Customer's Challenge
Our client needs in-situ machining on a 4 x cargo elevator structure of a patented load transfer system for wind turbine installation vessels. This necessity arises from the massive size of the structure and the limited access available to reach the machining surfaces.
Solution
Given the tight tolerances, restricted access space, and stringent deadlines associated with this unique loading system, our field service engineering team embarked on extensive studies and engineering design efforts.
To address the challenges posed by the project, we designed and built two sets of customized fixtures capable of holding four portable boring machines each. This innovative approach significantly reduced the installation time of the equipment, as only two lifts were required to transport the portable machines into each cargo elevator structure.
Furthermore, to ensure the parallelism of the eight sets of bores within the cargo elevator, our engineering team constructed additional boring machines. These machines played a crucial role in ensuring precise alignment before the commencement of the machining process.
Additionally, to accommodate the limited overhead clearance space for machining the bearing pad seating faces, our team developed a “low-profile” XY milling machine. This specially designed equipment allowed us to carry out the machining operations efficiently while maintaining high precision and productivity. Equipped with a Direct Readout Console (DRO), the low-profile XY milling machines ensured minimal errors and optimal machining performance.
Benefits
Through our innovative solutions and meticulous planning, we successfully navigated the complexities associated with the project and delivered results that surpassed the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
By leveraging our expertise and commitment to excellence, we were able to overcome challenges and achieve outcomes that exceeded expectations. We are proud to have played a key role in the project’s success and remain dedicated to delivering exceptional results in all our endeavours.
