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Because Houston Texas is one of the world’s foremost technology centers for offshore exploration and production, Konecranes’ Houston division has become a valued partner of the offshore industry.
Riser-handling gantry cranes used on semi-submersible rigs have been produced here for shipment all over the world, most recently for projects in China and Singapore.
Downtime on this type of rig can easily run $250,000 per day, and proactive, reliable equipment that makes a difficult job easier is extremely important to those in the drilling industry.
Konecranes’ technically-advanced gantries are designed to withstand extreme wind and storm conditions, and are capable of being secured against significant wind loads, as well as forces created by the sea. They feature a rack and pinion drive arrangement that enables the cranes to maintain positive traction with the rail system while operating on a rig that is constantly in motion.
Our riser-handling gantry cranes have an enclosed control house designed to protect electronic equipment from rain and the highly corrosive salt environment, and provide a safe haven for workers to monitor crane condition and functionality. They can also include remote controls that enable the entire pipe lifting operation to be handled by a single operator working from an elevated position, another significant safety improvement.
Konecranes can convey significant benefits in terms of global support and financial strength on very technical projects. On an order that truly spans the globe, it makes sense to call Konecranes America Inc.
