What is a grab in bulk handling?

A grab is a crane attachment used to pick up, transport and discharge loose bulk materials such as sand, coal, grain, scrap and ores in port and industrial environments.

Which grab types are used in ports?

Common grab types include hydraulic grabs, electro-hydraulic grabs, mechanical rope grabs, diesel-hydraulic grabs and radio remote control grabs for single-hook cranes.

How do you select the right grab?

Grab selection depends on crane type, hoisting configuration, available power supply, material density and required cycle speed. Maintenance requirements and wear behaviour are also important factors.

Are grabs suitable for different materials?

Yes, but not every grab suits every material. Fine materials often require sealed shells, while scrap and heavy bulk demand reinforced or open-shell designs.

Can used or refurbished grabs be listed?

Yes. Portneeds features new, used and refurbished grabs offered by OEMs, service companies and specialised suppliers active in the port sector.

Which cranes can use grabs?

Grabs are commonly used on mobile harbour cranes, ship-to-shore cranes, portal cranes and other crane systems operating in bulk handling environments.

Why list grabs on Portneeds?

Because Portneeds is dedicated to port equipment. Listings reach terminals, engineers and technical buyers actively searching for bulk handling and crane-related solutions.