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The first Potain MCT 275 K10 topless cranes have arrived in the Philippines following the new model’s launch at Manitowoc’s factory in Zhangjiagang, China, last July. Both cranes have been delivered to first-time Potain owner, PLD Construction & Development, based in Mandaue City, Cebu province, in the Central Visayas region.

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Each top-slewing model has been tailored to meet the specific requirements of its particular jobsite. One unit is working on the building of residential condominiums at the Mivela Garden Residences, Cebu City, while the other is helping construction work on the Casa Mira Towers, Mandaue City.

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Both projects are being developed by Cebu Landmaster. The Mivela project is in the Banilad area of Cebu City and comprises four residential towers covering 1.26 ha, which will eventually stand between 16 and 18 stories tall. The four mid-rise condominium developments of Casa Mira are in the Ibabao district of Mandaue City and will reach between 12 and 23 stories tall.

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Each of the 10 t capacity cranes has been mounted on Potain’s 2 x 2 m L68 mast system in an external climbing configuration. On the Mivela jobsite, the crane is configured with 70 m of jib at an under-hook height of 67 m. Meanwhile on the Casa Mira project, the MCT 275 is working with a 60 m jib and at an under-hook height of 85.5 m. Both machines employ the standard 45 kW-rated 60 LVF 25 hoist, which provides 500 m of rope capacity and the ability to lift 2.5 t loads at up to 88 m/min.

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“The MCT 275 is an ideal choice for these projects, and looks set to meet all of our lifting needs,” said Arthur Kenneth Dy, COO at PLD. “We particularly appreciate the benefits of the topless design and high tip load. The speedy setup is another bonus.”

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Installation of both cranes kicked off in February 2021, and both machines are now hard at work, lifting a variety of construction materials. The cranes are expected to remain on site for approximately three years.

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Also available in a 12 t (K12) version, the Potain MCT 275 – which was developed as a replacement for the long-serving MC 235 hammerhead top-slewing crane – offers jib length configurations from 30 m to 70 m, in increments of 5 m. For the MCT 275 K10 being used by PLD, there is a choice of two hoist options. In addition to the 60 LVF 25, a 55 kW-rated 75 HPL 25 is also available, providing 834 m of rope capacity and lifting speeds of up to 215 m/min for loads of 0.35 t.

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With the ongoing infrastructure development in the Philippines, this new Potain crane is an ideal tool not just for this market, but for the wider Southeast Asia region overall, said Manitowoc. Its short counter-jib (at just 17 m, regardless of jib length) and topless design provides greater slewing clearance and enables multiple units to overlap more easily on site, increasing speed as well as ease of use.

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Tadano has welcomed Toshiaki Ujiie as its new president, CEO and representative director, succeeding Koichi Tadano who ended his tenure earlier this month. Mr Tadano will continue to contribute to the company’s growth in his new role as chairman of the board and representative director.

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Along with this leadership transition, Tadano has also unveiled several operational moves in pursuit of its long-term strategic goals.

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In Europe, the company’s two businesses - Tadano Faun and Tadano Demag - have undergone restructuring. At the same time, Tadano is reintroducing Japan-made rough terrain cranes for customers operating in the European market.

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Offering more lifting solutions in Japan, Tadano is expanding sales of its all-terrain and lattice boom crawler cranes manufactured at the Tadano Faun and Tadano Demag factories in Germany.

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In the Americas, Tadano has streamlined its business activities under a unified structure, the newly named Pan-American Operations. The company’s commercial activities in North, Central, South American and the Caribbean are now coordinated by Tadano America Corporation.

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Under this new structure in the Americas, Tadano Mantis Corporation will continue to be an engineering and manufacturing centre of excellence. Commercial operations – sales, marketing, service, and parts – for the telescopic boom crawler crane lineup will be coordinated through Tadano America Corporation. To keep up with demand for telescopic boom crawler cranes, production has also expanded beyond the factories in the US with the addition of a European-made model contributing to the portfolio.

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Single brand

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In another significant move, Tadano plans to have a single, unified brand as part of its long-term global strategy. The company said the Tadano brand will be used for all cranes, replacing the Tadano (Faun) ATF and Demag AC all terrain cranes, Demag CC lattice boom crawler cranes, and Tadano Mantis telescopic boom crawler cranes branding.

