Conbit Delivers SL900: Transforming Offshore Wind Lifting Operations
Conbit has launched the SL900, a versatile modular lifting system designed to meet the unique challenges of offshore wind projects. Successfully tested last month, the SL900 offers a game-changing alternative to crane vessels and jack-up barges for heavy lifts on offshore substations, such as replacing deck cranes, transformers, or installing heavy boat landings.
The SL900 is tailored to offshore wind operations, addressing the industry’s pressing need for cost-effective and flexible solutions. “With the SL900, we aim to minimize project delays caused by limited vessel availability and high operational costs,” said Conbit’s Operations Manager. “It provides offshore wind operators with an effective, sustainable, and economically viable lifting option.”
Joop de Fouw, Founder and Technical Director, emphasized Conbit’s extensive expertise in engineering and offshore execution as a key enabler of the SL900’s development. “Our team’s decades of experience in designing and deploying lifting systems ensure the SL900 is built to handle the complexities of offshore substations,” de Fouw stated.
Key Advantages for Offshore Wind
- Modular and Transportable: The SL900’s design ensures easy global transport, swift offshore assembly, and adaptability for multiple project specifications, reducing downtime and logistical challenges.
- Proven Track Record: Built on principles refined over 20 years in offshore applications, the SL900 guarantees reliability and precision for operations in challenging environments.
- Versatile Applications: Ideal for critical offshore wind maintenance tasks, including the replacement of large substation components or the installation of heavy equipment.
Since 1993, Conbit has specialized in lifting solutions for offshore environments, particularly where traditional cranes cannot operate. With headquarters in the Netherlands and offices in Houston, USA, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Conbit supports projects worldwide.
The SL900 represents a pivotal advancement for the offshore wind sector, offering a scalable, efficient, and innovative solution to heavy lifting challenges at substations and beyond.
For more information about Conbit’s SL900, visit their website (www.conbit.eu/blog/sl-900-lifting-at-offshore-substation-wind)
