The first two Tadano GR-1200XL rough terrain cranes arrived in the United States and were delivered immediately Bigge Crane and Rigging Co.’s Houston branch.
The 120-ton-capacity GR-1200XL is the largest two-axle rough-terrain crane in the Tadano RT range. It was launched in March at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2017.
The GR-1200XL features a 183.7-ft. telescopic boom. Adding the 58.1-ft. bi-fold jib gives a maximum lifting height of 241'4".
“We are pleased to be here at one of Bigge’s anchor locations in Houston for the arrival of the first GR-1200XL,” said Ingo Schiller, president of Tadano America. “Today, we celebrate both the arrival of Tadano’s newest model to our successful line-up of rough-terrain cranes and the continuation of our long-standing relationship with Bigge.”
The GR-1200XL continues Tadano’s tradition of offering long booms on compact carriers. The crane is also equipped with the new Tadano “Smart Chart System” that expands the working area from a traditional circular shape to a square pyramid, allowing users to achieve maximum lifting performance when working directly over outriggers in an asymmetrical outrigger setup.
“The GR-1200XL is a classic Tadano design with a long boom-and-jib combination," said Brian Noga, vice president, Gulf Coast region, for Bigge. "This crane is easy to transport, and, like all Tadano cranes, it is safe, efficient, reliable, and cost effective to own, operate, and maintain.”
Noga added, “The new Smart Chart system is also one of the reasons we like this machine. At Bigge, we are always looking for ways to maximize performance and safety.”
Dogotch said Bigge was interested in this model before it was even launched. “Their management team was excited to hear about Tadano bringing in the new GR-1200XL, and made an early commitment to purchase the first units for their rental fleet,” Dogotch said. “With a national footprint and clients in a wide range of industries, Bigge is always looking for the safest and most cost efficient lifting equipment. Tadano cranes fit that bill.”
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Pictured from left: Josh Bowman, Operations Manager, Bigge; Ingo Schiller, President, Tadano America; Brian Noga, Vice President Gulf Coast Region, Bigge; Ron Dogotch, Sr. Vice President of National Accounts, Tadano; Richard Rumery, Service Manager, Bigge; Dai Okajima, Product Marketing Manager, Tadano; Sergio Cantu, Shop Foreman, Bigge.] Tadano America President, Ingo Schiller and Senior Vice-President of National Accounts, Ron Dogotch met with Vice President of Bigge’s Gulf Coast Region in Houston, Brian Noga, where they celebrated the crane hand-off during a ceremony in Bigge’s yard.
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