Implenia partners with Stirnimann and Potain on Central Malley project in Switzerland
Swiss Implenia rents four Manitowoc Potain tower cranes from Stirnimann for the Central Malley project in Lausanne, an eco-district aiming to promote energy autonomy and meet environmental challenges.
Implenia approached Stirnimann for its effective customer service as a Potain dealer since 1986. Based on precise specifications and lifting requirements, Stirnimann proposed the most suitable crane types and configurations for the site, while also providing valuable input on installation. This close collaboration extended to the client's design office, ensuring a holistic and tailored approach.
“Several factors make this a complex and unique project with building heights reaching 80 m and the location of two towers close to the SBB railway. For these reasons, we needed a reliable partner in whom we could have total confidence in terms of skills and professionalism. The understanding with Stirnimann employees was the icing on the cake,” said Florian Lamy-Rousseau, project manager at Implenia.
Stirnimann’s solution included one Potain MDT 308 and three MDT 389 top-slewing tower cranes equipped with cameras, the Potain Top Tracing 3 interference system, the new Potain CONNECT telematics system, and aviation lighting. The cranes were cofingured as follows:
- Crane 1: MDT 389 on sealing feet (P800) with a 75.02 m hook height and 50 m reach
- Crane 2: MDT 389 on a 10 x 10 m chassis (JM850) with an 89.4 m hook height and 60 m reach
- Crane 3: MDT 308 on a 6 x 6 m chassis (V60) with a 58 m hook height and 55 m reach
- Crane 4: MDT 389 on a 10 x 10 chassis (JM850) with a 94.3 m hook height and 60 m reach
The Potain MDT 389 has a maximum load capacity of 16 t and 3.3 t at the end of the 75 m jib. However, it will primarily handle loads of 11 t at 30 m and 6 t at 55 m. The cranes will operate daily from 7 am to 6 pm, and the project is estimated to last between 24 and 30 months.
Visit the Manitowoc website to learn more about the Potain MDT 308 and MDT 389 top-slewing tower cranes.
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