26-ton Mazak E500 — Offloaded and positioned before 10am.

IMS was instructed to handle the installation of a 26-ton Mazak E500 CNC machine that had been shipped from Sweden. The requirement was to offload the machine, move it into its designated position within the facility and prepare it for final anchoring to the floor.

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Given the size and weight of the machine, careful planning and the correct handling methods were essential to ensure safe movement and accurate positioning. The project required a coordinated approach to ensure the installation could be completed efficiently and within a tight timeframe.

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Scope of Work:

• Offloading of the 26-ton Mazak E500 from delivery transport
• Movement of the machine into the workshop environment
• Controlled positioning into its final location
• Preparation for anchoring including marking out for core drilling
• Ensuring correct alignment and placement ready for final fixing

The machine was successfully offloaded and positioned into its final location by 10am, allowing the client to proceed immediately with floor marking and core drilling for anchoring. This efficient turnaround ensured minimal delay between delivery and installation, helping to keep the project on schedule.

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The structured and controlled approach taken by IMS ensured the machine was handled safely at all times, reducing risk and maintaining full control throughout the process. Accurate positioning meant no rework was required, allowing the installation process to move forward without disruption.

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This project highlights IMS’s ability to deliver fast, efficient machinery installations without compromising on safety, ensuring high-value equipment is installed correctly and ready for operation as quickly as possible.