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With this change, Tadano will also harmonise product nomenclature for all terrain and crawler cranes. The model nomenclature will continue to use the well-known AC for all terrain and CC for lattice boom crawler cranes in combination with axle number, metric tonnage and a version number.

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Tadano intends to finalise the rebranding with the introduction of the first jointly developed all terrain crane from the Zweibrüecken and Lauf production sites in Germany later this year.

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According to Tadano, unifying all models under the Tadano brand affords the company an opportunity to better leverage synergies, maximise economies of scale, and ultimately offer customers a more competitive full line of lifting equipment.

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To carry out this new vision, Tadano is further aligning and improving operations in Zweibrücken and Lauf to implement even more efficient processes as part of the previously announced restructuring concept. Building on specific strengths, the company is establishing competence centre for carriers and superstructures in Lauf and Zweibrücken respectively to ensure better integration of production.

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“We continue to transform the Tadano Group to more efficiently bring together the best equipment, technologies and support structure, so we are more competitive and can better contribute to our customers’ success,” said Mr Ujiie.

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“Our current strategic initiatives allow us to improve innovation and significantly increase the number of new crane models introduced to the market over the next four years. In line with our core values of Safety, Quality and Efficiency based on Compliance, these moves will bring us closer to achieving our vision of becoming no. 1 worldwide in the lifting equipment industry.”

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The new MK 73-3.1 is the smallest model in Liebherr’s mobile construction crane family. This compact three-axle crane is suitable for use in restricted job sites, featuring a 6-tonne maximum load capacity, a total length of 13.80 m, a width of 2.75 m and a height of 4.0 m.

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The electrically-operated MK 73-3.1 can be supplied with site power or powered by its integrated generator. The crane is designed for operation with 63 or 32 amps, and there are no restrictions in working speed when using the 32 amp option, said Liebherr.

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The new MK 73-3.1 is also designed as a taxi crane. As such, it is intended for one-man operation and can be set up in around 10 minutes, without additional transport vehicles, according to Liebherr. This new crane complements the other models in the series, the MK 88-4.1 and MK 140.

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With a jib length of 38.5 m, the new MK 73-3.1 offers a jib head load capacity of 2,000 kg with corresponding additional ballast. In a 45-degree luffed jib position, the crane reaches a lifting height of 51 m and has a maximum lifting capacity of 2,800 kg; up to 1,850 kg at the jib head. Three possible luffed jib positions are available, allowing for flexible operation.

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The crane operator is supported by a number of assistance systems. Highlights include an infinitely adjustable lift cabin and modern camera systems – both load and undercarriage are always in view. The Micromove fine positioning mode ensures precise load handling. Five steering programmes with active rear axle steering and half-sided support enable the crane to be used on particularly tight construction sites.

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Other features such as the Load Plus load curve and reinforced trolley travel gear further increase the crane’s performance. This enables up to 50% heavier loads to be lifted in a 45° luffed position, said Liebherr.

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The MK 73-3.1 has also adoped the single-engine concept. The electric generator on the crane is only operated by the travel motor in the undercarriage. In addition, the ECO mode ensures reliable travel and economical operation on site.

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Liebherr is making a major investment in its Ehingen facility, Germany. Founded in 1969, Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH manufactures various mobile and crawler cranes for the global market, with a factory area of around 900,000 sq m.

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Called the ‘plant development logistics’ project, or WeLog Project in short, the investment includes building work at the Ehingen site, the restructuring of the material flows, a new repair centre in the Ehingen suburb of Berg, and the introduction of a new ERP system. This massive project is scheduled for completion in 2024.

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According to Liebherr, the project - amounted to a sum in the high two-figure millions - aims to ensure that materials are stored and transported efficiently and smartly, while internal procedures will be simplified to ensure that production can continue without interruption in the future. This effort is expected to result in further improvements to the company’s quality of mobile and crawler cranes.

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“Currently around 2,000 mobile and crawler cranes leave our plant in Ehingen every year. That is an extremely high number, and represents almost a two-fold increase over the last 20 years,” explained Liebherr’s production director Ulrich Heusel. “Now there is an urgent necessity to adjust our structures and material flows at the plant accordingly.

