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PATERSON SIMONS ADVANCES EV EXPERTISE WITH KEMPOWER TRAINING IN FINLAND

In a significant step towards advancing their capabilities in the electric vehicle (EV) charging sector, James Savoy our Group Technical Director recently had the privilege of visiting Kempower in Finland. This visit was part of an intensive training and certification program focused on the …

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE PATERSON SIMONS GROUP!

To our valued customers and partners, thank you for your continued support, trust, loyalty, and collaboration during this full and busy year. As our industry changes and evolves, we are all united in sharing our commitment to advancing safety standards, …

PATERSON SIMONS & PASICO GHANA DONATE TRANSMISSION TO TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY FOR PRACTICAL ENGINEERING TRAINING

Paterson Simons along with our subsidiary Pasico Ghana have donated a transmission from a Manitou telehandler to the Auto Mechanical Workshop at Takoradi Technical University (TTU). The transmission, a vital component of the Manitou telehandler, will serve as a hands-on training tool …

PATERSON SIMONS SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH STINIS TO EXPAND OPERATIONS IN WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA

Paterson Simons has recently partnered with Stinis to become their sales and aftermarket representative for the renowned Dutch lifting equipment manufacturer in West and Central Africa. The agreement between Paterson Simons and Stinis represents a strategic move to enhance the availability and …

ENHANCE MAINTENANCE EFFICIENCY & EXTEND EQUIPMENT LIFESPAN WITH KONECRANES PROFESSIONAL TOOL KITS!

Konecranes Professional Took Kits: All the Service Tools You Need Whether you’re maintaining a single lift truck or managing an entire fleet, effective service and maintenance require skilled personnel, time, and the right tools. With an accurate assessment of necessary actions, you can extend the …

NEW FROM KONECRANES: THE E-ACE ELECTRIC EMPTY CONTAINER HANDLER – COMBINING POWER, RELIABILITY, AND ZERO EMISSIONS FOR MODERN TERMINALS!

The New Konecranes E-ACE, the electric model in the trusted Konecranes E-ACE Liftace range, offers the same exceptional features, lifting attachments, and top-tier performance as the popular high quality & durable Konecranes Liftace empty container handler. As part of Konecranes’ ongoing development of Ecolifting products, the new Konecranes E-ACE Electric Empty Container Handler …

DID YOU KNOW KONECRANES’ ORIGINS TRACE BACK TO 1910 WITH THE FOUNDING OF KONE CORPORATION, AN ELECTRICAL MOTOR REPAIR SHOP?

Did you know Konecranes’ origins trace back to 1910 with the founding of KONE Corporation, an electrical motor repair shop?  In 1933, Finland’s KONE Corporation began producing large Electric Overhead Traveling Cranes, initially serving customers in the pulp and paper …

PATERSON SIMONS COMMISSIONS TWO KONECRANES GOTTWALD MOBILE HARBOR CRANES FOR ICTSI, ONNE, NIGERIA

Paterson Simons has successfully commissioned two Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes (MHCs) For International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) in Onne, Nigeria. These new Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor cranes for ICTSI Onne are expertly designed to deliver cost-effective and eco-efficient cargo handling, …

ADVANCING SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY IN WEST & CENTRAL AFRICA: PATERSON SIMONS & PASICO GHANA DELIVER A SUCCESSFUL CRANE & LIFTING SAFETY CONFERENCE 2024 IN TAKORADI, GHANA!

The Paterson Simons Group (including Pasico Ghana) Crane and Lifting Safety Conference, held on November 21st and 22nd November 2024 at the Western Serene Atlantic Hotel in Takoradi, Ghana, was a resounding success. As the fourth instalment of this event, the …

MEET REBECCA DALE – NEW DATA ANALYST AT PATERSON SIMONS!

We are happy to share that Rebecca Dale has recently joined our team as a Data Analyst. She is based in our Grangemouth office, in Scotland. Rebecca’s focus will span two key areas of data analysis: service-based reporting and customer-focused …

GPHA AND PATERSON SIMONS STAFF UNDERTAKE KONECRANES LIFTTRUCKS EXTENSIVE SERVICE & TECHNICAL TRAINING ON THE LATEST KONECRANES C-SERIES REACH STACKERS, IN SWEDEN

Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and Paterson Simons staff attended Konecranes Lift trucks extensive service and technical training on the latest Konecranes C-series reach stackers, in Sweden. This comprehensive training covered safety protocols, operational procedures, emergency measures, product identification, environmental impact, hydraulic …

PATERSON SIMONS PARTNERS WITH FOGMAKER TO SERVE AS THEIR SALES AND AFTERMARKET REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE RENOWNED SWEDISH FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA

Paterson Simons has recently entered into a partnership with Fogmaker to serve as their sales and aftermarket representative for the renowned Swedish fire suppression system in West and Central Africa. This partnership covers sales, retrofits, servicing and inspections of Fogmaker’s …

INNOVATIVE SAFETY OPTIONS AND ELECTRONIC ARCHITECTURE DEFINE THE TERBERG 3 SERIES YARD TRACTOR

The Terberg 3 series Yard Tractor is equipped with the latest in electronic architecture, providing comprehensive vehicle monitoring and control:   DIM2 Display: Incorporates many separate switches into one display, showing warnings for errors and vital information such as air pressure in brake …

CONGRATULATIONS BENSON EGAN AGYEI: GROUP SAFETY CHAMPION WINNER FOR THE THIRD QUARTER OF 2024!

