Continue reading "Hammar launches next generation crane extensions"
In 2013 Hammar has released the MegaReach crane extensions, which allowed Sideloaders to stack two containers high in a 2nd row. With a Safe Working Load (SWL) of 5,5 tonnes at maximum reach, they were almost exclusively used for empty containers. The new generation features integrated extensions, a longer reach and a big upgrade to …
Port of Karmsund doubles lifting capacity with Liebherr
To meet the increased demand, Karmsund Havn IKS has signed a contract for a second Liebherr LHM 550, three years after ordering their first Liebherr mobile harbour crane. The second machine, with a maximum lifting capacity of up to 154 tonnes and a maximum outreach of 54 metres, will enable the Haugesund Cargo Terminal to …
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Liebherr announces the new MK, to be showed for the first time at the JDL EXPO in Beaune, France
It is first virtually on March 30, but in reality at the June edition of the JDL EXPO, that Liebherr will unveil its brand new MK73-3.1 crane. All the details of this new 3-axle mobile construction crane with electric drive will be revealed on March 30 on the manufacturer’s website, which will present the advantages …
Mammoet expands fleet in the Middle East and Africa
Mammoet has added eight cranes to its fleet in the Middle East, Africa and Caspian (MEA) region. A 600t crawler crane, a 400t, two 250t and 100t capacity all-terrain cranes, as well as three 35t rough terrain cranes have been added to the regional fleet. Mammoet MEA provides equipment day hire through to turnkey mega-project …
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Mammoet dismantles tower crane in busy downtown
Mammoet has dismantled a tower crane on site that had lifted more than 1,000 cubic meters of concrete as part of the theatre restoration construction. The original Roxy Theatre was an iconic landmark of Edmonton, Alberta, and burnt down in 2015. The new Roxy is scheduled to open in November of 2021. Teams were able …
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Trio of Grove all-terrain cranes for Neeb
The German-based company Neeb has taken a delivery of three new Grove all-terrain cranes during a handover at the Manitowoc factory in Wilhelmshaven. The family business from Wuppertal chose a GMK3060L, GMK4100L-1 and GMK6300L-1 to expand its company fleet. PHOTO: JONATHAN RECKERS FROM MANITOWOC DEALER KRANAGENTUR WERNER (SECOND FROM LEFT) HANDED OVER THE CEREMONIAL KEYS …
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Tadano Demag and Tadano Faun creditors approve reorganization plans
Tadano Demag GmbH’s and Tadano Faun GmbH’s creditors approved the reorganization plans for both companies. The creditors' meeting unanimously approved the restructuring plan for Tadano Faun. For the Tadano Demag plan, approval was almost unanimous at 99 percent. The management will now systematically continue with the company’s reorganization and the corresponding operational restructuring measures, some …
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Liebherr unveils new 700-tonne crawler crane
Liebherr has unveiled the new 700-tonne LR 1700-1.0 crawler crane, successor to the LR 1600/2 model. The design of the LR 1700-1.0 with a maximum lifting capacity of 700 tonnes is based on its 600 tonne predecessor and features all the innovations of Liebherr’s crawler crane developments from the last few years. Its track width …
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MSG Krandienst adds second Tadano HK 40 to its fleet
MSG Krandienst GmbH has added a second Tadano HK 40 to its fleet. MSG Managing Director Björn Jatz commented: “The HK 40 has the best lifting capacity in its class. Tadano’s trademark dual-engine concept makes this crane a particularly economical solution for us, especially on our trans-regional projects.” MSG ordered the 40-tonne model complete with Volvo …
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Two more Liebherr ship to shore container cranes for Anwerp
Antwerp Container Terminal (ACOT), a member of the SEA-invest Group, has placed an order for two Liebherr ship to shore container cranes. The cranes are identical to an STS delivered to ACOT in 2020. The Liebherr STS cranes have an outreach of 60 m, a span of 30 m, a backreach of 25 m, a …
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