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“We produce at a high tempo, but we nonetheless have to remain flexible as some of our customers want short term modifications to their cranes – depending on the order content. And we can only guarantee this flexibility, whilst maintaining our high quality and assembly speed, by making these investments.”

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The Ehingen site currently has a workforce of over 3,500 people. Liebherr’s CFO Daniel Pitzer emphasised that “the plant development logistics project will not threaten any jobs, and in fact it is more likely to create additional jobs in the long term.”

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Construction of Ehingen site

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Building work has already started on the Ehingen site. The existing main warehouse will be split into a warehouse for spare parts and a warehouse for standard production, involving the erection of several new buildings.

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Construction of the new spare parts warehouse commenced in the second quarter of 2020. Extensive work on the foundation is required to create the highly modern complex, consisting of a truck gate, two-storey hall area, high-bay shelving warehouse and small parts warehouse.

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Here, large drilling rigs from Liebherr’s sister plant in Nenzing (Austria) drilled 465 holes for auger piles - which are anchored in the foundation soil at depths of between 18 m and 33 m. This will also make it possible to generate energy for the new building using geothermics. The new spare parts and shipment warehouse is due to be completed and fully operational by 2024.

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The other warehouse, designed for parts required for the standard production of mobile and crawler cranes, will feature two buildings – the first one is a pallet warehouse, while the second one is to house a small parts warehouse and a ‘goods supermarket’. The first parts from the existing warehouse are planned to be transferred to the new standard production warehouse before the end of 2021.

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Besides constructing the new buildings, Liebherr has also had to make significant changes to the road system within the plant to access the work sites whilst maintaining all the current procedures.

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“When you look at everything going on at the plant at the moment, in terms of new buildings and processes, we can definitely say that we are making the Ehingen site fit for the future. And the Liebherr family is spending in the high two-figure millions for this purpose. This is a clear signal to the whole workforce and the town of Ehingen,” said Mr Pitzer.

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New repair centre and ERP system

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Earthwork has also commenced in the Ehingen suburb of Berg at the start of 2021, where the new repair centre is located. “By outsourcing the repair centre, we will be able to significantly improve the services we offer to our customers, particularly in southern Germany,” said Christoph Kleiner, Liebherr’s managing director sales.

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“We are also expecting to be able to take on service orders, which in the past we were unable to accept due to restricted capacities. Furthermore, this will create some of the space we urgently require for the new warehouse building at the main factory site.”

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The relocation and commissioning of the new repair and administration building in Berg is scheduled for mid-2022.

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In addition, Liebherr is working on the introduction of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, which is described as the heart of the company. It comprises a large number of inter-communicating IT systems or databases within a company. This highly complex production and planning system controls the whole business and also manages all the master data required for the task.

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The new system, InforLN, will initially be introduced in the customer service section, which is expected to take place in mid-2022. The new repair centre in southern Germany will also use this new software package as soon as it starts operations. By mid-2024, all the divisions that make up Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH will have been migrated to the new InforLN software package. At the same time, InforLN will also be introduced at the Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH subsidiaries based in Germany, Oberhausen and Alt-Bork.

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Indonesian construction equipment rental company PT Superkrane Mitra Utama has deployed the first Grove GMK6300L-1 all-terrain crane in the country on the construction of a flyover bridge across an existing rail line in the capital city Jakarta. The project is part of the local government’s efforts to improve connectivity in urban areas.

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The GMK6300L-1 is the newest addition to Superkrane’s fleet of Grove cranes and played a major role in the rail project. As the rail line is operational, the company was only able to lift the concrete beams needed for the bridge during a three- to four-hour window overnight. With ever-demanding schedules, having a reliable crane with fast set-up was an important priority for the company.

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“As a rental company, reliability is the name of the game for our cranes and our customers need us to complete jobs in the most effective way possible,” said Johannes Wargo, president commissioner of Superkrane. “With Manitowoc, we can rest assured our equipment will always perform to the best of its abilities, and when we do need support, we know the company has an excellent after-sales team to solve any issues.”

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Manitowoc said its crane designs are rigorously tested at Product Verification Centres around the world to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. “Customers who purchase new cranes like the Grove GMK6300L-1 can be confident they have been thoroughly tested during the design phase, right down to the smallest component.”

