Tower Crane Demolition & Rebuild Project in Covent Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

1 What was the scope of the 'Cut & Carve' project in Covent Garden?

The project involved converting a landmark building into an upscale Residents Club, comprising seven separate buildings with an inner glazed atrium and three additional floors. This required demolishing and rebuilding the majority of the building inside the perimeter.

2 What type of equipment did Radius Group deploy for this complex project?

Radius Group deployed a Potain MRH175 Hydraulic Luffer for the project. This tower crane was 45m tall with a 45m jib length and was erected within the building to assist with the demolition phase.

3 What was Radius Group's specific involvement in the Covent Garden scheme?

Radius Group was hired by John F Hunt to assist with the complex demolition phase of the 'cut and carve' job. Their services included providing and operating the tower crane to facilitate the internal demolition and preparation for the rebuild.

4 Does Radius Group offer end-to-end services for challenging urban development projects?

Yes, Radius Group states they offer a comprehensive 'turnkey' service, from initial consultation to project completion. They provide experienced site specialists and an industry-leading technical department for complex projects like this 'cut and carve' scheme.