A Link-Belt TCC-1200 telescopic crawler crane is being used to remove the existing steel structure and install new bridge sections on US Route 52 in Ripley, Ohio.
The crane has been deployed by Complete General Construction, which is carrying out the project for the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), with equipment provided by Columbus Equipment.
The bridge over Redoak Creek is undergoing a full replacement, with the structure reduced to one lane during construction.
Temporary traffic signals currently manage the flow between US 52 and Cherry Street. The TCC-1200’s main responsibilities are to support the demolition of the old steel bridge components and lift the heavy steel sections for the new structure.
According to Link-Belt, the crane is handling loads up to 20,000 pounds fully rigged.
Throughout the project, the TCC-1200 has operated from both sides of the creek bottom, shifting as alternating bridge lanes are closed to allow for phased demolition and installation.
Its telescopic boom provides the necessary reach to manage steel sections across variable site conditions, while its self-assembly capabilities and modular counterweight system have minimised transport and setup time.
The bridge replacement is estimated at $5.1m and scheduled for completion in autumn 2026.
The ongoing works are part of regional infrastructure upgrades, with the phased approach allowing vehicular access to continue during construction.
The TCC-1200 has a rated capacity of 120 US tons. It has a five-section telescopic boom with a maximum tip height of 211ft and a manual offsetable fly attachment.
The crane is powered by a Cummins QSL9 Tier 4 Final engine, which provides up to 23,408lb of line pull. It also has a tilting, air-conditioned operator cab, safety anchors and the Link-Belt Vision Package.
Its Link-Belt Pulse rated capacity limiter includes live ground-bearing pressure alarms, confined-area lifting capacities and iCraneTrax telematics integration.
The crane uses a modular counterweight system and has built-in self-assembly capabilities. Link-Belt also identifies the TCC-1200 for specialised foundation work, including pile-driving.
