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AutoLash's new corner castings activated by a ​modified crane spreader generates huge benefits

AutoLash Spreader

The AutoLash ship-to-shore spreader was co-designed with Stinis and features an actuator that controls the lashing functions within the AutoLash Corner Casting. 


The actuator conceals the lashing pin, allowing the spreader’s hammer lock to engage for normal container handling. 


These spreaders are inter-operable with both ACC-equipped and standard ISO containers within the same crane cycle. This is crucial for the gradual and seamless adoption of the ACC equipped container.


Apart from the ship-to-shore spreader, no other terminal equipment needs to be modified to handle ACC equipped containers.


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AutoLash Corner Casting

The new AutoLash Corner Casting (ACC) integrates the lashing functions directly into the top container corners. 

The ACC has three functions, which are activated by an actuator built into the crane spreader:

  1. Pin – secure stacking of containers on-deck
  2. Guide – secure stowage of containers below deck
  3. Hidden – retracts the pin so that containers can be  handled in the same way as they are today

Engineered for durability, the ACC experiences up to 50% less wear and tear than traditional twistlocks, as it is used less frequently. 

This extends the lifespan of the lashing parts and significantly reduces maintenance.

Who Benefits?

Container Terminal Operators 

  • Safety Improvements (less LTI)
  • Improved Berth Productivity
  • Cost Savings
  • Improved Berth Occupancy
  • Sustainibility Gains
  • Option for full Terminal Automation
  • Elimination of Twistlock Bin Operations

Shipping Lines and Shortsea Operators

  • Safety Improvements (less LTI)
  • Faster Vessel Turn Around time in Port
  • Savings in Bunker Consumption
  • Service Loop Flexibility/Reliability
  • Lashing Cost Savings
  • Sustainability Gains
  • Elimination of Twistlock Management

Companies who operate both shipping services and terminal operations stand 

to gain substantial value from the AutoLash solution.