Technical Description

HMK 170 E

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE

1.0 CHASSIS 4
1.1 Steel Structure.................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Propping System................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Travel Drive......................................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Hydraulic Oil Generation for the chassis.............................................................................5
2.0 SUPERSTRUCTURE 6
2.1 Protective Housing.............................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Diesel Generator Set........................................................................................................... 6
2.3 Hoist Drive........................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Slewing Gear Drive............................................................................................................. 8
2.5 Luffing Gear........................................................................................................................ 8
2.6 Counterweight..................................................................................................................... 9
3.0 TOWER / BOOM SYSTEM 9
3.1 Tower.................................................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Luffing Boom....................................................................................................................... 9
3.3 Access to Tower Cabin....................................................................................................... 9
4.0 TOWER CABIN 10
4.1 Operating and Control Instruments...................................................................................10
4.2 Crane Management System.............................................................................................11
5.0 LOAD CARRYING DEVICE 11

6.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 11

6.1 Load Indicator / Overload Safety Device...........................................................................11
6.2 Safety Device for Crane Travelling....................................................................................11
6.3 Propping Supervisory........................................................................................................ 12
6.4 Limit Switches................................................................................................................... 12
6.5 Safety Valves.................................................................................................................... 12
6.6 Windmeter......................................................................................................................... 12
6.7 Emergency Stop................................................................................................................ 12
7.0 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 12
7.1 Data Sensing and Fault Detection - Central computer......................................................13
7.2 Lighting.............................................................................................................................. 13
7.3 Operating Hours Meters.................................................................................................... 14
7.4 Printer for diagnostic and production data.........................................................................14
7.5 Operating Assistance by Telecamera...............................................................................14
8.0 SURFACE PROTECTION 14

9.0 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 14

9.1 Cable Reeling Drum at Jib Head.......................................................................................15
9.2 Hook Swivel Gear............................................................................................................. 15
9.3 Fully Automatic Spreader Systems...................................................................................15
9.4 Manual Fix-Spreader......................................................................................................... 16

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9.5 Semi-Automatic Fix-Spreader...........................................................................................17
9.6 Remote Controlled Motor Grab......................................................................................... 17
9.7 Four-Rope Grab Hoisting Drive.........................................................................................17
9.8 External Power Supply...................................................................................................... 17
9.9 Drivers cabin..................................................................................................................... 18

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1.0 CHASSIS

Multi-axle chassis with wide spacing of wheel axles for optimum stability
during travelling on rubber tyres.

1.1 Steel Structure

Welded torsion resistant steel structure in box-type construction suited to
take up loads and shocks caused by crane and travel operation.
1.1.1 Transport Brackets
4 solid brackets are welded to the chassis frame to lift the fully rigged
crane.
1.1.2 Access to Chassis
Stairways provide access to the chassis from the ground.

1.2 Propping System

Two stabilizer boxes are integrated in the steel structure of the chassis.
Each one houses two outrigger beams. The outrigger beams are exten-
ded and retracted hydraulically by means of extension cylinders located
in the stabilizer boxes. The stabilizer pads are lowered to prop the crane
and raised hydraulically by means of a jack cylinder located in each
beam. All the extension cylinders can be extended/retracted together
and all the jack cylinders can subsequently be lowered/raised in auto -
matic mode or individually in manual mode.
The stabilizers are adjusting themselves automatically to level the crane.
Final adjustment can be carried out by means of a pushbutton in the
tower cab control panel. Bubble-type levelling devices are located next to
the cab control to help level the crane precisely.
The hydraulic pressure for the stabilizers is generated by an electrically
driven hydraulic pump located in the superstructure.
1.2.1 Stabilizer Pads
The stabilizer pads are hinged-mounted cardanically on the jack cylin-
ders. When the crane has to be travelled through narrow passages, they
can easily be removed by disconnecting only one bolt on each cylinder.

1.3 Travel Drive

The crane travels fully rigged. Hydraulic motors are flanged to each of
the drive axles. The torque is distributed equally between the driven
axles by means of hydraulics.

