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Manitowoc has launched the successor to its popular Grove GMK6300L all-terrain crane, the GMK6300L-1. Several improvements have been made to the structural strength of this new 300 t capacity model.

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Manitowoc has launched the successor to its popular Grove GMK6300L all-terrain crane, the GMK6300L-1. Several improvements have been made to the structural strength of this new 300 t capacity model. Its load charts have been improved by over 7% on average, when compared with the GMK6300L. At height, the improvements are even better, with advantages of over 16% in the boom length range of 70 –80 m.

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The new GMK6300L-1 features a maximum tip height of 120 m when working with its full 80 m main boom and 37 m of jib. When lifting with the main boom, it can lift up to 14 t at full height and also handle this within a 14 -28 m working radius, offering a flexible range for such applications as tower crane rigging.

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The crane is powered by a 430 kW Mercedes Benz (Euromot 4/EPA Tier 4 final) engine in the carrier that features improved fuel economy over its predecessor. This is paired with an Allison torque converter transmission. A 210 kW Mercedes Benz (Euromot 4/EPA Tier 4 final) engine powers the superstructure.

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The previous model, GMK6300L, was launched in 2010 and became an immediate worldwide hit. According to Manitowoc, the crane raced to sales of 100 units in just two years and to date more than 400 have been delivered. With its significantly improved load charts and specifications, the new GMK6300L-1 is expected to be just as popular.

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Like its predecessor, the GMK6300L-1 is equipped with Megatrak suspension, along with Manitowoc’s standard all-wheel steering. Its counterweight slabs and auxiliary hoist are interchangeable with the GMK5180-1, GMK5200-1, GMK5250L and GMK6300L, making it a particularly attractive investment for existing Grove customers.

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Manitowoc also recently introduced its first hydraulic topless luffing jib crane, the Potain MCH 125. Having previewed as a prototype at bauma China 2016 in Shanghai, the first units have since been tested on site with select dealers in Thailand, Australia and New Zealand ahead of the crane’s launch into several international markets, said the company.

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With a cutting-edge design and new technology, the crane combines the advantages of Potain’s MCR luffing jib cranes and MCT topless cranes. Contractors will find it particularly straightforward to assemble and disassemble the crane on congested sites, making it an ideal choice for urban projects, city-centre work or other jobsites where space is limited.

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Maximum capacity for the MCH 125 is 8 t, while the maximum jib length is 50 m. Tip capacity is 2 t and maximum line speed is 100 m/min when fitted with the 60 LVF 20 hoist. The crane’s innovative design offers a number of advantages, including fast erection and dismantling. The topless design means less space is needed on site, as there is no cathead to assemble at ground level before installation.

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The MCH 125 also uses Potain’s VVH hydraulic luffing technology for vertical movement of the jib, which eliminates the need for luffing wire ropes. With VVH technology, the crane is able to raise from a horizontal level to 87˚ in less than two minutes, according to Manitowoc. The hydraulics are pre-connected at the factory, thus avoiding the need to perform this duty during the crane’s on-site assembly. The hydraulic luffing design also means the crane has a shorter counter-jib and out-of-service radius when compared with rope-luffing alternatives, freeing up valuable space on congested jobsites.
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Furthermore, crane operators will enjoy the increased comfort and visibility that comes with the unit’s Vision 140 cab – it is said to be one of the largest cabs on the market. The entire upperworks of the crane, including its full 50 m of jib, can travel on just four trucks. Assembly to a height of 40 m can be achieved in less than six hours, said Manitowoc.

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The MCH 125 also features a smooth and quiet operation; and for better utilisation for fleet owners it can be mounted on existing 1.6 m or 2 m mast sections from the manufacturer’s current range. Jib sections are from the MCR range of luffing jib cranes. There are five jib configurations available, ranging from 30 to 50 m, in 5 m increments.

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The MCH 125 will be sold and supported through the extensive regional Potain dealer networks. The first production deliveries are expected to begin in early 2018, with the crane available for sale throughout Asia, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, Russia, the CIS countries and Latin America.

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Local dealers can be found on the website: www.manitowoccranes.com\r\n

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SMEC, as part of a joint venture, has been appointed as general consultant to manage and supervise the construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) Project in the Philippines.

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SMEC, as part of a joint venture led by Oriental Consultants Global Company Limited, has been appointed as general consultant to manage and supervise the construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) Project in the Philippines.

