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Liebherr takes part at M&T Expo 2015 and presents construction equipment launches for Brazilian and South American markets

Liebherr is to participate in the 9th M&T Expo Fair 2015, one of the largest construction equipment trade fairs in Latin America. M&T Expo will be held in São Paulo (Brazil) from 9 to 13 June.

At the CTT Moscow 2015, Liebherr displays Construction Machines for the Russian Market

The Liebherr Group is present at the CTT Moscow, the international trade fair for construction machinery and technology, from 2 to 6 June 2015 with a 1,700 m² open air exhibition stand (Stand E-2).

Liebherr presents a Cross Section of its Varied Range of Cranes at the CTT Moscow 2015

The Liebherr Group presents a selection of its varied range of cranes at the CTT Moscow. While the LTR 1060 telescopic crawler crane with its variable boom system is predestined for the assembly of finished parts, the modular 150 EC-B 8 Litronic flat-top crane can be modified for a broad range of construction site requirements. Visitors to the exhibition are also able to test the crane simulator for construction cranes, which is a permanent item in Liebherr's crane driver training program.

Liebherr mobile cranes launch 100-tonne motor ship into water

LTM 1350-6.1 and LTM 1400-7.1 mobile cranes launch ship's hull with a weight of 100 tonnes into water in tandem hoist

Liebherr mobile cranes launch 100-tonne motor ship into water

The “Seegold” is a new motor ship for shuttle services on Lake Constance. In May two Liebherr mobile cranes have launched the 100-tonne ship's hull into the water. Tight spaces and the low capacity of the quay in Friedrichshafen made the lift a challenge. In use were an LTM 1350-6.1 from the Wiesbauer company, and an LTM 1400-7.1 from Paule.

LTM 1300-6.2 mobile crane with Liebherr single-engine concept proves itself in use

Several dozen models of this new crane have since proven their worth on sites around the world.

LTM 1300-6.2 mobile crane with Liebherr single-engine concept proves itself in use

Liebherr unveiled the new 300-tonne LTM 1300-6.2 at the Bauma 2013, featuring a brand new power concept to operate the superstructure. Instead of the twin-engine concept normally used on cranes in this class this crane is powered by a single engine with a mechanical shaft. Gear shafts are routed from the distributor gear in the substructure via two mitre gears through the centre of the slewing ring to the pump distributor gear in the superstructure. Several dozen models of this new crane have since proven their worth on sites around the world.

Liebherr LTF 1060-4.1 truck-chassis crane provides maximum load capacity of 60 tons

At the 2015 Maskin Expo, Liebherr displays the LTF 1060-4.1 truck-chassis crane with a maximum load capacity of 60 metric tons. This crane was first launched in 2009 as an addition to the top end of the cranes intended for installation on truck chassis. With a 40-metre telescopic boom and a 16 m double folding fly jib, this crane can lift loads to a height of up to 56 m and an outreach of 48 m.

Customer days of Liebherr Nenzing 2015: Viking Cranes choses two Liebherr crawler cranes

The Estonian crane rental company Viking Cranes has for the first time opted for Liebherr crawler cranes.

Elcon Crane Hire adds Liebherr LTM 1400-7.1 mobile crane to its fleet

South African crane contractor Elcon Crane Hire recently took delivery of a Liebherr LTM 1400-7.1 mobile crane. The 400-tonne model on a 7-axle chassis is a major expansion upwards for the crane fleet. Previously an LTM 1250-6.1 with a load capacity of 250 tonnes was the company's most powerful crane.

Tense night job for Gertzen – Liebherr mobile cranes fit out luxury liner at Papenburger Meyer shipyard

At the end of February in North Germany the "Anthem of the Seas", the largest cruise ship ever built in Germany was moved out of the massive Hall 2 dock at Papenburger Meyer shipyard. It was only possible to install the funnel casing and "North Star" viewing gondola outdoors due to the sheer size of the vessel. The order for this work was awarded to Gertzen, based in nearby Kluse, which completed the job smoothly using two 750-tonne mobile cranes. Gertzen used the Liebherr LTM 1750-9.1 from its own fleet and an LTM 1750-9.1 hired from Thömen.

Liebherr to present the 3-Axle Mobile Crane LTM 1060-3.1 at Vei og Anlegg 2015

Liebherr presents the LTM 1060-3.1 mobile crane at the Vei og Anlegg 2015 trade fair in Oslo, Norway. The 60-tonne machine has a 48 m long telescopic boom and offers enormous load capacities. Liebherr introduced the LTM 1060-3.1 at the 2013 Bauma in Munich, Germany.

LTC 1045-3.1 mobile crane passes through the eye of the needle

Cadman Cranes LTC 1045-3.1 passes through an extremely narrow tunnel in London.

BMS Heavy Cranes strengthens fleet with LR 11350 crawler crane

Danish company BMS Heavy Cranes A/S added a heavy duty LR 11350 crawler crane to its fleet in April.

BMS Heavy Cranes A/S strengthens fleet with Liebherr LR 11350 crawler crane

Danish company BMS Heavy Cranes A/S added a heavy duty LR 11350 crawler crane to its fleet in April. The Liebherr crane with a maximum load capacity of 1,350 tonnes constitutes a major upwards extension to the family run company's fleet. The new LR 11350 is the largest crane in Scandinavia. In addition to the assembly of large wind turbines, it will be used for a range of projects throughout Europe.

Dornseiff adds Liebherr LTM 1500-8.1 and LR 1250 mobile and crawler cranes to its fleet

Two new Liebherr cranes have been added to the fleet operated by Dornseiff Autokrane und Schwertransporte GmbH & Co. KG based in Burbach in the German State of North Rhine-Westphalia. An LTM 1500-8.1 mobile crane and an LR 1250 crawler crane will strengthen the family-run company's crane fleet. The LTM 1500-8.1 with a maximum load capacity of 500 tonnes is the new flagship in the fleet.

Liebherr welcomed 900 Customers from the Construction Industry in Nenzing (Austria)

Last week, Liebherr-Werk Nenzing GmbH welcomed their customers from the construction industry at the factory in Vorarlberg

Liebherr telescopic handler TL 436-7 at the Intermat 2015: new model with 7 m lifting height

At the Intermat 2015, Liebherr showcases the TL 436-7, a representative of the new telescopic handler model range with 7 m lifting height. Three models with 7 m lifting height are available. During development, demands from companies in the construction industry and equipment hire were at the forefront.