Five Key Features of the New IMT 32 TM Articulating Crane
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Iowa Mold Tooling Co. Inc. (IMT), an Oshkosh Corporation company, has introduced the 32 tm (222,050 foot-pound) articulating crane. The new 32/222 model joins the complete lineup of IMT articulating cranes ranging from the 2.5 tm (18,085 foot-pound) model to the 80 tm (516,440 foot-pound) crane.
“At IMT, we’re committed to helping our customers become more productive — and, as a result, more profitable,” said John Field, IMT product manager of material handling. “Operators can move and haul more materials with this crane, which has a positive impact on the bottom line.”
Following are five key features of the IMT 32/222 crane:
1. Optimized design
Ultra-high tensile steel construction of the hexagonal boom provides a superior lift-to-weight ratio and increased payload capabilities. Required mounting space has been minimized, providing more space on the truck body and additional truck configuration possibilities.
2. Outstanding strength and reach
The IMT 32/222 crane features a maximum lifting capacity of 15,058 pounds (6,830 kilograms) at a radius of 14 feet 9 inches (4.5 meters). The crane offers one of the industry’s longest horizontal reaches in the 30 tm range: 69 feet 7 inches (21.2 meters) with eight hydraulic extensions.
The dual-power plus link-arm system found on the 32 tm articulating crane:
- Offers the best lifting capacities under all conditions
- Provides precise and regular movements in the entire working area
- Is particularly well-suited for long reaches and lifting in high positions with demanding equipment (such as fly-jib and winch)
- Works particularly well with the stretch boom system at any height and any reach
The outstanding strength and reach of the IMT 32 tm crane, along with high working speed and precision control, maximize operator productivity.
3. Overbending
The IMT 32 tm crane offers 15-degree “overbending,” which means the working area between the main boom and the jib is no less than 195 degrees. Overbending offers greater flexibility when working through narrow passages and under overhead obstructions; the ability to lift maximum loads in all boom positions; and a lower total height when the crane is stowed on the truck body.
4. Continuous rotation
The IMT 32 tm crane offers continuous rotation. With rotation stops out of the equation, operators have the ability to take the most direct path when rotating the crane to pick or place a load. Continuous rotation also increases operator efficiency by reducing the need to reposition the truck-crane unit on the job site.
5. RCL monitoring
The crane also comes standard with the RCL (rated capacity limiter) 5300 system to monitor load moment, operation and function. In an overload situation, the system warns the operator and interrupts the distribution of oil for crane functions, while allowing functions that reduce load moment to remain operational. The RCL 5300 cooperates with the user and compensates when the RCL senses a situation requiring intervention.
The 32 tm crane is currently available through the IMT distributor network. For more information, contact an IMT distributor, or call 800-247-5958.
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