A brand new 700B Series barge mounted E-Crane has come to life at our Port of Iberia facility, showcasing the full capabilities of our Gulf Coast operations. This machine, for Simplot Grower Solutions, was erected completely on-site and then transported to the end user site fully assembled.
Major components arrived by vessel from Europe and were received, staged, and assembled entirely on-site by our team of specialized technicians. With the necessary infrastructure, specialized tools, and experienced personnel in place, our Port of Iberia facility enables us to take a crane from individual components to a fully realized machine, ready for operation. In fact, multiple machines can be staged and assembled at one time, as Simplot was assembled along with another 4000C Series E-Crane.
Once assembly was complete, the crane underwent thorough testing at our facility. Every system was carefully checked to ensure performance, reliability, and readiness for continuous service. This ability to fully build and test equipment before delivery not only streamlines installation at the customer’s site, but also reduces startup time and risk once the crane is put into operation.
From Port of Iberia, the fully assembled crane—mounted on its barge—began the next phase of its journey, traveling by water to the Port of Rosedale. This seamless transition from assembly yard to job site highlights a key advantage of the Iberia location: direct water access that allows us to efficiently deliver large, fully assembled equipment to ports across the region.
For Simplot Company, the E-Crane will serve as the dedicated unloader for inbound fertilizer barges, supporting a consistent and efficient material flow from vessel to shore. With its balanced design, energy efficiency, and proven reliability, it is built to deliver long-term operational value—both for Simplot and for the demanding environment of daily port operations.