17.08.2020

Ainscough adds to mobile tower fleet

UK rental company Ainscough Crane Hire has added to its mobile self-erecting tower crane fleet with the delivery of a new eight tonne Liebherr MK 88-4.1.

Joining a number of new MK140s purchased over the past 12 months, the four axle MK 88 can handle 2.2 tonnes at its maximum radius of 45 metres with an under hook height of 30.2 metres. The crane can also operate with the jib luffed 15, 30 and 45 degrees above horizontal and offers a maximum under hook height of 59.1 metres, at which it can handle 1,850kg. Features include single person assembly and use, remote controls, and a latest Euro Stage V complaint engine.

The company says that it acquired the new crane to handle short inner city jobs as well as for airports, refineries and chemical plants.
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(L-R) Richard Everist of Liebherr GB with Andrew Spink of Ainscough and Shola Russell of Liebherr Tower Cranes

Ainscough Heavy cranes operations director Andrew Spink said: “Following the recent arrival of several new MK140s, we are pleased to add the Liebherr MK88-4.1. Our fleet of cranes is stronger and more adaptable than ever, and we continue to be well placed to improve the service we offer our clients while maintaining the highest standards of safety. The MK88-4-1 offers a range of benefits – it is highly flexible, fast erecting, and it will be a great addition to our work on projects across the country.”