Mammoet, a player in heavy lifting and transport, has recently completed the assembly of its formidable PTC210-DS ring crane in Rotterdam. This colossal crane, boasting an impressive 210,000tm capacity with a maximum lift capability of 3,200 tons, stands as one of the cornerstones of the company's extensive fleet. Its purpose: to facilitate the intricate refitting of two offshore wind installation jackup vessels, Wind Orca and Wind Osprey, on behalf of Cadeler.
The mission at hand involves the removal of the existing leg cranes from both vessels, a task that demands precision and engineering excellence. These leg cranes are set to be replaced with state-of-the-art GustoMSC high-capacity cranes, a responsibility entrusted to GustoMSC under contract from Cadeler.
What sets these new cranes apart is their fully electric drive system and a formidable 1,600-ton lifting capacity. This design positions them as ready and capable of servicing next-generation wind turbines, which often exceed 14MW in capacity.
The ambitious refitting project on the Wind Orca and Wind Osprey is scheduled to commence in the third quarter of 2023 and is expected to reach completion by the first quarter of 2024. Dirk Knoester, Senior Adviser at Mammoet, expressed confidence in the PTC210-DS crane, stating, “The PTC210-DS is the perfect crane for this job.” Its versatility, including a relatively compact footprint, 360-degree slewing capability, and the unique ability to switch between fixed and luffing jib modes, ensures optimal efficiency and performance.
Furthermore, the adaptability of PTC cranes, with options for various configurations, allows for tailoring the crane's setup to suit specific project requirements, encompassing different mainboom and jib lengths, fixed or luffing jib modes, counterweight variations, and two ring diameters. This adaptability underscores Mammoet's commitment to delivering tailor-made solutions for a diverse range of heavy lifting challenges.
