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 Company Profile

COMPANY TIMELINE
Ed Mills & Sons
1876 Liverpool
Blacksmiths

Robert A. Mills
1972 formed
Milestone RAM Spreaders

First Telescopic
1986 Spreader built
for Quay Cranes

The first Automatic

1989 Stacking Crane Spreader
built & sold in England

A joint venture with

1992 NSL Engineering
Milestone saw further expansion

The first Ship to Shore

1992 fixed twin spreader
introduced

MHC Spreader
1994 launched adding to
product range

ShockAbsorb™
1995 technology
developed

Launch of
2000 Twinlift Spreader
with CentreSpread

Electric Single Lift

2005 Spreader and Twin 40
Headblock introduced

RAM Revolver®
2011 Containerised
Bulk Handling

Merger with SMAG created

2015 world’s largest independent
Milestone crane attachment company
Company Profile

Today we are the largest crane attachment

company since the merger with SMAG offering
products for both container handling and bulk
handling.

Our group mission is to provide reliable and

state of the art lifting accessories to our global
customer base at minimum lifetime costs,
enabling our customers to operate their
business profitably and smoothly with high
productivity, safety and without interruption.
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MAIN OFFICES

Singapore

Germany UK

UK Germany China Singapore

Office Office Plant HQ
With a workforce of 1,000
and a turnover of over 200
million Euros, our company
has grown from strength
to strength achieving the
position of becoming the
largest manufacturer of
lifting equipment between
crane and load
MANUFACTURING FACILITY

China

Our state of the art facility has produced over

5,000 spreaders since 1992
Company Certifications

With over 40 years of experience

in manufacturing container
lifting equipment, our quality
assurance is supported by
industry standard EN & ISO
certification, European welding
standards & CE conformity.

Certificates
www.ramspreaders.com/certificates/
 Awards Winners
2017 SME100 Awards
RAM Spreaders Honoured with SME100 Award for Fast Moving Companies in Singapore
RAM Spreaders has been officially recognised in the group
of Singapore Fast Moving Companies with the SME100
Award 2017 who were one of the 30 winners at the gala
event which took place at the Marina Bay Sands in
Singapore.

2016 International Bulk Journal Awards

Innovative Technology Award in association with MMG Las Bambas Peru
The RAM Revolver with CBH allows standard container ports
and terminals to import and export bulk cleanly and
efficiently and allows standard container ports to export
bulk.

2016 Asia Pacific Entrepreneurship Awards

CEO of RAM Spreaders, Philip Lee wins prestigious award

The judges awarded Philip Lee in recognition of developing

RAM Spreaders into becoming the globally successful and
respected company it is today.

2014 International Bulk Journal Awards

Environmental Protection Award in association with Patrick Ports & Stevedoring
The RAM Revolver with CBH allows standard container ports
and terminals to import and export bulk cleanly and
efficiently and allows standard container ports to export
bulk.

1998 Sea Trade Awards

Innovation Award in association with PSA for the development of “ShockAbsorb”
RAM’s development of the “ShockAbsorb™” system in
association with PSA helped provide PSA with a higher
degree of efficiency in container operations to its
customers.

Awards
www. ramspreaders.com/category/awards/
 Product Reference

Today, we are able to

offer an extensive
range of products
meeting the needs
and demands of Ports
Twin40 Headblock MHC Spreaders
and Terminals
worldwide

Single Lift Electric Spreaders Bulk Handling Spreaders

Twin Lift Electric Spreaders Bulk Handling Grabs

Twistlock Handling Machine Overheight Frame Spreaders

Twinlift Hydraulic Spreaders

“These examples
demonstrate our ability
to expand and diversify;
offering customers more
opportunities to increase
revenue”

Product Page
www.ramspreaders.com/products/
 Research and Development

Anticipating market trends and working alongside

customers helping to achieve their objectives
is why we remain a strong leader in
innovation, design and customer support

Recent examples of our R&D projects

RAM 3350 Headblock

RAM 4100 Rotating Spreader

SingFlex ®
single hoist tandem spreader headblock

RAM 4000 Twistlock Handler

Revolver
PinSmart ™ Revolver
containerised bulk handling ®
automatic twistlock handling machine containerised bulk handling
Research and Development

For over 40 years, we have developed a reputation for innovation &

understanding the needs of our clients.
RAM is a company where customer focus matters

SingFlex®
Tandem Spreader Headblock helping to increase port
productivity for single hoist cranes with ability
to lift multiple containers

Revolver®
Containerised Bulk Handling is the cost
effective, fast to market and environmentally
friendly solution to bulk handling

