Saudi Crane Services (SCS) in Jeddah has completed a major parts refresh on its entire fleet of 28 Grove cranes, extending their working life and improving performance.
The work was carried out using genuine parts from Manitowoc to ensure reliability in harsh desert conditions.
The fleet includes a mix of rough-terrain and all-terrain cranes. The newest machines are nine Grove RT765E-2 cranes built in 2011 and 2012, while the oldest is a Grove RT522 from 1990. Other models in the fleet include RT760E, RT890E, RT880E and a GMK4080 all-terrain crane.
Saudi Crane Services general manager Richard Gandar said the company typically operates its Grove cranes for 15 to 20 years before considering resale or trade-in.
“We typically operate our Grove cranes for around 15 to 20 years before considering resale or trade-in, depending on condition and workload,” said Richard.
He said the decision to refresh the fleet made strong financial sense, particularly as genuine parts were still available to support the older machines.
The scope of work included replacing or upgrading hydraulic and control systems, structural components, booms, air-conditioning units and operator cabs. Each crane took between five and ten weeks to complete, depending on its condition and the level of work required.
“This initiative has significantly extended our cranes’ operational lifespan while improving lifting precision, reducing downtime, and enhancing fuel efficiency,” said Richard.
He said operators had long valued the comfort and performance of the Grove cranes, and the upgrades had further improved the machines.
Since starting operations in 2007, Saudi Crane Services has relied on Grove rough-terrain cranes for their durability and reliability in demanding environments. The cranes are used across construction, oil and gas and industrial applications, including machinery installation and structural works.
The company works closely with local Manitowoc dealer Kanoo Machinery for parts supply and technical support.
“This project demonstrates how proper parts support and planned maintenance can extend equipment life far beyond expectations,” said Richard.
With the refresh complete, the Grove fleet is expected to remain in service for many more years across job sites in Saudi Arabia.