Heavy Lift Air Hoist Hire for Caisson Destruct Operation

Customer Specification

A customer undertaking a complex caisson destruct operation required a reliable heavy-lifting air hoist hire solution to support the safe and accurate lowering of internal lifting tools through a deck hatch. The lift involved high-capacity lifting equipment and built-in contingency to avoid downtime.

The specification called for the hire of two 60 tonne pneumatic hoists with a 15 metre height of lift, along with a third unit prepared to the customer’s requirements. This unit was kept on standby with a longer height of lift of 29.5 metres in case the project requirements were to shift during operations. This was to ensure seamless continuity should any issues arise.

Air Hoist Hire Solution

Red Rooster Lifting supplied and prepared two 60 tonne air hoists for the operation. The hoists were deployed to manoeuvre and lower the internal lifting tools through the deck hatch with controlled precision.

To strengthen operational continuity, a fully prepped standby hoist was made available on site. This proactive approach allowed for immediate equipment change-out if required, helping the customer maintain schedule integrity throughout the lift.

Equipment Purpose

The pneumatic hoists were used to:

  • Lower and position two internal lifting tools into their final location within the caisson.
  • Hold the lifting tools securely in place during the destruct phase of the operation.


This arrangement enabled accurate load handling and ensured the lifting tools were safely supported throughout the critical phase of work.

Conclusion – Specialist Air Hoist Hire for Demanding Lifts

Red Rooster Lifting’s high-capacity pneumatic hoists delivered the strength, control, and reliability required for this demanding lifting task. By providing fully prepared standby equipment and technical rigging expertise, Red Rooster supported the customer in executing a complex heavy lift with minimal risk of downtime.

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This project demonstrates Red Rooster’s ability to deliver specialist hoist hire solutions and bespoke support for challenging offshore operations.

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For expert advice on air hoist hire or to discuss your lifting requirements, contact the Red Rooster team today. Our team can provide tailored solutions, guidance on hoist hire options, and rapid support to ensure your project runs smoothly.