AllCrane Sales and Service recently delivered the largest capacity standard registered knuckle boom in New Zealand. The crane was delivered to long standing customer KT Cartage. Allcrane’s Karl Leonard Technical Manager and Mobile Crane Sales explains more.
“We delivered the Fassi F1150RA.2.27 which had a few modifications to suit our customer, KT Cartage’s requirements. These modifications include a low subbase for lower mounting points and integration of the local subframe and the outriggers were offset to the cab which helps to increase stability to a greater angle forward of the outriggers,” said Karl.
The FASSI F1150 RA.2.27 features seven hydraulic boom extensions to 4730kg @17.55m and two manual extensions to 2500kg @ 22.5m. It also features V20 2000kg linepull winch with three parts of line to the hook and V20 was chosen for lighter weight. Three parts of line give a maximum lift of 6000kg @ 11m.
KT Cartage is a family business run by husband and wife team Kelvin and Emily Fitzpatrick. The business specialises in truck mounted loader cranes.
“We use a well-known and trusted range of hydraulic lifting equipment such as Fassi, and we offer lifting, loading and transport solutions for small mum and dad type lifts through to large commercial projects,” said Kelvin.
Allcrane Sales and Service has represented the FASSI range of products since 2017.
The range includes FASSI knucklebooms, Jecko mini crawler cranes, large glass handling attachments and also the Marrel hooklift product.
“We represent a range of quality products with the Fassi range and also Tadano. Having a broad range of products is important for the business as we are able to offer a number of lifting solutions to meet the specific requirements of our customers. We have had huge success with the Fassi product which has allowed us to become a top player in the NZ market,” said Karl.
The new FASSI features the FX900 Fassi V7S radio remote control system which displays on a colour screen all the relevant information as to how the crane is performing. The Internet of Cranes (IOC) allows remote access to the crane and all data points can be monitored. Service scheduling can be checked, and the parameters of the crane can be modified by Allcrane Sales and Service.
In case of a sensor failure/damage there is a sensor shut off to which allows the crane to pack up safely. If a part is supplied, it can be programmed remotely by a technician without the need for a callout.
If an issue arises during a job, an Allcrane technician can login to the crane (only with the permission and activation of the owner) and monitor the crane, providing advice and assistance in real time. The ACF feature for automatic unfold and folding of the crane is managed with one lever.
KT Cartage is a significant customer for Allcranes Sales and Service confirms Karl.
“Kelvin and Emily have been working with Allcrane since 2016 when they purchased a Cormach 275000E8. Because of the support and service we provided for that product, they have continued the relationship and gone on to purchase a Fassi F185A.2.25, F710RA.2.26, F120B.2.23 which are all new crane purchases,” said Karl.
Product support is a major focus for the entire Allcrane Sales and Service organisation.
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