Method of removing a platform support post

摘要

The present invention is directed to a method of removing a platform support post (2) of a platform (4) from a surrounding ground surface (1), said method comprising:
a. circulating a heating fluid through a hollow fluid transfer member (80) contained on or within a support post (2); and
b. applying force to said support post (2) to remove said support post (2) from the surrounding ground (1).