Our Congratulations to Benson Egan Agyei, our Group Safety Champion Winner for the third quarter of 2024. Benson’s exceptional qualifications: Reported a total of 8 safety observations Spotted a client working on an unsecured ladder attached to a scaffold. He stopped the work, educated them …

GROVE UPGRADES THE GMK6400-1 TO GMK6450-1

Grove has upgraded the GMK6400-1 to the GMK6450-1 in response to customer demand for a higher-capacity crane. The new GMK6450-1 designation better reflects the crane’s enhanced lifting capabilities in the six-axle category, with the nominal maximum capacity rising from 400t to …

 PATERSON SIMONS ACHIEVES SUCCESSFUL ISO 9001 COMPLIANCE AUDIT FOR 2024

Paterson Simons & Co (Africa) Ltd (PSAL) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its ISO 9001 compliance audit for 2024, with zero non-conformities or observations reported. ISO 9001 is a globally recognised standard for quality management. It helps organisations of all …

KEEP YOUR MANITOU MACHINES RUNNING AT THEIR BEST WITH GENUINE PARTS! 

Using original Manitou spare parts is the only way to ensure optimal performance, reduce breakdowns, and extend the life of your equipment. Trust our certified technicians or dealer network to provide fast, reliable repairs with manufacturer-approved parts. Why choose Manitou …

KONECRANES GOTTWALD MOBILE HARBOR CRANES OFFLOAD AT ICTSI, ONNE, NIGERIA

The Paterson Simons team expertly offloaded 2 x Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes (MHCs) at International Container Terminal Services, Inc (ICTSI) Onne, Nigeria. Onne Multipurpose Terminal handles containerised, oil and gas, and various other cargo types. As the first terminal of call at …

TERBERG YTXX3: LEADING THE WAY IN EFFICIENCY, OPERATOR SAFETY AND COMFORT!

The YTXX3 is engineered with a robust set of standard and optional safety features designed to provide a secure and comfortable working environment for operators, ensuring both safety and efficiency. Standard Safety Features The Terberg YTXX3 is designed with an emphasis on operator …

LFP VS. NMC BATTERIES: EXPLORING KEY DIFFERENCES FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

The drive to electrification of heavy lifting equipment is well underway and we are seeing interest across the West and Central Africa region particularly from ports and mining customers. We are investing in skills and tools to support these new …

YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR 4TH CRANE & LIFTING SAFETY CONFERENCE: 21 & 22 NOVEMBER 2024, TAKORADI GHANA

Our 4th Crane & Lifting Safety Conference is taking place on 21 and 22 November 2024 at the Best Western Plus – Atlantic Hotel in Takoradi, Ghana.   Come and hear presentations & directly engage with representatives from the manufacturers and ourselves. Lunches …

DON’T LET WORN TYRES SLOW YOU DOWN – UPGRADE TODAY!

Tyres and rims are the crucial connection between your lift trucks and the road. After another year of full operations, they may be showing signs of wear and tear. Be Prepared with a Backup Plan When it’s time to replace …

PATERSON SIMONS WAS HAPPY TO ADD OUR SUPPORT TO UK SCHOOL CIRENCESTER DEER PARK’S GHANA VOLUNTEERING TRIP!

At the end of June this year, students and staff from Cirencester Deer Park School in the UK spend 2 weeks in Woe, Ghana. The students visited local schools in Woe, helping with construction projects and teaching subjects like English, Science, and Art. Afternoons were spent …

PORT ELECTRIFICATION – THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF AN ELECTRIFIED PORT INDUSTRY

Globally, the port industry emits 10-15 MtCO2e annually – equivalent to the total emissions of Slovenia. With the International Maritime Organization (IMO) aiming for a 20-30% reduction in shipping emissions by 2030 and a 70-80% reduction by 2040, port electrification …

APM TERMINALS WEST AFRICA CONTAINER TERMINAL IN ONNE, NIGERIA’S USD 115 MILLION UPGRADE

Paterson Simons has a longstanding relationship with APM Terminals West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) having handled the commissioning and offloading of various world class cargo handling equipment. Our collaboration over the years has built a strong partnership founded on trust …

DID YOU KNOW LAKE VOLTA IN GHANA IS ONE OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST MAN-MADE BODIES OF WATER IN THE WORLD?

