More Safety. Less Downtime. Real-Time Automation for STS Gantry Cranes.
With Cranium, your gantry cranes detect containers, hatch covers, and obstacles in real time and respond automatically. Avoid risky situations without interrupting operations. Compatible with existing systems.
More Safety. Less Downtime. Real-Time Automation for STS Gantry Cranes.
With Cranium, your gantry cranes detect containers, hatch covers, and obstacles in real time and respond automatically. Avoid risky situations without interrupting operations. Compatible with existing systems.
Why Automate STS Gantry Cranes?
Increasing throughput pressure, limited personnel capacity, and high safety requirements make automation the key technology for modern container ports.
With our automation modules for STS gantry cranes, you benefit from:
- Work More Safely: Real-time detection of obstacles and hatch covers protects personnel and equipment.
- Handle Cargo More Efficiently: Automated container detection and path tracking reduce cycle times.
- Easy Integration: Seamless connection to existing systems such as TOS, FCMS, or OCR.
Whether retrofitting or new projects – our automation solutions for STS gantry cranes can be deployed modularly, are proven in live operations, and measurably boost your terminal’s performance.
Would you like to find out which automation steps make sense for your terminal?
Let’s identify the potential together.
What Cranium Delivers for Your STS Gantry Cranes
Automate precisely where it makes the biggest difference – with proven modules for increased safety, efficiency, and control.
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Real-Time Object Detection
Reliably detects containers, hatch covers, and obstacles — even under changing conditions.
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Automated Target Approach
The crane independently and precisely approaches defined targets such as lashing platforms.
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Collision Avoidance
Reliably and safely avoids collisions with other cranes and structures.
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Soft Landing & Sway Damping
Gentle, noise-dampened placement and stabilized load stopping reduce wear and tear.
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Live Logging & Analysis
All movements are automatically logged and accessible via our time series database.
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Open Architecture & Ready for Integration
Seamless integration with TOS, FCMS, OCR, SACS, and other systems.
Every terminal is different. We’ll show you which modules fit your existing infrastructure and how you can automate step by step.
Automation Proven in Operation
Cranium is not only technically advanced — it is already running successfully in everyday port operations.
Our system is deployed in one of Europe’s most modern container terminals in live operation — including features such as:
- Automatic Detection of Containers, Hatch Covers, and Obstacles
- Reliable target approach and dynamic collision avoidance
- Fail-safe Emergency Stop certified and tested according to PLd standards.
The solution is deployed under real-world conditions at Eurogate Wilhelmshaven and Bremerhaven — safe, efficient, and fully integrated into ongoing operations.
Would you like to see Cranium in action?
In our web app, we demonstrate how the modules work together — clearly, interactively, and close to real-world operation.
With These Modules, We Automate Your Container Crane
Select the functions that fit your terminal — from individual assistance systems to fully integrated solutions. Each module is proven in practice, expandable, and technically documented.
Base
Track control
Fieldbus
Camera
Laser
Area
Navigation
Your Contacts
Martin Kirst
Chief Executive Officer
Richard Herrmann
Head of Engineering
Uwe Ochs
Sales Account Manager
Any Questions?
Please use the contact form below. We will be happy to answer your questions about Cranium. You can also reach us by phone at +49 391 74478204 (Mon-Fri 9:00 am – 06:00 pm).