High-Capacity Twin Hoists Powering a Landmark in the Toronto Skyline

Project Overview
160 Front Street West is a 46-storey commercial development in downtown Toronto, developed by Cadillac Fairview and constructed by PCL Construction. Once completed, the tower will reach a height of 240 meters (787 feet), making it the twelfth tallest building in Canada. The project is a striking addition to the city’s skyline and a showcase of modern engineering and design.

Customer: AlumaSafway
Main Contractor: PCL Construction
Developer: Cadillac Fairview
Segment: High-rise commercial
Status: Completed

Challenge
Constructing a super high-rise in the heart of Toronto’s financial district presents significant logistical challenges. With limited space, tight timelines, and the need to move large volumes of materials and personnel efficiently, the project required a vertical access solution that could deliver both capacity and speed, without compromising safety.

RAXTAR Solution
RAXTAR supplied a twin-hoist configuration of the RX3245SF to our valued partner AlumaSafway. These custom-engineered hoists were designed to meet the high demands of the project:

Lifting speed: 90 m/min (300 fpm)

Payload capacity: 3,200 kg (7,000 lbs)

Cabin surface area: 8.3 m² (27.3 ft²)

Extended cabin length: 5.5 meters (18 ft), thanks to two aluminum extensions

This configuration enabled fast, safe, and uninterrupted vertical transport of both passengers and materials throughout the construction process.

Outcome
The RX3245SF twin-hoist system proved to be a powerful asset for the 160 Front Street West project, delivering:

↗ High-speed, high-capacity vertical transport

↗ Improved site logistics and reduced wait times

↗ A reliable and efficient solution for a complex urban build

RAXTAR’s contribution is helping to keep this iconic project on track.

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