Lake Volta in Ghana is one of the largest man-made bodies of water in the world. It was captured from 800 kilometers above Earth by ESA’s Envisat satellite. Lake Volta spans 8,482 square kilometers, covering much of the West African nation of Ghana. It was …

QUALITY AFFORDABLE & ADAPTABLE MINING SOLUTIONS ATTACHMENTS FROM MANITOU

Manitou’s latest Mining Solutions Attachment Guide: 2024 provides a detailed overview of the wide range of genuine attachments available for Manitou Telehandlers and Forklift trucks. As both a manufacturer of telehandlers and attachments, Manitou possesses the technical expertise, practical experience, and necessary …

PATERSON SIMONS VISITS VERTIKAL DAYS 2024: EXPLORING KEY EQUIPMENT FOR WEST & CENTRAL AFRICA

Our annual visit to Vertikal Days took place on September 11th, where members of our logistics and accounts teams had the chance to explore the lifting equipment we regularly ship to West and Central Africa. Vertikal Days is Europe’s largest lifting equipment event. …

OPTIMISE YOUR FUEL SAVINGS WITH KONECRANES AUTO ENGINE SHUTDOWN!

Save Fuel with Konecranes Auto Engine Shutdown: Konecranes Intelligent Electronic Machine Control (EMC) system continuously monitors key components and functions of your lift truck, offering programmable settings tailored to your specific needs. It integrates seamlessly with Konecranes’ TRUCONNECT Remote Monitoring and …

PSAL GROUP ACHIEVES KEY MILESTONE ON PATH TO ISO45001 CERTIFICATION

The Paterson Simons & Co. (Africa) Ltd. (PSAL) Group is proud to announce a significant achievement in our journey toward obtaining the ISO45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification. ISO 45001 is an international standard that specifies requirements for an occupational …

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF INSPECTORS & TRAIN THE TRAINER TRAINING FOR PASICO GHANA

Recently our Pasico Ghana CIT Inspectors and Engineers underwent intensive training.(Pasico Ghana is a subsidiary of Paterson Simons). This was both Inspectors training and Train the Trainer (TTT) teachers training. Inspectors Training: Through CICB we provided dedicated training for individuals involved in the inspection of equipment for 3rd party certification purposes. The content of this training is focused on best …

PATERSON SIMONS SUCCESSFULL TRAINING, COMMISSIONING, AND OFFLOADING OF FOUR NEW KONECRANES 16WA RTGS AT BENIN TERMINAL S.A. – COTONOU

Paterson Simons recently completed successful theoretical and practical training, conducted in French, along with the commissioning and offloading of four new Konecranes 16WA RTGs at Benin Terminal S.A. in Cotonou. Our engineers from Paterson Simons in Togo, together with Konecranes engineers, managed the offloading process …

RÉGIE DU TERMINAL À CONTENEURS : PILLAR OF PORT EXCELLENCE

Paterson Simons has a long history with the equipment in the Régie du Terminal à Conteneurs (RTC S.A) terminal, having provided commissioning and offloading of Konecranes equipment since 2021. In 2022, a Support & Maintenance contract was agreed. Over the years, our …

DP WORLD CALLAO FLEET OF 20 ELECTRIC TERBERG TERMINAL TRACTORS IN FULL OPERATION

DP World’s Callao terminal in Peru has successfully integrated a fleet of 20 electric Terberg Terminal Tractors into its daily operations. These Terbergs, with a 236 kWh battery capacity, are now running 15-20 hours each day, marking a significant milestone in terminal logistics. The …

CONGRATULATIONS CHEMBALINE NWANGWA: GROUP SAFETY CHAMPION WINNER FOR THE SECOND QUARTER OF 2024!

Our Congratulations to Chembaline Nwangwa, our Group Safety Champion Winner for the second quarter of 2024. Chem’s exceptional qualifications: Reported a total of 12 safety observations 3 out of the 12 safety observations reported were good practices Conducted 100% risk assessment of …

PATERSON SIMONS GROUP HITS 1000 RISK ASSESSMENTS MILESTONE

We are proud to announce that the Paterson Simons Group has successfully conducted 1,000 risk assessments from January to July 2024. This achievement is a testament to our team’s dedication and commitment to ensuring safety and excellence in our operations. …

MAXIMISE TYRE MILEAGE WITH KONECRANES TIRE SAVER SOLUTION!

