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Cargo Care Solutions’ Fully Automatic Twistlock

Cargo Care Solutions presents its own unique Fully Automatic Twistlock as part of our lashing product range. Our fully automatic twitslock enhances efficiency and safety by securing containers at sea and automatically locking and releasing them during (un)loading, eliminating manual operations and reducing turnaround times.

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The key features of our Fully Automatic Twistlock

Secure your entire cargo with our advanced lashing system, featuring Cargo Care Solutions’ fully automatic twistlock (FAT) that ensures cargo stability and crew safety. The FAT is designed and produced to withstand heavy forces during shipping. Cargo Care Solutions’ full automatic twistlock is thoroughly tested.
Our safe by design FAT benefits:

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Ergonomically designed handle

An ergonomic handle that makes it easy to carry and ensures intuitive placement in container sockets, as its design naturally guides correct positioning. This makes sure handlers experience comfortable operation on board.

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Spring-assisted mechanism

A spring-assisted mechanism for safe and easy locking. This can be pulled to quickly dismount the twistlock, releasing seamlessly during unloading.

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Clear visual indicator

A clear visual indicator that helps the crew intuitively mounting the fully automatic twistlock in place.

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Positive lock

A positive lock for secure positioning, engaging automatically during loading, which enhances container stack integrity and alignment.

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Trusted by the Industry, Proven at Sea

Leading shipping lines trust our Fully Automatic Twistlock because of its proven reliability in harsh maritime conditions—delivering consistent safety, easier handling, and long-term durability.

Mounting the Fully Automatic Twistlock

Cargo Care Solutions’ Fully Automatic Twistlock features a spring mechanism that assists with easy removal from the container. The handle has a cue for correct mounting and the hook ensures secure attachment.

Watch our instruction video to see how our twistlock is installed. Our FAT is mounted and dismounted by following these steps:

Mount

To mount the twistlock, face one of the corners at the short side of the container, and tilt the Fully Automatic Twistlock into the socket, and hear the click for correct placement. The Fully Automatic Twistlock is now correctly attached, and will fit into the container underneath.

Check

After mounting all four twistlocks, check all front cues are visible on both ends of the container

Dismount

To dismount the FATs, face the cue at the twistlock handle and pull the spring mechanism downwards. It now unlocks from the socket, making it easy to grab the handle and swipe it out.

Our FAT Services

Cargo Care Solutions not just offers the fully automatic twistlock, it also offers services to make sure the product performs optimally at all times. Our services include inspection, monitoring and solutions, whether for operating vessels, for retrofits or newbuilds.

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Inspection

During operations the condition of twistlocks deteriorates due to multiple causes like corrosion and impact during loading operations. Sample inspections or testing can give a good overview on the state of your twistlocks on board ensuring structural strength and a functioning mechanism.

Services

The type of twistlock system used on a ship has an important influence on operations, inspection standards and spare part management. Based on the vessels particulars and trading pattern, Cargo Care Solutions can assist in finding the best solution for your vessel.

For systems that highly depend on narrow tolerances like Fully Automatic Twistlocks, Cargo Care Solutions can provide follow up measurements by 3D scanning or probing to monitor the wear.

Retrofitting and Newbuilding

Getting most out of your vessel all starts in the design phase. Decisions on propulsion, scrubbers, the lashing system, and more – all have important influence on the return on investment and sustainability during the vessel’s operating life.

Newbuilding

Choosing the fully automatic twistlock for newbuilds ensures a more efficient operation during lifetime. At Cargo Care Solutions we have the experience and knowledge to design the container securing arrangement in close cooperation with our clients.

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Retrofitting

Cargo Care Solutions also has the knowledge and experience to make your retrofit or capacity upgrade a success. Strengthening of hatch covers, updating lashing arrangements, delivering of equipment and providing up-to-date documentation and training to your crew and team, all is covered under our retrofit service. Changing the type of twistlock towards an FAT is no issue when partnering with Cargo Care Solutions.

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Cargo Care Solutions offers a wide range of lashing equipment

See what lashing products we can offer you here, from lashing eyes to stacking cones, we offer all as you request and to the standards you require.

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