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Reconfigured for a Higher Load
Posted: 11/05/2024
During a planned outage, a petrochemical facility in Texas needed to replace a large tower head—measuring 54' L x 30' W x 30' H and weighing 280,000 pounds. Deep South Crane & Rigging selected a strategic setup location for its 2,500-ton VersaCrane TC-36000 to accommodate both the head lift and additional turnaround work. The lift was initially planned at 350,000 pounds, accounting for tray installation.
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A High Pressure Exchange
Posted: 08/09/2024
Assembling the 1,500T VersaCrane™ TC-24000 off site and moving it via SPMT saved this client 15 days of downtime and allowed the refinery unit to run at full capacity until unit shutdown. During the scheduled outage, Deep South was tasked to replace two coke drums, each weighed 452,800 lbs and were 19’-2” outside diameter and 96’-0” long and were comparable in size and weight to the old drums.
Safety Source: OSHA's Safe + Sound Week
Posted: 08/08/2024
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration's Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event to recognize the successes of businesses that have adopted programs to improve workplace safety and health. This year's Safe + Sound Week will be held August 12-18, 2024, and focus on Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs). Deep South is pleased to participate in this annual event again.
Maneuvering in Tight Spaces
Posted: 07/26/2024
A seemingly routine lift and set of a pump house from the dock onto a barge came to a halt when a client’s crane failed—significantly impacting a task with a tight delivery window.
Fast Response to a Custom Turnaround
Posted: 07/06/2024
When an essential industrial unit targeted for replacement began to fail earlier than expected, a plant operator called on Deep South to help transport and replace key components to support an emergency turnaround.
Multi-Piece Polypropylene System on the Move
Posted: 06/21/2024
A new polypropylene recycling plant in Ohio required a multi-stage transport and lift of multiple modules, process equipment vessels, and various components such as shredders/filters, extruders and candle filters.
Safety Source: Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention
Posted: 06/01/2024
Slips, trips, and falls are far too common in the construction industry. These are preventable incidents with regular inspections, maintenance and training reminders.
A Pool of Possibilities
Posted: 05/15/2024
As part of a high-rise renovation project, the owner needed a 23,333-pound swimming pool lifted onto the roof of a multi-use office and residential building in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The building height is 273.2’ with an upper deck that sits 277.4' above the ground that surrounds the pool.
