Capital Equipment News June 2019

MATERIALS HANDLING

range of telescopic handlers is driven by a hydrostatic transmission. The hydrostatic drive is said to offer several benefits. “This type of transmission allows the operator to easily adjust the telehandler's speed, torque and power, as well as provide dynamic braking capabilities,” says Kudumba. “In addition, hydrostatic telehandlers have fewer moving parts, which makes servicing the machine easier. Another key advantage is the lower fuel consumption due to improved performance at lower engine rpm,” adds Kudumba. The new Liebherr telescopic handlers have a maximum speed of 40 km/hour. As an alternative, versions with throttled speeds of 20 or 30 km/h are available. “With operational costs in mind, the new range is braked without wear due to the hydrostatic drive’s self-stoppage function. Meanwhile, Liebherr’s Auto Hill Assist function, which comes as standard, ensures safety and maximum driving comfort when travelling over uneven ground thanks to the automatic activation of the parking brake,” explains Kudumba. The machines’ performance is said to have been improved as a result of the complete redesign of the hydraulics. “As an alternative to the established working hydraulics in the value models, we have equipped the S models with high- performance hydraulics,” explains Kudumba. “A powerful load sensing working hydraulic pump with an oil output of 160 ℓ /min and a control block with load-independent flow rate distribution enable overlapping working movements, ensuring dynamic and rapid operating cycles.” Another key talking point is that, for increased versatility, different machine hitches are offered for all models in the new generation of Liebherr telescopic handler models ex-works. In addition to the Liebherr quick coupler, several other quick couplers compatible with machine hitches from other OEMs, including Manitou, Kramer and JCB, are also available. “This means that customers can also use their existing tool attachments from other manufacturers on the Liebherr telescopic handlers,” says Taylor. Meanwhile, Liebherr has also entered into a strategic sales partnership to further increase its telehandler market reach. In March 2015, Liebherr entered into an OEM partnership with the Claas Group. The collaboration entails the development, production and supply of significant quantities of telescopic handlers

Available in two model lines, the new range of Liebherr’s telescopic handlers offers lifting heights from 6 m to 10 m.

“The value range is targeted at construction markets, including civil engineering, road construction, demolition and building construction. The premium range fits the bill for industrial applications, such as timber, sawmill, waste recycling and compost plants.”

Tendayi Kudumba, GM: Earthmoving Equipment at Liebherr Africa

“In addition to the Liebherr quick coupler, several other quick couplers compatible with machine hitches from other OEMs, including Manitou, Kramer and JCB, are also available. This means that customers can also use their existing tool attachments from other manufacturers on the Liebherr telescopic handlers.”

Marilynne Taylor, sales administrator manager at Liebherr Africa

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