A modern building complex with 142 residential units is currently under construction on Karlsstraße in Ulm. To ensure the efficient execution of the project, the construction company is relying on two Liebherr Flat-Top cranes from the EC-B series. Both cranes are supplied by Nagel Baumaschinen Ulm GmbH from its in-house rental fleet.
Due to the restricted space on site, the choice fell on the 370 EC-B 16 Fibre and the 202 EC-B 10 Litronic. Both cranes deliver compact design, powerful performance and state-of-the-art technology. The project is located on a 4,500 m² construction site at the corner of Karlsstraße and Neutorstraße and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2025.
Fibre rope crane with high load capacity and long service life
A particular highlight on the site is the 370 EC-B 16 Fibre, mounted on a portal. With a radius of 55 metres and a hook height of 53.5 metres, this Flat-Top crane offers optimal conditions for demanding lifting operations. Equipped with Liebherr’s innovative fibre rope technology, it achieves up to 40 percent higher peak loads compared with steel rope cranes, while also offering a service life up to four times longer.
Developed by Liebherr, the fibre rope is highly resistant. Its flexible protective outside reliably shields the load-bearing red core from external factors such as sharp concrete edges or operating errors. Should damage occur, the modular service concept allows repairs to be carried out directly on site, a decisive advantage for uninterrupted progress on the project.
Compact design for urban construction sites
The Fibre crane is complemented by the 202 EC-B 10 Litronic, which is mounted on foundation anchors with a radius of 45 metres and a hook height of 48 metres. Its compact upper carriage combines slewing gear, switchgear and slewing ring in a single unit. This design offers a significant benefit in terms of transport and assembly, making the crane particularly well suited to sites with limited space.
“The construction companies involved are impressed by the performance and efficiency of the Liebherr tower cranes,” said a spokesperson for Nagel Baumaschinen Ulm GmbH.
Partnership for project success
As a long-standing Liebherr sales and service partner, Nagel Baumaschinen Ulm GmbH has been supporting the project from the beginning. “We assisted the client in planning the site set-up, from logistics through to crane assembly, providing expert guidance tailored to the project’s requirements,” the spokesperson added.
With the deployment of the EC-B cranes in Ulm, Liebherr once again underlines its role as a reliable partner for complex urban construction projects.
