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 News Release
April 24, 2007
Potain self-erectors demonstrate versatility
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| The IGO MC13 is equipped with one trailer axle and can be towed at up to 25 km/h when carrying full counterweight, without exceeding 12 t on the axle. |
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Two self-erecting cranes from Potain’s ‘M’ or mobile product line were an
integral part of the Manitowoc Crane Group stand at bauma 2007. These cranes
have either one or two trailer axles making them highly mobile and
maneuverable. The company also used bauma 2007 to announce an updated version
of the Potain Igo 24, now called the Igo 24 A, which will launch later this
year.
Of the two cranes from the M series, one, the Igo MC 13, was making its trade
show debut. This new crane is equipped with one trailer axle and can be towed
at up to 25 km/h when carrying full counterweight, without exceeding 12 t on
the axle. This optimum set-up makes the crane ideal for roading in numerous
countries.
The crane erects easily in less than 30 minutes, making it a perfect candidate
for short-term jobs. Maximum capacity is 1.8 t and maximum jib is 22 m, at
which radius the Igo MC 13 lifts 0.6 t.
David Havard, Potain’s product manager for self-erecting cranes, says
optimizing transport increases customer profitability.
“Transportation continues to be one of the biggest influences for our customers
when selecting their cranes,” he says. “Transportation costs obviously add to
the price of a job, but the M series keep these costs to a minimum making these
cranes suited to even very short-term jobs.”
The other M series self-erector on show at bauma 2007 was the Igo MA 21, an
existing crane that is already very popular in bauma’s home country of Germany.
This crane has two axles and a maximum capacity of 1.8 t. Maximum jib length is
26 m and the crane can lift 700 kg at its jib end.
Details of the new Igo 24 A, which launches later this year, were available to
bauma 2007 visitors. The crane offers an additional 2 m of reach than its
predecessor, with its maximum reach now 26 m. At this point it can lift 850 kg
while its maximum available capacity is 2.4 t.
As with other Igo self-erecting cranes, the Igo 24 A features Potain’s LVF
Optima frequency-controlled hoisting. In this case, a 10 LVF 12 Optima hoist
winch optimizes lifting speeds to the load on the hook, achieving speeds of up
to 40 m/min.
| Global designation | Maximum capacity (USt) | Maximum jib (ft) | Maximum load at jib end (USt) |
| Igo MC 13 | 2 USt | 72 ft | 0.7 USt |
| Igo MA 21 | 2 USt | 85 ft | 0.8 USt |
| Igo 24 A | 2.6 USt | 85 ft | 0.9 USt |
About The Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is one of the world's largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes,tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes, and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the company offers the broadest line of cold-focused equipment for the foodservice industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial customers throughout the U.S. maritime industry.
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