From Concept to High Performance Product High
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From Concept to High Performance Product High
No. 2 News about crane technology from passion From Concept to High Performance Product High Performance to be continued. pa lf in g er – pas s i on – p e rformance – p o w e r – p e r f e c t i o n crane passion | 2 THE PALFINGER PRINCIP L E DEAR PARTNERS AND FRIENDS required. The new High Performance OF PALFINGER, crane series is the best demonstration of an intelligent approach which Welcome to the second issue of our builds on proven success while also crane magazine crane passion. Not much channelling new inspiration into the time has passed since the first issue modern loading crane. The new crane but the world has in the meantime generation remains true to its proud taken on a more serious disposition. tradition as a trendsetter and im- The financial crisis with its effect on presses with its design and numerous the economy is a reality and has not equipment variants which will excite left Palfinger unscathed. any crane operator. This gives us occasion to pause and You can therefore look forward to reconsider existing value systems and the continuation of the new principles but is no reason to keep a High Performance cranes, this time low profile! On the contrary. We can in the performance class from 13 to take this opportunity to clearly under- 18 metre-tonnes and take a look be- line the PALFINGER principle based on hind the scenes with us. Insights into our pillars of long-standing dealer and development, prototype construction service partnerships, well-trained and and the various testing procedures give highly-motivated employees and our an indication of how much expertise faith in Location Austria. We can also goes into a genuine PALFINGER crane. live out the unique PALFINGER spirit even more consciously and transmit We look to the future with optimism. it externally. PALFINGER has a very strong market position and an extremely sound Bravely into a new era. Inspiration, financial base. We are therefore ideally creativity and good design have now equipped to recognise and utilise op- become essential on the modern load- portunities in the present difficult mar- ing crane market. For this reason, the ket situation. So, to freely quote Albert passion for innovation, engineering, Einstein: "Amid difficulties solutions aesthetic appeal and perfection – with are to be found!" the clearly defined goal of technology leadership – must on no account be lost. Of course, everything has to be kept within acceptable bounds but brave and innovative activity is Wolfgang Pilz, CMO crane passion | 3 crane passion | 4 Table o f c o ntents E dit orial 2–3 R OO M FO R N E W ID E A S 6–7 Fr om C oncept t o H igh P e r fo r m a nc e P r od u ct 8–9 WE GE T T O T H E B O T T O M O F T H IN GS 10–11 Palfinger h igh p e r fo r m a nc e 12 T H E H IGH LIGH T S OF THE NEW CRANES 13–15 H IGH -P R E C IS IO N E X T E N S IO N S Y S T E M 16–17 T H E WAY IS T H E GO A L 18–19 crane passion | 5 FO R The passion for innovation, engineering, aesthetic appeal and perfection – with the clearly defined goal of technology leadership – is the driving force behind the creative and sustainable future development of our loading cranes. crane passion | 6 S EA INNOVATION IS OUR PASSION. NEW ID EUREKA ! Leading in technology and service, the and new developments. Palfinger PALFINGER brand is known around currently holds 62 active patents. In the world for quality and reliability. 2008 eleven further patents were filed A clear strategy – based on the three to protect technological developments pillars of innovation, internationalisation and application-specific product and diversification, highly-motivated configurations. employees and the declared philosophy of making customers more successful The strategic focus of R&D is on the use in their job are the ingredients of the of new lightweight materials and high- recipe for success. strength fine-grained structural steels as well as on the further development A strong commitment to research and of electronic systems to increase user- development as well as collaborations friendliness, safety and cost-efficiency of with universities and polytechnics create the loading crane. the foundation for countless patents crane passion | 7 From Co ncept to Hig h In every segment of the market In the new research and development The foundation stone for a reliable and PALFINGER aims to achieve leadership centre at Köstendorf attention focuses successful product is laid in the design in technology, cost-efficiency and market on subjects relating to optimisation of engineering. Detailed element calcula- position. Highest quality at competitive the loading crane in terms of weight and tions ensure an optimal ratio