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“We also chose the Grove GMK6300L-1 as we had a very positive experience with its predecessor, the GMK6300L,” continued Mr Wargo. “It offers several key improvements over the previous model – particularly enhanced load charts and increased working radii and capacity.”

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The enhanced lifting capacities in the GMK6300L-1 can be found across the load chart and on average they have increased by 7%. However, in certain configurations the advantage is even greater, added Manitowoc. “For example, when working with the main boom between 70 m and 80 m, capacities are increased by more than 16%.”

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The GMK6300L-1, when working with the full 80 m main boom and rigged with full counterweight and lifting between radii of 14 m to 28 m, has a maximum capacity of 14 t. That compares with a maximum capacity of 12 t for the GMK6300L in the same configuration.

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Powered by two Mercedes engines in the carrier and the superstructure, the 300 t capacity crane has a range of jib options for greater versatility. The model features Manitowoc’s suspension system, Megatrak, and has one of the most popular roadable counterweight configurations in the market.

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As speed was essential in this bridge flyover project, reducing crane set-up and dismantling time was paramount for Superkrane. The GMK6300L-1 features a self-rigging auxiliary hoist which helps crews rig and de-rig their cranes faster; while the hydraulic swingaway jib and counterweight design both contribute to better speed and flexibility in tear down.

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“We are very impressed by how quickly we can rig and de-rig the GMK6300L-1’s counterweight,” said Mr Wargo. “This, coupled with its long boom and hydraulic jib, means we can fully support our customer’s project with a capable and reliable crane.”

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Superkrane has a range of Grove cranes serving customers in a wide variety of industries including construction, power, manufacturing, mining, warehousing, petrochemicals, oil and gas. Besides the new GMK6300L-1, the company’s fleet includes the GMK4100L, GMK5130, GMK5220 and GMK6300L models.

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Established in 1996 and headquartered in Jakarta, Superkrane specialises in the supply and rental of heavy lifting equipment, solutions and services. The company also offers skilled, competent and highly-trained personnel to operate its equipment.

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The Asian range of Potain topless tower cranes built at Manitowoc’s Chinese facility in Zhangjiagang continues to evolve rapidly in response to rising customer demand for the transport, assembly and performance advantages these units offer. With the launch of the 8 t capacity MCT 185, customers now have a greater choice than ever before, allowing them to select the perfect topless Potain model for any application.
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\nDesigned with urban and infrastructure projects in mind, the new model shares the same advantages of easier transport and assembly, as well as high efficiency, productivity and reliability, that are the hallmarks of other Zhangjiagang-built MCT models, stretching back to the launch of the first units back in 2012.
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\n“Topless cranes are becoming the go-to solution for the speed and flexibility they bring to jobsites,” said Kwong-Joon Leong, regional product manager for Asia – tower cranes at Manitowoc. “The integration of the MCT 185 into our topless range opens up even more possibilities for contractors, and of course it is backed by the industry-leading technical support that is synonymous with Potain.”
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\nThe crane boasts an impressive 65 m jib, yet the entire upper works of the MCT 185 can travel in just five containers thanks to its intelligent, compact design. Each crane section benefits from minimised component dimensions and weight to simplify assembly, as demonstrated by the shorter, simpler ballast shape on the counter-jib. This section is available in two lengths – 13.5 m for use with a 30 m - 45 m jib, or 16 m for the 50 m - 65 m configuration. This choice in configuration allows projects to plan crane positioning more efficiently, a useful feature as jobsites become more congested.
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\nFor assembly, users can choose from Potain’s existing 1.6 m (L46) and 2 m (L68) mast sections, both of which use pinned joints for fast, easy connection. Also available is the newly introduced 7.5 m-high S46JR reinforced basic mast for taller setup, with freestanding heights for the MCT 185 stretching up to 59.2 m. On a well-prepared site, the MCT 185 can be assembled in just 1.5 days.
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\nStrong lifting performance is a given, with a capacity of 1.5 t achievable at the end of the jib and a selection of the latest LVF hoists offering close load control and customisable lifting operations, depending on jobsite requirements. Supplied as standard, the newly introduced 30-kW 40 LVFC 20 Optima winch comes with a 456 m rope capacity and is capable of hoisting 1 t at speeds of up to 98 m/min. The optional 37-kW 50 LVF 20 Optima lifts 1.1 t at up to 121 m/min; while the 45-kW 60 LVFC 20 Optima will move 1 t at up to 120 m/min and comes with an impressive 553 m of wire rope.
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Comansa has added two new models to its successful 21LC series - the 21LC600 and 21LC650 - as an evolution of the 21LC550 model. They offer two versions: 20 t and 25 t maximum load capacities.

