The design life of an empty container handler is usually 10-15 years. According to the GB 150 standard for steel pressure vessels, the design life of an air compressor gas tank is generally 10-15 years. However, this is only a rough reference range, and the actual service life will be affected by many factors, including frequency of use, maintenance, working environment, etc.
In order to ensure the safe operation of the empty container handler, regular inspection and maintenance are recommended. The inspection system includes daily inspection, annual inspection and comprehensive inspection. Daily inspection includes visual inspection of the tank appearance, pressure monitoring and working pressure, drainage test, etc.; annual inspection includes ultrasonic thickness measurement, magnetic particle inspection and safety accessory verification; comprehensive inspection includes radiographic inspection, water pressure test, etc. In addition, preventive maintenance technologies such as inner wall treatment and mechanical maintenance specifications are also important measures to ensure the long-term and stable operation of the equipment.
In actual operation, the scrapping of an empty container handler mainly depends on the safety performance and operating status of the equipment, rather than a single service life. There are also differences in international and domestic regulations. For example, the United States has stricter emission standards and safety requirements for old forklifts, and equipment that does not meet the standards may face scrapping or restrictions on use. Therefore, regular inspection and maintenance are essential to extend the service life of empty container handlers.
