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Record-Breaking Achievement: XCMG's 4,000-Tonne Crawler Crane Debuts in Offshore Wind Power Sector
To address the ultra-high, super-heavy, and high precision requirements of the project, XCMG has, for the first time, utilized the XGC88000 crawler crane in luffing jib working conditions. This marks the first instance within the industry that a 4,000-tonne crane has been applied in such conditions.
The installation of the world's longest blade, measuring 126 meters, represents a challenging and critical phase in the entire lifting process. The task is akin to threading a needle at high altitudes, requiring the precise insertion of more than 170 bolts into their corresponding holes in the hub at nearly 150 meters above ground. Additionally, the blade is subject to swaying due to sea breezes during the installation, posing a risk of damage if not carefully managed. These factors combined to make the lifting operation extremely challenging.
The XGC88000 performed reliably, and with the support of auxiliary cranes, the processes of lifting, slewing, centering, and positioning were executed smoothly and efficiently. This operation was accomplished in one attempt and earned unanimous praise from both the project owner and the construction crews.
XCMG is poised to continue its progression towards practices that are high-end, intelligent, environmentally responsible, and service-oriented, all on an international scale. By contributing the world on the green energy transformation, XCMG aims to collaborate with partners worldwide in fostering a sustainable planet.
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