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Wolffkran Enhances Crane Safety and Usability With New Control and Camera Systems
Wolffkran is unveiling major upgrades in crane technology, including its enhanced Wolff Crane Control System and the debut of the in-house-developed Wolff Cam hook camera. The upgraded control system features a 10-inch high-resolution display with intuitive navigation, user profiles, role-based views and real-time fleet management via Wolff Link.
Profinet-based data transmission enables faster diagnostics, reduced downtime and easier maintenance, supported by a smart, magazine-style manual. Powered by Siemens’ latest programmable logic controller, the system delivers faster response, smoother movements, continuous safety monitoring and integration with Wolff’ s HiSPS and anti-collision systems. Future updates will enhance graphical swing area controls.
The Wolff Cam expands operator visibility with a live load feed, even in low visibility. It integrates with the control system or operates standalone on older cranes, featuring hook-block mounting and dual rechargeable batteries. Starting mid-2025, both technologies will roll out across all Wolff crane models.
Saguenay Port Orders First Electric Konecranes Mobile Harbor Crane
The Saguenay Port Authority in Quebec has ordered a Konecranes
Gottwald ESP. 6B Mobile Harbor Crane as part of a new cargo handling system under development. The electric-powered crane is scheduled for delivery in Q3 2025, following an order booked in Q1.
Port Saguenay offers year-round access to north-central Quebec. Its deepwater harbor accommodates vessels up to 110,231 U. S. tons, and with this new investment, the port aims to expand capacity and improve operational efficiency.
The ESP. 6B Mobile Harbor Crane will run primarily on external electric power, helping to reduce emissions compared to diesel alternatives.
It features an electric cable reel at the boom top for operating electric hook rotators and spreaders.
With a lifting capacity of up to 138 U. S. tons, the crane is equipped to handle bulk materials like iron ore and de-icing salt, as well as containers and general cargo.
The project aligns with Konecranes’ broader Ecolifting initiative, which focuses on reducing the carbon footprint of lifting operations through eco-optimized diesel drives, hybrid systems and fully electric fleets.
Liebherr Sees Further Growth
High atop an Austrian glacier, a Liebherr flat-top tower crane works at an altitude of almost 9,000 feet.
Liebherr ended 2024 with record revenue of $ 15.8 billion, up $ 623 million or 4.1 % from the previous year. Seven of its 13 product segments saw growth, despite subdued demand in construction. Strong performance in mobile cranes, aerospace components, mining and gear technology offset this.
The construction and mining segment saw 3.5 % growth to $ 10.7 billion, while other segments— including maritime cranes, aerospace, gear technology, automation, appliances, components and hotels— rose 5.5 % to $ 5.1 billion.
Regional trends varied. Sales rose in Asia, Oceania, North America and parts of Africa, but declined in Europe, Central and South America.
Net income reached $ 278 million, and the workforce grew to 54,728. The company invested $ 720 million in R & D, focusing on alternative drives and digitalization, and $ 1.07 billion in production and service expansions. Moderate growth is expected in 2025.
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May 2025 • www. cranehotline. com