L-CRANe | CRANE
L-CRANe | CRANE Passion PALFINGER L-crane series The best BECOMES even better PALFINGER will unveil another highlight at IAA in the form of the completely redesigned L-crane model series. The new generation offers impressive performance capacity and ergonomics. Improved working conditions: the top seat models have an ergonomically designed seat from which the operator can see the entire working area. PALFINGER is demonstrating the fine art of making an outstanding product even better with the new generation of the brick and block crane series. The new models will make their début at IAA 2014 in Hanover. The L-crane series has already gone beyond its competitors in the rear-mounted brick and block crane segment. Features such as the 440˚ tiltable range and an excellent loading height set the crane models in this series apart. The advantages of the new all-rounder for demanding loading and supply operations on the construction site include its ease of servicing. The entire slewing mechanism runs through an oil bath right up to the head bearing, ensuring permanent lubrication. Therefore extensive maintenance of the lubrication system is no longer necessary. The new internal hose routing system also saves on operating costs. The protected installation of hydraulic hoses prevents damage and allows for compact set-up dimensions. The new L-series offers improved working conditions for crane operators as well. The top seat models offer an ergonomically designed top seat and a new joystick control. The redesigned workstation allows operators to work in a relaxed environment over a longer period of time and provides a perfect view of the entire working area. The workstation can be equipped with a weatherproof roof and an LED or halogen work light if required. A Danfoss control valve is available as an optional extra, which enables manifold controllability and optimised working. The lifting moment is up to 15% higher than previous models while the crane weight is virtually the same, which improves the performance capacity of the new L-crane series. This has extended the working range of the crane and actively helps to ensure economically viable operation. The performance range of the four new L-crane types extends from the PK 20501 L with 19.7 metre tonnes and the PK 22001 L with 21.8 metre tonnes of lifting moment – each with a maximum range of 13.7 metres – to the PK 23001 L with 22.9 metre tonnes and the PK 26001 L with 25.3 metre tonnes of lifting moment – each with a maximum range of 16.2 metres. The PK 22001 L and PK 26001 L are both equipped with S-HPLS technology and are supplied with the new PALcom P7 remote control. 6
CRANE Passion | P-Fold Perfectly set up with fingertip movement With the P-Fold assistance system, another product innovation from PALFINGER will celebrate its world premiere at IAA 2014. Cranes can be folded and unfolded easily by using the P-Fold. Comfort, safety and efficiency – PALFINGER offers these strengths with the new PALcom P7 loader crane remote control. As an additional function of the PALcom P7, PALFINGER is launching the new P-Fold assistance system on the market exclusively for all cranes in the SH model series, from the PK 42002 SH to the flagship PK 200002 L SH. The crane operator activates P-Fold using the PALcom P7 operating menu. After the assistance system is activated, the crane is set in motion by moving just one control lever. The intelligent P-Fold controls take over coordination of the crane movements until a defined working position is reached. After operation has ended, the crane can be folded down from any working position. P-Fold then takes over coordination of all crane movements again and controls the additional foldable knuckle boom and rope winch as well. The operator controls the innovative system with just one control lever while the crane is folded down fully. Of course, the P-Fold system also works together with the new RTC (Rope Tension Control) system. Both systems perfectly support the crane's set-up processes. This reduces set-up times to a minimum and prevents damage to the vehicle, load, rope and surrounding area. In addition to the significant increase in operator comfort and the prevention of costly damage, the new assistance system significantly reduces the crane's set-up times. This conserves valuable working and service life, which directly benefits the productivity of PALFINGER cranes. The P-Fold assistance system offers a unique method of operation and will be launched on the market for all SH cranes from PK 42002 SH to PK 200002 L SH in combination with the new PALcom P7 remote control at the end of 2014. P-Fold: the controls take over coordination of the crane movements until a defined working position is reached.
