Anyone know of a gantry crane simulator?

[SackDestroyer]

I'm looking for a ship to shore gantry crane simulator that I can use on my computer. The only one I've found by searching is the Vortex simulator, which seems to be a professional deal that probably costs an arm and a leg. Does anyone know of something more casual?

 

I know there's Crane Simulator 2009, which includes container loading/unloading on ships, but from what I've seen it doesn't have an actual gantry crane; just a standard construction crane with a container spreader attachment.

 

Thanks.

[aaron886]

 

But really, I don't know any crane simulators. Crane Simulator 2009 sounds like a doozy, might be the best you'll get.

[SackDestroyer]

Haha. I know it sounds like a strange request, but I ask because I work in the shipping industry. Gantry crane operator is a potential career path for me, and I was hoping there was a simulator that could show me what it's like before I push in that direction.

[PeterP]

I also googled a little...

 

Well - I didn't found the software but here is the controller for it:

 

the left hand buttons are probably for "up" and "down"

:D

[cichlidfan]

I also googled a little...

 

Well - I didn't found the software but here is the controller for it:

 

 

the left hand buttons are probably for "up" and "down"

:D

 

 

There's no link. How do I order that controller? :P

 

I wonder if it comes in Cherry or Mahogany?

[PeterP]

http://www.globalsim.com/?gclid=CKmzh4_bkrICFSTHtAodjBsATQ

[cichlidfan]

You know you are in trouble when you simulator includes installation in the price. :D

 

At GlobalSim, we manufacture, ship, and install MasterliftTM training simulators for cranes as well as all types of material handling equipment.

 

Kind of cool though.

[SackDestroyer]

Wow! That...may be a bit much, lol.

[cults]

You could try shipsim.

Theres one on that.:)

[asparagin]

Guys, may I remind you:

 

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Please don't force me to report you to the moderating authorities!!

 

 

:lol::lol::lol:

 

[cichlidfan]

Shhhh, they're all busy in the FC3 threads!

[Bricks]

Funny. :noexpression:

 

We receive so much bashing and mocking from mainstream-gamers for our nerdy hobby as hardcore simulation-fans. And yet the only thing we can do, if somebody posts an interest in a different simulation-area is to bash and mock him?

 

:huh:

[winchesterdelta1]

Funny. :noexpression:

 

We receive so much bashing and mocking from mainstream-gamers for our nerdy hobby as hardcore simulation-fans. And yet the only thing we can do, if somebody posts an interest in a different simulation-area is to bash and mock him?

 

:huh:

 

This

[andysim]

Ship sim is the only thing I know that might come close. its pretty basic but you can load ships with a crane. the last version of Ship sim needs a super computer to run it though.

[asparagin]

We receive so much bashing and mocking from mainstream-gamers for our nerdy hobby as hardcore simulation-fans. And yet the only thing we can do, if somebody posts an interest in a different simulation-area is to bash and mock him?

 

Here's my 2 cents:

 

Who is getting affected by opinions of the "mainstream-gamers" is only self to blame. I know I don't care, as I believe the majority of the adult (by age or mind) sim community does. And be assured not every pun equals "bashing and mocking" not in this forums, maybe if you stick longer you'll get it.

 

If you still wish to make martyrs out of simmers than you will get a better chance, going for the marginalization forced on them by the industry and market.

[Mr_Burns]

Im not sure if a PC simulator is the best way to weigh up your career options.

 

1. Check out the salary of a Crane operator

2. Check out the holidays of a Crane operator

3. Check if crane operators are likely to be replaced by robots any time soon (limited career span)

4. Climb a local tower and see if you are afraid of heights

 

I loved my jobs, but no way did Rambo on the Specrum prepare me for army life or Capitalism 2 prepare me for the city although I believe Louis Hamilton did learn to race F1 on the megadrive. Silent Service was good but didnt prepare me claustraphobia and stench onboard a Trident nor did ship simulator prepare me for sea sickness.

 

BTW - I have no idea about your repectful request, just being daft.