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1.3.1 Axles
The crane is fitted with double wheel type axles. The drive axles are
equipped with differential gears in the axle center and planetary gears in
the wheel hubs.
1.3.2 Axle Suspension
The axles are mechanically suspended in equalizer systems, which allow
an individual vertical wheel movement. The equalizer system distributes
the load of the total weight equally to all axles irrespective of the ground
conditions.
1.3.3 Steering
All steered axles are connected by tie rods so that simultaneous steering
is guaranteed. The crane is steered from the tower cab.
1.3.4 Brakes
Travel is initially braked hydraulically by means of brake valves. Further-
more hydraulically operated service brakes act on the wheel expander
devices. An additional spring-loaded parking brake acts on the drive
axles and applies automatically after the crane travel motion is stopped.
1.3.5 Travel Control
Travel is controlled from the tower cab and optionally from the additional
cab on the chassis. This includes control of travel drive, steering, braking
as well as lowering the crane from the propped position onto the rubber
tyres. The crane is accelerated smoothly up to maximum speed in both
directions.
1.3.6 Illumination under Travelling Conditions
During travelling, the following lights are automatically in use:
 yellow flasher lights fitted to the superstructure

1.4 Hydraulic Oil Generation for the chassis

The hydraulic oil for supply of propping, steering, travelling and braking
system is generated by variable displacement axial piston pumps driven
by an electric motor. This unit is located on the superstructure.

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2.0 SUPERSTRUCTURE

The superstructure comprises a heavy torsion resistant steel construc-

tion in platform design providing optimum stability to absorb all stresses
caused during operation and allowing spacious access to all electrical
and mechanical equipment for maintenance purposes.
The superstructure houses the diesel generator set, the hoist drive, the
slewing gear drive, the hydraulic system for the luffing cylinder, the elec-
trics room, the tower and the counterweights. Stairways at the front
provide convenient access to the superstructure.

2.1 Protective Housing

In order to protect vital crane parts against the influences of the environ -
ment, the superstructure equipment is located in a compound sheet
metal machinery housing. The panelling can be partly dismantled, if re-
quired, so that any of the drive assemblies can be stripped. Doors
provide access to the machinery and electrics room.
The machinery house is fitted with fluorescent tube lighting, the half of
which acts as emergency lighting.
The machinery house is divided into three separate rooms:
 the diesel engine room,
 the drive assembly room,
 the electrics room.
The Programmable Logic Control unit with supervisory drive control and
the thyristor groups are housed in cabinets in the electrics room.
The hoist rope outlet is protected against rainfall and dust by means of
rubber seals.
2.1.1 Communication System
The following is part of the scope of supply:
Intercom system with headphone/microphone sets for communication
between the machinery room, diesel engine room, superstructure elec-
trics room and tower cab as well as an external loudspeaker and ampli-
fier with microphone in the tower cab.

2.2 Diesel Generator Set

The power for the crane drives is generated by a diesel engine. The en -
gine is amply dimensioned so that all crane functions can be carried out
simultaneously and independently and with full power.
The engine is equipped with starter, flywheel and connected to a three-
phase AC generator.

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 The control unit next to the diesel engine is fitted with start and stop but-
ton, key-operated ignition and digital display unit for:
 engine oil pressure
 engine cooling water temperature
 engine r.p.m.
 engine running hours
 battery voltage
 fuel level
Batteries with a battery switch are located in the diesel engine room.
2.2.1 Fuel Tank
The fuel tank is adequately sized for an extensive operating period.

2.3 Hoist Drive

The crane is equipped with a hoist drive with a modular design which
consists of the DC motor, spring-loaded calliper disk brake, fully en-
closed reduction gear unit and machine-grooved rope drum.
Two ropes are wound on the drum in one single layer so that excessive
wear is prevented. Both rope ends are connected directly to the hook, i.
e. hook speed equals line speed.
A horizontal load path during luffing (level luffing) is achieved due to the
3-fold reeving of the hoist ropes between tower and boom head.
2.3.1 Lubrication
The gearbox run in an oil-bath and the oil-level is controlled.
2.3.2 Hoist Brake
The hoisting motion is braked electrically by means of the hoist motor
drive. As soon as the hook is brought to a near standstill a hydraulically
spring-loaded calliper disk brake is applied automatically. It also acts as
emergency brake in the event of an electrical failure.
2.3.3 Hoist Control System
The electric motor is a separately excited DC shunt motor. The power for
the hoist is supplied by thyristors. The DC drive system provides a
fullrange of variable speed control. The maximum possible hoisting
speed is automatically increased with reduced load.
Due to the DC technology, only the power which is required for the lifting
work is actually consumed.
The smooth acceleration and deceleration protects crane mechanical as
well as structural parts.

