A-type Transport Procedure

Transport by truck
Transport by vessel, inland
Transport by vessel, over sea
Transport by shearleg

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Table of contents
1 System dimensions ........................................................................................................................ 3
2 Road transport ................................................................................................................................ 4
2.1 Transport procedure ......................................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Seafastening for road transport ........................................................................................................ 5
2.3 Photographs of road transport .......................................................................................................... 6
3 Transport by inland barge ............................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Transport procedure ......................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Seafastening for transport by inland barge ....................................................................................... 8
3.3 Photographs of transport by inland barge ........................................................................................ 9
4 Transport by vessel over sea ...................................................................................................... 10
4.1 Transport procedure ....................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Seafastening for transport by vessel over sea ............................................................................... 11
4.3 Photographs of the sea fastening ................................................................................................... 13
5 Transport per shearleg................................................................................................................. 14
Appendix A: System dimensions............................................................................................................. 15
Appendix B: Example materials for seafastening .................................................................................. 16

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1 System dimensions
This procedure describes the transport of an A-type Ampelmann system transport via road or via water.
For any mode of transport, it is important to know the dimensions of the system. An overview of the
dimensions and weight of all systems is given in the table below.

Reference is made to Generic lift book, which covers all weights & COGs of all Ampelmann systems.
For auxiliary equipment, please follow the supplier’s lift plan and sea fastening arrangement.

System Height (m) Width (m) Length (m) Weight (mT)

AG25 6.5 6.3 7.2 39

Drawings of all systems in stowed (lifting) position are given in Appendix A. Note that the gangway will
always be in lifting position during the transport, as the system will be lifted on and off the truck or
transport vessel.

Depending on project specific requirements, it is possible that the width, height and weight of
the system deviates from the one indicated above. For example there could be adaptor plates
already fitted underneath the system. Please contact the Ampelmann project engineer to
confirm the dimensions and weight of the system being transported.

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2 Road transport
A- types can be transported by truck for short distances. For example, to bring the system out of the
production hall, or for short transports on the yard.

2.1 Transport procedure

For the transport of an Ampelmann system by trailer, a team of at least 2, preferably 3 operators and/or
engineers are needed to guide the transport. At least one Ampelmann engineer needs to be
accompanying the transport.

Preparation
1. Inform the authorities on the planned transport and check if a police escort is needed
2. Inform the transportation company about the weight and dimensions of the system

3. Do a road survey
a. Check if the road is strong enough to hold the weight of the Ampelmann and trailer
b. Check the road surface for uneven ground, speedbumps etc
c. Check if the road is wide enough for the Ampelmann and trailer. Specifically check the turns, the
truck should have enough space to turn
d. Check if the road is free of obstacles such as:
- Trees / Bushes
- Lamp Posts
- Electricity cables
- Buildings
- Cars (parked)
- Low bridges or other height constraining objects

Before transport
1. Have a toolbox with all parties involved
a. Discuss potential hazards and how these can be mitigated
b. Discuss transport formation (who-does-what?)
c. Agree on a suitable way of communication during the transport in case anything happens (radio,
phone etc.). Test the chosen way of communication
2. Discuss and agree on (suitable) lashing on both the truck and the Ampelmann to
3. Make sure all persons walking on the road are wearing a high visibility vest
4. If possible: close the road for the duration of the transport

During transport
1. Have one person walking in front and one behind the Ampelmann. Their goal is to watch out for
obstacles that could damage the Ampelmann, or which the Ampelmann could damage (such as parked
cars. Previous transports have shown that it is not sufficient to:
a. Have person watching from inside the truck
b. Have a police escort pay extra attention to prevent damage to the Ampelmann
2. Drive slowly; at walking speed and pay close attention to the hexapod and gangway/tip
3. In case of height constraining obstacles, pay close attention to the operator cabin + antenna’s
4. Preferably have a (police) escort car in front and behind
5. Stop the job if needed

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2.2 Seafastening for road transport

This paragraph discusses how to position the system on a truck. Note that the gangway will always be in
lifting position during the transport since the system will be lifted on and of the truck. The system should
be secured sufficiently with chains and/or ratchets before transportation can commence.

