UK rental company Emerson Crane Hire has taken delivery of the first 110 tonne Liebherr LTM 1110-5.2 crane in the UK.
The five axle crane, one of the first 10 units to be equipped with Liebherr’s new Liccon 3 control system, has a seven section, 60 metre main boom with a 10.8 to 19 metre bifold swingaway extension that can be offset by up to 40 degrees. Two extra inserts can be added between the boom nose and extension to provide a maximum tip height of 96 metres. Other updates include a ZF TraXon gearbox with DynamicPerform clutch and the latest chassis and superstructure cabs. In the UK the crane can travel with all of its 29 tonnes of counterweight on board.
The new crane on its way
The third generation Liccon retains its hardware but gets a new software package and programming language as well as faster data bus, more storage space and extra computing power, along with an improved in cab touchscreen display.
Emerson ordered the new crane with the central lubrication system on the carrier, the fast change counterweight system for easy reduction of axle weights and - like the rest of its fleet - remote controls and biodegradable hydraulic oil.
(L-R) Liam Clancy of Emerson, Steve Elliot of Liebherr and Wayne Carr of Emerson
Emerson managing director Liam Clancy said: “We are thrilled to have the first crane with Liccon3 system in the UK, marking a significant milestone for our business. We take pride in offering our customers the latest technology integrated into the LTM 1110-5.2. The advancements in this model enhance its performance which better caters to the needs of our clients' projects. Additionally, our operators can look forward to operating a Liebherr machine that is not only state of the art but also provides comfort and ease of use for years to come. The revamped front cab adds a modern touch to the aesthetics of this crane, setting it apart from others in our fleet. We are excited to see this exceptional machine in action with our customers.”
Emerson Crane Hire was established by Edward Clancy in 1991 and now operates from three locations in Greater London: - Dagenham, Basildon and Iver - with a fleet that ranges from three to 450 tonnes made up of mini crawler, spider, All terrain and mobile tower cranes.
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