of crane prices is the declared aim. Through series material selection, functionality and er- weight to power. production in large volumes PALFINGER gonomics. Numerous clever minds work can consider matters of materials indefatigably on hydraulic and electronic A look behind the scenes on the develop- technology and design which are not innovations as well as in testing and ment front shows that innovations and possible for small manufacturers for prototype construction. improvements do not happen by chance reasons of capacity and cost. Large but are worked out in a precisely defined volumes, modern production technolo- Competitors are not sleeping either, but process. At an early stage development gies, modular design and synergies with there is no doubt that the technologi- teams embark on preliminary studies, other product sectors justify the high cal lead in the development of loading detailed developments and the prepara- effort and expenditure that goes into cranes rests firmly in hands of PALFINGER. tion of specifications. Key aspects include development work. the realisation of market requirements, an optimal price/performance ratio and crane passion | 8 Every day new ideas are discussed and implemented. In the final analysis what counts is to make the loading crane as cost-efficient and durable as possible. Per fo r m a nce Produ ct improvement of the power-to-weight Standardised components, such as pis- to achieve good design. In dialogue. In ratio (= ratio of dead weight to lifting tons and screw fittings for cylinders, hose a team. Always searching for something moment), taking experience from troughs, etc. are included in the PALFINGER new under the premise of maximum func- production and assembly into account. company standard as the basis for all tionality. Action that leads to results. In the future crane structures. Great importance development of the new High Performance The aim is to combine the individual is also placed on the exchangeability of cranes this was taken to heart. crane models with different lifting mo- spare parts. Components in the new ments optimally to the market using as series should as far as possible also be By way of enhancing the new cranes many of the same parts as possible. usable for predecessor models. If numerous Functional Design elements Modular design makes it possible to necessary, it should also be possible to were created to increase comfort and produce main components which differ retrofit the cranes at the dealer or safety. Specifications worked out in col- only in the thickness of the metal and can customer after delivery. laboration with industrial designers were be produced on the same equipment. taken through to series production by our A further advantage is that the stronger To create something like this so that noth- teams and in close cooperation with the component can be used as a spare part ing more needs to be added or removed is plastics processing suppliers. for several crane models. the art of good design. Hard work is required crane passion | 9 TESTING AND PROTOTYPE CONSTR UCTION In order to be able to implement the The testing and prototype construction Simulations on various test stands and extensive and complex development departments in the Köstendorf compe- testing methods such as field and con- projects in a close time-frame a highly- tence centre work diligently on product tinuous tests, DMS and impulse measure- motivated and experienced development further development. Along with the ments as well as transport simulations team is needed in the design engineering theoretical knowledge, all the experience reproduce the actual crane structure and testing department. Each individual from operating practice in the develop- loadings in a realistic laboratory situation. employee does his or her best in ment process is channelled into the nu- cooperation and consultation with all merous analyses and testing procedures From the first draft design, through departments involved to develop the for material optimisation. production to the visions of tomorrow – best loading crane. developments at PALFINGER represent an evolutionary, constant, flowing process. The preliminary examinations for the next crane generation have already begun … crane passion | 10 Dynamic loadings impulse test stand Valve test stand Laboratory Vibration testing unit ("shaker") for electronic parts DMS measurement Loading test Prototype construction at the Köstendorf competence centre crane passion | 11 M A KIN G T HE B E S T E V E N B E T T ER PALFINGER H IG H P ERFO RMANC E. TO BE CONT INUE D . Under the motto "We have made the best even better" PALFINGER consistently continues the introduction of its pioneering High Performance crane series. "Raise the curtain!" for the four new double linkage cranes in the 13 to 