Manitowoc, one of the world’s largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, has launched Potain Power Solutions, a new range of energy storage systems to support tower crane operations and reduce the reliance on generators or unstable local power infrastructure. According to the manufacturer, they are suitable for a host of applications, from remote off-grid projects to urban jobsites, where their clean, silent operation helps meet strict noise and emissions regulations.
The systems are purpose-built for the demanding operational needs of tower cranes. Unlike conventional battery systems, Potain Power Solutions are built to handle the high-intensity duty cycles and peak power demands of heavy lifting applications.
The systems, available across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, India, Africa, Latin America, and other emerging markets, offer a range of output capacities, including 135 kVA and 270 kVA configurations, up to larger capacities exceeding 375 kVA. The systems integrate across the Potain tower crane range, from entry-level models to larger specialised cranes, while also supplying power for additional jobsite equipment.
Potain Power Solutions ... designed for easy forklift handling.
Engineered to support high-rate discharge and peak current demand during hoisting, the systems help cranes maintain full lifting performance and operating speeds without voltage drops or power interruptions. They also provide grid stabilisation and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) functionality to help protect the crane’s electronics during unstable power conditions or outages.
Potain Power Solutions include advanced liquid cooling technology to maintain stable battery performance in high-temperature, high-humidity environments. They’re designed for easy forklift handling and can withstand vibration, impacts, and the rough movements associated with transport and jobsite relocation.
According to Manitowoc, their compact footprint means the systems can be transported and redeployed efficiently, while their intelligent energy management can reduce fuel consumption by up to 70 per cent compared with conventional diesel generators. In pure electric operating mode, the diesel generator can be replaced entirely. The easy-to-maintain systems facilitate quieter operation and zero on-site emissions, offering a particular benefit in urban environments where there may be strict environmental and noise regulations.
“Potain Power Solutions help tower crane owners move toward smarter, more independent construction sites by maintaining peak productivity regardless of local infrastructure gaps. By drastically reducing the reliance on diesel generators, they lower daily operating costs and help users meet their sustainability targets,” said Robin Chen, New Product Development Manager at Potain.