SCOPE
Location
CEA were employed to launch the ‘Dual Penetrator’ a 12m long twin hulled catamaran. The project involved the transportation of the catamaran from the boat builder’s yard to Ocean Marina Yacht Club some 40 kilometres away. The project would include three separate lifts.
Rayong, Thailand Chonburi, Thailand Duration 1 Day Catamaran Specifications Width 6.9m Length 12m Height 4.5m Height inc. Trailer
PROCEDURE
4.9m
Two CEA 50 ton cranes working in tandem were used to lift the catamaran, the boat was lifted from its cradle on to four fibre glass support stands. Upon removal of the cradle a CEA multi-axle trailer reversed under the boat, wood chocks and rubber matting were put in place, the trailer was raised and took the weight lifting the boat from its support stands.
Weight 11t Equipment/Services Used 50 Ton crane x 2 Multi axle hydraulic trailer
The trailer and cargo made the short journey across the boat yard to prepare for the second lift. The cranes lifted the boat over the fence and placed it again on four support stands. As before the hydraulic trailer reversed under the boat and took the full weight. After the boat was strapped and secured it made the 40km journey to the marina launch site with the aid of a police escort to ensure safety for all road users.
Hiab truck Spreader beams Slings Ratchet straps Tag lines Police escort
CASE STUDY Dual Penetrator Launch
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DUAL PENETRATOR CATAMARAN LAUNCH
DUAL PENETRATOR CATAMARAN LAUNCH