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2.4 Slewing Gear Drive
The slewing gear drive with its modular design consists of a DC electric
motor, flexible coupling, disk brake, fully enclosed reduction pin wheel
gear which meshes with the inner gear of the slew rim.
2.4.1 Lubrication
Oil bath is provided for the gearing and grease lubrication for the mesh-
ing of slew rim pinion.
2.4.2 Slewing Gear Brake
The slewing motion is braked primarily electrically. The spring-loaded
slewing gear disk brake is operated automatically. It also acts automatic-
ally as emergency brake in the event of an electrical failure.
2.4.3 Slewing Control
The electric motor is a separately excited DC shunt motor. The power for
the slewing is supplied by thyristors in regenerative anti-parallel connec-
tion. The DC drive system provides a smooth and variable acceleration
and braking control. The maximum speed varies with the boom outreach
and is regulated automatically.

2.5 Luffing Gear

The boom is luffed in and out by means of a differential hydraulic cylin-
der, which holds the boom in any desired position. The cylinder is moun-
ted below the boom and the boom may be lowered to the ground for
maintenance purposes. Brake valves control the cylinder movement.
Lock valves are provided for safety reasons.
2.5.1 Luffing Drive
The superstructure oil pressure unit supplies pressurized oil to the luffing
cylinder. The unit consists of a constant speed 3-phase squirrel cage
motor, the flexible coupling and variable displacement axial piston
pumps.
2.5.2 Luffing Control / Brake
The luffing motion is controlled smoothly and infinitely variably by varying
the displacement of the pumps and valves. The luffing motion is braked
by means of oil flow reduction and control valve actuation.

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2.6 Counterweight

The counterweight is located at the rear of the superstructure. It is not

necessary to remove the counterweight when the crane is travelled or
moved.

3.0 TOWER / BOOM SYSTEM

The tower is fixed in a nearly vertical position on the superstructure. The

high fulcrum point mounted luffing boom enables the crane to position it-
self close to the ship without endangering the ship structure.
The elevated position of the tower cab offers an optimum view of the
working area and into the ship’s hold.

3.1 Tower
The tower comprises a welded steel structure in box and beam type
design with connecting points for boom, rope pulleys, tower cab, stairs
and platforms.
3.1.1 Rope Pulleys
A rope pulley block is provided in the tower head. The pulleys run on
anti-friction bearings and are nearly maintenance-free. However, grease
nipples are provided to lubricate the bearings.
Rope guards prevent the ropes from jumping off. Access is possible by
means of ladders and platforms.

3.2 Luffing Boom

The luffing boom comprises a welded, 3-chord tubular lattice type con-
struction of torsion resistant design.
3.2.1 Rope Pulleys
A rope pulley block is provided in the boom head. Material, design and
rope guards are the same as the pulley block in the tower head. The
rope pulleys are spaced apart in order to avoid undue swinging of the
load.

3.3 Access to Tower Cabin

Access to tower cab is provided via convenient and safe stairs and spa-
cious platforms. Intermediate platforms are provided to reach service
points.

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4.0 TOWER CABIN

The tower cabin is suspended in a raised position to provide the crane

operator with optimum visibility of the ship hatches and the working area.
The cab is largely spaced and glazed with large safety glass windows.
The windows are arranged in such a manner that cleaning inside or out-
side is possible.
Non-glazed walls of the tower cab are insulated, panelled on the outside
with stainless steel plates and on the inside with aluminium plates lined
with hard easy-to-clean plastic.
The cab is equipped with:
 tinted glass windows
 noise insulated inner panelling
 upholstered operator seat which is adjustable in vertical and hori-
zontal directions
 adjacent operating and control panels
 adjustable air nozzles
 air conditioner
 electrical heater
 screen washers and wipers for front and roof screens
 interior lighting
 bubble-type levelling device
 electric socket
 electric horn
 internal- and external comunication system
 ashtray
 radio (optional)

4.1 Operating and Control Instruments

The operating and control instruments for all crane functions are located
on the function-keys of the monitor.
The operating instruments comprise:
Control levers and controls for all main and auxiliary crane functions and
light switches.
Controls comprise:
Pilot lights to provide feedback on the crane functions; the safety devices
and windmeter.

