Access Road and Work Platform for a 250-Ton Crane in the Mokotów Business District
Replacing generators in an office building in one of the most prestigious locations in Warsaw, Mokotów, required appropriate logistical solutions. The key challenge was to create an access road for the heavy crane and a work platform on which it could safely operate.
Due to the limited soil bearing capacity, the significant loads generated by the crane, and the need for stable support for its outriggers, it was necessary to use rented road plates that provided a durable and level surface. To this end, Metrum wooden road plates were used, which proved to be effective both as a temporary technological road and as stable bases for the HDS crane supports.
Logistical Challenges and the Need for Road Plates
Execution in a densely built office area, where space is limited, involved many challenges that needed to be addressed for the generator replacement operation to proceed smoothly and safely.
- Surface Stabilization for Heavy Loads – the 250-ton crane required a properly hardened surface to prevent soil settlement.
- Protection of Existing Infrastructure – due to the cobblestone surface and underground elements, it was necessary to evenly distribute the pressure.
- Temporary Nature of the Surface – the solution used had to be quickly installed and removed after the operation without damaging the site.
- Optimal Support for Crane Outriggers – additional stabilization for the crane’s support arms was essential during the lifting of the generators.
Thanks to rented road plates, it was possible to create safe working conditions for the crane and efficiently carry out the entire operation.
Metrum Wooden Road Plates – Road for the Crane and Stable Bases for HDS Supports
To ensure proper load-bearing capacity and surface protection, this project used Metrum wooden road plates, which, thanks to their properties, proved excellent as a temporary access road and a work platform for the crane.
Advantages of Metrum Plates in This Project:
- High Strength – the wood distributes pressure over a larger area, protecting the substrate from damage.
- Flexibility and Stability – they perfectly adapt to the ground, leveling terrain irregularities.
- Quick Assembly and Disassembly – allows for efficient site preparation and restoration to its original state after work is completed.
- Eco-Friendly Solution – wood is a natural material that can be reused multiple times.
These plates served a dual purpose – on one hand as a road for the crane, and on the other as solid bases for HDS supporting legs, enabling stable lifting and installation of the generators.
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Project Outcomes and Key Benefits from Using Road Plates
Thanks to the rented road plates, the entire operation proceeded smoothly and safely, and the office building was equipped with modern generators without the need for time-consuming and costly earthworks.
- Creating a Stable Access Road – enabled safe transport and maneuvering of the crane.
- Safe Crane Operation – stable support prevented the settlement of support legs and allowed precise boom operation.
- No Terrain Damage – the plates protected the office surface and underground elements from excessive pressure.
- Express Assembly and Disassembly – minimizing the time needed for infrastructure preparation.
The use of rented road plates allowed for efficient and seamless project execution in a demanding urban space.
Why Rent Road Plates for Working with Cranes and Heavy Equipment?
Renting road plates is a solution that proves effective in projects requiring a stable base for heavy machinery. Cranes and other specialized vehicles generate very large point loads, which is why temporary roads and work platforms must be made of sufficiently durable materials.
Metrum wooden plates are one of the best solutions for such investments because:
- They Protect the Surface and Infrastructure Elements – minimizing the risk of damage to the existing substrate.
- They Ensure Even Pressure Distribution – preventing soil settlement.
- They Are Quick to Install and Remove – enabling dynamic project execution.
- They Are Suitable for Multiple Uses – making them an economical choice for companies undertaking various investments.
If your investment requires a solid access road, work platform for a crane, or temporary surface protecting the area, contact us and choose the best solution tailored to your needs.
