The demolition of the 180-foot crane was undertaken by Global Rigging & Transport (GRT) and organized by SSA International (a stakeholder of the port in San Juan). Essential to any crane toppling is the creation of the drop zone (the area where the crane falls). The videos show the installation of gravel on the ground, strategically placed to cushion the fall and to reduce damage to the container yard.
GRT has a long history with the crane, as they have moved it three times. It fits in only three ports in the world. Built in 1981, over its 37 year history the crane is estimated to have lifted around four million containers.
GRT has a long history with the crane, as they have moved it three times. It fits in only three ports in the world. Built in 1981, over its 37 year history the crane is estimated to have lifted around four million containers.
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