“Nothing too heavy, nothing too high.” That’s the bold motto of Sarens, a company with a branch right here in Amsterdam. Since 1920, Sarens has been tackling some of the world’s most challenging lifting and transport projects. They operate around a hundred branches worldwide. Over 4000 people are employed.
Sarens Nederland B.V. is a key player in the Dutch market. They specialize in crane rentals, heavy lifting, and engineered transport solutions. Their clients range from government agencies to construction companies. They also serve the petrochemical industry, energy sector, and mining companies. Even offshore operations rely on Sarens’ expertise.
Here at the Amsterdam branch on Papierweg, Sarens coordinates complex operations. Think about moving massive concrete sections for infrastructure projects. Consider the Amsterdam Central make-over. Sarens played a crucial role.
Back in 2018, the area around Amsterdam Central was redesigned. It gained more greenery and space for pedestrians and cyclists. Even a bicycle shed for 7000 bikes went in under the water. Sarens was brought in by Max Bögl Nederland B.V. to transport and lift concrete sections.
The Sarens crew meticulously planned every move. They had to navigate confined spaces. Live excavation and drilling work added to the challenge. Efficiency was key.
Ground pressure was a major concern in Amsterdam. The permissible limit was only 20kN / m². Sarens used an LTM1130 for loading. A flat trailer handled transport. An AC250 was used for precise placement. To achieve the required ground pressure, they created a substantial plateau. This was made of bulkheads and steel valves.
The task involved transporting and lifting a prefabricated concrete tube. It weighed 28 tons and measured 7m x 2.85m x 1.65m. The crew of five completed the operation safely in about 12 hours.
So, the next time you see a massive object being lifted with incredible precision in Amsterdam, remember Sarens. They are the experts who make the seemingly impossible, possible. Their Amsterdam branch continues to play a vital role in the city’s development. Sarens Nederland B.V. keeps proving that nothing is too heavy and nothing is too high.