Edited September 5, 2012 by Mr_Burns

[Slap_Chop]

I also googled a little...

 

Well - I didn't found the software but here is the controller for it:

 

the left hand buttons are probably for "up" and "down"

:D

 

 

OK Peter that was HILARIOUS LOL !!!

 

 

 

 

 

But on a more serious note :

 

 

 

 

Here's a simulator for a Tower Crane. It's only $4000.00 !! ?

 

http://www.vista-training.com/training/type/simulators/tower-crane

 

And here's a simulator for a Track Hoe Excavator. You may have to purchase a couple of custom Joystics as well ?

 

 

And it's only $4500.00 !!? :huh:

 

http://www.vista-training.com/training/type/simulators/excavator

 

 

 

 

Maybe A10-C isn't such a bad deal ? :smilewink:

Edited September 5, 2012 by Slap_Chop

[BTTW-DratsaB]

Rigs of Rods has some very nice user made cranes :dunno:, can't go wrong for free. :)

 

http://www.rigsofrods.com/repository/viewTag/page:1/id:102

 

Check this beast:

http://www.rigsofrods.com/repository/img/uimages/f5054e2d5fafc3a4100da409368684228b7059e2.jpg

 

Not much in the way of gantry though :

http://www.rigsofrods.com/repository/index/Search.keywords:gantry

 

This one is kind of interesting:

http://www.rigsofrods.com/repository/view/4712

Edited September 5, 2012 by BTTW-DratsaB

[SackDestroyer]

Im not sure if a PC simulator is the best way to weigh up your career options.

 

1. Check out the salary of a Crane operator

2. Check out the holidays of a Crane operator

3. Check if crane operators are likely to be replaced by robots any time soon (limited career span)

4. Climb a local tower and see if you are afraid of heights

 

I loved my jobs, but no way did Rambo on the Specrum prepare me for army life or Capitalism 2 prepare me for the city although I believe Louis Hamilton did learn to race F1 on the megadrive. Silent Service was good but didnt prepare me claustraphobia and stench onboard a Trident nor did ship simulator prepare me for sea sickness.

 

BTW - I have no idea about your repectful request, just being daft.

 

Thanks for the advice. However, I've been in the industry for seven years; I know about as much as it's possible to know about crane operation without actually being a crane operator. The pay and holidays are spectacular, and even the most automated ports still have crane operators. Currently, my job at the port involves being lifted up by the crane, set down on top of the stacks of containers on the ships, and leaning over the side to open the sixth and seventh tier twistlocks, so heights don't bother me.

 

Actually, since I'm a cargo securer (lasher), I'm the one who has to dodge the containers when a crane operator screws up, so in a sense I know it better than they do ;).

 

What I was hoping for was a simulator that has accurate enough controls to give me a decent idea of how the machines are laid out before I head into training. Unfortunately it seems that nothing like that exists short of buying an actual, multi-thousand dollar simulation machine.

[hegykc]

Where's the downside, and why are you not already in training? :D

[SackDestroyer]

Well, I suppose the downside is that, as a crane operator, you're in a position to royally screw something up. Not long ago, a crane operator in Newark accidentally knocked six or seven containers off the side of the ship he was working, and onto the bunkering barge that was next to the ship. Luckily, nothing exploded and no one was killed (though there were injuries) but still, one small slip-up cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages and compensation money. My current position is pretty much stress-free, even if it is physically demanding and dangerous.

[Mr_Burns]

Heres a tip, get a fishing rod and line and tie a size 12 hook on the line.

 

Now steal a crate of beer off your dad or mates and place it on the floor under your bedroom window.

 

Now go up to your bedroom and open the window and hang out.

 

Try picking up a can from the crate with the rod and moving it 2 meters, put it down and repeat process until you have a 3x3x3 cube (less 3 cans).

 

Remember any you drop will need drinking.

 

If you manage it then go for training.

 

If you find yourself pissed trying to explain to your dad/mates how you drank their beer then I would stay away from the top seat!

 

So now

[lorrainelambert]

I search in browser but didn't get proper idea...