HC-L cranes.

Technology for the future.

 The HC-L series with
level luffing.
The HC-L series of luffing jib cranes developed by Liebherr-Werk Biberach GmbH sets new standards. The latest
HC-L generation features pioneering technology with level luffing for a horizontal load path.
Programmable logic controller (PLC) enables a luffing jib crane to perform a horizontal load movement similar to that
of a top-slewing crane with a trolley jib.

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Horizontal load movement.
Horizontal load movement is a genuine
innovation on the Liebherr HC-L series of
luffing jib cranes. During jib movements the
control unit automatically adjusts the hoist
gear so that the hook moves horizontally. This is a cru-
cial advantage for assembly and concreting work. The
new technology simplifies the crane operator’s job and
makes the construction site safer and more efficient.
High handling capacity.
Infinitely variable high-performance
drives from Liebherr achieve significantly
higher load handling capacities. Lieb-
herr’s modular crane program offers the
best drive for every application.
These intelligent drive systems, manufactured by Liebherr
in-house, have a high level of functional reliability and un-
compromising performance. Their low energy consump-
tion has a positive effect on operating costs. Straightfor-
ward changeover from single- to double-reeved hook
operation ensures optimal handling performance.

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Practical details.
HC-L cranes are designed for straight-
forward assembly. Even on confined
building sites, they are particularly easy
to erect. Practical assembly in real-life
situations was a top priority at the design stage. The
slewing platform can be taken apart into transportation
elements that can be handled by a mobile crane – a
crucial advantage if the crane is to be dismantled at a
great height.
Climbing inside
buildings.
Luffing jib cranes from Liebherr are
ideal climbing cranes for use inside
buildings. The Internal Climbing (IC)
tower system has been developed specifically for
these applications.
For rapid-rise projects, IC towers can be erected in lift
shafts or the smallest of niches. These climbing tow-
ers are also secured to buildings externally. Luffing jib
cranes are being used to an increasing extent on high-
rise construction projects.

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1Level luffing.
Intelligent control.
Programmable logic controller (PLC) allows a luffing
jib crane to perform a horizontal load movement simi-
lar to that of a top-slewing crane with a trolley jib. This
is an entirely new overall technological concept.

During jib movements the new control unit automat-

ically resets the hoist gear so that the hook moves
horizontally – a crucial advantage for assembly and
concreting tasks.

Precise load movement.

The level luffing function can be switched on or off
by the crane operator as required. Simultaneous
operation of the jib and hoist gear is also possible
at any time, for optimal efficiency and to suit con-
struction-site requirements.

This new technology makes crucial time savings

possible and greatly simplifies the crane operator’s
task. Setting down loads with a high level of ac-
curacy and precisely where required is also signifi-
cantly easier. This greatly facilitates load handling,
in particular on confined building sites.

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2High handling capacity.
High-performance drives.
Liebherr luffing jib cranes are equipped with high-performance drives that guarantee maximum handling capacities and
boost profitability. HC-L cranes are equipped with the very latest Liebherr-built hoist, luffing and slewing gear drives. All
cranes with a level luffing function are fitted with infinitely variable frequency-controlled drives.

FC hoist and luffing gear.

Liebherr offers a wide range of high-performance drives, with the ideal rated output available for any application. Their
principal benefits include automatic load moment monitoring, travel at micro speeds, use of the full extent of joystick travel
and load holding without engagement of the hoist gear brake.

FC slewing gear.
The new FC slewing gear drive enables the crane to be slewed at micro speeds without jerks or jolts, and also detects and
suppresses wind and load influences. The control unit matches slewing gear drive torque automatically to the jib position.
The integrated anti-sway function identifies and prevents crane vibration and load swing.

Greater hook heights.

For greater hook heights the new 3-speed FC hoist gear, for instance, is rated at 110 kW. Hook
heights of up to 625 m are available for single-reeved working. With this crane specification,
the hook moves at up to 240 m/min, thereby ensuring exceptional efficiency on very high-rise
building projects.

Rapid re-reeving.
Straightforward re-reeving of the hook from single- to double-reeved operation allows
HC-L cranes to be adapted efficiently and quickly to construction site conditions and
maintains their high handling performance. A version for single-reeved hook opera-
tion only is available as an option.