Enhance the longevity of your tyres with the Konecranes Tire Saver solution by increasing your truck’s turning radius, ideal if you don’t require frequent tight-space maneuvering. With a single kit, you can boost productivity, reduce rubber waste, and extend tyre replacement intervals, …

PATERSON SIMONS CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REPORT 2024

Paterson Simons & Co. (Africa) Ltd., upholds a firm commitment to maximising local resources, demonstrating a strong dedication to social causes. The company’s Corporate Social Initiatives encompass strategic partnerships, educational support, healthcare contributions, and international exchange programs. Through these initiatives, …

DID YOU KNOW THAT FEMALE TENNIS PLAYER JASMINE PAOLINI RECENLY MADE HISTORY AS FIRST TENNIS PLAYER OF GHANAIAN HERITAGE TO REACH WIMBLEDON FINAL?

Jasmine’s mother, Jacqueline, is of Polish and Ghanaian descent, originally from Łódź. Her maternal grandmother, who lives in Łódź, is Polish and her maternal grandfather, who lives in Copenhagen, is Ghanaian. Jasmine Paolini is a two-time major finalist, reaching the …

THE PEOPLE OF PATERSON SIMONS: SPOTLIGHT ON BEN NTUMY – A DECADE OF DEDICATION AS FINANCE MANAGER AT PASICO GHANA!

Ben Ntumy, Finance Manager at Pasico Ghana has been an important part of our subsidiary for the past 13 years. Starting his journey as a Treasury Manager, Ben transitioned to his current role in September 2018. His career at Pasico …

YOUR PORT SERVICE PARTNER FOR EXPERT RTG CRANE DELIVERY AND COMMISSIONING IN WEST & CENTRAL AFRICA

Paterson Simons specialises in the delivery and commissioning of Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes ensuring seamless integration into port and terminal operations across West & Central Africa. Our meticulous port solutions process encompasses offloading, commissioning, testing, and endurance testing, each …

EXTEND THE LIFETIME OF YOUR HYDRAULIC OIL WITH THE KONECRANES HYDRAULIC LONG-LIFE FILTER

Extend the lifetime of your hydraulic oil with the Konecranes Hydraulic Long-Life filter!   Cost Savings This innovative filter allows you to extend the life of your hydraulic oil up to 12,000 working hours—nearly three times longer than traditional filters. …

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE TAKORADI PORT IS THE OLDEST HARBOUR IN GHANA, DATING BACK TO 1928?

Did you know that Takoradi’s port is the oldest harbour in Ghana? The Takoradi Harbour, located in the Western region of Ghana, is situated in the industrial district of Sekondi-Takoradi. It is Ghana’s oldest harbour, having been commissioned for business …

KONECRANES LIFT TRUCKS’ MOST POWERFUL ELECTRIC FORKLIFT E-VER, NOW IN A NEW WEIGHT CLASS WITH MODELS IN THE 18-25 TON RANGE!

Global trends are clear: to combat climate change, everyone must actively contribute to building a low-carbon future. Konecranes Lift Trucks has consistently led the way in eco-efficient solutions, with their Ecolifting concept driving continuous progress. Konecranes Lift Trucks proudly presents …

PASICO CHAMPIONS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS!

In a bid to foster a healthy and happy workplace, Paterson Simons & Co. (Africa) Ltd (PSAL) dedicated the last week of May to promoting mental health well-being among its employees. The week-long initiative, driven by the commitment and enthusiasm …

MAXIMIZE YOUR LIFT TRUCK EFFICIENCY WITH THE KONECRANES AUTOMATIC GREASING SYSTEM

Reducing maintenance time and costs is always beneficial. So, why not ensure the main greasing points of your lift truck are automatically lubricated? The Konecranes Automatic Greasing System provides direct lubrication for a wide range of Konecranes lift trucks. This system …

DID YOU KNOW THAT TERBERG’S HISTORY DATES BACK TO 1869? THAT’S WHEN JOHANNES BERNARDUS TERBERG ESTABLISHED A BLACKSMITH’S FORGE IN THE VILLAGE OF BENSCHOP

Did you know that Terberg’s history dates back to 1869? That’s when Johannes Bernardus Terberg established a blacksmith’s forge in the village of Benschop, near Utrecht in the Netherlands, a legacy carried on by subsequent generations. In 2019, the Terberg …

PATERSON SIMONS PARTICIPATES IN TRANSPORT EVOLUTION WEST AFRICA 2024

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary of Paterson Simons, recently participated in the Transport Evolution West Africa (TEWA) conference, held at the Accra Conference Centre from June 5th to 7th, 2024. TEWA, a prominent transport event co-located with the West African Mining & Power …

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE PATERSON SIMONS UK TEAM FOR RECENT WINS IN THEIR ASSOCIATION OF ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS (AAT) EXAMS!

A few members of the Paterson Simons Brighton Head office team have recently excelled in their Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) exams! The AAT Qualification is a practical, 3-year qualification which looks into both the functional side of accounting, in addition to …

SAFETY FIRST: PATERSON SIMONS SUPPORTS NATIONAL FORKLIFT SAFETY DAY!

