“First we had to completely insulate the 60-ton LUVO,” says DDM project manager Paul Jorissen. “Once that was done, we were able to lift it out and place it on our laydown area with a 500-ton crane. We then insulated and cleaned the flue gas ducts. Large objects of 4 by 4 meters. It contained a number of elements that were not so easy to remove, namely louvre valves and compensators. But the DDM approach means: there will always be a solution. We completed this job safely and under asbestos conditions. And that has resulted in significant time savings.”
While this work was in full swing, the project leader asked the client whether DDM could also carry out remediation work on a parallel heat exchanger project before the shutdown. “We were given 14 days,” says Paul Jorissen. “We worked very hard on this with 25 people. These involved parts that had to be complexly remediated and dismantled, in addition to the regular remediations of valves and the like.”
Finally, DDM carried out the remediation and demolition work on the laydown area. Paul Jorissen: “Everything was completed by mid-June. A project to be proud of. And for the customer a typical example of one-stop shopping; All you have to do is call DDM and your complex project will be carried out from A to Z. Fast, within budget and guaranteed safe.”
The Quality and Health, Safety and the Environment policy is an ongoing process. That is why DDM is continuously working on improving all these areas to keep improving safety levels.
DDM was rewarded with a World Demolition Award in the Civils category.
Removing 5 arch bridges over the Amsterdam Rhine Canal was an intensive job. The schedule was tight and the expectations of all employees were high. But with a joint effort and incredible passion, DDM has successfully removed and recycled the 5 bridges within schedule.
Every year DDM holds a number of safety days to boost safety awareness.
Last year's objectives are evaluated and new objectives are determined. All managers and all operational employees discuss safety, policy and vision together. In addition to all regular training courses, DDM offers workshops and training to all employees during these days to take the qualities of the professionals to an even higher level. Together with all DDM employees, we are working on an increasingly higher safety ethic. Everyone at DDM carries out their work in a safe and healthy manner, with sufficient attention to the environment. And they're getting better at it. This applies to everyone; back to work healthy and safe and back home healthy.
Dow has awarded DDM a certificate for Outstanding Safety Performance.
Following various demolition and disassembly projects that DDM carries out worldwide for Dow Chemical Company, DDM has received recognition for its excellent safety performance during implementation. DDM always continues to strive for a higher level of safety. Safety First! Read below a quote from the letter that DDM received from Dow. “In summary, DDM continues to deliver excellent performance in safely planning and executing all work related to Dow demolition projects. We truly believe that your company's exceptional efforts continue to be a reflection of the leadership and support of you and the entire DDM Management team. "
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