The container tilter system is a fully‑hydraulic, high‑reliability container turnover solution. Driven by its hydraulic power unit, it effortlessly achieves ±90° rotation for fully‑loaded containers up to 35 tonnes, enabling bulk‑material loading and unloading operations. Multiple models are available to match different host equipment, such as reach stackers, forklifts and trucks.
Hydraulic Container tilters
Our 20′, 40′ container tilter is a sectional model designed to ship overseas in a container or domestically on a truck. It is built to be strong with easy, low-cost installation. Our large, fit-together pieces mean that no costly, dangerous, and time-consuming field welding is required, unlike other manufacturers.
Container tilters that can be designed to either load or unload 20 to 40 foot intermodal containers. These can be set up to work with flatbed trailers or a transfer car rail system. The bulkhead retainer, with or without a discharge manifold, can be used to interface with your takeaway system. Our systems are not a “one size fits all”. We will modify our equipment to suit your systems and materials handled. Tilters can be set up to elevate from 30 degrees to 65 degrees.
ZFITA Container tilters may be permanently affixed to a concrete foundation or equipped with a sub-frame for semi-portable operation on a concrete slab. Tilters may be equipped with a scale system for continuous weighing. Bulk loads delivered in intermodal containers are a step to the future.
Core Parameter Comparison Table of 90° & ±90° Container Tilters
| Comparison Items | 90° Container Tilter | ±90° Container Tilter |
|---|---|---|
| Tilt Angle | Adjustable from -10° to 90°, unidirectional tilting | Stepless adjustment from 0° to 180°, bidirectional tilting |
| Load Capacity | Suitable for standard 20ft/40ft containers, matching standard load-bearing | Applicable to containers of the same specification, with reinforced structure for heavy loads |
| Structure Design | Simple frame structure with conventional hydraulic system | Equipped with reinforced rotating bearings and frames, upgraded hydraulic and braking systems |
| Floor Area | Smaller space occupation, suitable for narrow sites | Larger body size, higher requirements for operating space |
| Operating Efficiency | Satisfies single unloading of conventional bulk cargo, moderate rhythm | Continuous flipping operation, ideal for high-throughput ports |
| Main Applications | Container bulk cargo dumping, internal maintenance and cleaning | Bidirectional unloading, omnidirectional box maintenance, double-sided processing |
| Equipment Cost | Lower manufacturing cost, cost-effective | Complex structure, higher overall cost |
| Maintenance Cost | Universal components, easy and low-cost maintenance | More precision parts, slightly higher later maintenance cost |
1）The equipment adopts a joystick to control the operation of hydraulic cylinders, featuring stable turning without slipping or tilting, as well as safety and stability.
2）It is capable of rotating containers, which can be turned to any angle as required, with the characteristics of simple operation, flexible and reliable use.
3）The equipment can be controlled by a remote controller, allowing operators to work away from the turning platform. It also features gentle lifting and lowering, with smooth and free flipping.
4）The equipment is lightweight and flexible to move, enabling the conversion of containers from horizontal to vertical position without the use of large-scale machinery.
5）The equipment adopts hydraulic locks to fix and suspend the turning container.
6）The use of this equipment can improve turning efficiency.
7）This suspended turning machine must be used with a travelling crane; it can also be flipped on-site outdoors with a crane. As long as the equipment can be lifted, it can flip freely, conveniently and quickly.
8）The equipment is characterized by no restrictions on the tilting angle.
Maintenance Cost Composition of Container Tilters Container tilters are mainly hydraulically driven with heavy-duty structures. Their maintenance costs focus on hydraulic systems, transmission structures,
wearing parts replacement, etc.
The 90° and 180° models differ in maintenance priorities.
1. Hydraulic System Maintenance (Highest Proportion) – Expenses for regular replacement, inspection and filtration of hydraulic oil – Replacement and maintenance of hydraulic pumps, cylinder seals, and pipeline joints – Troubleshooting and maintenance of hydraulic valves such as solenoid valves and relief valves – The 180° model has a more complex hydraulic circuit, leading to significantly higher costs in this aspect
2. Rotating and Load-Bearing Structures – Lubrication and maintenance of rotating bearings and gears, with high replacement costs after wear – Weld inspection and deformation correction of the frame and tilting bracket – Debugging of braking devices and replacement of wearing parts
3. Electrical Control System – Calibration and replacement of travel switches and limit sensors – Maintenance of damaged cables, control buttons and operation panels – Inspection and troubleshooting of the PLC control system
4. Wearing Parts and Consumables – Regular replacement of cushion pads and anti-slip wear-resistant base plates – Lubrication and replacement of chains, pin shafts and locking devices – Consumption of consumables such as filter elements and dust-proof seals
5. Labor and Auxiliary Costs – Working hours costs for professional equipment maintenance personnel – Third-party fees for regular safety inspections and nondestructive testing – Indirect downtime costs caused by equipment maintenance Maintenance Differences Between the Two Models 90° Container Tilter: Simple structure with few wearing parts, lower overall maintenance costs, and routine maintenance is sufficient for operation. 180° Container Tilter: Higher precision requirements for rotating mechanisms and hydraulic systems, higher spare parts costs and maintenance difficulty,
needing more frequent professional maintenance.
Questions before model selecting:
For 20ft containers
| Model | Reference photo | Working with | |
| 1 | ZCT-ZM20 |  |
Reach stacker only.
Loading only Standard function: Hydraulic door opening/closing, Hydraulic container locking Optional function: Weighing, Remote control, Side wall or bottom protection |
| https://youtube.com/shorts/uLeLHVDNqPo?feature=share | |||
| 2 | ZCT-ZM/CC20
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Reach stacker or forklift.
Loading only Standard function: Hydraulic door opening/closing, hydraulic container locking Optional function: Weighing, remote control, Container bottom protection |
| https://youtube.com/shorts/-aRXykz8W60?si=49VL50QQ4rGbDFZS | |||
| 3 | ZCT-AZM/CC20 | 
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Reach stacker or forklift.
Loading or unloading Standard function: Hydraulic door opening/closing, hydraulic container locking, Remote control Optional function: Weighing, Container side wall and bottom protection Four oil cylinders for heavy duty. |
| https://youtube.com/shorts/Lw233Vd30xE?si=iOQctBlvXrC5GhBj | |||
| Model | Reference photo | Specifications | |
| 4 | ZCF35-SS |  |
Loading or unloading |
| https://youtu.be/K0Dtmlj65A0?si=GN35XowZhItPsxVj | |||
| 5 | ZCF35-DD |  |
Trucks comes head in front or tail in front, either is OK.
Loading or unloading
Trucks move in only once time till the whole loading/unloading work is done.
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| https://youtu.be/K0Dtmlj65A0?si=GN35XowZhItPsxVj | |||
| 6 | ZCT-ATTL20 |  |
Loading or unloading
Standard function: Manual container locking, hydraulic door opening/closing, Remote control Optional function: Weighing, hydraulic container locking, Container side wall and top / bottom protection Four oil cylinders for heavy duty. |
| https://youtu.be/Y6AV_7XQof0?si=VoZyfPV8k9zNTlHF | |||
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