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The Igo M 24-19 crane offers versatile configurations, making it perfect for new home construction or renovation projects, ensuring efficiency and flexibility on the jobsite.
Date: November 9, 2024
Milwaukee, United States- Manitowoc Company, Inc., a provider of lifting equipment for the construction industry, including lattice-boom crawler cranes, Lifting and crane services company, has introduced the new Potain Igo M 24-19 self-erecting crane at the Batimat exhibition in Paris, marking its worldwide debut. This latest addition to the Potain range brings even more versatility and efficiency to construction projects, particularly those in home building and renovation.
Replacing the highly successful Igo M 14, the new Igo M 24-19 joins the Igo MA 21 and the Hup M 28-22 A as part of Potain’s mobile self-erecting crane lineup. Potain cranes are designed with builders, carpenters, and roofers in mind, providing essential capabilities for both new home construction and renovation projects.
One of the features of Igo M 24-19 is its compact size. When folded, it measures just 11.83 meters in length, allowing for access to even the most narrow and restricted job sites. The crane offers three jib configuration options, including 12.3 m, 21 m, and the full 24 m, making it adaptable to various project requirements. Whether working in tight spaces or needing to reach higher elevations, the Igo M 24-19 delivers flexibility to get the job done.
Despite its compact size, the Igo M 24-19 is built to handle demanding tasks. It has a maximum lifting capacity of 1.8 tons and can lift 570 kg at its full jib length of 24 meters. With a height under hook of 19 meters, it can also work with a raised jib position of 11° or 20° for additional height when required.
To ensure maximum maneuverability and efficiency, the crane comes with three steering axle options, offering excellent flexibility for movement on the job site. Additionally, it features both a 25 km/h tow bar and an 80 km/h tow bar, along with a fifth-wheel option, making it versatile enough for various transport needs.
The Igo M 24-19 is equipped with the latest advancements in self-erecting crane technology, designed to boost productivity and improve safety on the jobsite. Key features include:
The Potain CONNECT telematics system is also featured, providing remote diagnostics, advanced analytics, and fleet management capabilities. This ensures that operators can track crane performance, maximize uptime, and improve fleet utilization.
To further improve productivity, the Igo M 24-19 offers several optional features. These include an onboard generator for power independence, hydraulic leveling for easier crane setup, and Potain Plus load curve software, which optimizes the load chart for better performance. The Top Site working range limiter is also available for additional safety and control.
The new Igo M 24-19 is a reflection of Potain’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric design. According to Rémi Deporte, Self-Erecting Cranes Product Manager at Manitowoc, "The new Igo M 24-19 optimizes compactness, mobility, performance, and productivity for our customers, helping to increase their return on investment."
With the introduction of the Igo M 24-19, Potain continues to lead the market in mobile self-erecting cranes, providing builders, carpenters, and roofers with the tools they need to tackle a wide variety of construction and renovation tasks efficiently and safely. The Potain Igo M 24-19 for the construction industry, offering unmatched versatility, performance, and innovation for homebuilding and renovation projects.
