During the construction of the Esperance Tanker jetty, Crossview identified the need for an all-terrain crane capable of handling the precast concrete deck panels and 26 metre-long steel piles. We purchased a Grove 100 ton machine and used it successfully for the duration of that job. Since the completion of the jetty, the crane has become a regular part of our business and is used on work including communication tower erection, boat lifting, raising of new large rural sheds, steel erection, wind turbine components and demolition. Accompanied by experienced drivers and riggers, the crane is offered with a comprehensive range of rigging equipment and can service anywhere in the south of the state. Services are assisted by a new 10 ton Isuzu flat bed truck fitted with a remote control Hiab crane.
Project: Nickel Circuit Demolition
Category: Crane and Rigging
Client: Southern Ports
Duration: 8 weeks
Project Description: Crossview was sub-contacted by CareyMC, the lead contractor on the Demolition of the redundant Berth 2 Mineral Circuit, to prepare and remove the old conveyor. Due to the 16 metre elevation of the conveyor, a major component of this job was completed using Crossview’s 100 ton all-terrain Grove crane.
A Crossview team of 6 experienced riggers and dogmen worked together with CareyMC to ensure all Southern Ports compliance policies were strictly adhered to during project completion. With the demolition situated along-side an operational Sulphur conveyor and adjacent to a busy multi use berth, Risk Management was a high priority. Shipping continued as normal, so traffic control was also a major consideration.
Each crane lift was meticulously planned following strict safety measures, this included dual lifts with another local crane company. Experienced operators ensured these lifts were successfully completed as planned.
The 100 ton crane was also invaluable in the demolition of the berth 2 ship loader.
Project requirements:
- Prepare and remove 220m of conveyor elevated 16m including 7 sections each 21m long and 22 ton.
- Perform dual crane lifts.
- Belt removal.
- Cut out of hoppers and chutes.
- Trestle trimming and modification.
- Removal of transfer and take up towers.
- Work harmoniously with all other Port Operations.
- Risk Management of a continuously changing and evolving site, particularly in regard to working at heights.
