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GAPO crane handling systems

GAPO systems let a single operator move cranes to position them on site or to load and unload them for transport.

Published: 21 November 2017

Potain self-erecting crane moved with a GAPO system on a transport platform

An invention that makes life much easier for companies that rent or sell cranes: GAPO systems for moving cranes, to position them on site or to load and unload them for transport. POTAIN turned to GAPO for such a system, and the result is an excellent product.

With this device, one skilled person can replace the team otherwise needed for manual loading or for moving cranes during erection or dismantling.

The demonstration video is below. Moving cranes becomes almost pleasant, and there is no need for extra devices, other cranes on site or the risks of moving the crane with a mobile crane.

Fortza.Ro has cranes for rent and for sale in its fleet.

GAPO – transporting and positioning Potain Hup cranes The video is hosted on YouTube (youtube-nocookie.com) and loads only after you click.

Frequently asked questions on this topic

Can a large crane be erected in a crowded area?

Yes, with careful planning and the right machines. One example is erecting a 90-metre Wolff 6023 tower crane with a Liebherr LTM 1500 mobile crane in a busy city-centre neighbourhood full of people and buildings. To position and move cranes on site there are also dedicated systems, such as GAPO, that a single operator can use.

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