All models have the automatic trolley reeving changeover that increases jib tip capacity when needed.įM GRU’s latest models include the FM 2052 LK. Both models have jib lengths up to 85 meters extendable to 90 meters and several counter jib lengths to maximize lifting capacities.Īll Comansa tower cranes have pin connected modular tower sections, jib and counter jib components so no re-torque is required. They are also in demand for large civil and mining applications. The 21LC1400 and 21LC1050 models are designed specifically for Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction, PPVC, where high capacities and precision lifting are required. All are equipped with the award-winning cube cabin and available quick set for fast setup at erection. Comansa’s modular design makes it easy to adapt the development process to new models. The biggest challenges are uncertainty of the economy, price pressures, Covid-19 and how it will affect the need for high-rise offices and residential buildings.”įollowing is an overview of the latest tower crane products on the market.Ĭomansa introduced several new flat top tower crane models in 2020, all in the popular 2100 series, the company said. “We work closely with them in forecasting and meeting their tower crane needs. operations for Wolffkran, said that his company is addressing 2021 with “concern and caution.” However, new tower cranes are being sold. The biggest challenge is getting the developers to cut loose the back logged and new work.” While RMS will purchase new cranes if needed, Lebsack said “the main focus is to get our inventory, which is well rounded for our market, up and working. He had not travelled on business since ConExpo in March.ĭennis “Whitey” Lebsack, director of business development for RMS Cranes, said projects are being pushed into 2021 with schedules being held. “My first planned trip for business was last week.” “Right now, it is difficult to reach potential customers because of travel restrictions,” he said. “We are fortunate that our markets are busy.”Īmong the many challenges created by the Covid-19 crisis, Carbeau misses the customer interaction. “Purchases follow demand as realistically as possible,” he said. We had an order cancel because of college football confusion and a customer that decided not to buy because he was afraid of the election possible outcome.”īut on the other hand, Comansa America’s rental divisions are continuing to add cranes at a moderate rate, Carbeau said. “But now it is close enough to the election that people want to wait and see that outcome first. “Covid has caused much uncertainty so people were waiting,” he said. All-inclusive packaging (turn-key) is also driving the market, and companies are absorbing these costs to gain market share.”īill Carbeau, vice president of business development for Comansa America, said his company has experienced a waiting pattern for new purchases. “This is having an effect on rental rates increasing competition regionally. “Rates are pushing downwards as companies look more at utilization than return on investment,” he said. Juhren said rental rates are a challenge. “We are looking at growth in 2021 in segments of the tower crane market and strategically targeting regions, which will require new acquisitions.” Attached to the slewing unit is the boom, the machinery arm, the counterweights and, the Operators Cabine.“We are buying on as-needed basis right now,” Juhren said. Attached to the top of the tower is the slewing unit that allows the crane to rotate.Ĥ. The base connects to the tower, which gives the tower crane its height.ģ.
The base is bolted to a large concrete pad that supports the crane.Ģ. The fee differs from site to site, so please ask us for a quote for installation and disassembly.Īll tower cranes consist of the same basic parts:ġ. The Tradehouse A/S organization would mobilize the crane to the jobsite, assemble it and charge a monthly fee while the crane is on the site. Most construction companies rent their tower cranes from another company, here Tradehouse comes into the picture.
The construction crew uses the tower crane to lift steel, concrete, and a wide variety of other building materials that are used.īelow you will find information about Tower Cranes, Railbeams, Hoist for material and Operator, and wear parts.
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