The Requirement

Our client in the energy sector faced a specific technical challenge: safely lifting and servicing large, heavy vent pipes in-situ on the mover. These components were critical to operations and demanded precise positioning and controlled handling during maintenance. The solution needed to deliver maximum lifting strength, operational stability, and exacting compatibility with existing infrastructure—all without compromising safety or downtime.

Options Explored

Hoistech’s engineering team evaluated several approaches to meet the challenge, including:

• Offsite lifting frames with manual positioning systems,

• Retrofit adaptations of existing crane infrastructure,

• A fully bespoke custom goods handling system designed specifically for the vent pipe dimensions and site constraints.

After assessing technical feasibility, safety considerations, and long-term usability, Hoistech and the client agreed on a fully engineered, site-specific vertical lifting system designed from the ground up.

Final Solution Delivered

The final solution was a custom-engineered lifting and handling system with a Safe Working Load of 3000 kg, designed for seamless operation on the mover. Every element of the system—from structural frame to fixing points—was meticulously calculated and specified to ensure precise fit, safety under load, and ease of operation during maintenance tasks. The equipment was manufactured to exact tolerances and delivered ready for integration into the client’s maintenance routine.

Full Delivery Process

Hoistech applied its structured project methodology to ensure a reliable and high-performing outcome:

Enquiry – Initial technical discussion to define problem scope

Technical Brief – Collaborative requirement definition with client’s engineering team

Site Measurement – Precise on-location dimensional and operational assessment

Design – Custom solution modelled in CAD with full load analysis

Build – Fabrication of all components to ISO quality standards

Installation – Delivery and support for on-site integration

Testing – Full functional and load testing of the assembled system

Handover – Operation guide and documentation provided

Preventative Maintenance – Optional service plan to ensure long-term reliability

Key System Highlights

Safe Working Load (SWL): 3000 kg

Application: Lifting and maintaining vent pipes directly on the mover

Design Focus: Custom fit, structural integrity, and operator safety

Controls: Manual and mechanical safety systems integrated

Certification: Built to industrial standards, fully compliant with safety directives

Maintenance: Supported by a structured preventative maintenance programme

The Hoistech Advantage

This project exemplifies Hoistech’s ability to deliver technically complex, custom lifting systems designed for critical infrastructure in the energy sector. From initial concept to final commissioning, we deliver robust, compliant, and site-specific industrial lifting solutions that support safe, efficient maintenance operations.

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