Project Case Study 1
Engineering Support for ESS Remote Handling Hoists
Project Overview
Role
Scope
Key Value
Status
Crane Specialist Consultant
Design, manufacture, testing & commissioning support for 7 remote handling hoists
Ensured design continuity and safety compliance during manufacture
Ongoing
Client
Sector
Location
European Spallation Source (ESS)
Nuclear Research Infrastructure
Lund, Sweden (Main Site)
Asturias, Spain (Manufacturing Site)
Summary
DSK Engineering provides specialist engineering oversight supporting the manufacture, testing, and commissioning of seven remote handling hoist systems for the European Spallation Source (ESS) nuclear research facility.
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Daniel Kelly originally served as Technical Lead during the design phase of the hoist systems prior to founding DSK Engineering, providing continuity of design intent as the project progresses into manufacture.
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In this role, DSK acts as Crane Specialist Consultant, supporting manufacturing teams, reviewing design changes, and ensuring the safety-critical lifting systems remain compliant with project requirements and applicable lifting standards.
CAD model of bolt-on shear steps designed by DSK.
Key Contributions
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Acted as Crane Specialist Consultant, maintaining design intent and safety compliance.
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Supported the manufacture, testing, and commissioning of remote handling hoist systems.
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Reviewed and approved design modifications during manufacture.
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Responded to technical queries from manufacturing and test teams.
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Produced and reviewed engineering documentation including FAT procedures, O&M manuals, and design substantiation reports.
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Defined special testing requirements for safety-critical lifting operations.
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Updated drawings and CAD models to reflect approved design changes.
Client Benefit
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Maintains continuity between design and manufacturing delivery.
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Ensures safety-critical lifting systems remain compliant.
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Provides rapid engineering support to resolve manufacturing challenges.
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Protects the technical integrity of the original design.
Remote handling hoist being loaded to test station
Client Testimonial
"In the ESS remote handling systems project, Danny combined solid technical knowledge of lifting equipment with a quick, solution‑focused mindset. He also showed a strong ability to develop new concepts, creating solutions for areas that require remote handling operations."
Srdjan Vareskic
Work Unit Lead
European Spallation Source
