RMG rail mounted gantry cranes, and container straddle carriers to facilitate container transshipment operations.
Our container spreaders are designed to meet diverse operational requirements, from light-duty terminal applications to heavy-duty port operations. Each model possesses unique advantages and is custom-tailored to suit specific container handling scenarios.
Electric Container Spreader
Hydraulic Container Spreader
Tilting Container Spreader
Modern container spreaders incorporate a range of advanced technologies, including automatic locking systems, load monitoring, anti-sway features, and operator assistance functions, designed to maximize loading and unloading efficiency and ensure operational safety. Our spreaders comply with all relevant international standards (including ISO 3874 and EN 13155) as well as the requirements of port authorities.
We offer three main configurations of container spreaders, including electric container spreaders, a hydraulic container lifting spreader, single-tilting container spreaders, and double-tilting spreaders. Below, I will introduce them.
Electric container spreaders utilize an electric drive system, with an electric control system that automatically locks the container at all four corners via twist locks, enabling the gripping, lifting, and releasing of standard containers such as 20-foot and 40-foot units. Thanks to their high level of automation, operational efficiency, and safety, electric container spreaders have become the industry standard for high-throughput container terminals and automated ports.
Application
Features and Advantages
| Model | 20ft Model | 20-40ft Model | 40ft Model | Twin 20ft Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 40 tons | 50 tons | 65 tons | 2 × 40 tons |
| Container Size Range | 20ft fixed | 20ft – 40ft telescopic | 40ft fixed | Twin 20ft |
| Spreader Length | 6,058 mm | 6,058 – 12,192 mm | 12,192 mm | 6,058 mm (each) |
| Spreader Width | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm |
| Overall Height | 850 mm | 950 mm | 1,050 mm | 900 mm |
| Self Weight | 3,800 kg | 5,500 kg | 6,200 kg | 8,500 kg |
| Telescoping Speed | N/A | 45 m/min | N/A | N/A |
| Twist-Lock Type | Fully automatic | Fully automatic | Fully automatic | Fully automatic |
| Power Supply | 380-480V, 50/60Hz | 380-480V, 50/60Hz | 380-480V, 50/60Hz | 380-480V, 50/60Hz |
| Control System | PLC + HMI | PLC + HMI | PLC + HMI | PLC + HMI |
| Safety Features | Load monitoring, anti-collision, emergency stop | Load monitoring, anti-collision, emergency stop | Load monitoring, anti-collision, emergency stop | Load monitoring, anti-collision, emergency stop |
| Standards Compliance | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 |
Hydraulic container spreaders are equipped with hydraulic cylinders as their drive system. Compared to electric container spreaders, they rely on hydraulic power, offering a stable structure and robust load-bearing capacity. These spreaders are specifically designed for heavy-duty operations and are well-suited for demanding and harsh working environments.
Application
Features and Advantages
| Model | 20ft Model | 20-40ft Model | 40ft Model | 45ft Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 45 tons | 55 tons | 70 tons | 75 tons |
| Container Size Range | 20ft fixed | 20ft – 40ft telescopic | 40ft fixed | 45ft fixed |
| Spreader Length | 6,058 mm | 6,058 – 12,192 mm | 12,192 mm | 13,716 mm |
| Spreader Width | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm |
| Overall Height | 880 mm | 980 mm | 1,080 mm | 1,120 mm |
| Self Weight | 4,200 kg | 6,200 kg | 6,800 kg | 7,500 kg |
| Telescoping Speed | N/A | 40 m/min | N/A | N/A |
| Twist-Lock Type | Semi-automatic hydraulic | Semi-automatic hydraulic | Semi-automatic hydraulic | Semi-automatic hydraulic |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 160 bar | 160 bar | 160 bar | 200 bar |
| Oil Flow Rate | 45 L/min | 65 L/min | 55 L/min | 70 L/min |
| Control Valves | Pilot-operated proportional | Pilot-operated proportional | Pilot-operated proportional | Pilot-operated proportional |
| Hydraulic System | Self-contained or crane-supplied | Self-contained or crane-supplied | Self-contained or crane-supplied | Self-contained or crane-supplied |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +60°C | -40°C to +60°C | -40°C to +60°C | -40°C to +60°C |
| Standards Compliance | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 | ISO 3874, EN 13155, FEM 4.004 |
Tilting container spreaders are equipped with a hydraulic tilting mechanism, allowing users to adjust the container’s tilt angle during lifting operations. Single-tilt models can only tilt in one direction. They feature a simple design and are relatively low-cost. Dual-tilt models, on the other hand, can tilt in two directions, offering greater operational flexibility and better adaptability to complex working conditions. However, they have a relatively more complex structure and higher cost, and are commonly used in environments requiring multi-angle loading and unloading or multi-station operations.
