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Mechanical Grabs
Clamshell Grab
Heavy-Duty Mechanical Grabs for Bulk Cargo, Dredging and Material Handling Operations
Bulk Cargo Handling • Ports & Terminals • Shipping • Mining • Dredging • Industrial Material Handling
AL Industries manufactures mechanical clamshell grabs designed for efficient handling of free-flowing bulk materials across ports, terminals, dredging projects and industrial operations.
Available in both 2-rope and 4-rope configurations, our clamshell grabs provide reliable closing performance, high filling efficiency and long service life in demanding operating environments.
Available in both 2-rope and 4-rope configurations, our clamshell grabs provide reliable closing performance, high filling efficiency and long service life in demanding operating environments.
AL Industries manufactures mechanical orange peel grabs for handling scrap metal, rocks, boulders and difficult bulk cargo. Available in 2-rope and 4-rope configurations.
Product Overview
Clamshell grabs are among the most widely used material handling attachments for loading, unloading and transferring bulk materials.
Designed with two opposing shells that close around the material, clamshell grabs are particularly effective for handling:
Designed with two opposing shells that close around the material, clamshell grabs are particularly effective for handling:
- Coal
- Iron ore
- Sand
- Limestone
- Fertilisers
- Aggregates
- Grain
- Bulk industrial materials
Their robust mechanical design makes them suitable for continuous operation in ports, cargo terminals, dredging projects and industrial facilities where productivity and reliability are essential.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Unit | 2 Rope | 4 Rope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | m³ | Custom | Custom |
| Dead Weight | kg | Custom | Custom |
| Shell Type | – | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Operating System | – | 2 Rope | 4 Rope |
| Material | – | High Strength Steel | High Strength Steel |
Capacities, dimensions and configurations can be customised to suit specific crane and application requirements.
Available Configurations
2 Rope Mechanical Clamshell Grab
Designed for cranes equipped with two-rope systems.
Suitable for:
- Bulk cargo handling
- Port operations
- General material handling
- Loading and unloading applications
4 Rope Mechanical Clamshell Grab
Designed for heavy-duty cargo handling operations requiring higher efficiency and productivity.
Suitable for:
- Ports and terminals
- Mining operations
- Dredging projects
- Continuous duty applications
Built For Productivity
Robust mechanical construction, efficient shell geometry and reliable rope-operated mechanisms designed for high-performance bulk material handling operations.
Key Features
Typical Applications
Bulk Cargo Handling
Ports & Terminals
Shipping
Mining
Dredging
Coal Handling
Aggregates Handling
Industrial Material Handling
Why Choose This Clamshell Grab
Optimised For Bulk Materials
Designed to achieve efficient filling and unloading of free-flowing cargo.
High Operational Efficiency
Reliable closing performance helps maximise handling productivity.
Custom Engineered Solutions
Configurations can be adapted to crane type and operating environment.
Manufacturing & Service Support
Backed by manufacturing, refurbishment and repair capabilities from our Verna facility.