18 metre-tonne class With their top technological equipment the PK 13002, PK 14002 EH, PK 16002 and PK 18002 EH High Performance cranes redefine the state of the art in their league! The new High Performance cranes stand out by virtue of their perfect ratio of dead weight to lifting power. High-strength fine-grained structural steel in combination with ultra-modern equipment permits precise and flexible working even under the most difficult conditions. Strong lightweights In comparison with the predecessor models the new cranes have up to Responsibility for tomorrow High Performance 15%(!) more lifting power with only Once-only lubrication of the extension system designations a slight increase in dead weight! system with environmentally friendly 01 =Single linkage crane food-grade grease, the use of 02 =Double linkage crane PALFINGER defines the modern Cr(VI)-free pipes and fittings as well as "K" =K models are characterised loading crane water-soluble topcoat paints underline by a shorter, weight-optimised The new High Performance double the sense of responsibility PALFINGER extension system. linkage cranes impress in their classes has towards the environment. "EH"*)=Package model with E-HPLS, through innovative technology, functional Danfoss control valve, radio design and equipment features which de- remote control and oil cooler fine the modern loading crane of today. *) The "EH" models are equipped with the innovative HPLS technology. When necessary the E-HPLS reduces the working speed of the crane and at the same time increases the lifting power. The electronic control system of the high-end control valve also permits optimal multicontrollability, i.e. several crane functions can be carried out at the same time crane passion | 12 THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NEW CRA N ES FUN C T IO N AL D E S I G N . C L E A R ADVANTAGES. New control console Warning light on outrigger The result of the development work performed by our designers LEDs which backlight the control stand make it easy to read the is not only good to see but also excellent to use! Functional machine functions and provide the crane operator with a rapid design for more comfort and safety, plastic covers and internally complete overview during the working process. The integrated routed hydraulic hoses not only enhances the crane’s look but level indicator and the redesigned load chart diagram on the at the same time primarily serve to protect the user and the crane, which is individually matched to the specific crane boom crane system. Plastic covers protect sensitive crane parts from version, gives the operator an ideal view directly from the dirt and damage. They therefore reduce service and mainte- control stand. LED warning lights on the outriggers mean more nance expense and considerably increase the working life of the safety for the crane driver and passers by. The proven spiral hose loading crane. By using high-quality, particularly durable plastic to protect the hydraulic hoses is now standard on all PALFINGER materials which can be used in the temperature range from cranes. The enlarged stabilizer plates on the outriggers are -40 to +80 degrees Celsius the crane experiences an enormous movable and permit better adaptation to the ground. enhancement. For maintenance and service the consoles are easy to dismantle. crane passion | 13 THE H IGH L IG H T S O F T H E N E W CR ANES EXT E N S ION S Y S T E M . M A I N T E NANCE-FREE AND E N VIRO N M E N TA L LY F R I E NDLY. "PALFINGER inside" The use of sliding elements made of special plastic in combination with the proven KTL In addition to the perfect hardware, coating means that the arm system no longer has to be serviced by the operator. This numerous technology features set the saves time and expense, but also protects the environment. new cranes apart and make life easier for the user: KTL, PAL 50, RRC, DPS, ISC T4I HOSE DRUM SYSTEM FOR HYDRAULIC ACCESSORIES. Alternatively to the conventional hose equipment, the cranes can be fitted with a hose drum on the main boom. The "T4I" system is available for up to 4 hydraulic extensions. The hydraulic hoses are routed in the extension system and can be simply connected by means of quick- couplings. The hoses in the extension system are therefore completely protected against damage. crane passion | 14 THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NEW CRAN ES Po wer Link Plus. T he Original . There is no denying that PALFINGER defines the equipment of the modern loading crane. The Power Link Plus system and other PALFINGER innovations already belong to the state of the art in modern loading crane technology. The fact that competitors uncompromisingly and rather cheekily copy our developments simply confirms our supremacy. The use of the proven double linkage