Palfinger at Bauma 2016

The PALFINGER Group is looking to the future with optimism; after all, business performance in the first three quarters of 2015 was characterised by consistently strong growth. The positive growth in sales and the increase in the EBIT margin validate the PALFINGER Group's systematic implementation of its strategy of tapping into international markets and, once again, demonstrate the success of the strategic pillars of innovation, flexibilisation and internationalisation.

Taking place from 11 to 17 April 2016 in Munich, BAUMA is the world's leading trade fair for the construction, construction machinery and mining industry and offers us an optimum platform for demonstrating our competitive edge as a leader in innovation. PALFINGER products demonstrate their strengths in performance, quality and service day in and day out – for the entire product lifetime. They thus live up to our brand promise of LIFETIME EXCELLENCE, as we know that the only way to hold your ground and to further expand your market position in the long term is through cost-effective, reliable and innovative products.

This is why several crane innovations will celebrate their global premiere at PALFINGER's large main stand. PALFINGER is launching a new crane series in the form of the new heavy-duty crane PK 165.002 TEC 7. Designed for carrier vehicles with a maximum permissible gross vehicle weight of 32 tonnes, the PK 165.002 TEC 7 achieves a new dimension in terms of weight saving. The PK 165.002 TEC 7 combines extraordinary strength with a large reach, yet is 800 kg lighter than its predecessor, the PK 150.002.

There is a further market innovation in store in the form of the fall protection modefeature. PALFINGER is the first crane manufacturer to offer a personal protection mode for loader cranes and is thus an absolute pioneer when it comes to safety.

Once again, PALFINGER is getting top marks in construction material transport with the innovative L-crane model series. In addition to familiar features such as a 440° slewing angle and an excellent loading height, the technical innovations in the L-crane series are impressive: slewing gear mounted in an oil bath, internally routed hoses and an ergonomically optimised top seat with new joystick control. These characteristics improve the efficiency of the day-to-day handling of building materials and are a strong argument for the new L series.

With the launch of the new SOLID models, the existing models PK 16.001, PK 16.001-K and PK 18.001 EH will be replaced. SOLID stands for robust, easy and cost-effective cranes. A characteristic feature of the new SOLID models is a boom system that can be overstretched with a single elbow lever, known as the Single Link Plus. SOLID models are offered in three different configurations. The PK 17.001 SLD 1 is the NON-CE entry level model and is delivered without overload protection in basic version. The PK 17.001 SLD 3 is already equipped with Paltronic 50 in the basic version and available as NON-CE and CE-Version. The top-version of the SOLID models is the PK 19.001 SLD 5. It is equipped with Paltronic 50, E-HPLS, radio remote control and a load-sensing control valve. Furthermore the new SOLID compact crane series celebrates its global premiere at BAUMA. Due to the Single Link Plus the PK 5.001 SLD 3, the PK 7.001 K SLD 3 and the PK 7.501 SLD 5 provide much better movement geometry than previous models and with the PK 7.501K SLD 5, also a HPLS crane in the 7 m range is being offered for the first time. The reach has been extended thereby from 6.9 metres to 8.8 metres by means of a third extension boom.

PALFINGER constantly works on innovative complete solutions that have been optimally adapted to customer requirements for all cranes, no matter what their size. This includes mounting and operating the crane simply, efficiently and safely. In addition to factory-mounted complete vehicles, the service range of the PALFINGER Mounting Competence Centre will be presented at BAUMA as well. Together with the PALFINGER Equipment Centre, a wide range of options for plant set-up and add-on components will be presented. PALFINGER offers special assembly solutions such as front stabiliser construction kits and aluminium tanks that have been optimally adapted to truck requirements. When it comes to mounting equipment as well, PALFINGER demonstrates its high quality standards with its toolboxes and mudguards. 

International trade specialists will have their first opportunity to view the new EPSILON M12Z at PALFINGER's main stand. With the presentation of the new M series, EPSILON is heralding in a new era in construction and recycling applications. Usage-optimised design, extraordinary comfort and outstanding technology are combined in these top-class cranes and make everyday jobs much easier with new reaches and precise control. In addition, the tried-and-tested PALFINGER HPSC system now ensures particularly efficient stability monitoring as standard. The new Master Drive top seat adds to the performance of the EPSILON model series by means of a multifunction command centre with perfect ergonomics, operational safety and comfort.

PALFINGER will present yet another highlight with the new P 750 at the access platform booth. This product completes the Jumbo Class NX (next generation). With a working height of 75 metres and a lateral reach of 39 metres it gets best marks in its class. As usual in this class the hydraulically operated X-jib between the upper boom and the workman basket gives the new P 750 unparalleled abilities and allows for precision working at the highest level. It can be controlled individually for especially precise positioning and offers a work area of 240 degrees. This is supplemented by a basket rotation of 2 x 200 degrees. It is just as flexible as a wrist above an extended arm and allows exact orientation. Thanks to this enormous flexibility and the sensitive proportional controller, the new P750, just like all Jumbo Class NX platforms, can now take on demanding tasks at a huge height as well – tasks in which conventional access platforms reach their limits due to their design. By means of additional stowage boxes beneath the aluminium cover, the Jumbo Class NX offers comprehensive storage space for tools and equipment.

Right beside Palfinger Platforms Italy is going to introduce an innovative range of crawler mounted platforms and presents the latest models of the so called Low Smart Series.

International trade specialists will also have their first opportunity to view the new ISOTIP hookloader. As well as a conventional hookloader container, this can also pick up a 20' ISO marine freight container. Up to now, picking up and transporting 20' ISO containers was possible only with additional loading equipment such as forklifts, loader cranes and reach stackers. The new ISOTIP hookloader now offers an inexpensive alternative for customers who also want to transport ISO containers in addition to conventional hookloader containers. With a lifting capacity of up to 23 tonnes as well as the latest hookloader control system "Pro Active Drive" in conjunction with the PAD radio remote control and following the PALFINGER mounting concept SAM (Secured Advanced Mounting), the ISOTIP represents the latest innovation in hookloaders from the PALFINGER Group.

The new generation of the DIN skiploader will also be on show at PALFINGER's main stand. In addition to the hydraulic four-point container restraint, PALFINGER will present the novel single-hand radio remote control, which features outstanding safety, user-friendliness and ergonomics. The expanded range of PALFINGER skiploaders now includes factory paintwork, preparation for easy assembly and an integrated underride guard.

PALFINGER main stand: FN 826/5
PALFINGER access platforms: FS 1304/1