Grove GMK5250XL-1 begins operations at South Korea’s latest semiconductor facility
• JE IL in Korea chose the Grove GMK5250XL-1 all-terrain crane for the project, citing Manitowoc’s past service and support as the primary factor for their choice.
• While the compact chassis, reach and capacity are ideal for the semiconductor plant’s construction, the company says that the crane’s flexibility and versatility will enable use on various future projects.
South Korea’s Lee Gang adds a Grove GMK5250XL-1 to the fleet
• The customer will use the Grove GMK5250XL-1 to support the construction of a new semiconductor plant in South Korea, a major hub for microelectronics.
• The all-terrain crane was chosen for its compact five-axle design, extended reach, and high capacity.
Manitowoc launches largest topless tower crane from Asia Range: the Potain MCT 2205
• With an 80 t maximum capacity and an 80 m jib, the new crane raises the bar for the topless range built at Manitowoc’s Chinese facility.
• Maximum capacity is available up to 26.3 m in full configuration, with a 23.5 t payload possible at 80 m.
• The flat-top design adds transport, assembly, and operational benefits to the performance capabilities previously only offered by similar-sized hammerhead models.
• NFT, the world’s largest owner of Potain cranes, was appointed as a Potain dealer in Hong Kong, offering sales, rental, and service support for tower cranes.
• To celebrate its appointment, NFT Hong Kong hosted a gala event in July 2024 attended by customers and partners, and senior leaders from Manitowoc
South Korea’s Bong-Hwang adds Grove GMK5250XL-1 and gets to work on factory-build
• South Korean contractor purchases a GMK5250XL-1 and sends it immediately to support the construction of a new factory.
• The company specializes in building factories for electronics and chemical businesses in the Eumseong region of the country.
• The crane’s combination of long boom, compact dimensions, and superb maneuverability ideally suits the narrow, cramped roads of the local industrial estates.
Crane Korea expands its fleet with two new Grove five-axle all-terrain cranes
• The Company ordered a GMK5150XL and GMK5250XL-1 to support its growing roster of projects, including constructing a new semiconductor factory in Pyeongtaek.
• Long boom lengths, high capacities, and compact footprints, make the two cranes ideal for the wide range of projects Crane Korea supports.
• The two Potain MCT 275 tower cranes were sold via Manitowoc’s Middle East sales team.
• Installation and service is being provided by local Iraqi construction equipment company HEWA Holding and Manitowoc’s dealer for Egypt, IDP.
• Family-owned crane rental company Pater upgraded its beloved Grove GMK5095 all-terrain crane for a larger 150 t GMK5150XL and is already reaping the rewards.
• The new crane got right to work, lifting 6 t concrete floor panels for a local community center in the Netherlands.
• Dutch transportation and lifting company Gaffert assigned its new GMK5250XL-1 all-terrain crane to an office development in Amsterdam to lift technical items needed for the building’s elevator fire safety system.
• The job lasted two days due to space limitations but was completed seamlessly thanks to the crane’s control and precision.
• A Grove GMK6300L-1 was rapidly deployed to assist with an aircraft salvage operation after a plane landed without its front landing gear at Istanbul Airport.
• The crane successfully lifted the 15.4 t nose of the airplane, ensuring the rescue operation was a success.
• Manitowoc hosted a Family Day event in Shady Grove, Pennsylvania, that brought together its employees and their families for a day of celebration and bonding.
• Located in the Lapa district, the updated facility has doubled its capacity and gained a new advanced crane simulator for technical and operations practices.
• Classes are provided to dealers, end users, and Manitowoc staff across Latin America in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.
• The Brazilian certified training program mirrors the content offered in Manitowoc training centers around the world
• The partnership between Manitowoc and Brooke’s House dates to 2020; the Company employs several graduates from Brooke’s House at its Shady Grove, Pennsylvania factory.
• Petrolift is a long-time user of Grove all-terrain cranes and has now added 21 new Grove cranes for 2024 to expand its product offerings.
• The company opted for Grove because of its high lifting capacities and proven reliability.
• A mix of four-, five-, and six-axle Grove cranes will join the company’s fleet this year.
• The new Potain MDLT 1109 top-slewing crane addresses the needs of large-scale infrastructure projects in Europe with a 40 t maximum capacity and 11.1 t capacity at 80 m maximum reach.
• It builds on the success of the former MD 1100 with a more compact footprint, easier transportation, and more efficient assembly.
• The MDLT 1109 also includes the latest Potain technology including the P+ load curve, Potain CCS (Crane Control System), Potain CONNECT telematics, and Cab-IN internal mast operator lift.
• The equipment allows students to practice basic crane operations and become more familiar with the controls.
• Manitowoc has provided cranes and technical support to every local chapter of the IUOE across the U.S. and Canada for more than two decades.
• AUTAA, a French lifting company and subsidiary of transport and logistics giant Charles André Group (GCA), deployed its new 300 t GMK6300L-1 all-terrain crane to assemble prefabricated modules for a local hospital’s extension.
• The crane’s compact dimensions and quiet operation impressed from the outset, ensuring operations at the hospital continued with minimal impact from the expansion work.
• Effective April 12, Jörn Henselmans serves as Vice President and General Manager for Grove All-Terrain Cranes at Manitowoc Cranes, based in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
• Henselmans joined Manitowoc in October 2013, holding roles with increasing responsibilities at the Company, most recently as VP Operations, Senior Director of Quality and Director of Manufacturing.
