This project details the highly specialized heavy lift logistics required for the successful transport of a massive 90 metric ton Manitowoc Lattice Boom Crawler Crane. Moving this huge piece of construction equipment required advanced hydraulic jacking techniques and a specialized Goldhofer trailer to ensure complete safety and precision.
Why does moving a 90 Metric Ton Crawler Crane demand expertise?
Crawler cranes like the MLC650 VPC MAX are essential for lifting massive loads on heavy construction sites. Because these machines are incredibly heavy and wide, transporting them requires specialized lifting and loading techniques. The width of 5.50 meters exceeds standard lane sizes. This makes standard loading ramps impossible to use.
| Asset Type | Industry | Gross Weight | Max Width |
| Lattice Boom Crawler Crane | Heavy Construction | 90 Metric Tons | 5,500 mm |
Key Cargo Dimensions
What specialized equipment ensured safe transport of the crane?
Standard loading methods are not safe for a 90 ton load with a width of 5.50 meters. We deployed advanced Hydraulic Jacks and a Goldhofer THP/SL modular trailer to securely manage the extreme weight.
Key operational solutions that we provided:
- Precision Jacking Process: Our expert team used hydraulic jacks to carefully lift the crane to a height of 1.2 meters. We then securely rested the massive machine on strong steel supports.
- Trailer Positioning: Once the crane was completely stable on the supports, we positioned the Goldhofer hydraulic trailer directly beneath the load.
- Secure Loading and Offloading: The final step involved lifting the hydraulic trailer deck up to meet the crane. We ensured the cargo was securely loaded and lashed for transport. We repeated this exact same safe process for offloading at the destination.
What key logistical challenges were overcome?
The success of moving critical construction equipment relies on careful planning and execution.
| Key Metric | Complexity of this Project | How Our Team Helped |
|---|---|---|
| Loading Method | No standard ramps could handle 90 tons | Executed a 1.2 meter hydraulic jacking process. |
| Cargo Mass | 90 metric tons | Deployed a Goldhofer THP/SL trailer for safe weight distribution. |
| Equipment Safety | High risk of tipping during lift | Rested the load on engineered steel supports before loading. |
| Turnaround Time | Heavy cranes mean high standby costs | Maximized efficiency to relocate the asset quickly. |
What key logistical challenges were overcome?
This successful operation highlights the deep expertise of Three Lines Shipping in handling technically demanding heavy lift projects. We draw on over 20 years of specialized experience in project logistics. Our dedicated team consistently provides safe and on time solutions for the most complex cargo movements across the region. We ensure that your valuable industrial assets are transported with total precision and operational excellence.