PROJECT

Marine Rail Crane Integration

SCOPE

Arch Engineers Ltd. provided design support for a rail crane system used to load heavy equipment into a ferry’s engine room. The design had to accommodate tight onboard constraints, including bulkheads, doorways, cable trays, and other existing infrastructure. Arch developed custom connection details to enable smooth rail transitions through confined areas while ensuring structural reliability. Material choices and load capacity were carefully considered to meet operational demands with minimal interference to the vessel layout.

LOCATION

Nelson, British Columbia

PROJECT SUMMARY

Arch Engineers Ltd. provided essential design support for a marine rail crane system to load equipment into the engine room of a ferry under construction. The project posed significant challenges because the rail crane had to navigate existing doorways, bulkheads, cable trays, and utilities within the vessel. Therefore, the team carefully resolved conflicts to ensure the marine rail crane functioned effectively in limited space.

One critical aspect involved designing unique connections that allowed rail sections to smoothly pass through bulkheads and doorways. These custom connections maintained the marine rail crane system’s integrity and functionality despite the ship’s structural limits.

Additionally, the design process focused on selecting and using optimal materials. This ensured the rail system was strong enough to handle heavy engine room loads while adapting to the complex layout. Arch Engineers collaborated closely with the client to develop a rail crane design that met functional needs and minimized disruption to the vessel’s infrastructure.

The result was a highly efficient loading system. Innovative connection designs facilitated the safe transport of equipment within the ship’s confined spaces. Ultimately, this project highlights Arch Engineers Ltd.’s expertise in delivering custom engineering solutions, meeting challenging constraints with precision and ingenuity.

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