Deliveries Forthcoming for New 30-Ton Grove Telecrawler
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March 29, 2017 - At ConExpo, Manitowoc added the smallest telescopic crawler crane to its line up. The 30-ton Grove GHC30 telecrawler was developed for Manitowoc under a partnership with Germany’s Sennebogen Maschinenfabrik. Deliveries of the crane are scheduled to begin during the second quarter of 2017.
“We talked to a number of dealers and customers about the telescoping crawler line and about how we could expand the range to benefit certain applications,” said John Bair, Manitowoc's product manager for the GHC30. explained. “Customers that are engaged in utility, energy, construction and barge-mounted work, for example, indicated that a crane with a smaller footprint would help them increase maneuverability and efficiency on many job sites.”
The GHC30 offers the ability to pick-and-carry at 100% of its load chart on inclines up to 4°, and it can swing loads a full 360°. It has a compact footprint of 34.7 ft by 9.8 ft by 10 ft, and a tail swing of only 10.8 ft.
The GHC30’s crawler tracks navigate tough job site conditions, such as swampy or mountainous terrain. The undercarriage is driven by powerful, two-stage hydraulic traction motors, and the track side frames can be hydraulically extended and retracted, providing three track spans with lifting capabilities at each span.
The crane transports easily in one load, and once it reaches the job site, it can roll off the truck and immediately begin work with minimal setup. In-cab amenities include a large, air suspension heated seat; a climate control system for added comfort; a 7-in. screen for viewing the hoist, rear and right side camera feeds; an intuitive, graphical RCL system; and precise load-sensing joystick controls. A 15° tilting cab is also available for providing added comfort when doing high-boom angle work.
The crane can be outfitted with one of two engine options: a 173 hp Cummins QSB 4.5 L Tier 4 Final or a 160 hp Tier 3 model. ECO and Auto Idle modes help maximize fuel efficiency, and the engine compartment is fitted with sound foam insulation to lessen engine noise and improve communication on the jobsite.
A variety of attachments are also available for the crane, including an offsettable, swingaway boom extension that is available in lengths that range from 21.3 to 42.7 ft. When equipped with the boom extension, a maximum tip height of 132 ft. is possible. In addition, a two-person work platform, a boom-mounted hydraulic auger attachment, and a pole claw are available. Companies working on power line projects, for example, will be able to drill holes with the auger and then use the claw to lift and position the poles with only one crane. Contractors can keep overall project costs to a minimum, as they no longer need multiple pieces of equipment to complete the job.
