Bosch Holdings Enginuity ENGINUITY January 2018 | Page 9

09 Maydon Wharf which had operated in the harsh sea air for 50 years, proved to be in good overall condition, with no evidence of fatigue nor excessive corrosion. The most effective solution was therefore to retain the existing shiploaders and build them into a new sub structure that utilised a new cope quayside rail. The old 20m high, 112 ton shiploaders were overhauled and effectively moved forward 4m and raised by 1.32m. They were then incorporated into a replacement Variable Sp eed Drive driven sub structure to allow the existing boom access, and clearance, to larger Panamax-type vessels, even at the highest tide. The feed conveyor retained its existing angle and feed on point by being extended rearwards towards the unchanged feed conveyor gallery. Dave Chappelow - [email protected]