PSG Marine & Logistics Welcomes First Grove GRT8100-1 Crane In The UK READ YOUR FREE COPY HERE: https://moveitmagazine.com/2023/11/07/psg-marine-logistics-welcomes-first-grove-grt8100-1-crane-in-the-uk/ Scottish marine services company, PSG Marine & Logistics (PSG), has become the proud recipient of the first Grove GRT8100-1 rough-terrain crane in the United Kingdom. PSG specializes in offering lifting, transport, and logistics solutions to the offshore and marine sectors in the Scottish Highlands, and this new addition to their fleet is set to play a pivotal role in supporting quayside logistical operations for clients in the marine, offshore oil and gas, and offshore wind energy industries. The procurement of this cutting-edge crane transpired during the Vertikal Days 2023 exhibition held in Peterborough, England. PSG boasts a longstanding association with Grove cranes and was particularly drawn to the GRT8100-1 for its efficiency, time-saving advantages, and robust pick-and-carry capabilities. Steve Clark, a representative from PSG, shared his insights on the decision, stating, “We have run a Grove RT600E rough-terrain crane for many years and it has delivered reliable and productive service. In particular, it offers great time savings with its pick-and-carry capabilities. The crane’s performance combined with the excellent support we receive from Crowland Cranes and Manitowoc convinced us to invest in the GRT8100-1.” Crowland Cranes, PSG’s trusted regional Grove dealer, played a pivotal role in facilitating the acquisition of the new crane. Working closely with Manitowoc Cranes UK sales manager Derek Kidd, they ensured the smooth delivery of the latest addition to PSG’s equipment roster. The Grove GRT8100-1 boasts an impressive 100-ton capacity, equipped with a 47-meter main boom and a maximum tip height of up to 72.9 meters when utilizing the optional jib. It stands out as a class leader, offering exceptional load charts. This crane ingeniously combines the broad cab and carrier of the 120-ton capacity Grove GRT8120 with the superstructure of the GRT8100, resulting in improved operational efficiency, easier maintenance, and enhanced jobsite flexibility. Furthermore, it is fitted with a value package, including a 10.1-meter to 17.1-meter offsettable bi-fold lattice swingaway extension, a 360° mechanical positive swing lock, and an Auxiliary Hoist Package. Clark expressed his enthusiasm about the acquisition, saying, “We couldn’t be more excited to be the first company in the UK to receive one of these models and can’t wait to put it to work.” This acquisition is set to further bolster PSG’s capabilities in providing top-notch services to the marine and offshore industries in the Scottish Highlands. #Grove #GRT8100-1 #MoveItMagazine

DP World Antwerp Gateway Welcomes Three New Quay Cranes READ YOUR FREE COPY HERE: https://moveitmagazine.com/2023/04/14/dp-world-antwerp-gateway-new-cranes/ DP World Antwerp Gateway has reached a new milestone in its ambitious expansion and modernisation plan with the arrival of three new quay cranes. These cranes, capable of handling up to 26 container rows on a ship, were constructed by ZPMC and join the existing fleet of 10 cranes at the DP World terminal located on the eastern side of the Deurganck dock. The investment in these new cranes is part of DP World’s €200 million plan to modernise, expand and make the terminal more sustainable, which was initiated in 2019 and supported by the European Commission. The ultimate goal is to offer customers efficient, resilient and sustainable solutions. Dirk Van den Bosch, CEO of DP World Antwerp Gateway, expressed his belief in Antwerp’s position as a global trade hub and gateway to Europe, and the company’s commitment to strengthening the competitiveness of the port and making it the engine of the Belgian economy. He stated that the new cranes will enable the terminal to handle projected volume growth in the years ahead and consolidate its position as one of Europe’s top ports. Jef Lambregts, Expansion Project Manager, added that the terminal has already seen significant improvements since the investment program started in 2019, with the delivery of a new operational building and two automatic stacker crane modules. In addition to the three new cranes, three new automatic modules will be commissioned this year, and two more quay cranes will be added next year to bring the total to 15 ship-to-shore (STS) cranes. DP World is constantly investing in advanced equipment to increase its capacity for enhanced international trade flows. Rolling one crane from the ship to the rail tracks on the dock side takes approximately four to six hours via a special footbridge. The unloading process is precarious and must be done in perfect conditions such as weather, visibility, wind and water level, and takes about a week. After this, the cranes will be connected to the high voltage grid, the movements will be adjusted, and the container registration system will be installed to commission the cranes by the summer. The crane park at DP World Antwerp Gateway is capable of handling the largest container ships in the world, which can transport up to 24,000 containers (TEU). The latest cranes can handle up to 26 container rows on a ship, which is one row more than the current generation of container vessels. DP World’s investment in modernisation, expansion and sustainability will enable it to offer customers industry-leading efficient, resilient and sustainable solutions. Annick De Ridder, Vice-Mayor of the City of Antwerp and President of the board of directors of Port of Antwerp-Bruges: “Port of Antwerp-Bruges is the economic engine of Flanders. That engine keeps running, thanks to the substantial investments made by companies such as DP World. These three gigantic container cranes at the Antwerp Gateway terminal nicely illustrate the growth of the terminal. At the same time, these container cranes, large as they are, also fit nicely with the world port that we are!” #DPworld #Quay Cranes #MoveItMagazine

Palfinger: Safe Life Raft Handling READ YOUR FREE COPY HERE: https://moveitmagazine.com/2023/03/31/palfinger-safe-life-raft-handling/ The Megastar ferry, which carries up to 2,800 passengers and 150 cars between Tallinn and Helsinki, prioritizes safety due to its high frequency of boarding and disembarking. As part of the safety measures, the ferry is equipped with life rafts, which are annually inspected and maintained to ensure their reliability in case of emergency. However, lifting these life rafts off the ferry, which weighs up to half a ton and is located 22 meters above the quayside, within a tight one-hour timeframe is a challenging task. To ease the burden, the Estonian transport company “Sintravella” employs the Palfinger PK 135.002 TEC 7 crane, the first of its kind in Estonia. The crane, with a maximum lifting capacity of 30,000 kg and a reach of 36.6 meters, can handle the life rafts with the help of the fly jib PJ150 E. The crane’s radio remote control allows the operator to maneuver the load easily, while the P-Fold assistance system makes disassembling and folding the crane a breeze. Vahur, the crane operator, finds the PK 135.002 TEC 7 to be an excellent tool for the job. “Every operation so far has completely convinced me of this crane, no matter how complicated the circumstances were at first glance,” he says. With the crane’s help, Vahur and his team successfully unload two of the four life rafts from the Megastar ferry and transport them to the workshop in a short time. #Palfinger #PK135.002TEC2 #MoveItMagazine

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