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4.2 Crane Management System
A monitor in the tower cabin near the operator seat displays all crane
functions required to operate and to check the crane. With this system,
the following information is provided in form of colour images:
 conditions to fulfil to travel, prop and operate the crane
 actual and limit values for save working load, radius, hoisting
high, wind speed, fuel level status of lifting gears, such as hook,
spreader or grab
 fault indication
 support for troubleshouting and maintenance
 engine diagnostic system
 printer for fault diagnostic or / and production data (optional)

5.0 LOAD CARRYING DEVICE

The standard lifting device for general cargo consists of a traversal beam
which suspends the hook on a roller thrust bearing. The hook can be
free-wheeling or locked.
Further load carrying devices including spreaders and grabs are avail-
able optionally (see section 9).

6.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The safety precautions installed are in accordance with the common reg-
ulations and standards. Additional safety devices assure safe and reli-
able operation.

6.1 Load Indicator / Overload Safety Device

An automatic safe load indicator ensures that the crane is operated
safely and indicates the actual load on the hook and boom current ra-
dius.
As soon as the safe working load is exceeded, hoisting up and luffing out
motions are disabled. All load reducing movements may be carried out.

6.2 Safety Device for Crane Travelling

During travelling, the superstructure and the chassis are locked together
mechanically. As soon as both parts are interlocked and boom in correct
position, crane travel operation is enabled and the slewing gear drive is
disabled.

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6.3 Propping Supervisory
Crane operation, opening of chassis and superstructure interlocking and
slewing is disabled until the stabilizer beams are extended and the stabil-
izer pads are properly propped.
The stabilizer pads can only be retracted in correct travel position with
the superstructure interlocked with the chassis.

6.4 Limit Switches

The hoist limit switches limit the hoist and lowering motions when the
maximum and minimum hook height has been reached. Prior to switch-
off through end limit switches, the pre-limit switches reduce the hoisting
and lowering speeds.
The boom limit switch switches off the luffing motion when the boom is at
the minimum or maximum boom radius respectively. The luffing speed is
also reduced before the limit position by means of a pre-limit switch.

6.5 Safety Valves

The luffing cylinder and stabilizer cylinders are equipped with safety lock
valves to ensure that the hydraulic cylinders maintain their position in the
event of pipe or flexible tube damage. Pressure limiting valves are in-
stalled in the hydraulic circuits to prevent overload.

6.6 Windmeter
A windmeter is located on the top of the tower. The wind speed is indic-
ated in the tower cab and an acoustical signal is given when the max-
imum allowed wind speed value is exceeded..

6.7 Emergency Stop

The emergency off / stop can be applied when the crane or personnel
working in the operating area of the crane are endangered.
Emergency pushbuttons are installed in the operator cab, the machinery
house and the electrics room. If one emergency off button is pressed, all
crane motions come to a sudden stop.
Emergency stop pushbuttons are fitted at the ground level on each end
of the chassis. These buttons only stop travel operation.

7.0 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

For the main crane functions, electric drives and controls are provided.
The obvious benefits of the electrical drive system in harbour cranes are:
 low operating costs

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  reliability under severe working and climatic conditions
 continuous 3-shift operation without strain to the equipment
 long life time with high and constant, never decreasing efficiency
 well proven and well known port concept
 easy and clean to service and maintain.
When diesel driven, AC electrical power is generated by the crane itself.
When the crane is plugged into the mains harbour power supply (option,
see section 9), the diesel engine is switched off and electrical energy is
drawn from the port power supply mains.
The electrical energy, either from the diesel generator or from the port
mains, is converted into variable DC voltage by double thyristor convertor
units for the hoist and slewing gear. The DC drive system provides a
smooth and accurate speed control of the crane motions.
The maximum possible hoisting speed is automatically increased with re-
duced load.
The hydraulic pump for the luffing movement is driven by a continuously
running three-phase squirrel-cage motor. Smooth load-independent
speed control is provided by the variable pump displacement.
The electrical control equipment is housed in a fully enclosed, lockable
electrics room on the superstructure. All wiring, terminals and terminal
strips are properly numbered. Emphasis has been placed on easy ser -
vice and maintenance.
Air conditioner and heating in the electrics room prevent possible prob -
lems caused by humidity and ensures that maintenance can be carried
out conveniently and safely in all weather conditions.

