CEER Res Omnia Completes Complex Potain MDT 809 Installation at Borgo Roma Hospital in Verona

Meagan Wood
Jan 19
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CEER Res Omnia has completed the challenging installation of a Potain MDT 809 tower crane at Borgo Roma Hospital in Verona, Italy. Mounted on a custom lattice structure 44 metres above ground, the crane will play a critical role in lifting structural components for a long-term hospital retrofitting and seismic enhancement project running through 2028.

Supporting a Major Hospital Retrofitting Project

CEER Res Omnia, a long-standing Potain partner, has successfully installed a Potain MDT 809 tower crane at the Borgo Roma Hospital construction site in Verona, Italy. The crane will support an extensive hospital retrofitting programme, including structural consolidation and seismic upgrades, scheduled to continue through 2028.

The installation was carried out under complex conditions, with the crane positioned at rooftop level to operate within a highly constrained and active hospital environment.

Crane Configuration and Capabilities

High-Capacity Lifting at Height

The Potain MDT 809 was mounted on a metal lattice structure approximately 44 metres above ground level. The crane was configured with 20 metres of mast sections and a 45-metre jib.

As one of the most powerful models in the Potain tower crane range, the MDT 809 offers a maximum lifting capacity of 40 tonnes, with 20 tonnes available at the jib tip, making it well suited to the heavy and precise lifting demands of the project.

Custom Lattice Structure and Engineering Design

Repositionable Crane System

A critical element of the installation was the design and construction of a custom metal lattice structure capable of supporting the crane while allowing it to be repositioned across four different locations during the course of the project.

The structure was engineered and fabricated by CIMOLAI, a specialist industrial group focused on large-scale steel construction. The system incorporates a custom-designed metal trolley, enabling controlled relocation of the crane as work progresses across the hospital complex.

Crane stability and load paths throughout all operational phases were analysed in detail by Manitowoc’s Lift Solutions department, working in close collaboration with Gianluigi Consolaro, Service Director for Manitowoc in Italy, and Vincenzo Bassi, Owner of CEER Res Omnia.

Installation Execution Under Tight Constraints

Precision Assembly in Restricted Conditions

Assembly operations began in mid-September and were coordinated by Imola Gru, another long-standing Potain partner. Despite severe space restrictions and challenging logistics, the crane installation was completed in approximately four working days.

Carefully sequenced truck deliveries enabled progressive unloading and assembly, ensuring efficient workflows while maintaining high safety standards throughout the operation.

Project Team Perspectives

Collaboration and Expertise

Vincenzo Bassi, Owner of CEER Res Omnia, highlighted the company’s approach to complex lifting projects.

“This operation fully reflects CEER Res Omnia’s philosophy, which approaches every project with a focus on innovation, safety, and professionalism. Owning and managing machines of this scale allows the company to maintain complete control over every operational phase—from planning to commissioning—offering our clients excellent service for any lifting requirement.”

Luca Salomoni, team leader of the assembly crew, added:

“This was a demanding yet highly rewarding assignment. Installing a crane of this magnitude on a lattice structure at rooftop level is an uncommon undertaking. The logistical constraints, limited space, and need for absolute precision presented significant challenges. The collaboration among all parties was exceptional, and witnessing the crane completed and rising above the skyline was a gratifying culmination of our efforts.”

Role in Hospital Upgrade Works

Lifting for Seismic and Structural Enhancements

The Potain MDT 809 will be used to lift and position metal frameworks, reinforcement elements, and structural components essential to the consolidation and seismic strengthening of the Borgo Roma Hospital complex, ensuring continuity of healthcare services during the multi-year construction programme.

About CEER Res Omnia

CEER Res Omnia is an Italian lifting and crane specialist with extensive experience in complex tower crane installations for construction, infrastructure, and industrial projects. As a long-standing Potain partner, the company is known for its technical expertise, innovative engineering solutions, and focus on safety and operational control throughout all phases of crane deployment.

Website: https://www.ceerresomnia.it

About Potain (Manitowoc)

Potain, a brand of the Manitowoc Company, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of tower cranes. The company offers a comprehensive range of top-slewing and self-erecting cranes designed for efficiency, precision, and reliability across demanding construction environments.

Website: https://www.manitowoc.com/potain