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Saigon International Terminal Vietnam

Saigon Port Rails

Project Details

End User

SITV - Saigon International Terminal Vietnam

Operator

Hutchison Port Holdings

Contractor

MHE-Demag Vietnam Company Limited

Loads

1000 tonne container cranes

Key Benefits

Project on time and within budget. Dedicated team located on site throughout project duration.

Hutchinson Port Holdings is one of the world’s leading port terminal operators with 51 terminals around the globe. In 2009, they picked MHE-Demag Vietnam to supply and install 1412m of Gantrail Crane Rail Systems for the new Saigon International Terminal Vietnam (SITV) situated in Phu My around 80km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. The project, worth US$ 800,000 was completed in August 2010.

The scope of work for MHE-Demag Vietnam included the supply of all materials such as rails, sole plates, epoxy rail grout, rail clips, anchor bolts followed by the full installation of the system including rail welding.

The Gantrail crane rails are installed close to the quay, and laid out such that container cranes (ship-to-shore cranes) can move on them sideways along the quay. Each container crane weighs in at approximately 1000 tonnes, putting enormous pressure on the rails especially when in motion. The clips holding the rails and the overall installation in particular had to therefore be executed with exact precision using the best materials available.

Aims

The main aim of the project was to complete the installation within the timelines and specifications provided by the client.

Timescale

Total crane rail installation time from date of contract signing to project hand over was 13 months. The installation was split into 2 phases (600m +814m) with the main focus on phase 1 since the first STS cranes needed to be installed shortly after installation.

Installation

The installation including rail welding was carried out by MHE-Demag Vietnam. Furthermore, MHE-Demag fabricated all sole plates at their own workshop in Vietnam. The complexity of the project required a mix of both local and overseas sourcing for a broad range of materials. The installation took over a year, well within the schedule set by the customer. This was the first ever crane rail installation in a part completed by MHE-Demag Vietnam using its own resources. The team spent 12 months at the remotely located site and had to face both severe heat and wet days during the rainy season.

After completing the first 600 metres, it was a great sight to behold as the first container crane was loaded on to the rails – all ready for operation! The entire 1400 meters was completed in August 2010 with 6 container cranes operating on the rails. A long and complex job had come to a successful end, and team Vietnam looks forward to the next rail job coming on board.

ROI

By working with MHE-Demag Vietnam in partnership with Gantry Railing Limited, Saigon International Terminals Vietnam can be assured of first – class products, installation and after-sales services.

In addition, Hutchinson Port Holdings can as a global port operator and as part owner of SITV trust that Gantry Railing Limited be available wherever in the world supporting Hutchinson at any site at any location.

Wimbledon Centre Court Roof

Wimbledon Centre Court Roof

Project Details

End User

The Lawn Tennis Association

Operator

The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

Contractor

Street CraneXpress Ltd

Loads

2000 tonnes

Key Benefits

The oldest established Grand Slam tennis tournament can be completed without interruptions from rain.
The beam, rail, translucent cover arrangement allows the cover to be parked so the grass grows well.

Gantrail were subcontractors to Street Crane Xpress who engineered the control technology and mechanical systems, as well as weatherproofing and drainage equipment, for the 5,200 square metre retractable roof over Wimbledon’s Centre Court. This was designed by structural design consultants Bianchi Morley. The roof concertinas so that it can be folded into the ends of the building, and translucent to give the court an open feel when closed.

Gantrail were consulted during the design phase on the best ways of mounting the rails and on the likely deflection of the rails under load. This detail was important for ensuring that the spread of loading between the wheels of the beam end carriages were equally distributed on the four rails. Subsequently Gantrail won the contract to supply and install all the rails and the associated materials.

Aims

Since the first Championships in 1877, the Wimbledon tennis tournament has grown to be the senior Grand Slam tournament with a following of millions around the world. It is the only on played on natural grass and for many years it has been interrupted with rain stopping play. With sporting facilities around the world having stadia with retracted roofs it was time for Wimbledon to act. But the problem of ensuring sound grass growth in sports facilities has been a big problem when sunlight is limited by roof mechanisms.

Timescale

Gantrail were subcontractors to Street Cranes Express. We originally supplied materials for a Mock Up Rail which was built at Stripworth Mills in Rotherham. After successful trials Gantrail were awarded the contract for the supply and install of the complete rail system. This comprised a total of 336 metres of Mrs 87A Crane Rails together with Gantrail 9216/08 Rail Clips and Gantrail MKV11 Crain Rail Pad. The work was completed in time for the Wimbledon Tournament in 2008 after which the installation of the roof itself was completed in time for the 2009 Wimbledon Tournament.

