Palfinger has introduced upgraded/new versions of two of its heavy duty cranes, the PK 1350 TEC and PK 1650 TEC.
The PK 1350 TEC has a maximum capacity of 30 tonnes at a radius of just over three metres. It can handle 23 tonnes at more than 4.4 metres and take 500kg to its maximum tip height of almost 42 metres or a radius of 48.8 metres. The 10 section 21.9 metre boom can be extended with a 20 metre nine section jib, which can elevate to 25 degrees above the horizontal main boom. The overall weight is 10,170kg and the maximum outrigger spread 10 metres.
The new PK 1350 TEC
The 32 tonne PK 1650 TEC has similar boom and reach characteristics to the 1350 but can handle 750kg at its maximum 37.7 metre radius or at full height. The new models are equipped with Paltronic 180 control electronics, and the LX-6 control valve for smooth sensitive function control, along with high tech operator aids such as the Levelling Assistant for setting up. The Memory Position with up to four preset automatic return points for the crane, and Smart Control.
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While the two cranes are based on the original models launched in 2016 and 2017, Palfinger says that it has “completely redesigned the crane, one of its core products, by combining its proven strengths with new, intelligent technologies. All TEC models can be equipped with Smart Control, the intelligent boom tip control system. It combines the crane movements in the background to achieve the exact position desired. The Memory Position system stores up to four crane positions while the Levelling Assistant can save time by up to 80 percent while adjusting the setup.”
The new PK 1650 TEC
Chief executive Andreas Klauser added: “As a technology leader, Palfinger sets industry standards, always with the aim of using smart and connected solutions to improve the way customers work. The heavy duty cranes in the TEC range are our latest example. Based on decades of experience and working together with customers and operators, we have created a completely new class of crane that combines the best hardware with smart software.”
Product manager Gerhard Auer said: “Following the launch of the PK 1350 TEC and the PK 1650 TEC, our TEC range now comprises 11 models. Orders can be placed now for the PK 1350 TEC & PK 1650 TEC.”
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