When stowed incorrectly, the system and especially the critical bolt connections can deform
severely

A-type
The drawing below indicates how to position an A-type system on a truck. This position is chosen such
that all three legs of the bottom frame are supported by the truck as much as possible.

An alternative way to position an A-type on a truck would be as displayed below. Disadvantage of this
configuration is the fact that the legs of the bottom frame are supported less compared to the previously
described configuration.

Note: the system can either be positioned with the gangway towards the cabin of the truck or towards to
back of the truck. Positioning the gangway towards the aft of the truck would be the preferred option to
minimize wind force on the gangway causing forces on the slewing brakes.

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2.3 Photographs of road transport of an A-type

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3 Transport by inland barge

Distinction is made between requirements for transport via inland vessel compared to transport over sea.
Particularly insurance and seafastening requirements are different. This chapter will discuss transport by
inland barge.

3.1 Transport procedure

Preparation
1. Always check if transport insurance needs to be arranged, refer to document ‘HQ0500 – Charterer’s
Liability Insurance - Manual’ which can be found in the operations library.
2. If insurance is required, please follow the steps on how to get a charter’s liability insurance are described
on the same document ‘HQ0500 – Charterer’s Liability Insurance - Manual’
3. Inform the barge owner about the weight and dimensions of the system
4. Discuss the route with the captain, pay attention to height constraining objects (bridges,…)
5. Discuss loading and unloading locations with the Captain and the yard
6. Ensure the vessel details are received and are discussed with the responsible parties at the port of
discharge. Ensure the depth of the vessel and the availability of quayside at both loading and
unloading ports.
7. Create a stowing plan which includes at least the following items (the carrier usually creates this):
a. System on scale, ensure that the barge is wide enough
b. Gangway, ensure that the gangway is not sticking out and does not collide with parts of the
vessel like beams or the vessels bridge
c. The toolcontainer and HPU(‘s)
d. Pedestal or staircases if required

Before transport
7. Position the gangway at least one meter above ground level when putting it in lifting position
8. Have a toolbox with all parties involved
d. Discuss potential hazards and how these can be mitigated
e. Discuss transport formation (who does what?)
f. Agree on a suitable way of communication during the transport in case anything happens (radio,
phone etc.). Test the chosen way of communication
9. Discuss and agree on seafastening of the system and who will arrange lashing materials

During transport
10. Ask regular updates from the vessel Captain on the ETA, update the yard of arrival accordingly

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3.2 Seafastening for transport by inland barge

During transport of an A-type via an inland barge, not over open water, the system does not need to be
fastened with stoppers, clips or chains as per ‘I-0112 -System transport - friction verification_RevA’.

The following measures should be taken during inland barge transport.

Seafastening the system

Take into account the following points of attention with regards to seafastening of the system
• For an A-type, the lifting slings between the bottom and star frame should always remain in place
during transport.
• Extra friction should be added between the Ampelmann feet and vessel deck. This can be done
by placing plywood or rubber mats to cover the area of the Ampelmann legs. Rubber mats are
preferred since rubber has a higher friction coefficient. The roll of rubber should be at least 1 m2
and 10mm thick.
• Where possible, the tip should be supported and fastened with a ratchet strap. Please refer to
chapter 4.2. on how to support the tip.

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Seafastening of containers and HPU’s

All Ampelmann containers are standard 10ft, 15ft or 20ft containers, their weights vary according to the
different models. The type of power unit that comes along with the system determines the number of
containers that need to be sea fastened. Please liaise with the Ampelmann representative about the exact
number of containers and the weights.

Containers can be placed against bulwark, per container:

• 2 x chain with load binder/lashing lever (length ≥6m, ≥13 mm thickness, MBL ≥20t)
• 2 x D-ring (MBL ≥20t) welded to deck. In case 2 chains are connected to 1 D-ring, then MBL ≥ 36t.
• 2 x small shear stopper
• 1 x ratchet strap to secure container lifting gear, if pre-slung.

In case containers are placed on deck without twist lock locations, per container:
• 4 x chain with load binder/lashing lever (length ≥6m, ≥13 mm thickness, MBL ≥20t)
• 4 x D-ring (MBL ≥20t) welded to deck. In case ≥ 2 chains are connected to 1 D-ring, then MBL ≥
36t.
• 4 x small shear stopper
• 1 x ratchet strap to secure container lifting gear, if pre-slung.

