Bauma 2025: Get ready for the show

It will be here before you know it. In just two months the gates to Bauma 2025 will open to the world.

You can be sure there will be many surprises in store for buyers of cranes, rigging gear, trailers and related products and services.

Bauma is the “best platform to connect with our customers from around the world,” said Ion Warner, Manitowoc spokesperson. “It is an incredible event that unites the entire industry every three years to showcase the products and services that are propelling us forward.”

The element of surprise is an important factor in new product development and roll out. Grand reveals and “ready to talk” dates are carefully considered and often pushed back. Crane manufacturers have been especially tight-lipped about their product introductions this year.

At the time of writing most manufacturers were still holding out on the details of what would be brand new at the world’s biggest trade show. What we did get is shared here alongside a few hints about what to expect. More details will be presented in next month’s issue.

Liebherr

Among other new cranes Liebherr will unveil a battery-electric version of its 300 tonne capacity LR 1300 SX crawler crane. (Photo: Liebherr)

As a leading exhibitor at Bauma Liebherr is sure to have some spectacular news at its main stand in the outside area, number 809-812. Its tagline for this show is Hands on the future. Digitalisation and responsibility are the key themes within that.

More than 70 exhibits will adorn the enormous 14,000 square metre (more than two football pitches) Liebherr stand. Many of them will be cranes from the Ehingen, Biberach and Nenzing divisions manufacturing wheeled and crawler mobile and construction tower cranes.

New models will be shown for the first time from the wheeled and crawler mobile crane ranges. As with Liebherr’s other product ranges, expect to see news of low emission drive systems.

Battery drive technology will be shown on the 300 tonne capacity LR 1300.2 SX lattice boom crawler crane. It will be shown for the first time as a battery-electric version with zero emissions. It has a 438 kW electric motor and is powered by a 392 kW-h battery. Up to 13 hours of operation on a single charge can be achieved, Liebherr said, depending on the application.

Talking of power there will be a new version of Liebherr’s Liduro Power Port (LPO) mobile energy storage system. Another stationary energy storage system, LPO 600, will be shown as a prototype. As a mobile charging station LPO 600 has a capacity of 564 kW-h, enough for large machines or fleets, Liebherr said. Hydrogen technology will also feature, primarily to power larger machines that are difficult to power electrically.

On the control technology theme, seven of the mobile cranes shown will have new driver-assistance functions, including blind spot information system (BSIS) and the moving off information system (MOIS). The 120 tonnne capacity LTM 1120-4.2 wheeled mobile telescopic crane with the new LICCON3 control system will be set up, as standard, for telematics and fleet management. Combined with Liebherr Connect it will be able to show all relevant data via the MyLiebherr customer portal.

In the tower crane segment visitors will be able to see the recently revamped K series fast-erecting cranes. Performance is improved, controls are updated and there is a new operating system. There are four models with new intelligent operator assistance systems. Functions include swing-free lifting without pulling diagonally on the load. Semi-automated lifts can be set up for repetitive load cycles.

Updating the Liebherr LTM 1120-4.2 wheeled mobile telescopic crane with the LICCON3 control system prepares it for telemetry and fleet management as a standard offer. (Photo: Liebherr)

Manitowoc Cranes

Wheeled, crawler and tower crane manufacturer Manitowoc will be exhibiting in the same place, stands FS1201, FS1202, FS1202/2, as it has for the last three shows. “Attendees can look forward to seeing a dozen mobile and tower cranes from our various product lines,” said Ion Warner, Manitowoc spokesperson. “In addition, there will be exciting advancements in our Grove Connect and Potain Connect telematics systems, new training opportunities for customers, EnCore remanufacturing services and a wide range of aftermarket parts and service offerings designed to help maximise productivity and return on invested capital for our customers.”

Tadano

Also with the same location as the last Bauma in 2022, FS 1205, Tadano said it will show a broader and more global product offering. It will include products from the recently expanded global portfolio.

