Application: Cooling Tower Davit Crane
Customer: Fox Engineering
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Hoist model: Columbia HD2000-1A34-F-01 AC Electric Hoist
Davit Crane Model: Columbia 20AAM with extended mast and boom, wall mount base, upper limit switch
Performance:
- Line Pull: 2,000 pounds on the first layer
- Line Speed: 12 feet per minute on the first layer
Power Source: 115 VAC / Single Phase / 60 Hz
Why APPI:
The Port of Portland’s headquarters at Portland International Airport is renowned for its cutting-edge green technologies, including a LEED® Platinum certification. At the heart of this eco-friendly building is a sophisticated “Living Machine” system – an on-site ecological wastewater treatment process that allows 100% reuse of the building’s wastewater for toilets and the cooling tower.
To maintain this advanced system, Fox Engineering turned to Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI) for a reliable and efficient lifting solution. APPI provided three Columbia 20AAM davit cranes, each paired with a Columbia HD2000-1A34-F-01 AC electric hoist, custom-designed for component replacement and maintenance of the cooling tower.
Key features of the APPI solution include:
- Extended mast and boom design to maintain the required 2,000-pound capacity while clearing fixed obstructions in the landing area.
- High-efficiency planetary reduction in the hoist for improved energy efficiency.
- Cast, machined, and sealed design that minimizes maintenance by keeping all rotating components fully lubricated.
The Columbia davit cranes and hoists play a crucial role in supporting the Port of Portland’s commitment to sustainability. By enabling efficient maintenance of the cooling tower system, these lifting solutions contribute to the overall performance of the building’s eco-friendly infrastructure.
For more information about this cooling tower davit crane solution or any of our other products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc.
