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Potain tower cranes have been instrumental in the construction of Vancouver’s Broadway Subway Project.

Five Potain tower cranes have been instrumental in the construction of Vancouver's Broadway Subway Project, a transformative $3 billion infrastructure initiative that extends the reach of the city's SkyTrain service.

The fleet includes one MDT 389 L16 and four MDT 219 J10s, and they are supporting the building of new subway stations and other key infrastructure elements along the route.

The 3.5-mi. extension of the Millennium Line promises fast, frequent and convenient SkyTrain service to important destinations, including British Columbia's second-largest job market, major healthcare facilities, an emerging innovation hub and residential communities. It's set to open in 2027 and will feature six new underground stations along the Broadway Corridor.

"The cranes' performance have exceeded expectations, providing the contractor with the confidence and reliability required for a high-visibility project of this magnitude," said Pavel Jamro, business development manager of Cropac Equipment. "The project has reinforced Potain's reputation for solid performance in critical infrastructure projects."

Both tower crane models are topless, enabling a variety of setups along the corridor. The MDT 389 L16 is a high-capacity crane with a 16 ton capacity and a 246 ft. maximum radius. The MDT 219 J10 is a medium-sized crane that excels in urban lifting and has a 10 ton capacity with a 213 ft. maximum radius. CCS (Crane Control System) has enabled ease of use and familiarity for operators, even for complex multi-crane installations. Assembly, erection, transport and maintenance phases are all optimized for productivity.

Cropac selected these cranes for their precision, durability and efficiency. Their operation has been supported by Cropac Equipment's dedicated service team, ensuring uninterrupted progress on the project.

For more information, visit www.manitowoc.com/potain/top-slewing-cranes.

This story also appears on Crane Equipment Guide.

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