“We have grown significantly with key acquisitions over the past couple of years, giving us the ability to enhance the Tadano customer experience. At this year’s Bauma, we are excited to present several new products, highlight improvements in technology and innovation that reflect our commitment to the lifting industry and provide visitors with insight into our recent acquisitions,” said Dean Barley, Tadano Americas CEO.

Tadano’s latest acquisition Manitex International, will still have its own booth, FS 1203/1 close by, where its display will include PM loader cranes, and Valla industrial pick and carry cranes.

As can be seen on the CCTV feeds from the Bauma showground, among the new cranes on show will be a big new lattice boom crawler crane. Also, expect further advances related to sustainability.

Link-Belt

US manufacturer Link-Belt Cranes, booth FS 903/1, will present a rough terrain crane, the 100|RT, and an hydraulic truck crane, the 120|HTLB.

Link-Belt’s 120|HTLB truck crane will be on show. (Photo: Link-Belt)

Link-Belt’s Pat Collins commented, “Link-Belt Cranes distinguishes itself as a global product, sold and supported around the world, and so, we believe it is important to continue giving our international customers an opportunity to see Link-Belt up close.”

The 100|RT has a five-section 47 metre full-power formed boom. A maximum tip height of 72.3 metres can be achieved. Power is from a Cummins diesel with a six speed transmission. Tech includes Link-Belt Pulse 2.0 technology and the V-CALC capabilities.

The 120|HTLB truck crane offers a 60 metre reach. Its seven-section pin and latch boom has the options of two- or three-piece offsetable SmartFly jibs to extend the maximum tip height to 80.1 metres.

HSC

The 275 tonne capacity SCX2800A-3 lattice crawler crane. (Photo: HSC)

Japanese manufacturer Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd. (HSC) will again share a booth, FS 903/1, with Link-Belt. On show will be two lattice boom crawler cranes, the 100 tonne capacity SCX1000A-3 and the 275 tonne capacity SCX2800A-3, both of which have engines to meet the EU Stage V exhaust emission regulations.

AMCS technologies

Safety system specialist AMCS technologies, at booth FS.1106/11, will show its full range of crane operator aids and related technologies. The CAM 61 offers advanced features for crane surveillance. Mounted on the tower crane trolley, it gives comprehensive coverage on conventional or luffing tower cranes. There is high-definition image quality with a 36x optical and 16x digital zoom. Bluetooth enables remote control and real-time footage viewing on mobile devices.

The DCS 61-S zoning and anti-collision system, built to comply with European standards EN17076 and EN14439, is compatible with all types of cranes. It now manages collision avoidance between tower cranes, mobile cranes (with telescopic booms and fixed jibs), gantry cranes and other machinery.

The Cam 61 crane camera. (Photo: AMCS Technologies)

TII Scheuerle

Before and after. (Photo: TII Scheuerle)

Transport equipment specialist manufacturer TII Scheuerle, at booth FN.721/13, will present, among other things, its K25 heavy duty transport modules. A featured configuration will combine a four-axle module with a four-axle split module. This combination highlights the ability to configure the K25 into a 3-file setup, achieving vehicle widths of four to five metres.

Irene Kromm, TII spokesperson, said, “We are proud to highlight our optimised lowbed trailer series, which feature numerous innovations designed to enhance operator comfort and significantly expand their range of applications. In addition, we will demonstrate how the performance and longevity of our SPMT generations can be sustained through the Scheuerle Retrofit Program.”

Jaso

Tower crane manufacturer Jaso from Spain’s Basque country is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Stand FS.1003/8 will carry the new 8 tonne capacity J165.8 flat top with 1.92 tonne tip load. Maximum jib is 60 metres and it boasts a short counter jib of 12.9 metres.

Goldhofer

At booth number FN.819 Goldhofer will show its full line of transport systems, including the Arcus line of semi-low loaders with a payload class up to 130 tonnes. Arcus has a steering system designed to offer ideal cornering characteristics and optimum adaptation of the steering to each extension stage using the combination of friction and positively steered pendular axles, the German company said.

