[INDUSTRY NEWS]
on lifting specialists like Modulift to hoist large prefabricated components in to place. Tilt-up is just one of those methods. It’s a building technique where reinforced
concrete panels are cast on or off-site then hoisted up and tilted into position. These panels become the load-bearing structural components and eliminate the need for perimeter columns. That’s why when Canadian company,
Tilt Wall Ontario won the contract to build a new condo apartment block on the luxury Muskoka Bay Resort, they approached Modulift’s local distributor, Equipment Corps for two new modular spreader beams. The construction company, that specializes
in the tilt-up method, had usually relied on basic spreader beams or bars provided by crane companies but on a recent job had come across Modulift’s spreader beams and was impressed by their versatility. As a modular building company, it didn’t need much persuasion to be convinced of the benefits of a modular product! The Muskoka Bay Resort is located in
Gravenhurst, just north from Toronto and is well-known for its championship 18-hole golf course. Its popularity meant that more luxury accommodation was required, hence the construction of a five story multi-unit residential condo building with a sixth story on the three stair towers for access to the roof. The building was constructed entirely with 381 precast tilt-up concrete panels. The panels’ width ranged from 1.5m (5ft) to over 18m (60ft) wide with weights anywhere from one tonne (3,000lb) to 58 tonnes (128,000lb). Tilt Wall Ontario was keen to use the
Modulift spreader beams again so rather than asking the crane company to provide, the project manager, Ken VanCasteren, approached Equipment Corps direct, who supplied a MOD 50 and a MOD 110. They were used to even the load distribution and to facilitate proper angles on the lifting slings and hardware. Ken VanCasteren said: “We utilized
two different sized beams and between the two, they were used for about 80 to 85 per cent of the picks. We did not adjust the lengths of the beams during the lifting process but instead used the two different beam sizes to allow for quicker rigging changes. From the MOD 110, we went down to an eight-point pick for load distribution and on the MOD 50 we were using a four-point lifting set up.” A Liebherr LG 1750 lattice boom mobile
crane was used for this project, with the added assistance of a 350T mobile crane
16 SEPTEMBER–OCTOBER 2019
to help move some of the concrete panels closer to the LG 1750 for final picking and setting. The LG 1750 carefully lifted the panels
horizontally to the required height and then tilted them upright into place by sliding the wire rope links through the snatch blocks attached to the spreader beam. The Modulift spreader beams are designed to be particularly stable and trusted for this maneuver and are compatible with snatch blocks. The Tilt Wall Ontario team then braced the panels until the permanent structural connections were completed. Ken VanCasteren added: “It was a
pleasure to work with Equipment Corps on this project. When issues or concerns came up regarding the loading and safe working loads of the rigging on some of the heavier lifts, Equipment Corps was quick to respond and review all of the loading calculations to ensure everything was rated properly. The Modulift beams were versatile and easy to get the required spreads needed. The beams assembled easily and were user friendly throughout the project duration.” From construction and oil to mining and
steel, Equipment Corps in Ontario provides equipment to many industries across North America – and over the last 30 years has established itself as the leading provider of industrial construction tools and fabrication equipment. It has been a distributor of Modulift products since 2016. National Sales and Business Development
Manager for Equipment Corps, Luke Habza said:” It’s been a pleasure working with Ken. Liaising directly with the client has meant that even after the construction started, we were able to provide additional support with the lifting calculations. We embraced the opportunity to provide our technical expertise, because while we are more than happy just to provide lifting equipment, we do know how it works as well. Modulift spreader beams really sell themselves to companies who appreciate high quality products and we were pleased to recommend them for this project.” Harshal Kulkarni, Engineering Manager
for Modulift said ‘The versatility of our products, together with them conforming to the highest level of safety standards, means that our products facilitate not only the lifting capacity required for the lift, but our Modulift range of beams also ensure a sufficient amount of standing time until the permanent construction is completed, demonstrating a prolonged period of load suspension which is paramount for projects like this’. y
WIRE ROPE EXCHANGE
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR CONEXPO-CON/AGG AND IFPE 2020
> Registration is now open for the co-located CONEXPO- CON/AGG and IFPE 2020 exhibitions, North America’s premiere events for the construction industries and the fluid power, power transmission and motion control industries. Registering early will save you time and
money and you can take advantage of the best hotel and travel rates available. CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE
2020 will be held March 10-14 in Las Vegas, USA. Register online at www.
conexpoconagg.com and
www.ifpe.com. Both CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE
have already set exhibit space records and will feature industry-leading education programs. Several show ticket options are available, and all tickets include a monorail pass. New for 2020 is the opportunity to mix and match education sessions between CONEXPO- CON/AGG and IFPE for one price. CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE
come around every three years for a can’t- miss event. No other shows bring together as many segments of the construction industries and of the fluid power, power transmission and motion control industries in one place. Attendees will have up-close access to
the leading manufacturers and suppliers, latest product innovations, and knowledge resources to help their businesses thrive. For 2020, The Tech Experience returns with two locations. And the show campus has expanded with the new Festival Grounds for a total of 10 areas to explore. Plenty of show shuttles and hotel shuttles
will run during the event, plus information stands and staff will help attendees easily navigate the show campus. Key insider’s tip: Create a plan for each
day so you’ll be sure to see the exhibitors and products you want to connect with, but also be on the lookout for ones you’ve never heard of! CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE
make it easy to prepare with an interactive online exhibitor directory and a show mobile app that will continuously synch to your online customizable show planner.
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84
