STC pushes boundaries with delivery of two STC HD 260C “Triple Machines” to FLC
Newly developed machine combines 30 tonnes of pulling force at a 28-metre reach with a working depth of 34 metres underwater.
At STC, we are driven by technical challenges. We are therefore extremely proud to announce the successful delivery of two identical, large-scale “Triple Machines” to our valued customer FLC. This project represents the pinnacle of our engineering capabilities and results in a machine with unprecedented performance: the STC HD 260C.
The specification list for these machines is impressive. They have been developed to lift a phenomenal pulling force of 30 tonnes over a horizontal range of no less than 28 metres.
However, what makes this project unique in its class is its extraordinary capacity for maritime operations. The STC HD 260C is fully constructed to operate at a working depth of 34 metres below the waterline.
Heavily modified powerhouse
Although the drive comes from the CAT 395, the machine is built entirely around our own STC HD 260C basic design. However, our engineering team has modified and rebuilt this machine so extensively that it has been given a new STC model designation. The machine has been fully optimised for the heavy, specific requirements of FLC.
To safely control these extreme forces, stability is crucial:
Foundation
The undercarriage is equipped with specially manufactured tracks with a length of almost 10 metres, providing a solid and stable platform.
Balance
The counterweight is a flexible, stackable system of 10 slabs, which together form a total weight of 60 tonnes.
Optimal visibility for the operator
Such performance is only possible if the operator has a perfect overview of the work. Whether working at a great distance or deep underwater, visibility is essential. That is why we have equipped both machines with an advanced cab lift. This offers vertical height adjustment of 2700 mm (2.7 metres), allowing the operator to always optimise their position for maximum control and safety.
The delivery of these two STC HD 260C machines is a milestone that the entire STC team is proud of. We would like to thank FLC for their trust and the challenging assignment. This project proves once again that no technical challenge is too big for us.
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