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PRODUCTS
The Potain MR 418 luffing jib cranes, which is equipped
with full frequency-controlled mechanisms for
precision control, offers fast lifting speeds. Maximum
capacity for the crane is 24t and the maximum jib
length is 60m.
Available from Crane & Hoist Equipment SA, the
sub-Saharan distributor of the Potain brand of tower
crane, it boasts several advantages: it is quick to
assemble, quick to commission and capable of fast
lifting speeds on high rise job sites. The crane delivers
its best performance when fitted with the optional
270 LVF 120 hoist which offers improved lifting
capability and is perfect for high rise buildings,
including super tall structures. The 200kW hoist
provides 826m of rope capacity, which means that in a
single-fall configuration a hook path of 413m is
possible, while in a two-fall configuration 206m of
vertical reach is possible.
In addition, the winch can reach speeds of up to 254
m/min for better productivity, while the power control
function means it can operate off varying power inputs,
allowing it to cope with lower power supplies on site.
Customers not requiring the full power of the 270
LVF 120 hoist winch can choose the 150 LVF 120 hoist.
This hoist has a drum capacity of 552m and can
produce line speeds of up to 210 m/min. The flexibility
of choice with the design means customers can select
the optimal configuration for them, ensuring they earn
the best possible financial returns for their
requirements.
The crane’s user-friendly design has the luffing
mechanism and hoist uniquely mounted inside the
counter jib while there is also a large, easily
accessible service platform behind the cab, giving
technicians a single location from which to access all
major service points.
Quickly getting the crane into service comes
courtesy of a new on-board control system that allows
the technician to commission the crane into operation
just minutes after assembly is completed. Simple input
of the jib length, working height and test load into the
crane’s control board allows for a fast and accurate
calibration.
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Luffing jib
crane offers
fast lifting
speeds
The Potain MR 418 is equipped with full frequency-controlled
mechanisms for precision control.
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