Liebherr delivers crane to Steel Work Construction (SWC), marking the first ever crawler for the UK-based company.
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A Liebherr LTR 1100 telescopic boom crawler crane has debuted for contractor Steel Work Construction (SWC) as it works on a major factory development in North Wales.
Located in Deeside, North Wales, the Shotton Paper Mill expansion and redevelopment will see the former paper factory rededicated to cardboard, corrugated packaging and tissue paper production.
SWC has been using its LTR 1100 telescopic boom crawler crane to load steel into the worksite and to move columns, which weigh up to 8 tonnes each, using the LTR’s pick and carry ability.
The expansion and redevelopment has seen the LTR 1000 use its 52m main boom, topped by a 10.6 to 18.9m bi-fold swingaway extension which can offset by up to 40 degrees.
The LTR 1000 also features Tier 4 compliant diesel engine, Bluetooth remote controls and Liebherr’s Liccon 2 operating system, which allows the operator to view a load chart, select different configurations and adjust the controls to suit the task at hand.
SWC managing director Ben Lee said the company was excited to welcome its first crawler crane to the company fleet.
“The Liebherr LTR 1100 boasts impressive features including seamless transportability and operational efficiency during on-site set up,” he said.
“The pick and carry capabilities enable the crawler crane to work where two mobile cranes normally would. Furthermore, its versatility allows us to venture into different sectors, expanding our scope.
“We are looking forward to adding further Liebherr crawlers and mobile cranes to the fleet this year.”
Based in Preston, Lancashire SWC runs a fleet of 12 all-terrain cranes alongside its new telecrawler, offering services including steel erection, onsite fabrication, welding and crane and equipment rental throughout the United Kingdom.