CASE STUDY | BVS
45-ton dock crane… … and a 20-ton dock crane.
operation. Advanced filtration systems are installed to minimise dust emissions during operation.
The bulk soda ash is transported
from vertical silos via rubber conveyors to a tripper car belt conveyor, which transfers the material to the shiploader’s elevator. The elevator moves the soda ash vertically before directing it through an intermediate belt to the loading arm, which moves both vertically and horizontally. A hydraulic telescopic pouring chute loads the material onto the ship’s deck in piles.
The shiploader is equipped with PLC
automation systems, specialised software, control rooms, and cameras to ensure safe and efficient operation. Additionally, BVS has designed and built a 300t per hour mobile shiploader, developed by its R&D engineering team. This unit features rubber tyres at the front and pallets at the rear, with a horizontal transportation distance of 34.4m and a vertical transportation distance of 103m. Powered by a diesel generator, it offers great flexibility and ease of use for port operators. BVS has also delivered 20t and 45/5t
dock cranes for a dry dock in northwestern Turkey, supporting the national battleship
production for the Turkish Navy. The customer, a long-time partner, trusted BVS Cranes’ engineering and build quality, having previously worked with the company on steel mill projects over the past decade. The dock cranes were developed in
two phases: Phase 1: Two 20t-capacity cranes were installed. Phase 2: Two 45/5t-capacity cranes were added one year later.
These cranes now serve offshore vessels, chemical tankers, coasters and commercial container vessels in the region. The special boom design features an original load distribution system, allowing adjustable load capacity at different angles. It also meets international environmental and occupational safety standards. The dry dock pier gantry crane, with its high weight capacity, features a unique bogie design for stable operation and is powered by advanced software automation algorithms. The 20-ton dock crane is engineered
for versatile lifting operations, featuring a lifting capacity of 5.0 tons to 20 tons. It is equipped with a 67m boom and offers a lifting height of 64m, ensuring efficient handling of heavy loads. With an 8m span and the ability to rotate 360° this crane provides excellent flexibility and manoeuvrability for various port and shipyard applications. The 45/5-ton dock crane is designed for
BVS’s R&D centre.
even greater capacity, with a main lifting capability of 30 tons to 45 tons. It features a 50m boom and offers lifting heights of 47m for 45-ton loads and 52m for 5,0-ton loads. Like the 20-ton model, it also has an 8m span and 360° movement and positioning. Additionally, it
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includes an auxiliary lifting capacity of 5.0 tons, enhancing its versatility for specialised lifting tasks.
MAJOR CONTRACT BVS Cranes has recently secured a major contract to design and manufacture four container cranes for a leading European customer. These cranes will be deployed in railroad and truck terminals across Europe, strengthening BVS’s position in the global logistics and port solutions market.
SUSTAINABILITY COMMITMENT BVS Cranes is transitioning to green energy solutions, with solar panels installed on the roofs of its three factories in Ankara. The company integrates energy-efficient designs into its automation systems and cranes, reducing its carbon footprint while improving operational efficiency. With a strong commitment to sustainability, BVS implements corporate sustainability programmes and sets clear environmental targets. As a publicly traded company, it is dedicated to ensuring a greener future and leading by example in industrial sustainability for future generations.
INVESTMENT BVS Cranes continues to rank among the top in R&D expenditures in the Turkish machinery sector. The company recently built a brand new R&D centre and is increasing its focus on employing engineers with master’s and PhD degrees to drive technological innovation. BVS has also expanded its portfolio of
registered models and patents, further strengthening its position as an industry leader in cutting-edge crane solutions.
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