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Alpha Welding and Boat Repair, Inc. has taken delivery of a Liebherr LRT 1090-2.1 rough-terrain crane to support operations in the remote region of Alaska and the Aleutian Islands. The 100-U.S.-ton crane will be used for various projects, including construction, fishing vessel modifications and repairs and lifting fishing gear and related equipment.
According to the company, the crane’s increased lift capacity and reach will allow work to be performed on docked ships without needing to rotate them, improving efficiency for operations at Dutch Harbor.
“This crane is by far the newest and most advanced piece of machinery to come to the island in decades,” said Ian Bagley, president of Alpha Welding and Boat Repair, Inc. “It will be a tremendous asset to local businesses and building projects in the future.”
Founded in 1990, Alpha Welding and Boat Repair has grown from a small welding shop into one of the largest locally owned fabrication businesses in Western Alaska. The company provides welding, fabricating, machining, commercial fishing boat modifications and boat and dock repair services. It operates out of Dutch Harbor, the nation’s top fishing port by tonnage.
The decision to purchase the LRT 1090-2.1 was based on Liebherr’s customer service and the crane’s capabilities, both considered vital for a machine operating in such a remote location.
The Liebherr LRT 1090-2.1 was developed with jobsite safety in mind. It includes an outrigger monitor that automatically detects support status and integrates with the crane’s control system. The VarioBase variable support system offers added flexibility and can increase lifting capacity in confined spaces.
The crane is also equipped with a 154-foot telescopic boom that uses Liebherr’s rope pull technology. This telescoping system enables rapid extension to any boom length using a two-stage hydraulic cylinder with a rope extension mechanism. Operators can choose between two telescoping paths for either increased lifting power or maximum boom length.
