Pile Run Protection
The sudden free fall of a monopile during pile driving, known as "pile run" or "dropfall," is an increasing concern in the industry, especially during hammer installation and in layered soil conditions. These abrupt drops generate extreme snap loads, posing serious risks to both personnel and equipment. A Cranemaster® Shock Absorber offers reliable protection of the vessel crane and lifting gear in case of pile runs, enhancing the safety of monopile installations and extending the lifespan of equipment.
Cranemaster® shock absorber
The Cranemaster® Shock Absorber protects cranes and rigging from snap loads caused by sudden monopile drops during hammering, significantly reducing risks to personnel and equipment. Engineered in collaboration with industry partners, it minimises costly delays and enhances safety during piling operations, ensuring a smoother, more reliable project workflow.
Operational challenges
The sudden free fall of monopiles during pile driving, often due to soil layering and known as pile runs or drop fall, has become a growing concern in the industry. These unexpected drops create intense snap loads, posing significant risks to both personnel and equipment.
Our products
CM1-25T-1000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 25 ton and 1000 mm stroke range.
CM1-25T-1000-B
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 25 ton and 1000 mm stroke range.
CM1-35T-500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) if 35 ton and 500 mm stroke range.
CM1-100T-1000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 100 ton and 1000 mm stroke range.
CM1-100T-1000-HP
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 100 ton and 1000 mm stroke range.
CM1-100T-2500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 100 ton and 2500 mm stroke range.
CM2-50T-3000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 50 ton and 3000 mm stroke range.
CM2-150T-3000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 150 ton and 3000 mm stroke range.
CM2-150T-4500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 150 ton and 4500 mm stroke range.
CM3-25T-3000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 25 ton and 3000 mm stroke range.
CM3-50T-3500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 50 ton and 3500 mm stroke range.
CM3-75T-4000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 75 ton and 4000 mm stroke range.
CM3-75T-4000-DC
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 75 ton and 4000 mm stroke range.
CM3-250T-2500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 250 ton and 2500 mm stroke range.
CM3-250T-4500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 250 ton and 4500 mm stroke range.
CM3-400T-2500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 400 ton and 2500 mm stroke range.
CM3-400T-4200-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 400 ton and 4200 mm stroke range.
CM3-400T-4200-B
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 400 ton and 4200 mm stroke range.
CM3-500T-4500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 500 ton and 4500 mm stroke range.
CM3-600T-3000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 600 ton and 3000 mm stroke range.
CM3-1100T-3000-A
Passive heave compensator / shock absorber with SWL 1100t and 3000 mm stroke range.Passive heave compensator / shock absorber with SWL 1100t and 3000 mm stroke range.
CM3-1000T-4000-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 1000 ton and 4000 mm stroke range.
CM3-1000T-4300-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 1000 ton and 4300 mm stroke range.
CM3-1000T-4300-B
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 1000 ton and 4300 mm stroke range.
CM3-700T-4500-A
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 700 ton and 4500 mm stroke range.
CM3-1100T-4500-B
Cranemaster Unit with a safe working load (SWL) of 1100 ton and 4500 mm stroke range.
CM3-3000T-5500-A
The Cranemaster 3000T-5500-A absorbs energy of the falling hammer and reduces DAF to a manageable level in OW Installations at more challenging areas.
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