Paterson Simons proudly supports National Forklift Safety Day, which is observed annually  in the UK and USA on the second Tuesday in June, falling on 11 June this year. Organised by the Industrial Truck Association, this initiative brings attention to a critical …

PATERSON SIMONS THEORY & PRACTICAL GROVE TRAINING FOR TECHNICIANS BASED IN TAKORADI

Paterson Simons organized comprehensive theoretical & practical training on Grove cranes, for our Takoradi based engineers. Theoretical training was provided at our Takoradi Training Centre, while practical training on Grove cranes, was conducted at Mobicrane, a rental company in Takoradi. We extend our congratulations …

PATERSON SIMONS COMMISSIONS & DELIVERS 22 MANITOU ME450 5T ELECTRIC FORKLIFTS TO COCOA MARKETING COMPANY GHANA LIMITED (CMC)

Pasico Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of Paterson Simons, commissioned & delivered 22 x Manitou ME450 5t Electric Forklifts to Cocoa Marketing Company Ghana Limited (CMC). This delivery follows our recent Manitou factory training for operators from CMC in Ancenis, France. These Manitou electric forklifts will expand …

HARNESSING TECHNOLOGY: REMOTE ACCESS ENHANCEMENTS FOR KONECRANES LIFTTRUCKS

We are among the first couple of Konecranes Lift Truck dealers who have now adopted the use of Konecranes Remote Access, enabling communication with the Master Display unit (MD4) in Konecranes Lifttrucks machines. This innovative remote access capability allows us to remotely …

INSTALLATION OF TRELLEBORG CYLINDRICAL FENDERS & BOLLARDS AT PORT CUSTOMER IN GHANA

Paterson Simons recently facilitated the installation of Trelleborg Cylindrical Fenders & Bollards at a port customer in Ghana. The scope of this project encompassed several tasks including fixing anchor bolts into concrete for the anchor plates, fitting the chain system and support …

THE TRUE SIZE OF AFRICA: DID YOU KNOW THAT AFRICA IS BIGGER THAN IT LOOKS ON MOST MAPS OF THE WORLD?

Did you know that the Mercator projection, commonly used in maps, distorts the relative sizes of countries, making regions near the equator, like Africa, appear much smaller than they are? Africa, the second-largest continent, covers 30.37 million square kilometres and can fit …

APPOINTED PERSON TRAINING AT PASICO GHANA’S TRAINING CENTRE IN TEMA

Good and well trained crane operators and riggers are not the only prerequisite to successfully complete safe lifting operations. A busy lifting site may cover a wide area and involve third parties and vehicles directly connected with the lift or …

PATERSON SIMONS SUCCESSFUL BESPOKE TRAINING FOR A MINING CUSTOMER WHO RECEIVED THEIR FIRST MODERN PINNED BOOM ALL TERRAIN CRANE – THE GROVE GMK6300-1!

Paterson Simons recently delivered a Grove GMK6300-1 to a mining customer. This was their first modern pinned boom all terrain crane. The customer’s operators had experience with fixed lattice boom crawler cranes and full power boom rough terrain cranes but were not familiar …

ELIMINATE BLIND SPOTS WITH KONECRANES REVERSE CAMERA KIT!

Have you ever wanted to have clear visibility behind your lift truck while reversing? Konecranes’ reverse camera kit offers a solution by eliminating blind spots, enabling drivers to maneuver large loads safely and efficiently. The camera provides a wide field of …

PASICO GHANA AWARDS FULL SCHOLARSHIPS TO TWO TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS!

Pasico Ghana  has granted full scholarships to assist two Takoradi Technical University (TTU) students. Emmanuel Williams, a second-year Mechanical Engineering student, and Lawrencia Asiamah, a third-year Electrical Engineering student, will receive a full scholarship package to TTU. This financial aid …

PATERSON SIMONS GROUP CONDUCTS TRAINING FOR NEWMONT AHAFO NORTH COMMUNITY MEMBERS, AT OUR TAKORADI TRAINING CENTRE

Paterson Simons Group recently hosted comprehensive training sessions at our Takoradi Training Centre, tailored specifically for the Newmont Ahafo North community members as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The various training courses included: Mobile Crane, Forklift, Elevated Work Platform, …

NEWMONT ACKNOWLEDGES PATERSON SIMONS TEAM AS SAFETY CHAMPIONS!

The Paterson Simons team, dedicated to the Newmont Ahafo South contract were honoured as Safety Champions for the month of November 2023. The evaluation criteria for this award included: Housekeeping Critical Control Verification (CCV), which encompasses: -Ensuring the completion of the Risk …

THE PEOPLE OF PATERSON SIMONS: MEET EMMANUEL EVUIBI – SENIOR SERVICE ENGINEER AT PATERSON SIMONS NIGERIA!

