THE BRIEF
Client requested that an access way was required on the side of existing catwalk. The access way had to incorporate significant loading capabilities; and be totally flat level with the top steel of the catwalk.
Client Requirements Summary
- Flat – allowing pipe to be rolled over it
- Load capacity >2Te/m2
- Slip resistant for personnel in transit
- Light weight piece-small assembly
- Quick / easy to assemble by deck crew
The Solution
A solution was devised meeting all the Clients requirements. It was carefully managed to ensure the Clients requirements were not over engineered – as this costs time and money.
The solution we devised uses a simple arrangement with mechanical locking and easily accessible pins (rather than conventional nuts/bolts).
The outrigging steelwork is pinned into position, and infill covers positioned. The covers are all interchangeable, allowing the ease of installation and/or replacement. The benefit of this approach has multiple ‘standard’ parts; not a multitude of ‘unique’ parts that only fit into unique positions.
At-A-Glance
SOME KEY FACTS
THE RESULTS
This represented typical rapid project solution for EP3: fabricating and installing HOLD
EP3 were able to deliver this successful project during the COVID-19 worldwide pandemic; ensuring complete safety of their team and of their stakeholders, no mean feat when considering the operational challenges experienced by the industry during the crisis.
James Allan, Director, EP3 said: “This was rapid solution project that required a very tight delivery however it was one that suited our fabrication and mobilisation capabilities. Our open and proactive communication with our client, stakeholders and supply chain enabled us to deliver this fantastic project during a very challenging time with the global pandemic.”
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