Precast Panel Setting

Over this past week we have been in the process of, setting precast panels. These panels are constructed off site and, delivered to us ready to set into place. These will be used to conceal the retaining wall for cosmetic purposes.

We pick the panels with a 65 ton crane. Here you see the angled rigging to the left of the photo. These are on rolling blocks so when the panels are picked up they won't break in half. (side view)

When we pick panels we have to use two lines, one for the top of the panel (with the round ball at the top and, one line at the back. Once its in the air we are able to disconnect the rigging from the back of the panel.

Here's the panel hanging from one line as, the crane swings it into position.

(Photos curteousy of Smashedthumbs)
This is the first few panels that we set so far. You can see the crane to the left of the photo here. As you can see the wall is getting higher which makes the panel heaver. They can weigh between 5,000 to 11,000 lbs.

Always use a pick plan, BE SAFE!