Sabic Chemicals, Middlesborough

Client: Thompsons of Prudoe
Location: Aromatics Plant 1 & 2,
Project Start: 2019 – 2020

Project Overview

Apollo Cradles were commissioned to provide external access by use of mast climbers to support the removal of 2 vertical stacks with an approximate height of 90m. the mast climbers were used to assist in the removal of asbestos and hazardous materials from the stacks. Existing plant structures & utilities were also removed by use of the mast climbers.

Collaborative Planning

In partnership with Thompsons of Prudoe, Apollo co-developed a tailored execution programme to install mast climbers that would:

  •  Reduce programme time with larger platforms
  •  Minimise structural ties to the building.
  •  Increase overall productivity with increased SWL’s

This seamless coordination reflected Apollo’s ethical & problem-solving leadership and low-impact delivery ethos to achieve the high standard the client required on this project.

Engineering Innovation

With the nature of the site being on a Chemical plant it was essential to reduce the requitement for hot works. Apollo were able to minimise the structural ties and further reduce the need for hot works.

A Category 3 temporary works checks was undertaken with full engineering calculations for all elements of the installation.

The alternative was to use a mixture traditional scaffold and boom type powered access which would have been detrimental to the project in terms of

  • Cost
  • Install & removal times / project programme
  • Platform size
  • Need for a construction hoist

Outcomes

  • 📅 On-schedule delivery with zero operational disruptions.
  • 🔍 Full compliance with LOLER 9.2(B) and thorough examination standards.
  • 👍 Client recognition for professionalism and adaptability.
  • 🛡️ Continuous safety assurance across every work phase.