system (PALFINGER Power Link) becomes even more efficient in combination with the upwardly tiltable knuckle boom. The knuckle boom which can be angled upwards developed by PALFINGER makes it possible to carry out even the most difficult work in a restricted space with high precision. The crane can extend without difficulty through low window and door NEW and EXCLUSIVE from PALFINGER: Why should you be satisfied openings and work more efficiently in the knuckle boom that can be angled with a copy when you can have halls and other situations with height and upwards through 15 degrees ("Power the original? space restrictions. yed on large cranes, is now also available As is often the case with other technolo- The upwardly tiltable knuckle boom on models starting from the 8 metre-ton- gical features, the same question applies extends the working range of the crane ne class. With the optimisation of loading to the Power Link Plus system: "Who significantly without causing any re- capacity curves and movement geometry developed it and took it through to pro- strictions – either in terms of the space this crane series therefore also benefits duction?" The clear and obvious answer needed or to the detriment of functiona- from the expertise and market leadership is of course "PALFINGER". lity and efficiency. The crane can still be Link Plus"), which is usually only deplo- of PALFINGER in the heavy-duty folded to within the width of the vehicle crane sector. and transported in space-saving mode. The best in manoeuvrability. crane passion | 15 crane passion | 16 SERVIC E F R IEND L INESS C OM F ORT In n ovation S M OO T H LY L U B R I C PR OTEC TION ENVIR ONM ENTAL AT E D ! HI GH- P REC ISION EXTE NSION SYSTEM. THE RE S ULT: NO MAIN TENAN CE With the introduction of the new All the other elements (slide strips etc.) High Performance series PALFINGER is run grease-free. These serve only second- not only embarking on an intelligent arily as sliding elements, primarily they consolidation by making the best simply are adjustment and guidance elements. even better, but is also taking a major To protect the paintwork and prevent step in terms of product ecology and any corrosion special plastics are used environmental compatibility. The absolute for them. highlight as far as maintenance friendliness and environmental protection are The advantages at a glance: concerned is the maintenance-free – Considerably reduced maintenance extension system. effort and lower maintenance costs – Smoother running of the extension The guide blocks are made of a newly developed special plastic which in addition to low wear also possesses excellent dry-running properties. These new guide blocks are given a small amount of initial lubrication with special arms – no stick slip effect – The workplace does not get dirty as a result of dripping lubrication grease –Dust and dirt does not collect in the lubrication grease, therefore less wear – Cleaner appearance of the crane food-grade grease. The grease sinks into the surface of the guide blocks and forms a permanent layer. After the once-only initial lubrication no further servicing is required here! crane passion | 17 M A KIN G O F T H E E X T E N S I O N SY STEM THE WAY IS THE GOAL 8 7 7 1 Developed and exactly calculated by experts 2 Highly strained and mercilessly tested. Nothing is left to chance here. Any part of a genuine PALFINGER crane must be able to take it. a) Material optimisation in plastic. The properties and durability of various guide blocks are tested here. b) Simulation of dynamic loadings in lifting and slewing movements of the crane 3Perfectly manufactured in new hexagonal design. Material optimisation 6 in structural steel: precision and fully automatic hexagonal tube production 4 KTL-coated and finish-painted with environmentally friendly two-component paints 5Assembled with care and pride 6 Fitted with chromium(VI)-free pipes 7 Rigorously tested and sent out into the world Each new crane taken to the test stand prior to delivery instils a feeling of success in everyone involved and is excellently prepared for its work in the outside world! 8 Excellently equipped for a long and maintenance-free life crane passion | 18 5 The goals for a perfect extension system are clearly defined: precision, optimised weight, long service life and maximum service friendliness. The way towards finding the optimal solution is not an easy one, but it is worth pursuing. To the advantage and benefit of people and the environment! From development and testing to production and assembly the highest requirements are set for material quality and processing technologies. 3 2 b) 2 a) 3 3 1 5 3 crane passion | 19 44 KP-CRANEP02+E Next issue Checkpoint Lengau PALFINGER AG · 5101 Bergheim / Salzburg, Austria · E-Mail [email protected] · www.palfinger.com