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MODULIFT FACILITATES MAJOR LIFTING MILESTONE AT HINKLEY POINT C


Specialist lifting equipment manufacturer Modulift is facilitating civil engineering installation works at UK nuclear power station construction site Hinkley Point C. One milestone moment saw the 730-tonne reactor cavity precast pool installed


by Sarens’ SGC-250 (aka Big Carl) using Modulift underslung beams. This lift marked a signifi cant step towards the UK’s fi rst new nuclear power station in over a generation. Bylor, a joint venture of Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O'Rourke, is the


contractor delivering Hinkley Point C’s main civil engineering works. Appointed in 2022 Modulift has delivered bespoke lifting systems tailored to


the unique demands of this major infrastructure project. Sarah Spivey, managing director at Modulift, said: “All lifting equipment is


precisely designed using state-of-the-art engineering technology and Finite Element Studies. By leveraging our engineering expertise and 20+ years of experience in the nuclear sector, we ensure all lifting equipment adheres to rigorous UK compliance standards such as BS EN. We are proud to be part of such a critical energy project”. Artur Osicki, temporary works lead at Bylor, said: “Modulift custom lifting


beams play a crucial role in the ongoing construction of Hinkley Point C supporting the installation of key infrastructure elements. Modulift’s reputation for precision engineering and quality assurance provides us with the confi dence that all equipment complies with regulations for the UK market. “Each custom piece of equipment comes with comprehensive user instructions


ensuring safe and effi cient operations on site.” Once complete Hinkley Point C is expected to deliver zero-carbon electricity to approximately six million homes.


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