Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and Paterson Simons staff attended Konecranes Lift trucks extensive service and technical training on the latest Konecranes C-series reach stackers, in Sweden. This comprehensive training covered safety protocols, operational procedures, emergency measures, product identification, environmental impact, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, fluid and coolant management,...

Paterson Simons has recently entered into a partnership with Fogmaker to serve as their sales and aftermarket representative for the renowned Swedish fire suppression system in West and Central Africa.  This partnership covers sales, retrofits, servicing and inspections of Fogmaker’s world class fire suppression systems and marks a strategic initiative...

  The Terberg YTXX3 is equipped with the latest in electronic architecture, providing comprehensive vehicle monitoring and control:   DIM2 Display: Incorporates many separate switches into one display, showing warnings for errors and vital information such as air pressure in brake circuits, battery charging status, engine speed, oil pressure, coolant temperature, gearbox oil...

Our Congratulations to Benson Egan Agyei, our Group Safety Champion Winner for the third quarter of 2024. Benson’s exceptional qualifications: Reported a total of 8 safety observations Spotted a client working on an unsecured ladder attached to a scaffold. He stopped the work, educated them and assisted in securing the ladder properly to prevent any...

Grove has upgraded the GMK6400-1 to the GMK6450-1 in response to customer demand for a higher-capacity crane. The new GMK6450-1 designation better reflects the crane’s enhanced lifting capabilities in the six-axle category, with the nominal maximum capacity rising from 400t to 450t, aligning with customer feedback. These enhancements are as a...

Paterson Simons & Co (Africa) Ltd (PSAL) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its ISO 9001 compliance audit for 2024, with zero non-conformities or observations reported. ISO 9001 is a globally recognised standard for quality management. It helps organisations of all sizes and sectors to improve their performance,...

Using original Manitou spare parts is the only way to ensure optimal performance, reduce breakdowns, and extend the life of your equipment. Trust our certified technicians or dealer network to provide fast, reliable repairs with manufacturer-approved parts. Why choose Manitou original parts? Faster availability through a global network of 1500+...

The Paterson Simons team expertly offloaded 2 x Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes (MHCs) at International Container Terminal Services, Inc (ICTSI) Onne, Nigeria. Onne Multipurpose Terminal handles containerised, oil and gas, and various other cargo types. As the first terminal of call at Onne Port Complex, located in the Oil and Gas Free...

Terberg’s 3 series Yard Tractors are engineered with a robust set of standard and optional safety features designed to provide a secure and comfortable working environment for operators, ensuring both safety and efficiency. Standard Safety Features The Terberg Yard Tractor is designed with an emphasis on operator health and safety.  ...

The drive to electrification of heavy lifting equipment is well underway and we are seeing interest across the West and Central Africa region particularly from ports and mining customers. We are investing in skills and tools to support these new technologies. This article examines the key differences between LFP and...

Our 4th Crane & Lifting Safety Conference is taking place on 21 and 22 November 2024 at the Best Western Plus – Atlantic Hotel in Takoradi, Ghana.   Come and hear presentations & directly engage with representatives from the manufacturers and ourselves. Lunches & an evening meal are provided, travel & accommodation are...

Tyres and rims are the crucial connection between your lift trucks and the road. After another year of full operations, they may be showing signs of wear and tear. Be Prepared with a Backup Plan When it’s time to replace them, why waste valuable productivity waiting for tyres or rims...