Description
A new oil field operator in the UAE entrusted Al Waha Cranes, in partnership with Street Crane (UK), as its preferred supplier for a 12.5‑ton overhead crane. The client required a high‑precision lifting system engineered to handle their critical oil field logistics and heavy maintenance tasks — on time, and without compromising quality.
Al Waha’s reputation as the region’s leading crane specialist and official Street Crane distributor proved decisive in winning their confidence.
Project Scope & Features
Crane Type: Single‑girder EOT (Electric Overhead Traveling) Crane
Capacity: 12.5 tons SWL- ideal for moderate heavy‑duty lifting operations.
Design Features:
- Heavy‑duty steel girder and trolley optimized for oil field environment
- Electrical components rated for harsh, dusty, and possibly hazardous zones
- Advanced VFD controls for smooth motion and precise handling
Crane was custom-engineered to local duty cycles, climatic conditions, and space constraints. Loading hooks, hoist motions, runway speed controls everything was tailored to client needs.
Execution & Delivery
Al Waha’s engineering team managed the complete project lifecycle: from initial site survey and load study to engineering drawings, procurement, installation, rigorous testing, and final handover.
Delivery Highlights:
- Crane delivered and installed within the agreed timeframe
- Third‑party load testing and certification per UAE regulatory requirements (e.g., Civil Defense)
- Operator training provided onsite, along with full documentation and warranty handover
Why This Project Matters
- Chosen as preferred supplier based on proven quality, compliance, and delivery reliability.
- Demonstrated ability to meet industrial specifications for oil & gas sector
- Seamless coordination between UK-based Street Crane technology and local engineering expertise
- Delivered a turnkey solution: design, manufacturing, installation, testing, operator handover, and after-sales support.
Client Outcome
The client received a crane system that reliably meets their oil field operational demands from maintenance lifts to equipment handling with strong safety and uptime assurance.
Al Waha handled everything end-to-end, assuring minimal disruption to operations and full compliance with industrial certifications.
| Feature | Specification |
| Capacity | 12.5 tons |
| Crane Type | Single-girder EOT crane |
| Duty/Speed Classes | Engineered per site operational cycles |
| Controls | VFD drive for hoist and travel motions |
| Certifications | ISO, FEM, UAE Civil Defense load testing |
| Support | Installation, testing, training & after-sales AMC |
Key Takeaway
When precision, reliability, and timely delivery matter- Al Waha Cranes, backed by Street Crane’s global engineering pedigree, delivers. This project exemplifies how targeted crane solutions can elevate operations in critical oil field environments.