Meet Emmanuel Evuibi, Senior Service Engineer at Paterson Simons (PSAL), serving on our Nigeria team for the past six years. Starting as a Junior Service Engineer, Emmanuel swiftly ascended to the role of Senior Service Engineer, owing to his exceptional …

MAXIMIZING CRANE SAFETY: UNDERSTANDING THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF A2B CABLES

Pasico Ghana currently have stock of the A2B cable, as this is a critical component of the crane’s safety system. If the cable is damaged the crane can only be operated through bypassing the safety system. Operating the crane with the system …

SHIELD YOUR ASSETS: COMBAT SPARE PARTS FRAUD FOR EQUIPMENT, BUSINESS, AND CUSTOMERS!

A study conducted by the OECD and the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) revealed that counterfeit and pirated goods represented approximately 2.5% of global trade in 2019. According to the US Chamber of Commerce, the global economy suffers losses exceeding …

PATERSON SIMONS PROUDLY SHOWCASES FRANNA’S PRESENCE AT ELEVATED HEIGHTS!

Corporate giveaways like woolly hats aren’t typically practical for us in West & Central Africa, but this time an employee found the perfect use for one. During a recent holiday, Mark Chiocca, Plant Sales Manager at our Brighton Head Office, …

PATERSON SIMONS CONDUCTS MANITOU FACTORY TRAINING FOR COCOA MARKETING COMPANY GHANA LTD (CMC) OPERATORS IN ANCENIS, FRANCE

In February, Paterson Simons conducted Manitou Factory training for operators from Cocoa Marketing Company Ghana LTD (CMC) in Ancenis, France. This training precedes the delivery of 22 x Manitou ME450 5t Electric Forklifts to CMC, scheduled for April this year. These forklifts …

WE OFFER APPROVED KONECRANES-ACCREDITED INVERTER REPAIRS

Konecranes Inverters lie at the heart of their world-leading RTGs. The precise movement of the cranes is safely and intelligently controlled through these hard-working components. In process cranes like RTGs, these inverters that simplify the motion of the crane, are …

PATERSON SIMONS ATTENDS KONECRANES LIFTTRUCKS DISTRIBUTORS CONFERENCE IN DUBAI

Paterson Simons recently attended the Konecranes Lift Trucks Distributors Conference held in Dubai. This event brought together distributors from the Middle East and Africa region, offering valuable updates from Konecranes and shared insights from fellow distributors. The conference provided an excellent opportunity …

SAVE COSTS & UP PRODUCTIVITY INSTANTLY WITH KONECRANES INNOVATIVE FLOW DRIVE SOLUTION!

How would you like to save up to 35% of the fuel cost running your Lifttrucks? How does a reduction of up to 35% in emissions sound to you? Would you like to increase productivity, instantly?   Improve your Reach …

THE PEOPLE OF PASICO GHANA: MEET GODWIN AWADZI!

Godwin Awadzi, an esteemed member of the Pasico Ghana team based in Takoradi, has an impressive 29-year tenure with the company. His journey within Pasico Ghana (a subsidiary to Paterson Simons) showcases his dedication, adaptability, and continuous pursuit of excellence. …

PASICO GHANA & TRELLEBORG RECENTLY CONDUCTED A JOINT VISIT TO MERIDIAN PORT SERVICES AND GHANA PORTS & HARBOURS AUTHORITY

Trelleborg and Paterson Simons recently conducted a joint visit to Meridian Port Services, (MPS), Tema and the Harbours Authority (GPHA) ports in Tema and Takoradi. Trelleborg Marine Systems supply fenders and other products through the Paterson Simons Group into Ghana. Paterson Simons supply ports across …

PATERSON SIMONS ATTENDS THE INVESTING IN AFRICAN MINING INDABA 2024

Paterson Simons was in attendance at the 2024 Investing in African Mining Indaba held in Cape Town from February 5th to 8th. The Mining Indaba is a premier event dedicated to advancing the capitalization and development of mining ventures across Africa. We …

PRIORITIZING SAFETY: KONECRANES OVERHEAD GUARD – SAFETY CAGE ENHANCES THE SAFETY OF EMPTY CONTAINER HANDLER OPERATORS

Enhancing the Safety of Empty Container Handler Operators: In dynamic operational environments, lift trucks face various potential incidents, including unfortunate accidents. The Overhead Guard – Safety Cage from Konecranes deals with the significant damage that could be caused by an …

DID YOU KNOW THAT IN 1962, ALIMAK REVOLUTIONIZED THE APPROACH TO RACK-AND-PINION VERTICAL ACCESS SOLUTIONS BY INTRODUCING THE FIRST RACK-AND-PINION-DRIVEN CONSTRUCTION HOIST?

