Thomas Lorenz wins contract for the planning of the demolition of a 175m high chimney

Thomas Lorenz and his team are supporting the demolition experts FMD from Weiz with the concept planning and demolition statics. Built in 1966, the triangular mast is supported by high-tension cables on two levels, with the chimney pipes running up alongside and connected to the mast. On the inside there is also an elevator system that has to be dismantled. The mast and chimney together weigh around 400t. It is planned that the demolition will be performed by a 185m high, free-standing, rotating tower crane. Special challenges also exist due to the nearby cycle path, the neighbouring boiler house and that the high mast construction is very narrow.