St. Johns Ship Building puts new 100-ton Link-Belt rough terrain crane Into service
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Palatka, Fla.-based St. Johns Ship Building<\/a> (SJSB) has now commissioned a new 100-ton Link-Belt <\/a>rough terrain crane, acquired with the support of funding provided through MARAD\u2019s Small Shipyard Grant Program.<\/p>\n The Link-Belt 100RT is fabricated and assembled in Lexington, Ky., and represents a significant step in SJSB\u2019s continued modernization initiative. This advanced heavy-lift crane expands the shipyard\u2019s material-handling and modular assembly capabilities, supporting a growing backlog of both commercial and government vessel programs.<\/p>\n \u201cThe MARAD Small Shipyard Grant Program has been invaluable in helping small and mid-sized U.S. shipyards modernize and compete,\u201d said Joe Rella, president of St. Johns Ship Building. \u201cThe support we\u2019ve received from MARAD has directly improved our productivity, workforce efficiency, and ability to deliver complex vessels for both commercial and government customers. This program truly strengthens America\u2019s maritime industrial base and keeps shipbuilding jobs right here at home.\u201d<\/p>\n The 100RT crane features a five-section, full-power boom extending to 155 feet and an optional tip height of 237 feet, along with Link-Belt\u2019s PULSE 2.0 operating system, real-time telematics, and a modern ergonomic operator cab. The unit\u2019s under-95,000-pound transport weight and one-person fly erection technology make it one of the most versatile heavy-lift cranes in its class.<\/p>\n St. Johns Ship Building continues to invest in new equipment, facility upgrades, and workforce training as part of its multi-year infrastructure improvement plan. These investments align with MARAD\u2019s mission to enhance the competitiveness and long-term sustainability of America\u2019s small shipyards.<\/p>\n The post St. Johns Ship Building puts new 100-ton Link-Belt rough terrain crane Into service<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n