Goldhofer demonstrating its Arcus semi-low loader trailer. (Photo: Goldhofer)

Stafford Tower Cranes

Stafford Tower Cranes’ new STLH 253 luffing jib tower crane. (Photo: Stafford)

A highlight on the Stafford Tower Cranes stand FS.1103/5 will be the first of its new luffing cranes, a 20 tonne model with 4 tonne tip load, 60 metre jib and a new cabin. The new range of luffing cranes starts with a 4 tonne maximum load model and tops out with a 42 tonner with 70 metre jib and 5.8 tonne tip load. The models from 4 up to 16 tonnes are all hydraulic and offer dual operation as either a flat top or a luffing crane. All Stafford cranes can be supplied with the company’s Smart-Link’ system.

“Our mission is to manufacture a true European crane range to the highest standards of compliance, within our own factory,” said Mike Posener, Stafford marketing and business development director. “We have full support with our own design engineering at our headquarters and we have further support in engineering design from our Milano Total Crane Design Hub based in Italy. We strive to offer the very best in customer care and support is 24-7.”

Ormig

On its booth FS. 1006/7 Ormig will show its compact wheeled mobile cranes for heavy machinery relocations and industrial lifting. The range covers capacities from 15 to 100 tonnes. Versatility is a key feature where multiple counterweight configurations makes the cranes suitable for a wider selection of jobs. Removable slabs allows the weight of the base machine to be reduced (to between 12.5 and 24 tonnes) for easier transport.

The compact Ormig 15iE industrial crane shown with pallet fork and carriage attachment. (Photo: Ormig)

Enerpac

Hydraulics specialist Enerpac is launching a range of on-site self-propelled electric transporter (OSSPET) for loads up to 1,000 tonnes. There is growing demand for integrated lifting and moving solutions in manufacturing, service and maintenance sectors, the company said. Stand FS.1111/5 will be the company’s biggest ever at Bauma.

Testing the Enerpac SBL600 telescopic hydraulic lifting system. (Photo: Enerpac)

In addition to OSSPET, the company will demonstrate heavy lift systems, including JS-Series Jack up, the Cube Jack, the entry level ML40 Mini Lift Gantry and the higher capacity SBL 600 Super Boom Lift hydraulic gantry, plus a new wireless gantry controller.

Palfinger

Tec by name tech by nature: Palfinger will show its latest crane plus all the digital and electronic developments. (Photo: Palfinger)

Crane and materials handling equipment manufacturer Palfinger’s lineup at stand FN.720/12 will be led by the PK 880 TEC loader crane which will make its world premiere. The latest Connected plus+ technology is one of its key features.

Other highlights include the new P6 radio remote control and the EPU40 electric power unit that enables cranes to be operated in areas sensitive to combustion engine exhaust emissions and noise.

Jekko

Italian mini crane maker Jekko at stand number FS 903/6 will show upgrades and updates to its most popular models as well as new connectivity solutions to offer smarter operation via telematics. Jekko will also demonstrate the MAXX – Mobile Assembly X-System project that Construction Robotics of RWTH Aachen University has been working on with Jekko, Kuka and Fundermax. MAXX brings automation to jobsites.

Wolffkran

Looking down the jib of the new Wolff 8038 Clear tower crane. (Photo: Wolffkran)

Two brand new tower cranes will be launched by Wolffkran at booth number FS 902/7. It will also show the Wolff 8038 Clear, the company’s largest flat top model. Also see the Wolff Assist digital maintenance system, Wolff HiSPS high speed positioning system and a new crane control system.

Comansa

Tower crane manufacturer Comansa will introduce a new small modular model, designed for projects requiring compact and efficient equipment. Its design was carefully considered to allow quick assembly to save time and cost on site.

Recently launched luffing jib models will be shown as the next evolution in flexible lifting machines. Comansa will also present its new Cranemate, a digital solution for crane management. It allows real-time monitoring of performance and maintenance. Analytical tools are integrated to optimise planning and lower operating costs.

For regular updates on what will be new at the Bauma trade show bookmark our rolling news story.