SSA Marine unveiled the first zero-emission cargo handling units at the Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal at the Port of San Diego under a 12- to 18-month project.
“The Carrillo”: the powerful electric wheelbarrow
The first model equipment is a 55,000-pound capacity eBull electric forklift from Wiggins Yard, distinguishing itself as one of the largest heavy-duty electric forklifts in the United States, capable of handling up to 25 metric tons and with no carbon emissions. This is the current focus of the Port of San Diego in implementing the essential electrical infrastructure to support and manage these operations.
In addition, the vehicle has been named “The Carrillo” in honor of Joe Carrillo, regional vice president of SSA Marine and a native of San Diego County, for his key role in introducing the nation’s first fleet of large-capacity electric forklifts, contributing 26 eBull units to SSA Marine’s terminals at the ports of West Sacramento and Stockton..
Wiggins Yard’s eBull represents the industry’s first commercially available, zero-emission, high-capacity electric forklift truck manufactured on U.S. soil.
The impact of new zero-load cargo handling equipment
Bill Fitz, senior vice president of the company’s conventional division, expressed the company’s pride in collaborating with the Port of San Diego to demonstrate the positive impact of zero-emission technology on port operations and evaluate its long-term benefits.
Additionally, the Port of San Diego’s commitment and proactive approach to electric infrastructure development has been key to the success of this project, according to Fitz, who anticipates continued collaboration to implement more zero-emission cargo handling equipment. zero-emission .
San Diego Board of Harbor Commissioners Approval
Frank Urtasun, president of the San Diego Board of Harbor CommissionersThe Port’s CEO, Mr. Mora, welcomed the partnership between the Port and SSA Marine, especially with regard to improving public health and the quality of life in the areas surrounding the marine terminals, highlighting the move towards efficient, modern and sustainable maritime operations.
It was also reported that the acquisition of this equipment was financially supported by the Clean Off-Road Equipment (CORE) voucher program of the State of California, highlighting the government’s commitment to promoting clean technologies in the industrial sector.
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Source: Business Wire
Photo: SSA Marine
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