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In this issue

This issue includes features on spider cranes, hybrid aerial work platforms and the latest telehandler developments. It also includes the annual Vertikal Top 30 UK & Ireland rental fleet survey, a feature Virtual Reality operator training. Finally, we spoke with Ainscough Crane Hire’s recently appointed chief executive, Peter Gibbs, to find out how he has been getting on and what plans he has for the future.

Comansa has updated its 11LC range of flat top tower cranes

Comansa updates the 11LC flat top range Spanish tower crane manufacturer comansa has updated its 11lc range of flat top tower cranes and will shortly incorporate similar changes into its 16lc line. The company will also introduce a six tonne version of its eight tonne 11lc150, taking the 11lc range to five models with capacities of five, six or eight tonnes with jib lengths up to 65 metres and jib tip capacities of 1,700kg, or 1,870 with Powerlift.

Comansa has updated its 11LC range of flat top tower cranes

1 min

Dingli buys into Teupen

Chinese aerial lift manufacturer Dingli has acquired a 24 percent stake in German spider lift manufacturer Teupen. The investment follows Dingli’s purchase of a 20 percent stake in Magni Telehandlers in 2016 and a 25 percent stake in Mec aerial Work Platforms in 2017.

Dingli buys into Teupen

1 min

26m Ommelift insulated hybrid spider

Ommelift has launched the new 26.5 metre 2650 iRX 46kV insulated hybrid spider lift. Shown as a prototype at the utility expo in Kentucky, last year, it has a category c level insulation rating with each lift element insulated with Waco fibre glass sections.

26m Ommelift insulated hybrid spider

1 min

New Rosenbauer rescue platform

Fire and recovery vehicle manufacturer Rosenbauer has added a new 27 metre l27a-XS 3.0 ladder platform to its XS (Extra Small) range. Joining a 32 and 42 metre model in the range, the new platform is mounted on a two axle Mercedes atego 1527 F chassis and features a five section ladder boom topped by a 4.35 metre jib.

New Rosenbauer rescue platform

1 min

CEO change at Manitowoc

“Tariffs may not be the best solution”

CEO change at Manitowoc

2 mins

Where have all the mini crawlers gone?

in recent years, both small telescopic spider cranes and the increasingly popular larger articulated models have become a mainstream alternative to larger cranes for a growing range of applications. one closely associated crane type that seems to have suffered from this rise in popularity is the mini crawler crane.

Where have all the mini crawlers gone?

5 mins

Hybrid machines the future or an interim solution?

When it comes to hybrid aerial work platforms there is still some confusion as to what exactly is meant. Most take the view that a hybrid is neither a diesel nor a battery powered machine.

Hybrid machines the future or an interim solution?

10+ mins

The Swiss army knife

An endless array of attachments can transform a telehandler into a machine with the versatility of a Swiss army knife. Not only do they increase productivity and safety, but they also reduce the number of different machines needed on a job. The following are just a few that are available on the market.

The Swiss army knife

2 mins

Ready for take-off?

When you think of disruptive technology within our industry it probably doesn’t get any bigger than the use of virtual reality (VR) for operator training.

Ready for take-off?

10+ mins

New man in the driving seat

In June, Ainscough Crane Hire appointed Peter Gibbs as chief executive, two months after he had stepped in as interim chief executive after the sudden departure of Jeremy Fry. Fry had lasted barely a year in the position after taking over from Janet Entwistle who also left at very short notice.

New man in the driving seat

9 mins

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Cranes & Access Magazine Description:

PublisherThe Vertikal Press

CategoryTechnology

LanguageEnglish

Frequency45 Days

The world's leading magazine covering mobile lifting equipment, including cranes, aerial work platforms and telescopic handlers

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