Converted vessel SS Crispin Oglebay contains conveying system powered by 750 hp GE induction motors; unloading speed 2200 long tons per hr; boom conveyor driven by 300 kw induction motor, moves at 425 ft per min and can discharge cargo to 235 ft away from ship; GE 300-amp motor driven welder mounted permanently in engine room.
40-year-old transport converted into fast self-unloading freighter
Pit Quarry
Pit and Quarry ; 41 , n 4
1948
2 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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