Thanks to advanced technologies and proven expertise, SEIK offers tailor-made solutions for the safe and efficient transportation of materials in challenging environments such as hydroelectric plants and mountainous areas. Precision engineering and resistance to extreme conditions make SEIK ropeways a reliable alternative to traditional transport systems. By ensuring safety, fast execution, and low environmental impact, SEIK continues to innovate and optimize every operational phase.
Ropeways for the Energy Sector
The energy sector is a strategic field for SEIK, which excels in designing and installing ropeways for the construction and maintenance of pipelines, dams, and pump-storage systems.
Main applications in the energy sector
- Pipelines
- Dams
- Pump and storage systems
Ropeways for Pipelines and Pump-Storage Systems
Installing and maintaining these systems in mountainous or hard-to-reach areas requires reliable, efficient, and low-impact logistics solutions. SEIK ropeways enable the safe transport of pipes, fittings, and heavy equipment, ensuring rapid operations and reducing the risks associated with traditional methods.
SEIK’s services include:
- Transport of materials and machinery: Safe handling of large pipelines along complex routes, avoiding the limitations of road transport.
- Maintenance solutions: Systems designed to simplify inspection and maintenance, even in remote and difficult-to-access areas.
- Modular installation: Ropeways adaptable to diverse project needs.
- Operational safety: Advanced technologies ensuring reliable operations while minimizing risks to personnel and infrastructure.
Since 1991, SEIK’s experience and innovation have ensured efficiency and safety in the management of these systems, reducing operational costs and optimizing timelines.
Ropeways for Dam Maintenance and Operations
Maintaining dams is essential to ensure the safety and efficiency of hydroelectric plants. Traditionally, sediment removal required halting energy production and lowering the water level. SEIK ropeways enable these operations to be carried out without interrupting plant operations, ensuring continuous energy flow.
SEIK’s services for dam maintenance include:
- Custom design: Ropeways engineered for sediment handling and site logistics.
- Installation and testing: Systems installed with precision and tested for optimal performance.
- Advanced technology: Lifting solutions that minimize operational downtime.
- Low environmental impact: Engineering strategies focused on reducing ecological impact and promoting sustainability.
Success story: SEIK designed an 822-meter ropeway for Illwerke VKW AG in Austria, with a height difference of 120 meters and a 10-ton load capacity. The solution allowed sediment removal without stopping energy production, improving dam efficiency. The system can also recover energy during transport, further enhancing resource optimization and operational sustainability.
SEIK solutions make dam maintenance safer, more efficient, and more sustainable — ensuring long-term optimal performance.
Ropeways for the Construction and Maintenance of Dams
The construction and maintenance of dams requires the constant transport of heavy materials such as concrete, steel, and specialized equipment — often in mountainous areas with limited access. SEIK ropeways offer a strategic solution to optimize construction site logistics, ensuring operational efficiency and minimal environmental impact.
SEIK’s services for dam construction include:
- Custom design: Ropeways tailored to the terrain and the specific requirements of each project.
- Installation and testing: Systems installed quickly and subjected to rigorous testing to ensure maximum performance and safety.
- Advanced lifting technology: Efficient movement of heavy loads over long distances and steep inclines, optimizing both construction time and costs.
- Minimal environmental impact: Solutions designed to drastically reduce the need for supporting infrastructure (excavation, concrete, etc.), minimizing impact on the surrounding ecosystem.
SEIK’s innovation and experience ensure reliable support in dam construction and maintenance, enhancing site safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