PinSmart™
Automatic Twistlock Handling Machine automates
the removal of twistlock cones from containers
helping to reduce injury and improve efficiency

ShockAbsorb™
Impact suppression system designed to reduce noise and
prolong the life of the spreader that won the Sea Trade Award
back in 1995 in conjunction with PSA

Touch Screen Diagnostics

Providing real-time vital analysis of the spreaders
functional status, helping to reduce down-time and
increase spreader efficiency

On-board Camera System

Providing operator assistance in locating the spreader into the
container corner castings via real-time video feed. Suitable for
automated terminals and crane cabin installation
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Major
customers
include
ICTSI
DP World
APM Terminals
Hutchison Port Holdings
Terminal Investment Ltd
Port of Singapore Authority
Shanghai International Ports Group
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A major supplier of container handling equipment to

all Port groups, we have now sold over 5,000
spreaders in 65 countries and are certified with the
highest welding standards and ISO certified

OEM’s
Stevedores
Inland Ports
Rail Terminals
Bulk Handling Ports
Container Ports & Terminals
Bulk Product Transfer Stations

Spreader sale worldwide locations

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DPW London Gateway EUROPE

Overview
A new deep-water port located 30 miles Featured Spreader
east of London opened in 2013 and saw SingFlex ® Tandem Headblock Connection
RAM supply their innovative “SingFlex ®”
Tandem Headblock.
Main Equipment Supplied
Capable of lifting multiple containers, it 13 x SingFlex ®
has already proven to be a worthwhile Tandem Headblock for STS Cranes
investment for the port and shown to 27 x RAM 2900
increase productivity and efficiency. Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders
4 x RAM 3520
All-Electric Telescopic Single Lift Spreaders

Other European locations supplied by RAM

Antwerp
42 x Spreaders for STS | RTG | SingFlex |MHC

Germany
25 x Spreaders for STS | RTG | MHC

Russia
120 x RAM 3500 spreaders since 2004 for RMG Cranes

607 spreaders supplied in Europe

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DPW Jebel Ali MIDDLE EAST

Overview
The largest marine terminal in the Middle Featured Spreader
East and is the flagship of DP World’s RAM 2900 Heavy Duty Twinlift Spreader
portfolio of over 77 marine terminals.

Terminal 3 expansion saw RAM receive a Main Equipment Supplied

large order for their heavy duty 44 x RAM 2900
Separating Twinlift Spreaders under the Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders
RAM SingFlex headblocks, and All-Electric 19 x SingFlex ®
Telescopic Twinlift Spreaders. Tandem Headblock
26 x RAM 3970
All-Electric Telescopic Twin Lift Spreaders

Other Middle East locations supplied by RAM

Salalah
14 x Spreaders for STS | 18 x Spreaders or RTG Cranes

Saudi Damam
14 x STS Spreaders | 15 x Spreaders for RTG

Kuwait
8 x STS Crane Spreaders | 16 x RTG Spreaders

390 spreaders supplied in the Middle East

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Adani Ports INDIA

Overview
Adani Ports is India’s largest private Featured Spreader
multi-port operator operating across 8 RAM 2500 Single Lift Spreader
ports in India.

Adani Mundra Port is the largest private Main Equipment Supplied

port in India and handles between 100 30 x RAM 2500
million tonnes of cargo each year. Electro-Hydraulic Single Lift Spreaders

Adani Ennore Port located on the east 16 x RAM 2900

coast of the Indian peninsula is capable of Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders
handling up to 80 million tonnes of cargo
per year.

Other India locations supplied by RAM

APM GTI India

22 x RAM 3530 All-Electric Spreader|1 x RAM 2220 Overheight

PSA BMCT India

19 x RAM 2900 Spreaders|18 x 3530 All-Electric|2 x RAM2220

Sri Lanka
109 x Spreaders for RTG | STS Cranes

534 spreaders supplied in India

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PSA Singapore ASIA

Overview
Formed in 1964, PSA Singapore is the
flagship of PSA International.
Handling 30.59 million TEU’s making it the
worlds busiest transhipment hub.
RAM have supplied over 480 Spreaders
since 2008.
Featured Spreader
RAM 2900 Heavy Duty Twinlift Spreader
Main Equipment Supplied
236 x RAM 2900
Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders
216 x RAM 3500
All-Electric Telescopic Single Lift Spreaders
35 x other
Overheight Frame | Single Lift Spreaders

