OIL, GAS AND ENERGY
Off-shore Oil Platform Manufacturing
Problem
Positioning and material fit up for 100,000 lb heavy-wall crane columns up to 96″ diameter.
COMPLEXITY
Approach
Custom 35,000 lb turning rolls and fit up growing line system.
Result
- Crane-less growing operation
- Seamless integration with existing column & boom weld manipulators
- Improved fit up time and weld quality
Growing Lines
IRCO has a portfolio of growing line systems dedicated to pipe, tank, pressure vessel, and tanker cars which reduce manpower and man-hours in material handling, fit up, alignment and provide safety and risk management enhancements. IRCO has established a strong capability in configuring specialized growing lines for both thin and thick-wall applications, including large diameters up 25’.
- Cylindrical segment fit up
- Cylindrical segment alignment
- Mechanized welding integration