Based on the product data sheets and site visits, a risk assessment and a schedule were drawn up, after which the team of dismantling specialists was put together and the appropriate working equipment was gathered. After receiving the work permit from the company, we could get started. At the start of the work, it immediately became clear that we were not dealing with "a bit of residual product", but with full pipes.
The following working method emerged to dismantle the pipes. At each separation point, the dismantling specialists took an old bottle, cut it to size, sheathed the separation points and made a hole to fill with dry ice. After a few minutes, this spot had cooled to -35 degrees. The product itself was -11 degrees, became a thick mass again and could be cut. Then the cut area was covered with foil and secured against leakage. The dismantled pipes were professionally emptied, flushed and then taken to authorised processors.
With this method, the pipes could be dismantled quickly, safely & cleanly. The client was very satisfied with DDM's creative method.
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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