Securing the Structure - Locking Silos in Place After Mechanical Lifting
Week 6 recap: mechanical lifting completed as electrical jacks were disengaged and final adjustments made to secure all three silos.
Project Progress – Transitioning to Self-Supporting Structures
By Week 6, the primary mechanical lifting phase of the project was complete. With the silos now standing at their full height, we turned our attention to securing the structures and transitioning them to fully self-supporting systems.
This stage marked a shift from vertical growth to final mechanical refinement, ensuring long-term stability and structural integrity.
Disengaging the Electrical Jacking System
With Silo 1 and 2 structurally complete, the electrical jacks were carefully disengaged in a controlled sequence. This process requires the same level of precision as the lifting itself.
Each jack is released gradually, allowing loads to transfer evenly into the completed silo structure. Through continuous monitoring we ensure there is no movement or misalignment during this transition.
Final Mechanical Adjustments
Once the jacks were disengaged, detailed checks were carried out across all completed silos. These included:
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Verification of vertical alignment
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Inspection of joints and connections
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Confirmation of bolt torque and fixings
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Review of overall structural stability
Any minor mechanical adjustments required are completed at this stage, ensuring the silos meet design tolerances before moving into final inspection phases.
Silo 3 Begins Its Ascent
While Silos 1 and 2 stood complete, Silo 3 entered its main lifting phase. As it began to rise, it was visually framed by the two fully built silos. This sequencing allows lifting operations to continue efficiently while completed structures remain undisturbed.
Week 6 Summary
Week 6 represented a critical transition point in the project. The successful disengagement of the electrical jacks confirmed the effectiveness of the mechanical lifting system and marked the silos’ move from construction to fully self-supporting structures.
Coming Up in Week 7
The next phase focused on detailed inspections and testing, ensuring all elements met engineering and safety requirements before final access systems were installed.
