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Madrid Construction Site - December 19, 2002 (Click for hi-res image)
December 19, 2002
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Steel Erection
The lift of the main reflector structure from its ground assembly position to the top of the alidade structure occurred on December 19, 2002. One section of the main reflector ribs were removed to allow access for the crane boom. This section was then lifted into place separately. The weight of the reflector structure was approximately 125 metric tons.


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