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Uptake of modular construction a key driver for Mammoet building the world’s largest crane.
Netherlands-based heavy lift and transport company Mammoet has announced the start of assembly for its latest crane targeting modular construction, the SK6000, which is set to be the world’s largest and strongest land-based crane. This ring crane design is scheduled for assembly completion in the fourth quarter of this year. (main pic: Impression of Mammoet’s completed SK6000)
“This is a thrilling new chapter for Mammoet and modular construction in heavy industry, as we see the SK6000 taking shape,” stated SK6000 project manager Koen Brouwers. “It will offer a hook height, outreach, and lifting capacity far in excess of any crane on the market. We are excited to bring this groundbreaking technology to our customers, helping them achieve their project goals with greater efficiency and more sustainability.”
The SK6000 will have the capability to lift components weighing up to 3,000 tonnes to a height of 220 metres. Its maximum lift capacity, however, will be twice that, at 6,000 tonnes. This significant lifting capability will allow Mammoet’s clients to use much larger components in their modular construction projects, thereby reducing the logistical, integration, and mobilisation stages of these programmes.
The design of the SK6000 is based on the principles of Mammoet’s SK190 and SK350 series. The new crane will offer full electric operation, supporting the transition to clean energy sources and reducing the carbon footprint of major construction projects. The SK6000 is specifically designed for energy-related construction projects, including clean energy initiatives. It will support the development of next-generation wind farms, including offshore wind farm foundation components, and provide new modular construction options for nuclear power plants.
Additionally, the SK6000 will be able to support the oil and gas industry, offering unprecedented economies of scale for both new projects and the expansion of existing facilities. This versatility makes it a significant asset across various sectors.
The assembly of the SK6000 is taking place at Mammoet’s site in Westdorpe, Netherlands. The assembly process is being supported by two 250-tonne Mammoet crawler cranes and a 140-tonne Gottwald mobile harbour crane. The initial phase includes assembling the SK6000’s base frame, power packs, and control room.
