Issue #1 The magazine with a passion for crane technology >

WE PROUDLY PRESENT " CRANE PASSION " > DEAR PARTNERS AND FRIENDS OF PALFINGER, With the creation of our new magazi-ne crane passion, we have launched a publication whose sole aim is to explore PALFINGERs crane technology. It repre- sents, in other words, a clear commit- ment to our core competency. Cranes in all of their complexity Җ from the development to the production phase will be the focus of the magazine.With this publication we hope to give our customers an idea of the PALFINGER world of crane technology and also convey a sense of PALFINGER֒s unique spirit since there֒s a lot more than...

EDITORIAL 23 DESIGN FOLLOWS FUNCTION 6֖7 POWERFUL PERSONALITIES 89 THE ART OF FINDING THE RIGHT MATERIAL 10֖11 WHAT ELSE YOULL FIND IN A PALFINGER HIGH PERFORMANCE HEAVY-DUTY CRANE 12Җ13 PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT IS SECOND NATURE 1415 CRANES WITH A PROFILE 16֖19 > crane passion | 5 size="-2">

What youll find in a PALFINGER product is more than just the sum of its steel, hydraulic and electronic components. As compared to the competition, the added benefits of our products lie in the experience, stability, responsibility, and clearly defined areas of expertise that went into making them. The factors underlying our success include our readiness to meet the ever-changing demands of the market, our exceptional commitment to research and develop- ment, our state-of-the-art production facilities, as well as our permanent focus on design.Our passion for continual improvement in functionality,...

A DIALOGUE ON DESIGN DEVELOPMENT For PALFINGER design is evolutionary: innovation and development are truly an ongoing, fluid process. Acting on new ideas while improving old ones is a team effort, a dialogue among clients, dealers, product management, engineers, and sales and service staff.Realizing that "the customer is the best developer", we always have an open ear for customer demands and ideas. In the development phase, we attempt to incorporate features into our new machinery which will ultimately benefit the customer in terms of on-the-job comfort, technical advancements, safety, and...

PALFINGER. The most intelligent interpretation since the introduction of loading cranes. > High Performance !A crane that immediately stands out from the crowd with its new stylistic vocabulary. A crane in both concept and performance just like a PALFINGER should be. Under the banner "Reduce to the max", our new stylistic vocabulary is with it. ֖ In terms of design and selection of materials. Synthetic cover elements dominate the appearance. The synthetic covers over the control valve, slewing system and hydraulic hoses are all real eye-catchers.Synthetic covers protect sensitive crane components...

AT PALFINGER, NOTHING IS LEFT TO CHANCE. THE SYNTHETICS, ALONG WITH THEIR MANUFACTURING PROCESS, FOR ALL COVER AND FUNCTIONAL DESIGN ELEMENTS WERE SPECIALLY DEVELOPED IN COLLABORATION WITH UNIVERSITIES AND SYNTHETICS EXPERTS FROM THE AUTO INDUSTRY. The synthetics used in the crane column casings are manufactured by means of the R-RIM process (Reinforced Reaction Injection Molding).Wherever ergonomics, durability and shock-absorbent elements are called for, parts molded out of polyurethane foam are the ideal solution. Density, shore hardness, tensile strength, color and the fitting of fasteners...

All crane column casings are applied with a pearl structure coating for long-lasting UV protection. Qualities of synthetic casings at a glance: - Optimal light-weight construction - Ergonomic shapes - High resistance to temperature and UV rays - Premium appearance and surface feel - Impact-resistant, sturdy and robust The process: In R-RIM (Reinforced reac-tion injection molding) two components (polyol and isocyanate) and a flexibilizer are mixed in a so-called mix head to increase impact resistance and injected under high pressure into a molding tool. The exothermic reaction of the components...

INTERNALLY ROUTED HOSE GUIDE ON THE MAIN BOOM The hydraulic hoses between the main and outer booms are internally routed. This invention, which is to be patented, provides protection against dirt and damage. DOUBLE SLEWING MECHANISM WITH TWO ROTARY DRIVES The source of power. The double slewing mechanism with two rotary drives is absolutely unique in this performance class. Since the two gears are hydrauli- cally oppositely prestressed, the cranes slewing play is reduced to a minimum Җ a priceless advantage for jobs requiring a high outreach. MAINTENANCE-FREE BOOM EXTENSION SYSTEM PALFINGERs...

13 PALFINGER "INSIDE" In addition to the perfect hardware, the new cranes are also distinguished by their numerous "soft skills" which make life easier for their operators: KTL, PAL 50, RRC, AOS, DPS, ISC CABLE WINCH The lateral cable guide of the cable winch on crane/fly jib combinations is the smart answer to questions of how to increase comfort, facilitate work and save time. The cable can be sheaved and remain in transport position, thus making unthreading of the cable, disassembly of the trolley head, and intermediate and reversing pulleys all things of the past.Also available is a laterally...

INNOVATION COMFORT ֖ SAFETY High Performance line, PALFINGER is not only paving the way towards intelligent consolidation ֖ by "simply making the best even better" but is also aiming for product ecology and recyclability. Steel components, hydraulic valves, brackets and pipes can all be completely recycled. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION In addition to its passion for ongoing improvements in functionality, efficiency and safety, PALFINGER is also aware of its responsibility towards people (employees, dealers and customers) and the environment. Sustainability, careful ma- nagement of resources, and...

ENVIRONMENTALLY COMPATIBLE COATING TECHNOLOGY MAINTENANCE-FREE BOOM EXTENSION SYSTEM PALFINGER High Performance cranes are coated by cathotic dip painting. In addition to the benefits of KTL coating, the environmental compatibility of both the paints and the painting process is also striking: the two-pack paints used in the process are water- soluble. The sliding elements are molded from special synthetic material and have self-lubricating properties. No further servicing is required after the primary lubrication, in which the same grease is used as in the food industry. All other elements (slide...