Barge Unloading Systems

For 125 years, Heyl & Patterson has designed and constructed the most efficient, rugged and durable barge unloaders available. Materials such as coal, iron ore, grain, alumina, corn, wheat, soybean, wood chips and limestone can be successfully unloaded using our complete line of high capacity, easy-to-operate machines.

The Heyl & Patterson Continuous Barge Unloader (CBU) is designed to unload materials at free digging rates of up to 5,000 tons per hour, maintaining a much higher average offloading rate than other types of barge unloaders. The horsepower requirements are much less than pneumatic systems, making it easy to operate, and the CBU does not degrade fragile commodities.

Designed with advanced technological advancements, the continuous barge unloader is built for durability and long-term performance. With minimal downtime and maintenance requirements, Heyl & Patterson’s continuous barge unloader is a cost-effective solution for your bulk material needs.

Often referred to as “The Workhorse of the River”, Heyl & Patterson’s Grab Bucket Barge Unloader is field proven to offer maximum capacity with free digging rates of up to 1,500 tons per hour. Grab buckets can be engineered to accommodate almost any application, including dust suppression or collection systems, depending on your site requirements and can be used in complement with barge hauls.

Environmentally sound and efficient, the stationary or traveling style units are designed to minimize maintenance and downtime all while being backed by a team of experienced service technical. With capacities up to 1,500 TPH, integrated dust control systems, quick change buckets and much more, the H&P grab bucket might be your answer for all of your barge unloading needs.

If you are looking for a custom-engineered solution, Heyl & Patterson is the right choice for you.

Heyl & Patterson’s Barge Haul Systems are a low-cost method of positioning barges along a river. Barge Movers are utilized in Grab Bucket Unloaders and Continuous Bucket Elevator Unloaders, as well as in bulk materials loading applications. Featuring robust construction for maximum availability and safety, these barge pullers are available for new or existing installations. They can be designed to move one barge or multiple barges at fixed or variable speeds.

Heyl & Patterson barge haul systems are used to position barges along a river at a reasonable cost. The barge pullers have a sturdy design for optimal performance and safety. They can be built to position unloading barges at fixed or variable speeds.