330-Tonne Tower Crane Installed at Walsall Energy Recovery Facility

Meagan Wood
Jan 27
3 min read

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Marr Contracting has installed a Favelle Favco M2480D heavy-duty luffing tower crane at the Walsall Energy Recovery Facility, enabling high-capacity lifts within a restricted footprint while improving safety and reducing site disruption.

Heavy-Duty Tower Crane Deployed at Walsall ERF

A 330-tonne Favelle Favco M2480D heavy-duty luffing jib tower crane has been delivered and erected at the Walsall Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in the West Midlands, England.

The crane, owned and operated by Australian specialist contractor Marr Contracting, will play a central role in key heavy lifts during construction of the waste-to-energy plant.

Configured for High-Capacity Lifts

Although rated at 330 tonnes, the M2480D is configured on this project with a maximum

lifting capacity of 100 tonnes. Planned lifts include:

A 78-tonne economiser
A 69-tonne boiler drum

Marr says the use of a single heavy-duty tower crane reduces the total number of lifts required on site, supporting improved safety and more efficient execution.

Site-Optimised Crane Installation

The crane was selected to suit the site’s ground conditions while minimising foundation works. Installed within the plant footprint, the crane reduces disruption to laydown areas and supports a more compact construction layout.

An aerial view of the site shows the M2480D positioned centrally, enabling coverage of critical lift areas without the need for additional large mobile cranes.

Supporting a Major Waste-to-Power Project

The Walsall ERF project is being led by Encyclis, with Kanadevia Inova acting as the principal engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor.

Once operational, the facility is designed to:

Process up to 436,000 tonnes of non-recyclable waste per year
Generate approximately 49 megawatts of electricity
Supply power to around 90,000 homes

Industry Expertise Behind the Lift Plan

Steve Ryder, international general manager at Marr, said:

“We are proud to be supporting Kanadevia Inova on the Walsall ERF, where our heavy lifting solution demonstrates how smart crane engineering can make a real difference on complex construction projects.”

Managing director Simon Marr added:

“Drawing on our experience delivering similar large-scale energy from waste and industrial projects in the UK, Australia and the Middle East, we are delivering a safer, more efficient lifting approach, tailored to the project’s specific needs.”

The crane is scheduled to remain on site for at least the remainder of the year.

About Marr Contracting

Marr Contracting is an international heavy lifting, crane, and specialist construction company headquartered in Australia, with extensive experience delivering complex industrial, energy, and infrastructure projects worldwide.

The company specialises in heavy-duty tower cranes, engineered lifting solutions, and bespoke construction methodologies, supporting projects across the UK, Australia, the Middle East, and Asia. Marr is particularly active in energy-from-waste, power generation, petrochemical, and large industrial facilities, where precision planning and safety-led execution are critical.

Website: https://www.marrcontracting.com/

About Favelle Favco

Favelle Favco Cranes is a global manufacturer of heavy-duty tower cranes, known for designing some of the world’s highest-capacity luffing jib and hammerhead cranes. Based in Australia, the company supplies cranes for major infrastructure, industrial, energy, and high-rise construction projects around the world.

Favelle Favco’s cranes are recognised for their high load capacities, modular design, and ability to operate in confined or challenging site conditions, making them well suited to complex projects such as power plants and heavy industrial installations.

Website: https://www.favellefavco.com/

Frequently Asked Questions

What crane has been installed at the Walsall Energy Recovery Facility?

A Favelle Favco M2480D heavy-duty luffing jib tower crane with a 330-tonne rating has been installed on the project.

What major lifts will the crane perform?

The crane will lift components including a 78-tonne economiser and a 69-tonne boiler drum.

Why was a tower crane chosen instead of multiple mobile cranes?

Using a single heavy-duty tower crane reduces the number of lifts required, improves safety, and minimises disruption to site logistics and laydown areas.