Did you know that in 1962, Alimak revolutionized the approach to rack-and-pinion vertical access solutions by introducing the first rack-and-pinion-driven construction hoist? And in 2001, Alimak merged its operations with the Dutch company Hek, which has been producing industrial elevators, …

KONECRANES GOTTWALD MOBILE HARBOUR CRANE LUFFING CYLINDER REPLACEMENT FOR WEST AFRICA CONTAINER TERMINAL IN ONNE, NIGERIA

Paterson Simons recently completed the replacement of a luffing cylinder for a Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Crane (MHC) at the West Africa Container Terminal in Onne, Nigeria (WACT). Luffing, in the context of crane operation, refers to adjusting the crane’s …

GREAT TO CATCH UP WITH ANDREW PARTRIDGE FROM TERBERG!

It was a pleasure reconnecting with Andrew Partridge from Terberg during a recent visit at our Brighton Head office last month. Since 2012, Paterson Simons has proudly served as Terberg distributors. The Terberg brand is renowned for its robust industrial automotive equipment, …

GPHA TEMA TEAM VISIT TRELLEBORG MANUFACTURING FACILITY IN QINGDAO, CHINA

In October 2023, the GPHA Tema team, visited Trelleborg’s Qingdao-based manufacturing facility in China. This visit was part of a sale plus installation of over 100 pieces of fenders, made up of MV300, ANP300, ANP500 and SCN1400 models at the Tema …

INTRODUCING THE FR17 C: AN AFFORDABLE AND COMPACT YARD CRANE FROM FRANNA!

Franna® is thrilled to introduce the FR17 C, a budget-friendly and compact pick-and-carry crane designed for various applications, especially in city, yard, and industrial settings where space is at a premium. With a short turning radius of 6.77 meters, the …

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE THREE UNFILLED TRIANGLES IN TRELLEBORG’S LOGO SYMBOLIZES THE EXPANSION OF THE GROUP & REPRESENTS THE GROUP’S FOUR CORE VALUES?

Created in 1994, Trelleborg’s logo has a personal meaning for the Group. Did you know that the three unfilled triangles in Trelleborg’s logo symbolizes the expansion of the group and represents the Group’s four core values of: customer focus, performance, innovation …

KONECRANES ENGINE SHUTDOWN ADDS VALUE BY SAVING YOU FUEL!

Save with Konecranes Auto Engine Shutdown: Konecranes Intelligent Electronic Machine Control (EMC) system monitors the lift truck’s vital components and functions. Its settings are programmable to adjust to your needs.  It can be linked with Konecranes’ TRUCONNECT Remote Monitoring and reporting system. …

PATERSON SIMONS CONDUCTS COMPREHENSIVE RISK ASSESSMENT AND CHEMICAL SAFETY TRAINING FOR ENGINEERS IN NIGERIA

Recently Paterson Simons organised a thorough training session on risk assessment and chemical safety for our team of engineers based in Nigeria. The training was held at the Paterson Simons Nigeria office. The focus of the training was on elucidating the …

PASICO GHANA CONDUCTS INTERNAL THEORY TRAINING FOR OUR CIT INSPECTORS AND TRAINERS, IN GHANA

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary of Paterson Simons, recently conducted internal theory training for our CIT Inspectors and Trainers in Ghana. This training was the ISO 17020 Conformity assessment, covering: Requirements for the operation of various types of bodies performing inspection and Inspection …

TECHNICAL TRAINING & FACTORY VISIT AT THE KONECRANES LIFTTRUCKS FACTORY IN MARKARYD, SWEDEN FOR GHANA PORTS AND HARBOURS AUTHORITY & PASICO GH ANA

Konecranes Lifttrucks recently hosted a two week visit for Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), representatives from the Paterson Simons UK Head office and from our subsidiary Pasico Ghana. This consisted of comprehensive technical training sessions for the GPHA team. The team …

PASICO TEAM SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE INSTALLATION OF KONECRANES OVERHEAD CRANE AT VOLTA RIVER AUTHORITY THERMAL PLANT IN ABOADZE, NEAR TAKORADI IN WESTERN REGION OF GHANA

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary of Paterson Simons, in the latter part of 2023 completed an installation of a 62T/15T Konecranes Overhead Crane (OHC) at Volta River Authority (VRA) thermal plant in Aboadze, Ghana. This is the second Konecranes Overhead Crane we have installed at …

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE FRANNA NAME COMES FROM ‘’FRANCIS AND ANNA’’ WHICH IS THE FAMILY NAME OF THE COMPANY FOUNDER AND HIS WIFE?