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The jib lengths of the new cranes are between 30 m and 80 m, in increments of 5 m, allowing a maximum tip load of up to 4.95 t. The optional boom configuration enables the total range to be extended to 85 m at the tip.

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Both models are suitable for construction of residential and commercial buildings, as well as power plants, bridges, mining and other infrastructure projects. According to Comansa, compared with the 21LC550, load capacities are on average 16% higher for the 21LC600 and 23% higher for the 21LC650.

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The new cranes are designed with a shorter, modular counter jib ranging from 24.4 m to 16.4 m, with five possible configurations - making them ideal for use in restricted jobsites. This feature is also available on the 21LC750, 21LC1050 and 21C1400 models.

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Another highlight of the new cranes is the improved access to the turntable and the rotating part. The cathead has been redesigned to facilitate the passage of lifting cables, including a welded ladder that enables access to the highest part without the need for the cab platform. Access to the cab platform is now direct via the turntable thanks to the folding ladder, preventing falls while working on the upper level and also being easier to transport.

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The 21LC600 and 21LC650 feature a double trolley system with automatic changeover (called DT in the data sheets). A single trolley (ST) system is optional. The cranes’ height is self-supporting with a built-in base, and can reach up to 85.8 m. The tower sections are 2.5 sq m for the two cranes.

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In addition, Comansa has introduced a new climbing cage, the J3A-11. This unit is based on the J3-20, but with greater length and distance between rollers, providing savings in scale recovery time.

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The 20-t version of the new cranes is equipped with a 50 kW hoist motor, while the 25-t version with 65 kW. A 110-kW option is available as well, with a speed of up to 290 m/min and maximum capacities of 1,570 m of cable. The Effi-Plus technology, fitted as standard, significantly increases lifting and lowering speeds for light loads, shortening working cycles without increasing power or consumption.

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Owing to Comansa cranes’ modular design, certain boom sections are interchangeable within the 21LC series – an advantage for rental companies. Both new cranes also come with the L version of the Cube cab, with the XL version available as an option.

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The new Demag AC 80-4 rounds out Tadano and Demag all terrain crane portfolio up to 100 t. Designed for the global market, this four-axle 80-t all terrain crane has a maximum main boom length of 60 m.

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If the main boom length is not enough, the reach can be extended with a 6.5‑m extension that can be offset by 25° and 50°. “Its capacity is a generous 23.8 t, meaning it can be used to lift heavy loads over obstacles,” said Demag.

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In addition, a 1.50-m runner with a capacity of 26.6 t is available for the Demag AC 80-4. Accordingly, the crane is also recommended for indoor projects. The main boom can be lowered up to 3° below its horizontal position, so that potential work at height can be easily eliminated and the jibs can be installed quickly and safely.

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In the class of up to 100 t, no other crane comes close to the AC 80-4’s lifting capacity with a fully extended boom up to a radius of 30 m, according to Demag. The crane can lift an impressive 5.4 t at a radius of 14 m.

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The manufacturer said the AC 80-4 also raises the bar with its main boom extended to 50 m. “At a radius of 10 m, it can lift 9.7 t, which is 2.2 t more than the next most powerful competitor.” The crane features a line pull of 66.9 kN.

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Demag already had an 80-t crane, the AC 80-2. “The worldwide success that this model had, showed that there’s significant interest in a crane with this kind of lifting capacity. In fact, a large number of customers kept confirming this time and time again. That’s why we decided to add the AC 80-4 to our product portfolio in the segment of up to 100 t,” explained Michael Klein, Demag product marketing manager.

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The AC 80-4 features a compact design, with nearly all of its dimensions being shorter than those of other four-axle units in its class, revealed Demag. The crane’s total length is 12.15 m, the carrier length is 10.60 m, its height does not exceed 3.85 m, and the front overhang is a modest 1.49 m. “Together with its width of only 2.55 m, our AC 80-4 is better suited for tight work sites than any other crane in its class,” said Mr Klein.

