Location: Saudi Arabia

Industry: Petrochemical / Bulk material handling

Product: Fully automated stacking 

The Challenge

A large petrochemical complex in Jubail needed to automate the storage of plastic granules. The existing forklift operation was labor‑intensive, and the dusty environment posed a safety risk. They wanted a system that could run 24/7 without human presence inside the warehouse.

After receiving the inquiry, Zehua Heavy Industry promptly formed a project team and conducted a detailed discussion on the operation requirements. Within two days, we provided a detailed solution and quotation. Based on the specific needs of the client, our technical team developed the best lifting solution, which was ultimately approved by the client.

Zehua’s Solution

Zehua installed a fully automated rail‑mounted stacking crane integrated with the plant’s warehouse management system:

1.ATEX‑certified – all electrical components are approved for use in potentially explosive dust atmospheres.

2.Fully automatic operation – the crane receives orders from the central computer, picks up or stores pallets, and updates inventory without any manual intervention.

3.Laser positioning – ensures the crane always places loads in the correct rack location with ±5 mm accuracy.

Key Benefits

Eliminates the need for workers in a dusty, hazardous area.

24/7 operation with consistent speed and accuracy.

Real‑time inventory tracking reduces stock discrepancies.

Results

Zehua’s fully automated stacking crane eliminated the need for forklift operators inside the plant’s dusty warehouse, removing personnel from a hazardous environment and saving nearly $500,000 annually in labor costs. The ATEX‑certified system operates 24/7 with laser‑guided precision, increasing throughput from 30 to 45 pallets per hour while achieving 99.9% inventory accuracy. This project showcases Zehua’s expertise in delivering turnkey automated solutions for the petrochemical and bulk handling industries.

ZEHUA is a leading crane manufacturer in China. With decades of industry experience, we have become a trusted partner in the global material handling solution field. We are committed to providing comprehensive professional services tailored to your specific needs. We recommend the most suitable crane products, offer accurate quotations, and design customized solutions. Welcome to contact us.

HENAN ZEHUA HEAVY INDUSTRY EQUIPMENT CO., LTD  
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