Located in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, the Atlantic Canada Bulk Terminal (ACBT) has undergone a transformation to adapt its facilities to the evolving needs of the offshore wind industry. This evolution is
Located in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, the Atlantic Canada Bulk Terminal (ACBT) has undergone a transformation to adapt its facilities to the evolving needs of the offshore wind industry. This evolution is vital for future Canadian Offshore Wind developments, such as Nova Scotia Wind West. Consequently, the terminal has shifted from a facility dedicated exclusively to the steel industry and material storage to become one of the most important strategic hubs in the North Atlantic.
Sarens, a leader in heavy lifting, engineered transport, and crane rental services, identified this opportunity early on. Sarens worked directly with the port owner to adapt Atlantic Canada Bulk Terminal to industry requirements. This involved ensuring the quayside could facilitate safe operations for the loading and unloading of wind turbine blades and massive offshore foundation piles, some of these components exceeding 1,900tons in weight and 100 meters in length each.
As a first step, the Sarens engineering team conducted a ground study to guarantee that heavy machinery could be positioned without the risk of subsidence or unwanted displacement. Subsequently, a large-capacity crawler crane was mobilized to the site, rigged with a "Superlift" tray to balance the weight. Through sophisticated load-bearing mitigation, the team achieved optimal
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