27.01.2016

ALE plans 3,400 tonne capacity jib

UK-based heavy lift and transport company ALE has announced plans to build a 3,400 tonne capacity, heavy-duty jib that can fit onto both of its ultra-heavy lift AL.SK190 and AL.SK350 cranes.

The new modular designed jib will have lengths up to 100 metres, be built from S1100QL specialist high yield steel and assembled in different configurations.

ALE’s AL.SK190 and AL.SK350 cranes are designed for the lifting and installation of ultra-heavy loads. They can be equipped with a 4,000 tonne main winch system and a 600 tonne auxiliary quick winch system. For lifts between 4,000-5,000 tonnes a strand jack lifting system will be utilised.
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ALE has announced plans to build a 3,400 tonne capacity, heavy-duty jib that can fit onto both of its ultra-heavy lift AL.SK190 and AL.SK350 cranes.

Ronald Hoefmans, ALE’s technical director said: “The AL.SK cranes have always been designed with a potential for a jib but it has previously never been required. We have received client requests to lift heavier capacities to bigger heights. Our priority is to anticipate future challenges and provide an innovative solution for our clients. The new jib will enable us to achieve this and lift heavy loads to bigger heights with a larger radius. The jib has a unique patented design with a wide strut. It is this special design which will boost the lifting capacity.”

Work on the new jib is expected to start in March and be completed by the end of the year. The first contract will involve lifting modules weighing up to 2,800 tonnes to a height of 65 metres.
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The AL.SK350 in action in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.