Straightforward changeover from single- to double-reeved hook operation. FC luffing gear with secondary brake. Patented FC slewing gear: Precise,
smooth slewing movements.
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 3 Practical
details.
Easy-assembly transport units.
HC-L cranes employ a modular system for assembly in real-life
situations. The slewing platform can be broken down into sepa-
rate parts, each of them easy to erect. The cab platform with the
crane cab can be bolted on or detached separately.

Easily accessible drives.

All drives are easily accessible for servicing tasks on a machine
platform of generous size.
A large number of plug-type electrical connections is provided
for rapid crane assembly.

Control and monitoring system.

These cranes are supplied as standard with the electronic
monitoring system (EMS), the load moment limitation system
(LMB), the working range limiting system (ABB) and the ma-
chine data logging system (MDE). On request, HC-L cranes can
be equipped with additional electronic components such as the
anti-collision system (AKS), remote data transmission (DFÜ) and
a machine data evaluation system (MDA).

Pre-installed plug connections for rapid start-up. Separate slewing platform elements for assembly and dismantling at great heights.

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4 The IC tower
system.
Climbing inside buildings.
The Internal Climbing (IC) tower system was developed specifically
for lift shafts of limited size. The tower has overall dimensions of just
1.9 m x 1.9 m and is therefore suitable for the narrowest of lift shafts.

To save space and to protect the assembly, the entire climbing hydraulics
are located inside the tower section, with everything designed to keep
the tower’s external dimensions as low as possible.

Particular attention has also been paid to easy handling of the guide frames.
Special tower sections are used at the clamping points. The tower sec-
tions need no additional reinforcement.

When dismantling the cranes in high-rise buildings, the add-on compo-

nents of the climbing section can easily be removed as a weight reduc-
tion measure.

Climbing outside buildings.

The IC tower system can also be used for climbing outside buildings.
The rigid tower sections provide high hook heights and need only a small
number of anchorages to the building.

This tower system is also suitable for trolley jib cranes.

Hydraulic unit inside IC tower. IC tower clamped in a lift shaft. Upper climbing frame of IC tower.

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Overview of
performance Internal Climbing (IC)
features. tower system
• For the smallest of lift shafts
• External dimensions 1.9 m x 1.9 m
• Space-saving climbing hydraulics
located inside the tower
• Climbing inside buildings

Convenient assembly
• Small slewing radius
• Slewing platform elements can be
taken apart
• Externally mounted cabin with
rapid connections
• Easy-to-assemble transport units
• Many plug-type electrical connections
• Fully pre-installed assembly modules

FC hoist gear
Level luffing 2- and 3-speed FC hoist gear
• Horizontal hook movement • Single or single/double reeving
• Automatic PLC control • Automatic speed adjustment
• Liebherr motor
• Micro-positioning of the load
Control systems • High safety function: motor torque is
• All drives are controlled via switched off only after the load has been
frequency converters taken over by the brake
• Infinitely variable hoisting, lowering • Positioning mode -> reduction to
and travel speeds 1/4 hoist speed
• Latest control technology • High lowering and empty-hook speeds
• 50 Hz or 60 Hz, 400 V or 440 V • Hook heights up to 625 m and
power supply more (option)
• Electronic systems: LMB, ABB, MDE • Minimal starting currents –
Options: AKS, DFÜ, MDA low power consumption
• Infinitely variable speeds
High comfort and
convenience FC luffing gear
• Control panel can be adjusted to • Compact design
various positions • Sensitive, infinitely variable travel
• Heating with thermostat and time switch • High performance ranges
• Air conditioning (option) • Minimal starting current – low
• Heat and noise insulation power consumption
• Insulated windows • Variable speeds
• 230 V power socket • Secondary brake
• Windscreen wiper system
FC slewing gear
• Slewing without any jerks and jolts
Tower combinations • Integrated wind load control
• Proven modular system – highly
• Automatic anti-swing system
versatile tower sections
• Integrated electrical wind release
• Extremely adaptable undercarriages/
cruciform bases
• Closed, tight-welded sections Safety monitoring
• Long life during climbing
• Threaded and tapered pin connections • Newly developed monitoring device
for zero-play assembly • Safety-tested (German GS)

Printed in Germany by Eberl LBC-593-6.05-6.e This information is supplied without liability. Subject to technical modifications.

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