280-Ton Power Transformer Delivered 8,000 Miles
The Challenge
Transporting a 280-metric-ton power transformer required meticulous planning across four transport modes. The transformer's dimensions exceeded standard highway limits, requiring rail transport for much of the inland journey. Shock and vibration monitoring was critical to maintain transformer integrity.
Our Solution
We chartered a heavy-lift vessel with 500-ton crane capacity for ocean transport. At Port of Baltimore, the transformer was transferred to a 36-axle Schnabel railcar for the journey to Ohio. Final-mile delivery utilized a 200-wheel SPMT with real-time shock monitoring throughout.
Project Timeline
Planning
8 weeksRoute surveys, rail coordination, permit acquisition
Ocean Transport
5 weeksAbu Dhabi to Baltimore via heavy-lift vessel
Rail Transport
2 weeksBaltimore to Ohio via Schnabel car
Final Delivery
3 daysSPMT transport and positioning at substation
Equipment Used
Results
- Safe delivery with zero shock events exceeding thresholds
- On-time arrival meeting utility outage window
- Successful commissioning and energization
- Framework agreement secured for future transformer moves
“The shock monitoring and real-time reporting gave us complete confidence that our transformer arrived in perfect condition. Seaway's heavy-lift expertise is unmatched.”
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