Lattice Boom Tech Boosts Heavy Lifting Efficiency in Construction

Imagine the challenge of hoisting hundreds of tons of equipment in cramped urban centers or safely installing massive components in remote mining areas. Ultra-heavy lifting operations frequently confront multiple obstacles including space constraints, complex terrain, and enormous load requirements. Sarens lattice boom cranes were specifically engineered to overcome these challenges, establishing themselves as indispensable tools in heavy lifting operations through their exceptional load capacity, adaptable configurations, and ability to perform in diverse working conditions.

Sarens offers an extensive range of lattice boom cranes designed to meet various application requirements. These cranes are typically assembled on-site, featuring unique structural designs that enable extraordinary lifting capacities and exceptionally long boom lengths. The modular construction of these cranes allows for flexible adaptation to project-specific needs. Sarens categorizes its lattice boom cranes into three primary types: crawler cranes, mobile cranes, and ring cranes.

Crawler cranes stand out for their exceptional mobility, capable of moving with loads over short distances—a crucial feature in environments requiring frequent repositioning. Sarens' crawler cranes boast lifting capacities up to 1,600 tons, sufficient for most heavy lifting tasks. Their compact design makes them particularly suitable for operations in limited workspaces, allowing efficient navigation through congested construction sites.

These cranes serve diverse applications including:

• Petrochemical industry: Installation of large reactors and towers
• Power sector: Handling generators and boilers
• Bridge construction: Positioning bridge segments
• Wind energy: Erecting wind turbine components

Mobile cranes include both conventional truck-mounted cranes and specialized heavy-duty configurations. Conventional models serve fixed-location operations with capacities reaching 2,000 tons, capable of handling oversized equipment. Their rapid setup and low operational costs make them ideal for stationary projects. The heavy-duty variants utilize multi-axle truck chassis, offering road mobility with load capacities up to 750 tons, suitable for projects requiring frequent relocation.

Typical applications include:

• Port operations: Container and heavy equipment handling
• Shipyards: Moving hull sections and machinery
• Industrial facilities: Installing heavy equipment and steel structures

The ring crane represents Sarens' flagship technology, with its SGC series ranking among the world's most powerful lifting systems. Featuring circular track designs that enable 360-degree rotation, these cranes combine exceptional flexibility with stability. The SGC series handles loads measuring several thousand tons, capable of executing the most demanding heavy lifts.

Primary applications focus on:

• Nuclear construction: Installing reactor vessels and steam generators
• Refining and chemical processing: Positioning large towers and reactors
• Major infrastructure: Handling bridge and tunnel components

The SGC-250, currently the world's largest land-based crane, delivers a maximum load moment of 250,000 ton-meters and can lift objects weighing up to 5,000 tons. This model has proven instrumental in numerous landmark projects, including the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station development in the UK, where it significantly accelerated construction timelines by handling massive prefabricated components.

While technical parameters vary by model, Sarens lattice boom cranes share several defining characteristics:

• Exceptional load capacities for heavy lifting requirements
• Extended boom lengths for greater operational coverage
• Customizable configurations tailored to project specifications
• Advanced safety systems ensuring reliable operation