Offshore Crane Replacement

Lean and Optimal Offshore Crane Replacement

Axess Engineering performs turnkey operations for offshore crane replacements. Our goal is to adapt the same goals and work closely with our client. By using a LEAN project management model and optimal method solutions we reduce downtime and costs for our clients. Axess utilise multiskilled personnel with RAT (rope access technique) competence to increase efficiency, reduce POB (personnel on board) and reduce the need for scaffolding. For crane replacement projects we utilise experts within all relevant disciplines from the Axess Group, i.e. competent persons, crane designers, mechanical/hydraulic/electrical/structural engineers and lifting specialists.

Our typical services are the following:

Offshore Crane Studies according to Norsok R-002, appendix B.6
Consultancy services for establishment of the crane specification
Consultancy services for offshore crane purchase
Method studies for offshore crane replacement
Turnkey delivery of offshore crane dismantling:
- Method development and evaluation
- 3D scanning of existing crane
- 3D modelling of existing crane to establish weights and COG
- Prepare lifting plans and work packages
- Structural analysis of lifted objects, landing areas, support structures and for sea fastening/transport.
- Design of custom-made lifting appliances
- Offshore execution:
  - Offshore management
  - Competent person and lifting supervision
  - Multiskilled personnel, i.e. riggers, RAT personnel, mechanics and hydraulic technicians.
  - Diamond wire cutting
  - Complete equipment package for lifting and mechanical work
Turnkey installation of new offshore crane:
- Planning and design and sea fastening/transport of new crane
- Design of custom made lifting appliances
- Design, fabrication and installation of new boom cradle
- Installation of new pedestal adapter
- Alignment and machining of slew bearing flange
- Design, fabrication and installation of new access walkways
- Offshore lifting and installation of new crane in close cooperation with crane supplier:
  - Offshore management
  - Competent person and lifting supervision
  - Multiskilled personnel, i.e. welders, electricians, NDE operators, riggers, RAT personnel, mechanics and hydraulic technicians.
  - Complete equipment package for lifting and mechanical work
- Assistance during Commissioning of crane