Other Asia locations supplied by RAM

Malaysia
132 x Spreaders for STS | RTG | MHC Cranes

Korea
188 x Spreaders supplied for STS|RMG Cranes

Indonesia
44 x Spreaders for STS | RMG Cranes

835 spreaders supplied in Singapore

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China/Hong Kong Region CHINA

Overview
Listed in the top 50 container ports of the Featured Spreader
world, China’s major coastal ports has RAM 2900 Heavy Duty Twinlift Spreader
over 2,500 berths enabling the
transportation of containers, coal and also
the import of iron ore and grains. Main Equipment Supplied
656 x RAM 2900
RAM have supplied over 921 Spreaders to Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders
China and Hong Kong since 1992, which is 180 x RAM 2400
testament to the dedication and continued Electro-Hydraulic Telescopic Single Lift Spreaders
support RAM provides to its customers. 90 x RAM 2500
Electro-Hydraulic Single Lift Spreaders

Other China locations supplied by RAM

Yantian (YICT)
125 x RAM 2400 series | 59 x RAM 2900 series

Tianjin Port
152 x RAM 2900 Series | 11 x Overheight

Quindao
23 x RAM 2500 Series | 22 x RAM 2900 Series

921 spreaders supplied in China

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Lome Container Terminal AFRICA

Overview
A West African terminal on the Gulf of Featured Spreader
Guinea serving as a transhipment hub for RAM 3500 All Electric Telescopic Spreader
the West African coast.

Serving as a gateway to the landlocked Main Equipment Supplied

countries of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso
it is known for its state of the art
container handling equipment in which
RAM have supplied 33 Spreaders over a
period of 3 years.
27 x RAM 3500
All-Electric Telescopic Single Lift Spreaders
5 x RAM 2900
Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders

Other Africa locations supplied by RAM

Ghana
14 x STS Spreaders | 18 x RTG Spreaders

Morocco
22 x STS Spreaders | 6 x STS Spreaders

Mauritania & Congo

4 x RAM 4100 for Containerised Bulk Handling

155 spreaders supplied in Africa

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South Carolina Ports Authority NORTH AMERICA

Overview
Established in 1942, South Carolina Ports Featured Spreader
Authority operates five major ocean RAM 2600 Single Lift Telescopic Spreader
terminals at the Port of Charleston, where
the primary focus is containerized
shipments. Main Equipment Supplied
16 x RAM 2900
To date RAM have supplied 88 spreaders Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders
to SCPA since the year 2000 ranging from 25 x RAM 2600
Container Handler Spreaders, Overheight Single Lift Telescopic Spreaders
Frames, RTG/RMG Spreaders and Ship to 6 x RAM 2220
Shore Crane Spreaders. Telescopic Overheight Frame Spreaders

Other North America locations supplied by RAM

Maher Terminals – New Jersey

15 x RAM 2900 for STS Cranes

Tacoma - Washington
16 x STS spreaders |3 x Overheight Frames

Baltimore
10 x RTG spreaders

419 spreaders supplied in North and Central America

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Panama Ports Co LATIN AMERICAS

Overview
Serving both Balboa and Cristobal Ports Featured Spreader
located along the Panama canal, RAM RAM 3500 All Electric Telescopic Spreader
have supplied at total of 192 Spreaders
since the year 2000.
Main Equipment Supplied
Spreaders supplied range RMG/RTG Electro 83 x RAM 3500
Hydraulic Spreaders, RAM 2900 heavy All-Electric Telescopic Single Lift Spreaders
duty Telescopic Twinlift Spreaders, the 80 x RAM 2400/2500/2600 Model
RAM 3500 All Electric Spreaders and 3 Single Lift Telescopic Spreaders
Overheight Frames. 13 x RAM 2900
Heavy Duty Separating Twin Lift Spreaders

Other Latin America locations supplied by RAM

Mexico (APM Lazaro)

7 x SingFlex | 9 x STS spreaders | 24 x ARMG spreaders

Brazil (DPW Embraport)

8 x STS spreaders | 25 x RTG spreaders | 3 x Overheight’s

Peru (DPW Callao & APMT Callao)