Installation

Gantrail provided supervision, labour, plant, equipment and consumables to install 4 x 84m runs of MRS87A crane rail. The rails were fixed with Gantrail 9216 adjustable clips and mounted on Gantrail Mark VII pad. The rail joints were welded using the puddle or enclosed arc weld method. The rails were installed to the accuracy required in British Standard BS466: 1984 Appendix F.

ROI

The roof was closed for the Wimbledon Opening Event – Centre Court, Sunday 17th May 2009. It was closed in earnest during the first year of its availability although the tournament was fortunately played in fine weather for the majority of the two weeks.

50 years of excellence lead to the launch of the new Gantrail 1 Series

Series 1 Rail Clips

2015 sees international crane rail experts Gantry Railing celebrate their 50th Anniversary year, and it is quite fitting therefore that to mark a half century of innovation, product development and continuous commitment to quality,this year also sees the launch of their latest innovation in crane rail clips – the 1 Series.

Designed to meet the developing market need for a system with a smaller footprint, the Gantrail® team felt that this was an area that they could investigate. And drawing upon their extensive expertise in this area, they spent 2 years researching and developing a new range formation which has now been launched as the Gantrail 1 Series.

Managing Director Malcolm Trigg says “We knew from our ongoing dialogue with designers, engineers and our distributor network, that the market was facing increasing challenges around materials costs. Therefore the need for a smaller clip was clear. However we were also aware that there the forces on rail systems were set to increase. Logic would suggest that to meet increased forces, a larger clip would be needed, but actually the reverse was true. Through ongoing testing we discovered that by amending the design only slightly, we could in actual fact make significant improvements to the performance.”

An interim range of products was launched mid-year which met the requirement for a smaller footprint. But the development team continued working on the product to further improve test results and reduce the size even further.

Malcolm continues “This is a really exciting time for us and the interest already shown in the product is very encouraging. Specific interest has come from our American, Asian, Australasian and European markets. And we also see this as a real opportunity to extend our presence in Central and Northern Africa.”

In addition to the smaller footprint, an impressive range of features and benefits have been engineered into the new design as Stephen Engert, Project Engineer explains. “The new designs offer greater adjustability and reliability, not only in terms of installation but also for ongoing maintenance. New materials have enabled us to produce a clip which will meet the increasing forces put upon crane rail systems with a greater side load capacity and increased lateral adjustment. And specific features such as galvanizing weep holes, new pad retention geometry, a new captive bolt design and new clip cap and base design come together to produce a clip which will not only meet what our clients are asking for, but deliver real added value benefits throughout the life of the crane rail system.”

To download datasheets for the new 1 series visit our Crane rail fixing clips and click each download from the table.

Long service in Dubai

Radha

The latest Gantrail long service award goes to Radha who has been with the company for 15 years. Radha joined the company in 2000 not too long after the operation in Dubai was setup.

Radha joined the company in 2000 not too long after the Gantrail operation in Dubai was setup. For many years he looked after the office on his own supporting Malcolm Trigg, MD, during his regular trips to the region.

Malcolm Trigg commented “We have worked very closely together and I couldn’t imagine anyone more loyal than Radha, without him we could never have kept the operation going. In recent years we have expanded our Dubai base, recently moving to larger office, throughout this time in his capacity of administrator Radha has continued to play a key role, we are very lucky to have found someone of his calibre.”

Rail Work in Dubai

Gantrail’s long standing service and loyalty award recognises two more personnel milestones

Like any business, Gantrail appreciates that a huge proportion of their success comes from the people within the organisation. Gantrail’s long standing service and loyalty award recognises two more personnel milestones.

Andrew Woodward

Andrew Woodward who handles our sales in India and Eastern Europe has celebrated 5 years with Gantrail. He is pictured with here with Managing Director Malcolm Trigg.

Steve Durrant

Steve Durrant one of the senior members of the production team has celebrated 15 years with Gantrail. He is congratulated here by Malcolm Trigg.

Speaking of this, Managing Director Malcolm Trigg said “The new scheme is working really well and it is a privilege for me to be able to formally acknowledge the long service that our great people demonstrate.”