Australia, Sydney – M7 Motorway: Complex Dual-Crane Bridge Girder Installation Achievement

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A significant milestone in the M7 Motorway widening project at Eastern Creek has been achieved with the successful installation of two major bridge girders over the Great Western Highway. The operation showcased advanced heavy lifting techniques, utilizing dual crane coordination for precise placement of a 58-tonne concrete structure.

Technical Specifications

Component	Detail	Implementation
Girder Weight	58 tonnes	Concrete structure
Primary Crane	750 tonne capacity	Main lift
Secondary Crane	650 tonne capacity	Support lift
Location	Great Western Highway	Critical crossing
Project Purpose	M7 widening	Capacity increase

Operational Parameters

Element	Specification	Purpose
Span Configuration	Two-part installation	Strategic placement
Lane Addition	Third lane both directions	Capacity enhancement
Traffic Management	Highway crossing	Safety coordination
Lift Coordination	Dual crane operation	Precise positioning
Infrastructure Integration	Bridge widening	Network expansion