7.1 Data Sensing and Fault Detection - Central computer

The Monitoring Programmable Logic Control installed in the superstruc-
ture electrics room senses and monitors all the electrical signals as well
as detects any faults or malfunctions over a bus system. In addition, con-
trol data is exchanged between this unit and the crane drive units and
cab via a high speed bus system.

7.2 Lighting
Adequate lighting - emergency lighting included - is provided in the tower
cab, machinery house, diesel engine room, electrics room, on accesses,
stairways and platforms.
For night operations flood lights are suspended under the luffing jib and
underneath the tower cab to illuminate the working area as follows:
 1 x metal vapour light under boom head
 2 x floodlight under boom

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  3 x floodlights, two at the front under the cab and one at the rear
of the superstructure
 2 x floodlights at the tower sides (optional)
 1 x aviation warning lights (optional)

7.3 Operating Hours Meters

The operating hours meters register the operational hours of various
crane motions.

7.4 Printer for diagnostic and production data

The PLC unit in the superstructure electric room will be provided with a
printer to record all diagnostics- and production data, which indicated on
the monitor in the tower cab during operation. This data also can be ex-
tracted on a file.

7.5 Operating Assistance by Telecamera

To assist the crane operator working in hatches or in ship cells the crane
can be equipped with a camera system. It consists of a telecamera sus-
pended in the top of the boom and a monitor placed in the cab within the
visual range of the operator.

8.0 SURFACE PROTECTION

All load bearing parts are blast cleaned and painted to an approved spe -
cification taking into consideration the corrosive saline atmosphere in
ports.
The steel surface will be blast cleaned to preparation class 2.5.
Base paint: 2-component epoxy-resin.
Final paint: 2-component acryl-polyurethane, high solid enamel.
Total thickness of paintwork 180 m according to
DIN 55928.

9.0 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

In order to cope with all requirements at job site, a wide range of addi -
tional equipment which can be fitted to GOTTWALD Mobile Harbour
Cranes is available. The following may be considered for your project.
Kindly do not hesitate to contact us to enquire about further additional
equipment whenever the need arises.

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9.1 Cable Reeling Drum at Jib Head
A motorized cable reel can be installed in the boom head in order to coil
and uncoil the electrical cable for remotely controlled lifting gear such as:
 hook swivel gear
 automatic spreaders
 electro-hydraulic grabs
 pneumatic lifting devices etc.

9.2 Hook Swivel Gear

In order to enable positioning of loads in any direction without the assist-
ance of personnel, a motorized, remotely controlled hook swivel gear can
be installed instead of the load carrying device mentioned in 5.0.
This lifting gear consists of a double hook (ramshorn hook) suspended
cardanically and equipped with keepers for slings. The hook is mounted
on a roller thrust bearing and is remotely controlled from the cab to slew
360° without restriction.
The hook swivel gear drive consists of an electrical motor, hydraulic
pump, hydraulic motor and gear reduction unit. All these parts including a
slipring body are installed in a protective, fully enclosed slewing gear
beam.
Beam and hook assembly includes connectors for power supply and for
the remote control of the spreader, grab or other lifting gear. The com -
plete assembly is of robust construction and adequately protected
against impact and accidental damages.
9.2.1 Control Hook Swivel Gear
The hook is remotely controlled from the tower cab. The hook is rotated
by means of an electric-hydraulic kick on / kick off system.

9.3 Fully Automatic Spreader Systems

Various types of spreaders for container operations may be suspended
from the hook beam. The spreaders are suitable for the use in ship cells
and for the handling of containers with "clip on" refrigeration units.
All automatic spreader systems are equipped with:
 twistlocks
 6 retractable flippers
 container levelling device (center of gravity compensation).
The flippers are located at each corner and at the centre of each end of
the spreader allowing quick and easy positioning of the spreader onto
the container.

