Industry Status
Development Stages of Terminal Automation Technology
The development of terminal automation technology can be divided into three main stages. Twist-lock handling, as a key component of terminal automation, has become a critical area for technological breakthroughs.
| Technology | Initial Stage (1993-2013) | Mature Stage (2014-Present) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) | High cost, technical verification stage | Large-scale application, mature technology |
| Automated Rail Mounted Gantry Crane (ARMG) | High cost, technical verification stage | Large-scale application, mature technology |
| Automated Quay Crane (AQC) | High cost, technical verification stage | Large-scale application, mature technology |
| Twist-lock Handling | Manual operation, high risk | Automation is a key breakthrough |
Market Demand and Pain Points
- •High labor intensity and safety risks in manual operations.
- •Low efficiency of manual operations cannot meet the throughput demands of modern terminals.
- •Increasing labor costs put pressure on terminal operational expenses.
- •The trend of terminal automation requires a corresponding automated solution for twist-lock handling.