15 x STS spreaders |37 x RTG spreaders | 3 x MHC spreaders

529 spreaders supplied in Latin America

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World’s Top Container Ports

Supplied by RAM

1. Shanghai – RAM 11. Hamburg – RAM 21. Colon – RAM

2. Singapore – RAM 12. Long Beach – RAM 22. Piraeus – RAM
3. Qingdao – RAM 13. Laem Chabang – RAM 23. Balboa – RAM
4. Dubai – RAM 14. Yingkou – RAM 24. Malta Freeport – RAM
5. Rotterdam – RAM 15. Valencia – RAM 25. Tangier – RAM
6. Tianjin – RAM 16. Algeciras – RAM 26. Mundra – RAM
7. Antwerp – RAM 17. Felixstowe – RAM 27. Keelung Port – RAM
8. Dalian DCT – RAM 18. Manila – RAM 28. Durban – RAM
9. Xiamen – RAM 19. Port Said – RAM 29. Cartagena – RAM
10. Tanjung Pelepas – RAM 20. Santos – RAM 30. Salalah – RAM

31. Virginia – RAM 41. St Petersburg – RAM

32. Manzanillo – RAM
33. Oakland – RAM
34. Genoa – RAM
35. London – RAM
36. Fuzhou – RAM
37. Charleston – RAM
38. Karachi – RAM
39. Dammam – RAM
40. Callao – RAM
42. Alexandria – RAM
43. Zeebrugge – RAM
44. Chennai – RAM
45. Abu Dhabi – RAM
46. Freeport Bahamas – RAM
47. Adani – RAM
48. Vladivostock – RAM
49. Buenos Aires – RAM
50. Guayaquil – RAM
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RAM Revolver RAM SingFlex RAM Revolver RAM 2900 Heavy Duty Spreader

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Sales Team
Australasia | Africa | Middle East
Cameron joined RAM in 2005 and is RAM’s Chief
Sales Officer. Cameron is also responsible for
Middle East, Africa and the Australasia sales
regions.

Europe
Joining the company in 2012, Frank is RAM’s
Regional Sales Manager for Europe and has many
years experience in the Port Industry.

Asia
Keith is RAM’s Regional Sales Manager for the
Asia. Graduating with a degree in Aerospace &
Mechanical Engineering he joined RAM in 2006. We pride ourselves with
having one of the most
longstanding and
Americas dedicated management
Eddie, is a long established member who joined & sales team in the
RAM in 1997. Eddie is the Regional Sales Manager industry
for the Americas.

Latin America
Johnny joined RAM in 2011 and is RAM’s Regional
Sales Manager for the Latin America and
Caribbean region.

Sales Support
A long established and valuable senior member of
RAM Sales Team, offering pro-active sales support
and customer service. Neil joined RAM in 1996
and actively forged a career in Sales & Marketing.

Marketing Support
Joining RAM in 2009 Patrick provides a
comprehensive level of marketing services and
support for the RAM sales team, sales agents and
customers.
Contact Us
www.ramspreaders.com/contacts/
 Service & Support

Major Service & Spare Parts Hubs

Global support network

Senior Support Managers
Supporting customers with
a well established global Harley Kramer

network of after sales &

service partners
and spare part hubs
Global On-Site Global After Sales Quality
Service Service Manager

Technical Support Managers

Tan Boon Pue

Babuchandran Balakrishnan Hector Pozo Tan Boon Pue

Europe Africa Middle East Middle East & India South America South Asia
 Corporate Responsibility

Our Commitment
We as a group recognise that our people and indeed
customers are our greatest asset and key to continued
growth and success.

We are committed to providing a safe and efficient

working environment and adopt new and innovative
working practices to ensure our group continues to offer
the best level of equipment efficiency and cost effectively
whilst protecting the environment and our workforce.

New levels of working practices include:

• Installation of fume and dust extraction system to
the workplace helping to extract fine particles of
contaminants in the working environment.
• Noise management control for reduction of noise
levels within the work place to 85db.
• Water based paint application to be introduced
during 2018

Wellbeing
Our company which has grown from humble beginnings into a fiercely competitive
global corporation is committed to providing our employees with various
wellbeing programs.

These programs are designed to bring our workforce closer together, bring out
the best in them and helps to ensures they have focus, motivation, dedication and
remain loyal and feel they play an important part in the success of the company.

This initiative has helped us achieve many goals and objectives and we remain a
dedicated company looking after, supporting and treating our employees like
family and friends.
Media Content

Learn more about our range of

products, view case studies and
see the latest videos and news

Brochures Providing you with access to the full range of our

product brochures

Videos A selection of videos showing our products and

innovations can be found on our VIMEO channel

Case Studies Discover how our customers have benefitted from using
our equipment from our case studies

News Keep up to date and visit our news section for a list of
all the top news, innovations and latest newsletter

Awards Amongst the awards, our bulk handing machine

“revolver” has now won 2 awards for its containerized
bulk handling innovation

Certificates A full list of our ISO, EN and Welding Standard

certificates are available now to view

Media
www.ramspreaders.com/media/
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