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 The frame of the spreader is connected to the hook by a sliding tower as-
sembly allowing the container to be balanced with respect to its centre of
gravity.
The tower spreader is connected to the hook by means of a simple bolt
connection and electrical connector.
9.3.1 Fully Automatic Telescopic Spreader
The main frame of the fully automatic telescopic spreader with its built-in
telescopic arms enables it to take on 20’ to 40’ containers, and on special
request, also 45’ and 48’ containers.
9.3.2 Fully Automatic Fix-Spreader
Each size of spreader consists of the spreader frame equipment with a
suspension tower fitted by a simple bolt connection to the crane hook.
Spreader sizes for 20', 40', 45', 48' ISO containers are available.
9.3.3 Spreader Control
The spreaders are remote controlled from the tower cab. The control
system incorporates the following controls arranged in the tower cab
control panels:
 telescope to container size switch (telescopic spreaders only)
 twistlock control switch
 controls for container centre of gravity compensation
 controls for flippers singly, in pairs or all
Interlocking systems ensure that:
 twistlocks can be locked only when the spreader is placed cor-
rectly on top of the container
 hoisting can only be carried out when all twistlocks are locked
 the twistlocks can only be unlocked when spreader is unloaded.
Signal lamps on the spreader indicate the locking condition of the
spreader.

9.4 Manual Fix-Spreader

The manual fix spreader consists of the spreader frame with built-in
twistlocks. It is suspended on the crane hook by means of slings. The
twistlocks are operated by levers at the gable ends. Ropes are fitted to
these levers so that the ground personnel can easily lock / unlock the
containers.
Sizes for 20', 40', 45', 48' ISO-containers are available.

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9.5 Semi-Automatic Fix-Spreader
The semi-automatic fix spreader consists of the spreader frame with
built-in twistlocks and manual flippers at each corner. The spreader is
suspended from the crane hook by means of slings. Twistlocks are
locked/ unlocked with a set-down automatic system.
Sizes for 20', 40', 45', 48' ISO-containers are available.

9.6 Remote Controlled Motor Grab

Provisions have been made for the connection of a valve-controlled elec-
tric-hydraulic motor grab to the crane hook.
9.6.1 Motor Grab
Valve-controlled motor grab with built-in electric-hydraulic unit well-pro-
tected in grab head or grab lifting beam.
The grab can be connected to the crane hook or alternatively directly to
the hoisting ropes within a few minutes simply by means of a simple bolt
connection and electrical connector.
9.6.2 Motor Grab Control
The motor grab is remote controlled from the tower cab. The control con-
sists of contactor control system in the electrics room and control levers
and lights in the tower cab.

9.7 Four-Rope Grab Hoisting Drive

The crane can be equipped with a 4-rope grab hoist unit, comprising two
separate hoists in modular construction. Each hoist consists of an elec-
tric DC motor, flexible coupling, spring-loaded brake, fully enclosed gear-
box and machine grooved rope drum.
One hoist acts as holding winch whereas the other acts as closing hoist.
Synchronization of both hoist is controlled electrically.
Two ropes are wound in one single layer on the drum so that excessive
wear is prevented. The four rope ends are connected directly to either a
lifting beam (general cargo) or a mechanical 4-rope-grab (bulk goods),
i. e. hook speed equals line speed.
A horizontal load path during luffing (level luffing) is possible due to the
3-fold reeving of the hoist ropes between tower and boom head.
Lubrication, brakes and hoisting control are the same as for the single
hoist design.

9.8 External Power Supply

To supply the crane with power from the port mains, the diesel engine is
switched off and power fed in via cable from the harbour power supply. A

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 terminal box can be provided on the chassis so that a cable can be con-
nected.
Obvious advantages:
 cheap energy
 less noise
 no air pollution
 reduced maintenance.
9.8.1 Cable Reeling Drum (at the chassis)
The cable can be stored on a cable reeling drum, which is spring oper-
ated or driven by a hydraulic or electric motor.

9.9 Drivers cabin

The crane will be equipped with a front mounted weather proof cab
which offers excellent view for the crane driver. This cab will be fitted at
the chassis. It is equipped with:
 adjustable driver seat
 safety glass
 heating system
 windscreen wipers
 ventilation
Operation and Control Instruments:
 switch to start and shut off the engine
 travel control lever
 steering control lever
 braking control lever
 stabilizer controls.

Subject to technical modification without prior notice.

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