Did you know that the name Franna comes from “Francis and Anna” which is the family name of the company founder and his wife? In 1978, Dave Francis developed the first pick and carry crane, from truck components. In 1986, …

PASICO GHANA DELIVERS KONECRANES SMV20-1200C FORKLIFT TO EKO SUPPORT SERVICES LIMITED IN THE LAGOS PORT COMPLEX, NIGERIA

On October 3rd 2023, Pasico Ghana successfully commissioned and delivered a Konecranes SMV20-1200C Forklift to Eko Support Services Limited in Nigeria. This Konecranes Forklift is the latest addition to Eko Support Services Limited’s equipment fleet, which already includes three Konecranes Forklifts (32T, …

REGIONAL SALES ENGINEER FOR ENGLISH SPEAKING WEST AFRICA

  -Extensive travel with the role being based in Tema/Takoradi -Competitive salary and bonus package -Full-time / Permanent   We are seeking a Regional Sales Engineer to seek and develop opportunities for lifting equipment plant sales and associated services within …

PASICO GHANA & KONECRANES PROUDLY SUPPORT KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL IN GHANA!

Pasico Ghana & Konecranes recently supported Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital’s Breast Cancer Unit, by purchasing an Ultrasound Scanner for the Hospital. Ultrasound scanners are non-invasive, safe, affordable diagnostic tools. In breast cancer care, they are crucial for the early detection and diagnosis of …

INTRODUCING BERNARD QUARTEY: A JOURNEY OF DEDICATION AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AT PATERSON SIMONS

Meet Bernard Quartey, a dedicated and valuable member of the Paterson Simons family for an impressive 25 years, having joined the company in May 1998. Bernard commenced his journey with us as a data/stores supervisor at the Pasiguard Factory. His …

PASICO GHANA ATTENDS THE 9TH ANNUAL LOCAL CONTENT CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION IN TAKORADI, GHANA!

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary of Paterson Simons, recently attended the 9th Annual Local Content Conference and Exhibition (LCCE) from 21 to 24 November 2023,  held at the Best Western Atlantic Hotel in Takoradi, Ghana. Hosted by the Petroleum Commission, Ghana, this …

PASICO GHANA SUPPORTS TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY THROUGH PURCHASE OF NEW LABORATORY EQUIPMENT!

On the 30th November 2023, John Traynor, Henry Lyne, and Moses Essel Ahun from Paterson Simons & Pasico Ghana visited Takoradi Technical University (TTU) to present the university with a cheque to purchase equipment for their new laboratory. During this visit, the team …

CELEBRATING RECENT ACHIEVEMENTS WITH LEADERSHIP MANAGEMENT INTERNATIONAL & PASICO GHANA!

Paterson Simons is dedicated to continuous staff training and development. In support of our team members Isaac Blankson and Daniel Baako at Pasico Ghana, (a subsidiary of Paterson Simons), we engaged the expertise of our longstanding training partner, LMI South Africa. Together, …

MOBICRANE, KONECRANES & PATERSON SIMONS: A SUCCESS STORY

Mobicrane is a family-owned business with well over two decades of experience renting out lifting equipment in Ghana, Western Africa. In the coastal town of Takoradi, they provide cranes and lift trucks mostly to mining, oil and gas, and construction companies. …

MR. GEORGE VICTOR OKOH PASSES ON

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of George Victor Okoh (GVO) which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 2nd August 2023.  We remember with gratitude the incredible life that has now passed. GVO’s passing is a huge …

SUCCESSFUL TRAINING FOR A MAJOR MINING GROUP IN WEST AFRICA CONTINUES

Our training for a major mining group in West Africa continues. This training is conducted through Pasico’s Certification, Inspection and Training Division (CIT). Pasico Ghana is a subsidiary company of Paterson Simons. We will be conducting various operator training ranging from Rigger, Mobile Crane, …

PASICO GHANA TAKES PART IN THE UK-GHANA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (UKGCC) SPORTS JAMBOREE!

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary company of Paterson Simons, took part in the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Sports Jamboree, held on 25th February 2023 at the Burma Camp Sports Complex, Accra – Ghana. This was a competitive sporting event exclusive to …

SUCCESSFUL TRAINING FOR A MAJOR MINING GROUP IN WEST AFRICA BY PASICO’S CERTIFICATION, INSPECTION AND TRAINING DIVISION (CIT)

Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary company of Paterson Simons, recently carried out practical and theory training for a major mining group in West Africa.  This training was conducted through Pasico’s Certification, Inspection and Training Division (CIT). We will be conducting various operator training …

MEET ISAAC BLANKSON: TAKORADI SERVICE PLANNER AT PASICO GHANA!

Isaac has worked at Pasico Ghana, a subsidiary company of Paterson Simons, for 5 years. Initially hired as a translator proficient in French and English, he provided valuable language support during Grove training sessions organized for customers in Ghana, Burkina …

New lifting equipment deliveries in Ghana

Grove Crane Rebuild

Many customers opt to rebuild rather than re-purchase, as it is an economical alternative to extend a crane’s life. Pasico Ghana’s crane engineers completely rebuild the crane, from the bare frame to a new paint job

GPHA JCB Teletruk’s Biggest Customer in the World

Perseus Mining approached Pasico Ghana to assess a Grove GMK and the likelihood of a rebuild.