A Crane Like No Other
Hold onto your hard hats, Bern! The first-ever Liebherr MK 120-5.1e electric crane has rolled into your historic old town, and it’s making quite a splash—without causing a ruckus, of course. Towering at an impressive 20 meters with a 45-meter reach, it’s not your average construction machinery, especially considering it boasts zero emissions, no vibrations, and almost no noise. Yup, you heard right!
Navigating Narrow Streets with Ease
Operated by the impeccable Swiss construction firm Zaugg AG Rohrbach, this eco-friendly marvel is tactfully placing temporary roofs above busy construction sites. Given that Bern’s streets were designed during a time when the only thing to roll down them was a good old horse and cart, maneuvering this five-axle giant requires a hefty dose of finesse. But fear not! Stefan Stettler, head honcho of the crane department, assures that “the all-wheel steering allows us to maneuver easily in the narrow alleyways.” Talk about adding ‘crane whisperer’ to your résumé!
Powered by Innovation: Lighting the Way Forward
The MK 120-5.1e isn’t just eco-conscious; it’s smartly powered. While it shines on its battery, it can also be plugged into an on-site grid or even a mobile power source, like the Liebherr Liduro LPO 100. And with energy to spare, you can count on two full days of efficient work from this beauty!
And let’s not forget the residents—no noisy engines disrupting their coffee breaks or Instagram moments! This low-noise and emission-free powerhouse is a game-changer that showcases how construction can harmoniously blend with modern urban life. Welcome to the future, Bern!