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The AC 80-4 has a sophisticated counterweight design, which makes it possible to have a maximum counterweight of 17.7 t. On the road, it can transport up to 9.3 t of this counterweight itself while remaining under a 12 t-axle load limit, and all while also carrying the 6.5-m swing-away jib, said Demag. “Even when staying under an axle load limit of 10 t, it can carry 3.3 t of counterweight.”

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Demag Surround View system

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Once at the work site, the new Demag Surround View makes it easier for the operator to position the AC 80-4. This system uses the four crane cameras to show a computer-assisted diagram of the possible outreach of the outriggers, as well as the counterweight tail-swing radius at the crane’s current location.

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“Demag Surround View displays in the carrier cabin the different outrigger widths so the crane operator can position the crane on the construction site, in order to extend all outriggers sufficiently far and ensure the required slewing radius. This reduces time-consuming measuring and trial and error when looking for a location, so that the crane can be ready for operation more quickly,” explained Mr Klein.

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The Demag Surround View system also supports the driver on the way to the construction site. The cameras can deliver images of the crane side areas when turning, facilitating the crane driver to detect cyclists, pedestrians, or any obstacles.

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IC-1 Plus and Remote systems

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The AC 80-4 is equipped with the Demag IC-1 Plus control system – which, during operation, calculates the crane’s lifting capacity for every boom position as a function of the superstructure’s slewing angle. “This means that the maximum available lifting capacity can be used with any outrigger configuration, including asymmetrical ones,” said Demag. “This advantage is literally maximised when combined with the Flex Base system, making it possible to extend the outriggers to any point within their range.”

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The crane also comes with the IC-1 Remote telematics solution. It allows to remotely read and diagnose all important crane data and enables owners to integrate the AC 80-4 into their fleet management system.

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Moreover, the AC 80-4 is fitted with the E-Pack, an electro-hydraulic system designed to be connected to the crane. It has an integrated 32-kW electric motor that results in quiet zero-emission crane operations. Specific applications for the E-Pack include crane jobs inside buildings, in dense urban areas, and at night in residential areas.

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Tadano Demag GmbH and Tadano Faun GmbH announced they have reached an important milestone in the restructuring of the companies. On 23 December 2020, the management submitted the restructuring plan to the Zweibrücken District Court. In the next step, the insolvency proceedings for Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun are expected to be opened at the beginning of January 2021. This corresponds to the usual procedure of protective shield proceedings, and accordingly, the restructuring of the companies is progressing as planned.

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Both companies will continue to be managed independently under the leadership of CEO Jens Ennen during this second phase of the protective shield proceedings. Martin Mucha, an expert restructuring lawyer at the law firm Grub Brugger, will continue to closely support the management as general representative. In addition, Arndt Geiwitz, another renowned restructuring expert from the law firm SGP Schneider Geiwitz & Partner, will act as (provisional) trustee of Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun.

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After the anticipated opening of proceedings in January 2021, implementation of the restructuring plan will begin under the regulations of the German Insolvency Code. Another important step in the process will be the discussion and ballot meeting with the creditors, which the court is expected to hold in mid/end-February 2021. Company management currently expects to be able to exit the protective shield proceedings at the end of the first quarter of 2021.

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The plan envisages a restructuring of the companies in all key areas. The most important elements are the organisational realignment, the improvement of profitability as well as the modernisation and optimisation of the product portfolio. A large part of the measures is aimed at further coordination between the two locations in Zweibrücken and Lauf and implementing more efficient processes. The better use of synergies offers great potential for improving competitiveness.

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In addition, a far broader and more complete range of lifting equipment solutions will be available for the customers in the future, creating greater potential for larger package deals and ultimately enhancing the customer experience. Several new products are scheduled to be launched within the next few months.

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As in previous months, business operations will stay on under the prerequisites of the protective shield proceedings. Production at Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun in Germany will remain, and all existing and new orders will be fulfilled according to the regulations of the protective shield proceedings. Collaboration with customers will proceed as usual, and regular services such as repairs, maintenance, spare parts deliveries and warranty work will carry on as per normal.

