Olympic Stadium

Olympic Stadium Demolition – Project Overview

The Olympic Stadium demolition project in Montreal involved the removal of precast concrete panels from the stadium’s iconic inclined tower. As part of a six-month renovation, this phase enabled structural upgrades to one of the world’s tallest inclined towers at 541 feet.

Demolition Scope – Tower Panel and Curtain Wall Removal

Our demolition scope targeted two major components:

• Precast Panels: We removed 464 reinforced concrete panels weighing between 4,500 and 13,500 lbs each from the concave tower faces.
• Curtain Wall: We disassembled the aging glass curtain wall to make way for modern cladding systems.

Demolition Execution Strategy at Olympic Stadium

To support safe removal, two tower cranes were installed on opposite sides of the structure. These cranes managed rigging and lifting while minimizing risk to surrounding infrastructure. Learn more about our demolition services.

Custom Lift Systems for Complex Geometry

We developed and deployed a custom-designed lifting device to manage the curvature of the façade. Panels were first rigged from inside the tower and then safely lowered via crane, maintaining structural integrity at all times.

Underside Panel Hoisting Method

Approximately 80 panels beneath the tower were inaccessible from outside. We used a specialized internal hoisting system to elevate each unit to an opening, allowing for controlled crane-assisted removal.

Project Completion and Renovation Readiness

We completed the Olympic Stadium demolition safely and on schedule, while preserving the tower’s structural health. Our engineered planning and custom rigging strategies supported ongoing renovation phases. For more on the venue’s transformation, visit the Parc Olympique website.