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Funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the NSCR is a 38 km long commuter railway line that connects Malolos in the province of Bulacan to Tutuban in Manila. It is part of an overall initiative by the Philippine government to expand the existing mass transportation in metropolitan Manila and adjacent areas, and alleviate serious traffic congestion in and around the capital city.

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SMEC’s scope of work includes: construction supervision; design review; tender assistance; and facilitation of the Environment Management Plan, Environment Monitoring Plan and Resettlement Action Plan. SMEC was also part of the joint venture that successfully completed the civil works design last year.

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Manitowoc has appointed Multicrane Perkasa as its new dealer for Potain cranes in Indonesia. The Jakarta-based distributor has also invested in Manitowoc Crane Care training to ensure the fast and effective service that backs up each Potain purchase.

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Manitowoc has appointed Multicrane Perkasa as its new dealer for Potain cranes in Indonesia. Based in Jakarta, Multicrane has also invested in comprehensive Manitowoc Crane Care training for five of its employees to ensure customers receive the fast and effective service that backs up each Potain purchase.

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“The brand has built up a strong reputation in Indonesia and is known for high quality, reliable cranes that are easy to maintain and operate,” said Suwandi Hudiman, vice president of sales and marketing at Multicrane Perkasa.

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In recent months Multicrane has delivered a number of Potain MCT 205 and MC 310 cranes to companies in the rental, construction and concrete industries. According to Mr Hudiman, Potain’s tower cranes are well-suited to the increasingly busy high-rise industry of Indonesia.

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“High-rise construction projects in major cities such as Jakarta and Surabaya have been fairly consistent over the past two years. Next year we expect to see more activity in the industrial construction sector for projects such as power plants, processing plants and storage facilities,” he said.

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“Potain cranes, especially the MC 310 and the MCT 205 offer strength, reliability and fast assembly, which makes them suitable for a wide range of jobsites.”

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Based in Jakarta, Multicrane specialises in wholesale distribution of construction and mining equipment. It has six locations across Indonesia, two in Java (in Jakarta and Surabaya), two in Sumatra (in Pekanbaru and Palembang), and two in Kalimantan (in Balikpapan and Samarinda).

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“Multicrane Perkasa is highly experienced and well-known within the Indonesian crane market,” said Marco Zucchet, Manitowoc director of sales and customer service for tower cranes in Asia. “The company has a great network with strong customer support credentials and we are looking forward to working with them.”

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Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University has unveiled its new sports hall - The Wave. It is believed to be the first large-scale building in Southeast Asia that features an innovative timber construction technology known as mass engineered timber (MET).

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Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University (NTU) recently inaugurated its new sports hall named The Wave. It is said to be the first large-scale building in Southeast Asia that features an innovative timber construction technology known as mass engineered timber (MET).

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According to NTU, such technology provides five times better heat insulation than concrete and is able to support a continuous 72-m wave-like roof without the need for internal columns. This opens up a cavernous three-storey space with no internal pillar, which can host three full-sized basketball courts or 13 badminton courts.

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The Wave is designed with external columns to support the seven long-span timber arches weighing over 440 t. This is possible because MET is much stronger than concrete or steel when comparing its weight-to-strength ratio, said NTU. And as the building process involves assembling prefabricated parts, construction is sped up, resulting in 25 percent savings in manpower.

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The Wave consists of 980 mechanised retractable seats, plus a special cooling system that chills the air as it enters the hall so that no conventional air-conditioning systems are needed, added NTU. Other eco-friendly features include energy-saving LED lighting and solar powered systems.

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The building is also designed to take advantage of its natural surroundings. Using computer modelling of the sun and wind patterns on-site, the building designers aimed to harness the natural winds, explained NTU, and thus good ventilation can be achieved with average wind speeds of about 0.4 m per second.

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“Sustainability is a core value of this university, and we walk the green talk, from education and research, to the building technologies on the NTU campus,” said Professor Bertil Andersson, president of NTU. “As an owner of a pine tree forest in Sweden, I’m a firm believer in sustainable forestry. I’m proud that NTU has pioneered the innovative use of wood in buildings here resulting in another iconic NTU structure, The Wave.”

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Note: More detailed information on the project will be published in the SEAC Jul/Aug 2017 issue.

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