KNUCKLE BOOM LOADER CRANES Ӏ SECTOR REPORT


monitor their entire Palfinger fleet, gaining real-time insights, increasing efficiency and uptime, and turning data into action. “Another example is the


Levelling Assistant. It reduces the time required for stabiliser setup by up to 80%, minimising the risk of manual errors. Similarly, the new Support Force Limit function enhances safety and efficiency by allowing operators to focus on the lift – rather than constantly monitoring the environment they are operating in.” Oberleitner also mentions


the new Height & Bound feature, which confines the workable space helping to prevent the risk of damage or downtime. “This gives operators the confidence to work comfortably and safely. It lowers the operators’ workload by allowing them to fully focus on their lifting tasks.”


MARKET VARIATIONS Palfinger operates at a global level and, as such, it observes global variations in the marketplace. “Each region has its own market rhythm,” says Oberleitner, “which is precisely why our global presence, paired with deep local expertise, is so crucial. In Europe, we’re currently observing a steady recovery in construction which is contributing to a more positive market sentiment. At the same time, our strategic focus on growth regions such as North America and Asia- Pacific enables us to unlock further potential in dynamic markets. “At Palfinger we serve


customers worldwide with solutions tailored to a broad range of applications. Because we support a wide variety of sectors beyond construction, like urban logistics, landscaping, and the maritime industry, we remain less vulnerable to individual market shifts. Our diversification, both in terms of industries and regions, is


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The 6120K from HMF has lifting moment up to 52.8tm


the cornerstone of our resilience. “While the construction sector undoubtedly plays a key role in shaping the loader crane market our well-balanced footprint allows us to effectively absorb regional and industry-specific fluctuations.” Danish manufacturer HMF


launched its HMF 6120K at the end of August. “It delivers what operators truly need,” says CEO Mikkel Winther Andersen, “more reach, less weight, and the strength that we are known for.” It has been developed, he


says, using insights from HMF’s strongest-performing models and, most importantly, direct feedback from the people who matter most: the customers. He describes it as a next-generation crane. It offers a lifting moment of up to 52.8 tm and a reach of up to 21.3m which, with a fly-jib, is extendable to 31.4m. Surface treatment is to corrosion class C4 for high durability. The crane can be configured with a winch and man-basket, and the heavy-duty hook on the knuckle boom lifts up to 16 tonnes.


STABILITY SOFTWARE Here, too, the software counts: a dynamic vehicle stability system monitors the stability of the vehicle in all working areas during crane


operation. It so easy to operate, says HMF, that most often the operator will not notice it is active unless they are in a situation that might become critical. The system monitors the load


on the vehicle and on the crane, the speed, and the heel of the vehicle; it warns before criticality occurs, and automatically limits inappropriate movements and stops them at the designated limit. The crane is also fitted with


HMF’s HIP [High Inclination Protection] which improves crane stability on steep terrain by automatically adjusting lifting capacity based on truck inclination. The system is designed to ensure safe and controlled operation up to 12 degrees of slope. Radio remote control operates through a 4.3’’ smart colour display and eight programmable ‘hot keys’. Fassi is another key player in


the knuckle boom loader crane market. The Italian group has performed a corporate rebranding to strengthen the unity between its elements. This includes a better website and a new logo. Fassi also has a new crane to


carry that new logo. In November it introduced the F1750R.2.9. HXP Techno; it is an evolution of its successful F1750R.2 HXP but now with nine hydraulic


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