Application
Features and Advantages
| Model | 20-40ft Electric Tilting | 20-40ft Hydraulic Tilting | 40ft Heavy-Duty Tilting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 tons | 60 tons | 75 tons |
| Container Size Range | 20ft – 40ft telescopic | 20ft – 40ft telescopic | 40ft fixed |
| Spreader Length | 6,058 – 12,192 mm | 6,058 – 12,192 mm | 12,192 mm |
| Spreader Width | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm | 2,438 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,050 mm | 1,100 mm | 1,150 mm |
| Self Weight | 6,800 kg | 7,500 kg | 8,200 kg |
| Tilt Angle Range | ±5° | ±8° | ±8° |
| Tilting Speed | 3°/second | 2.5°/second | 2°/second |
| Tilt Drive System | Electric servo motor | Hydraulic cylinder | Hydraulic cylinder |
| Telescoping System | Electric motor | Hydraulic cylinder | N/A |
As a leading manufacturer and supplier of container spreaders, VOITTO Crane leverages over two decades of engineering expertise to provide customized lifting solutions for ports, terminals, and material handling operations worldwide. We offer a comprehensive product portfolio—ranging from electric container spreaders designed for high-speed automated terminals to heavy-duty hydraulic spreaders built for demanding, heavy-load applications—enabling us to fully meet all of our customers’ container handling needs.
If you require container spreader solutions, please contact us to discuss your specific needs.
Container spreaders are typically attached to port cranes. Users employ them to load and unload containers. Their operating principle involves adjusting their length—via a telescoping mechanism—to match containers of various sizes (such as 20-foot, 40-foot, or 45-foot units), and subsequently engaging the twistlocks located at the four corners to insert them into the container’s corner castings. Modern container spreaders are typically equipped with automated control systems to manage the telescoping adjustments, the locking and unlocking of the twistlocks, and safety interlock mechanisms.
Container spreaders typically offer a service life of 25 to 35 years. Their actual service life depends on the intensity of their duty cycles, operating environment, maintenance quality, and the robustness of their initial design.
Container spreaders must undergo daily pre-operation inspections to verify the operational status of the swivel locks, the telescoping function, and the safety systems. Monthly preventive maintenance includes lubricating moving parts, inspecting wear-prone components, checking electrical connections, and (for hydraulic models) inspecting the hydraulic system. Annual comprehensive inspections cover detailed structural inspections, non-destructive testing of critical components, load testing, and the replacement of wear-prone components as needed.
A real-time load monitoring system featuring overload protection (typically configured to trigger an alarm at 110% load and an automatic cutoff at 125%). A container-in-position detection function prevents the inadvertent operation of twistlocks when they are not correctly engaged with the container. Additional features include an automatic twistlock position verification function, anti-collision sensors, an emergency stop system with a redundant design, and fail-safe twistlock mechanisms capable of maintaining their grip in the event of a power failure. Furthermore, the system’s operational status can be visually and audibly confirmed via dedicated indicators.
Our pre-sale team provides consultations, tailoring solutions to your needs and environment.
Offer customization options for lifting capacity, span and lifting height etc. to meet specific needs.
Real-Time Progress Updates: Weekly reports and PM communication.
Pre-Delivery Testing: 100% load & safety checks, detailed reports.
3-5 years warranty and free replacement for non-manufacturing defects.
24/7 online support and on-site assistance for crane issues.
Yes, lifting capacity, span, height, structure type, and hoist options can be customized to match specific working conditions.
Yes, international shipping and export support are available for global customers.
We offer comprehensive after-sales service, including regular maintenance, rapid technical support, and spare parts supply. The standard warranty period is 1 year, with options for extension based on your needs.
Transit time varies depending on many factors, including the destination of the goods, distance, shipping method and shipping service provider, etc. Generally speaking, international shipping may take about a month.
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