15.05.2012

A multipurpose spider

Italian construction equipment manufacturer Cormidi has introduced a new two model multipurpose KB-X P spider lift/spider crane range

The company’s new KB19-12 and 22-13 models combine a work platform, crane and tool handler into a single base model with maximum working and lifting heights of between 19 and 22 metres.

When the KB22-13 is fitted with a platform, the four section main boom and double articulated telescopic jib offers a working height of 22.5 metres and an outreach of nine metres with a platform capacity of 200kg, or 12 metres with 80kg. The lift also provides around seven metres of horizontal outreach at an up and over height of around 14 metres.

The telescopic double articulation jib also gives the unit some under-bridge capability – reaching four metres below ground level, with the ability to work directly under the machine itself. The double articulation also makes this an incredibly compact machine when stowed. Overall weight of the 22-13 in work platform mode is 3,100kg.
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The main boom and double articulated telescopic jib offers around seven metres of horizontal outreach at an up and over height of around 14 metres.

With the platform removed the unit is quickly converted to a spider crane with a maximum of 800kg. Alternatively other attachments than a hook or a winch, can be fitted to the boom, including those requiring hydraulic power, such as a glass panel handler, or hydraulic demolition breaker. The crane model weighs in at 2,885kg.
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With the platform removed the unit is quickly converted to a spider crane

The KB range can either be controlled by the control box or by a remote transmitter which displays the operating data on an LCD screen. It can automatically adjust the engine power, optimising speed for smoother movements, and includes auto-levelling outriggers.
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The company’s new KB range with maximum working and lifting heights of between 13 and 22 metres

The IPSone telematics system is able to connect with Cormidi technicians to assist with trouble shooting or for owners to see usage patterns etc, while a data logger stores information and can highlight anomalies and misuse of the machine.

Vertikal Comment

Cormidi has had a small spider lift in its range for many years, but never really marketed it, this new machine is quite different and looks like a product that might have originally been produced as a special for a particular client.

There is no question however that such a polyvalent machine will interest a number of specialist contractors who like to own their equipment, or smaller rental companies that are looking for machines that are both adaptable and that solve specific customer problems.

If marketed and supported correctly this product could do well.