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“We have purchase two of Cranepower’s CP 300-UPS units as we see this technology supporting Reds Global’s goals of sustainability, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. We chose Cranepower products primarily for their environmental and economic benefits as they are more cost effective to operate than traditional diesel generators, with lower running costs and minimal maintenance,” said Jason.
Jason and his teams have been impressed with the performance of Cranepower’s CP 300-UPS. “The CP 300-UPS has demonstrated impressive performance in various applications. It provides reliable power for our cranes and the unit offers robust surge protection, ensuring the safety and longevity of connected equipment. The compact, silent, and easily transportable design of Cranepower units has proven to be a dependable and efficient power solution,” he said.
“By integrating Cranepower units, Reds Global is actively working towards providing sustainable construction practices. This move not only aligns with our environmental goals but also enhances operational effectiveness and safety on construction sites by providing a cleaner and healthier work environment,” said Jason.
“Reds Global is deeply committed to our sustainability responsibilities. Our approach includes integrating renewable energy sources, waste minimisation and reducing our carbon footprint. By adopting innovative technologies and maintainable practices, Reds Global aims to create a more sustainable future for the construction sector. The Cranepower product plays a crucial role in this strategy. These battery units significantly reduce CO2 emissions and eliminate diesel fumes, which aligns with Reds Global’s targets,” he said.
Jason sees a bright future for Cranepower’s technology. “In my opinion, Cranepower technology is poised to become a significant part of the crane landscape in the future. The construction industry is increasingly prioritising sustainability, and the shift towards electric and hybrid cranes is a clear trend. These cranes offer substantial environmental benefits, such as reduced greenhouse gas emissions and lower noise levels, making them ideal for urban construction projects.
“Additionally, advancements in battery technology are extending the operating hours of electric cranes. As the industry continues to embrace eco-friendly solutions, technologies like Cranepower will likely play a crucial role in shaping a greener and more efficient future for crane operations,” said Jason.
Cranepower has engaged local full time representation to help manage the demand for the CP-300 UPS Australia.
Jason Pearce, who operates his own business JP Energy, has been engaged to represent Cranepower’s CP-300 UPS throughout Australia. He is well experienced in the crane industry.
“I’ve been in the crane industry for 30 years. I started in a mobile crane operations and rigging in the steelworks at Port Kembla and ended up with Transfield for a few years. I moved into the wind turbine sector for a while then across to Manitowoc and was there for four years. I then moved to a tower crane company where I spent 10 years and that’s where I met Elliot and Graham from Cranepower,” said Jason.
Jason had been examining battery technology for a number of years to understand what was suitable for the tower crane sector and the CranepowerCP-300 UPS was the best unit he found for the operation of cranes and hoists.
The CP-300 works by buffering the intermittent peak loads typical of cranes and hoists, converting them into smaller, more manageable average loads (32A or less). This eliminates the need for large diesel generators or expensive transformer installations on the construction site. Engineered with the latest power conversion and battery technology, the CP-300 packs a serious punch with its 300kVA rated output, powerful enough to supply large tower cranes and personnel hoists. Packaged into a rugged, stainless-steel enclosure with integrated filtration and IP65 ingress protection, the CP-300 is designed to survive the harshest construction sites while supplying clean, silent, zero-emission power.
“In my experience, the Cranepower CP 300 is really tightly focused on cranes and hoists. It’s small and light which makes it easy to find a place for it on site. It’s built and packaged, really nicely, it’s ‘On brand’ and intelligent,” said Jason.
Since starting with Cranepower earlier in the year, Jason has been impressed with how the market has responded to the CP- 300 technology.
“Since starting, I’ve spoken to approximately 150 potential customers and the technology has been received really well, with everyone really excited about the possibilities. Areas of the market aren’t aware of the technology, so it has been a case of creating awareness, helping people understand what’s in the market and what’s possible.
“We’re at the point where the technology has caught up to the market’s demand and the price point has come down. Now we can compete with diesel generators on price, not so much the purchase price, but the weekly cost of running a diesel generator. End users are keen because it’s clean and it’s green,” said Jason.
The construction sector is constantly examining ways to reduce carbon emissions and carbon footprints which is accelerating the acceptance of this type of technology says Jason.
“We are all working towards a sustainable future and construction is no different. Builders are wanting to understand the sustainable pathway of suppliers, including cranage suppliers and they want to see emissions limited on site wherever possible.
“I also talk about energy security. We are not refining our own fuel anymore and as the unrest in the world continues, the fluctuation in diesel prices continue to be unpredictable as is supply. We are seeing a significant increase in the popularity of electric tower cranes but one of the great ironies as I see it, is they are being powered by diesel generators when they get to site, which defeats the object of the exercise somewhat,” said Jason.