Cranemaster offshore-lifting shock absorbers
Published 30 June 2022; updated 30 September 2026; 3-minute read. Cranemaster combines a shock absorber and passive heave compensator in a unit fitted between a crane hook and its load. Standard units cover loads from 0.5 to 1,600 metric tonnes and strokes from 0.5 to 5 metres; units can be connected in parallel for greater loads or in series for longer strokes. Optional adaptive control allows manual or automatic adjustment during lift-off, splash-zone crossing, lowering and subsea landing.
The page explains that sudden pile runs while driving turbine foundations can create high shock loads, while rough offshore weather narrows the safe installation window. Cranemaster says its certified, tested equipment protects cranes, loads and personnel, extends the weather window, shortens vessel operating time and lowers costs, equipment-damage risk and vessel emissions. It reports experience across more than 50 offshore-wind projects and over 40 years in heavy lifting, and also serves decommissioning, salvage and oil and gas work.
The article cites a Global Wind Energy Council projection of more than 90 GW of offshore wind additions during 2022–2026, with annual installation estimated at 18.1 GW. Availability shown: available. Categories: offshore wind (installation and operations/maintenance) and energy. Linked UN SDGs: 7 and 9. Public contact: Kristian Helland, Business Development Manager, kristian.helland@cranemaster.com. Company: CRANEMASTER AS, Stathelleveien 201, 3961 Stathelle, Norway; cranemaster.com.
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