3.3 Photographs of transport by inland barge

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4 Transport by vessel over sea

Distinction is made between requirements for transport via inland vessel compared to transport over sea.
Particularly insurance and seafastening requirements are different. This chapter will discuss transport by
over sea.

4.1 Transport procedure

Preparation
1. Insurance of transport. The steps on how to get a charter’s liability insurance are described in the
separate document ‘HQ0500 – Charterer’s Liability Insurance - Manual’ which can be found in the
operations library.
2. Inform the barge owner about the weight and dimensions of the system
3. Discuss the route with the captain, pay attention to height constraining objects (bridges,…)
4. Discuss loading and unloading locations with the Captain and yard
5. Ensure the vessel details are received and are discussed with the responsible parties at the port of
discharge. Ensure the depth of the vessel and the availability of quayside at both loading and
unloading ports.
6. Create a stowing plan wish includes the following items (the carrier usually creates this):
a. System on scale, ensure that the barge is wide enough
b. Gangway, ensure that the gangway is not sticking out and does not collide with parts of the
vessel like beams or the vessels bridge
c. The toolcontainer and HPU(‘s)

Before transport
7. Position the gangway at least one meter above ground level when putting it in lifting position
8. Have a toolbox with all parties involved
g. Discuss potential hazards and how these can be mitigated
h. Discuss transport formation (who-does-what?)
i. Agree on a suitable way of communication during the transport in case anything happens (radio,
phone etc.). Test the chosen way of communication
9. Discuss and agree on seafastening of the system

During transport
10. Ask regular updates from the vessel Captain on the ETA, update the yard of arrival

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4.2 Seafastening for transport by vessel over sea

For transport over sea the system and gangway tip should be properly seafastened in order to prevent
that the system starts moving during the transport and to prevent to put any loads on the slewing brakes.

Supporting the gangway tip

The gangway is not designed to be transported unsupported. Therefore, the gangway needs to rest on the
tip during transport over sea. Ideally the gangway is supported by wooden pallets or beams in a down-
luffed position. In case needed, the gangway can be luffed downwards by releasing oil from the gangway
manifold, please consult the manual ‘Luffing, Slewing & Telescoping without HPU’.

Please make sure to close off the access to the gangway, since grating can be missing on the transfer-
deck.

Figure 1 - Example showing the gangway supported and strapped down to deck

Seafastening of the system

Needed materials:
• Chains with load binder/lashing lever (length ≥6m, ≥13 mm thickness, MBL ≥20t)
NOTE: do not tighten load binders more than required by Ampelmann rep on site.
o 12 chains for an A-type
o 6 chains for an E-type
• At least 6 x D-rings (MBL ≥20t) welded to deck.
• 9 x shear stoppers welded onto the deck, not on the Ampelmann base. Steel S2-35 with
≥300mm in length, thickness ≥20mm.
Location as per picture below and in accordance with Ampelmann representative.
• Wood to place underneath the system feet of the baseframe
o 3 x wooden board (roughly 3m x 2m) for an A-type
o 30 x wooden beams (100 x 100 x 1500 mm or similar) for an E-type
• Roll of rubber, at least 1 m2, 10mm thick, to cut into pieces and put between Ampelmann system
and chains where necessary. This is to protect the coating of the Ampelmann system.
• Wooden pallets to support the gangway tip and at least 2 ratchet straps to secure it downwards.
Example materials are discussed in appendix B.

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A-Type

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Photographs of the sea fastening

A-type

1. Load binders are secured on shackle already in place

2. D-ring on deck, with two chains per D-ring
3. Shear stopper, welded to deck, not welded to Ampelmann base

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5 Transport per shearleg

Instead of road transport, a much preferred option is to transfer the A- or E-type via floating crane. For
operations using a floating crane and tugboat which maneuvers the floating crane, please ensure the
support (tug) vessel is never sailing under the load in the crane! Please refer to the pictures below for the
correct positioning of support vessel.

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Appendix A: System dimensions

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Appendix B: Example materials for seafastening

Below table indicates equipment that is regularly used for sea fastening Ampelmann equipment. Please
discuss alternative equipment with the Ampelmann representative.

Chain 13mm with load binder / lashing lever

D-rings MBL 20t

D-rings MBL 36t

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