New Grove GMK4080L for Foselev

French crane and industrial services specialist Foselev took delivery of a new Grove GMK4080L all terrain crane.

Manufacturer Manitowoc said this unit impresses owners with its compact design, long main boom and flexible taxi configurations. The handover took place at the JDL Expo trade show in Beaune, France, and marks the completion of a multiple crane purchase.

Immediately after the handover at the JDL Expo in Beaune, France, the crane travelled from Nancy to Martigues to support a large-scale maintenance operation on a chemical site. Photo: Manitowoc

The GMK4080L has a 60 metre main boom and is one of the most powerful cranes in its class. It can be moved with 13.3 tonnes of counterweight at a 12 tonne axle load – a significant advantage for Foselev, as no additional transport vehicle is required for the counterweight for many applications. This not only saves time and money but also increases flexibility in use, Manitowoc said.

“Another feature that convinced Foselev is the compact outrigger base of the GMK4080L, measuring only 6.2 x 6.8 metres. This allows the crane to be used as an alternative for a three-axle crane when required – a real advantage for operations with limited space,” according to Manitowoc.

The new GMK4080L replaces an older GMK4080-1 in Foselev’s fleet. The decision to choose this model was made to increase performance and versatility in day-to-day operations.

“We chose the Grove GMK4080L because of its 60 metre main boom and its excellent taxi crane characteristics, which make it particularly efficient and flexible in use. In addition, the compact support base allows us to use it as a replacement for smaller cranes when necessary,” said Brice Bonnefoy, equipment director at Foselev.

Immediately after delivery, the crane left its home base in Nancy and travelled to Martigues in southern France to support large-scale maintenance work on a chemical site. The driver particularly appreciated the Megatrak independent suspension, which proved to be extremely comfortable and reliable during the long cross-country journey.