Yuchai S90 Skid Steer Loader Shines in COFCO Port Test, Setting a New Standard for Smart Port Operations

As night falls at COFCO Port, the Yuchai S90 Skid Steer Loader carries out precise cleaning of corn cargo holds via its remote control system. By day, it transforms into an all-round performer at the dock yard, seamlessly completing shoveling, hauling, cargo hold cleaning and pavement sweeping. This field test report from COFCO Port not only demonstrates the robust performance of the Yuchai S90 Skid Steer Loader, but also highlights the industrial responsibility of Yuchai Equipment to reshape port operation logic through technological innovation.

In the multi-day field test at COFCO Port, the Yuchai S90 Skid Steer Loader passed a comprehensive all-round performance evaluation.

The machine operates continuously day and night without compromising efficiency. In unmanned nighttime remote-controlled bucket cleaning operations, the S90 replaces on-site personnel, eliminating the manual close-quarters operation mode for high-risk cargo hold work. Switched to manned operation during the day, it is equipped with an angle broom for corn hold cleaning, delivering more than 30% higher man-machine collaborative efficiency compared with conventional equipment.

Its cleaning performance exceeds expectations. In dock pavement and tower crane rail cleaning tasks, the S90 not only meets standard cleaning requirements but also impresses the site with its refined operation capability. It accurately removes residual materials in corners and gaps, as well as dust in rail grooves, receiving on-site feedback of “far exceeding expectations”.

The machine boasts stable endurance and high-load resistance. Facing 8 hours of continuous high-intensity port operations, the S90’s electric powertrain maintains consistent performance without mid-shift recharging, overturning the stereotype that “electric equipment cannot withstand heavy-duty operations”.

From enclosed cargo holds to open docks, from nighttime to daytime, the Yuchai S90 Skid Steer Loader proves with its full-scenario adaptability that electric skid steer equipment can not only be applied in ports, but also lead operational efficiency.

Detailed demands identified during the field test have become the key guidance for Yuchai’s technical iteration.

This rapid response to user pain points reflects Yuchai’s 30-year accumulation in equipment manufacturing:

-Visibility Optimization: A full-view camera integrated with the remote controller will be installed to address blind spots in remote operation, realizing zero-latency synchronization of video and operation commands, delivering an on-site experience for remote control and completely eliminating visual blind spots during lateral cargo hold operations.

- Hoisting Efficiency Improvement: Upgraded hitching systems shorten sling installation time and eliminate equipment tilting risks. This upgrade not only boosts efficiency but also embodies a deep understanding that “every second counts in port operations”.

- Attachment Customization: Optimized bucket adaptation and upgraded wear-resistant materials solve the problem of cargo hold edge cleaning, balancing operation intensity and ground protection, showing meticulous craftsmanship in details.

- Safety Enhancement: Upgraded audio-visual alerts, warning signs and intelligent protection systems minimize risks in port operations.

From field test feedback at COFCO Port to the rapid implementation of technical solutions, every evolution of the Yuchai S90 Skid Steer Loader serves the same goal: safer, more efficient and smarter port operations.

While the industry still debates whether electric equipment can handle high-intensity port operations, Yuchai has provided the answer with field test data — strong endurance, high efficiency and wide adaptability.

Behind this lies Yuchai’s commitment to “develop what users need”, as well as the confidence of Chinese manufacturing in transitioning from following to leading. In the future, with the application of cutting-edge technologies including integrated operation and intelligent interaction, the S90 will continue to push the limits of port operation efficiency, making “Yuchai-made” a reliable and capable choice trusted by ports worldwide.

The Yuchai S90 Skid Steer Loader goes beyond solving traditional problems; it is opening up new possibilities for port operations.