portaload
Mobile ship loader

Portaload

The mobile Portaload has a high throughput of 800 to 3000 tons per hour. It can provide short berthing times and is a reliable loader for bulk materials.

portaload

When to choose a mobile loader?

Mobile ship loaders are ideal for terminals with existing or shared berths. They offer maximum flexibility at lower initial investment and allow for efficient use of quay infrastructure across multiple vessels.

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Key benefits

High availability
The Portaload has few wear parts which are also very sturdy. This increases uptime and decreases the need for maintenance, producing a reliable loader which is critical for running an export terminal.
Efficient loading saves costs
The mobile Portaload completely fills the hatch while minimal interference by the operator is needed. Its high performance helps to cut down on operating costs, personnel costs, and mooring costs.
High-throughput loading and short berthing times
The mobile Portaload offers a high throughput of up to 3000 tons per hour.

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Highlight features​

​​Flexibility​

​​Flexible operation across vessels and berths​

Installed on rails, the loader travels parallel to the vessel, allowing for efficient loading across multiple hatches and ships.

​​Design​

Advanced design with reduced structural loads

The curved vertical pylon and cable-supported boom ensure optimal load distribution and reduce stress on the quay infrastructure.

​​Reliability​

Low maintenance and high availability

By eliminating complex hydraulic systems and minimizing wear parts, the loader achieves reliable operation with reduced maintenance effort.

​​Precision​

Wide range of motion for precise loading

The boom can be lifted, lowered, and swiveled, while the spout can be positioned accurately to ensure optimal hatch filling with minimal operator effort.

​​Efficiency​

High throughput with efficient operation

With capacities of up to 3000 t/h, the system enables fast vessel loading while reducing berthing times and operating costs.

Options for optimized loading

Reduces dust emissions during loading by controlling the product flow into the ship’s hold while maintaining performance

Increases loading range while keeping dust emissions low, enabling efficient and precise loading over wider distances.

Services and training

Bühler's services and training are designed to keep you up to date on products and technologies, giving you the confidence and experience you need.

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