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Jens Ennen, CEO of Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun said, “With the completion and submission of the restructuring plan, we have taken an important step in the reorganisation of Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun. I would like to explicitly thank the employee representatives and the creditors' committee for their constructive cooperation, as well as our employees, customers and business partners for their trust. The results and rapid progress we have already been able to achieve in the first weeks of the protective shield proceedings make us very confident about the future and future competitiveness of Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun.”

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A restructuring of the companies was deemed absolutely necessary in view of increasing competitive pressure due to the enormous economic challenges that had been significantly exacerbated by the coronavirus crisis. The aim of this restructuring measures is to position the two companies in the future in an economically viable way, to be able to serve the needs of customers even better with products and services, and thus to contribute in the best possible way to the strategic goals of the Tadano Group.

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The Japanese parent company Tadano Ltd is in close and continuous exchange with the management of its German subsidiaries. The long-term goal of the Tadano Group remains to become the world's leading supplier in the lifting equipment industry. Both companies, Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun, play a decisive role in this endeavour.

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A Demag AC 1000-9 all-terrain crane was recently used to lift a 100-t tunnel boring machine (TBM) on the Mumbai Central Metro Station project. Owned by Indian crane service provider Steel Carriers Infrastructure Pvt Ltd, the crane features a 1,200-t capacity.

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The job site is situated right in the middle of Mumbai. “We had to pick up a 100-t tunnel boring machine at a radius of 20 m from below ground and bring it up to the surface,” explained Sunil Makad, owner of Steel Carriers. “No other all-terrain crane in India would have been able to do this, and using a crawler crane was out of the question due to issues of cost-effectiveness. In fact, setting up a crawler crane under the tight space conditions at the work site would have taken significantly more time, which would have been wildly out of proportion to the short project duration of eight days.”

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Despite the suitability of the AC 1000-9, setting it up on the job site posed some challenges for Steel Carriers. The restricted space required the team’s extensive skills and experience when it came to setting up the crane in such a way as to ensure that the demanding lift would be successful. And this was no mean feat given the load’s weight and the lift’s large radius - which meant that the AC 1000-9 had to be equipped with its full 228-t counterweight for a boom length of 30 m.

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Before all these preparations could be carried out, however, the crane had to travel from the Steel Carriers workshop in Mumbai to the job site. In order to avoid the Indian metropolis’ daily traffic, the team took the crane and the trailers carrying its equipment to the site late at night with four trips every night.

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“The reason we had to split up the transport that way was that space at the work site was really tight, so having the crane come in with all its equipment at once was simply impossible,” said Mr Makad. The team managed to put the crane together and have it ready for the lift in just one day, with only four people: the crane operator, a supervisor, and two assembly technicians.

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A tight schedule

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In addition to the powerful crane required for the job, staying on schedule was one of the crucial factors in the project, as the deadline for completing the new metro line was fast approaching.

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Speaking about the challenges, Mr Makad said, “During the lift, the load on the crane hook and the working area itself were not in the operator’s field of view. In other words, he was completely dependent on the instructions provided by his co-workers through their walkie-talkies, as well as on their hand signals.”

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Nevertheless, the expertise and perfect coordination of the Steel Carriers team made it possible to carry out the lift with utmost precision. “Our team did an extraordinary job. We showed once again that we can carry out the toughest jobs with the AC 1000-9 and our experience and meet our customers’ expectations,” enthused Mr Makad.

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“The response times are extremely fast, spare parts are reliably delivered, and all other forms of assistance are absolutely dependable. And we know that with this support behind us, we can tackle any job without hesitation and help strengthen India’s infrastructure network.”

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The Demag AC 1000-9 has been named ‘Gajraj’ by Steel Carriers. “This means ‘King of Elephants,’ which is what our employees decided to call our AC 1000-9 due to the fact that it’s the biggest and only telescopic crane of its type in all of India,” revealed Mr Makad.

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Based in Mumbai, Steel Carriers was the first Indian company to put a new Demag crane into operation with the AC 200-1 about 15 years ago. The company's fleet currently includes telescopic and crawler cranes with lifting capacities ranging from 50 to 1,200 t. Apart from crane hire, Steel Carriers also offers transport services and storage of industrial goods and steel products.

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