UK crane manufacturer extends reach to Dubai

Dubai Crane will carry stock of pre-engineered crane kits from Street Crane, allowing fast delivery to local manufacturers and industrial investors in the UAE. Street Crane will share technical expertise with Dubai Crane so that major crane structures such as gantries and crane beams can be fabricated in Dubai. These structures will then be mated to electro-mechanical systems such as end carriages, carriages, hoists, controls and electrical gear supplied by Street Crane. Stockholding by Dubai Crane will mean prompt delivery for single or double girder cranes of up to 25 tonnes safe working load and up to 30m span. In addition, both companies are collaborating on major infrastructure projects. One such project is the recently completed Emirates Aluminium plant, where 15 overhead cranes have been installed with capacities ranging from three to 50 tonnes. Some of the cranes have auxiliary hoists to assist in the tipping of ladles and all were designed and engineered for intensive use in a harsh environment. Speaking for Dubai Crane, general manager Andy Kay said: "Industrial development in the UAE is such that there will be huge demand for high specification industrial cranes for the foreseeable future. This is especially true of the mid and downstream cluster businesses capitalising on developments at Kalifa Port and the aluminium industry. We are able to meet demands for cranes of up to 300 tonnes safe working load. We will provide whole-life support from the initial evaluation of handling requirements, through the design and installation of the crane, to the support and service of the equipment to ensure a long and efficient operational life." Street Crane's managing director Andrew Pimblett added: "We are delighted to conclude an agreement with such a high profile and well resourced local partner. Local fabrication of major crane elements provides a better service for customers and creates value in the local economy, creating a win-win for all the project partners."