A Manitowoc 2250 crawler crane is building one of the largest mineral sand mines in the world in the sand dunes of Senegal.
The 450 tonne-capacity crane at the $570m Grande Côte Mineral Sands Project, north of Dakar, is the largest crane in Senegal.
The 2250, which is fitted with the MAX-ER capacity enhancing attachment, was bought by Grande Côte Operations, the main contractor and mine operator. Jason Eade, lifting services superintendent at the site, says choosing the right crane was a crucial part of the project.
“The crane is integral to the construction so we needed a powerful machine to rely on – and our Manitowoc 2250 is worth its weight in gold,” he says.
“We have been planning these lifts for two years, and it’s great to finally see the crane perform so well. It is working perfectly in demanding conditions and the project is progressing exactly as planned.”
