Crane Relocation

The relocation of a crane, whether it be by land or by water within the same port or overseas, is a very complex and potentially risky operation that requires an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the stresses imposed on the equipment during relocation. It is critical to a safe and successful relocation that the strength and stability of the crane is not compromised. The relocation of any crane is a major engineering project and there are numerous factors to take into consideration when planning a relocation of such a large structure. All of these factors will determine the safest method to be used.

Services

O’Brien Specialist Crane Services provides engineering, planning, logistics expertise and project management for transporting and relocating all different crane types and sizes. Whether the move is from quay to quay within the same port or relocation, to a different port overseas, several methods can be used for the relocation of cranes;

SPMT’s (Self-Propelled Modular Transporter) can be used to move cranes within a port or used during the load-in & load-out to and from a barge or ship

Skidding systems can be used to move cranes short distances on land or used during the load-in & load-out to and from a barge or ship

Barges and ships are used to transport cranes large distances by sea or river

Heavy lift floating cranes can be used in the relocation by lifting the entire crane as one and carrying it to the new location, this can be used for both long and short distances

Alternatively, cranes can be dismantled in situ then transported in small section by road or sea then re-erected in the new location

When transporting by sea our engineers carry out all calculations and planning for the load-out and load-in taking into account ground bearing pressures and quay strength, quay level, water level and tidal range, we will also calculate abnormal stresses that sea transportation can have on the equipment and from this design the sea-fastening required.

Once the crane has arrived in its new location O’Brien Specialist Crane Services can offer complete commissioning and load testing service, this will ensure that a crane is quickly available for operation.

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CASE STUDIES

At O’Brien Specialist Crane Services we pride ourselves on our reputation for delivering project in the safest and most efficient way possible whilst ensuring total client satisfaction throughout. It’s the trust of our clients that has brought us to where we are today. Our case studies of selected previous projects illustrate our commitment to excellence.

VIEW PROJECTS

At all times throughout the project O’Brien Specialist Crane Services management team have provided immediate response, both for safety and technical advice which included additional control measures relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. The management of O’Brien Specialist Crane Services is professional, honest and follows international business practice. I would have no hesitation in recommending this company to other prospective clients.
The Bristol Port CompanyBristol, United Kingdom
O’Brien Specialist Crane Services on behalf Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd assumed the role of Principal Contractor for the project. The works were carried out to the total satisfaction of Liebherr and in accordance with the guidelines and regulations.
Liebherr Container Cranes LtdKillarney, Republic of Ireland
O’Brien Specialist Crane Services performed an outstanding job to demolish four Ship-to-Shore gantry cranes for PACECO in Matson Terminals, Honolulu, Hawaii. PACECO would like to thank O’Brien Specialist Crane Services for there excellent efforts and strong sense of work ethic to complete the project in the most challenging of times. We would highly recommend your services
PACECO CORPCalifornia, USA
A&P has contracted with O’Brien’s since 2004 and have maintained an ongoing relationship. I have found O’Brien’s to be responsive, helpful and diligent in all aspects of their work completing all tasks in a professional and timely manner.
A&P Group Limited
Throughout the Works, O’Brien’s always worked in a collaborative and professional, proactive manner taking safety as a number one priority.
We confirm the experience and strength of O’Brien’s in crane dismantling and we will continue engaging O’Brien’s as our partner in our future endeavours and therefore recommend them to any prospective client.
APM TerminalsBarcelona Spain
The works were carried out excellent, in a safe and professional manner. I totally recommend the services delivered by O’Brien’s.
TPSV Valparaiso Chile
The works were a complete and total success, the job was done in a safe, timely and very professional manner. We were very pleased with the outcome and I have no problem recommending O’Brien’s as a competent, reliable and professional company who has proven their worth to us at the Freeport Container Port.

Hutchison Ports, Freeport Container PortGrand Bahama, Bahamas
The stringent regulations and standards required to operate within our high risk industry is one of the main contributing factors, why Shepherd Offshore has no hesitation in engaging O’Brien’s as their preferred contractor for all Crane Demolition, Dismantling, and Relocation Projects.
Throughout every project O’Brien’s have demonstrated an exemplary standard of hard work, honesty and Health & Safety standards.
Mr Bruce Shepherd O.B.E.Shepherd Offshore

Crane Relocation

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CASE STUDIES

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