KONDOR500 / 1000 / 3000

DOUBLE JIB LEVEL LUFFING CRANE

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A PERFECT MULTIPURPOSE CRANE SYSTEM: FOR CARGO HANDLING AND SHIP ASSEMBLY WORK.THE KONDOR:

THE EXPERIENCED CRANE.

The seaports of this world are the relaystations for the flows of goods which, in the age of global business operations,are continuing to grow rapidly. Shippingunits are becoming ever larger, turna-round times ever shorter and cargohandling operations ever greater. This is an enormous challenge for all thoseresponsible for the loading of goods,and for those who build the ships.

Cranes, as high-performance instru-ments, play a decisive role in this pro-cess. Cranes in dockyards and harboursmust always function correctly in all possible climatic zones and fulfil themost varied demands with regard tohandling capacity, geometry and groundpressure limits, etc.

Q INFO

What constitutes the best harbour and dockyard cranes?

What does it depend on?

Q Essentially, on:

– low operating costs

– high productivity rates

Q More precisely, on:

– efficient and safe handling of bulk goods, general cargo and containers

– precise, careful handling of materials and efficient assembly of

ship components in dockyards

– maximising the handling capacity and, consequently, short turnaround

times for the ships

– economical unloading and loading

– low costs for maintenance and operating materials

– long working life

The Kondor is a crane that has proved itself a thousand times.

It has all these features.

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DOESN’T EVERY INVENTOR DREAM OF CREATING A NEW STANDARD?THE ARDELT DOUBLE JIB LEVEL

LUFFING PRINCIPLE.

As early as 1932, Ardelt had inventedthe double jib level luffing principle –and since then has implemented furtherdevelopments. The double jib systemcomprises four elements: A-frame, jibboom, tie-back and jib. The crucial pointabout this special geometry: it allows the desired horizontal load path to berealised by mechanical means withouthaving to expend energy through thehoisting gear. Characteristic of thisdesign is the downward-pointing jib: itdecisively shortens the length of thefree-swinging rope.

This means (above all, in comparison to single-jib cranes): the horizontal loadpath and the closeness of the jib to theload allow excellent productivity rates.Thanks to shorter free-swinging ropelengths, positioning becomes very simpleand precise, even in wind and bad weather conditions – a great advantagefor all types of operation.

In addition, the short free-swinginglengths make the articulated jib craneideal for semi-automatic operation,especially in the integrated bunker version.

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Typical features of the Kondor

– extremely productive: short load paths, short rope

lengths and free-swinging lengths, improved centre of

gravity position: the double jib level luffing principle

– classic construction: block column and base-point bearing

– extremely low-maintenance: no special tools required

– very economical: recovery of braking energy

THE TECHNICAL CONCEPT.

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A further advantage of the Ardelt doublejib level luffing system: the jib cannotcrash to the ground, even in the event of failure of the luffing gear. It is heldabsolutely secure by the tie-back.

And: optimum guidance of the ropeminimises the bending load on the ropesand increases the working life of theropes – therefore reducing the operatingcosts.

The special double jib level luffing concept of the Kondor provides a coun-terweight balancing lever. The movablecounterweight ensures that, in everyposition, the centre of gravity of thewhole jib system remains close to theslewing axis. This minimises themoments of force acting on the slewingbearing and also reduces the luffingenergy required. In both cases, thismeans reduced wear and thereforelower costs.

Further characteristic features of the Kondor are the block column and thebase-point bearing. These ensure thatthe rotating part of the crane is sup-ported in the fixed part – which makesthe Kondor especially easy to transport. Also typical of the Kondor: maintenanceand repair work can be undertaken without the use of special tools. (And: allsteel structural parts and other compo-nents can be transported within theclearance gauge of the Russian railwaynetwork, since the Kondor was originallydeveloped for the Russian market.)

Moreover, the Kondor is an extremelyenergy-efficient crane. Its primary ener-gy consumption, already low, is furtherreduced by means of the latest convert -er technology. Through recovery of thebraking energy fed back into the powersupply system the Kondor exhibits asignificantly better energy balance thana comparable mobile harbour crane.

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Precision work during general cargo handling

The Kondor is a classic in Ardelt’s pro-duct range. From the very beginning, we have constantly refined and improvedthis crane: together with its sister crane,the smaller Sokol, since 1950 we havedelivered it more than 1,600 times, to 4 continents – where it operates reliablyunder the most varied geographical and climatic conditions.

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THERE ARE MANY REASONS FOR CHOOSING THE KONDOR .THE MOST COMPELLING ARE:

01 THE JIB SY STEMDecades of experience pay off. Ardeltbuilds what is not only the most robust,but also the lightest double jib level luffing system in the world. The Kondoris manufactured in three size classes,each with specific characteristics relatedto the lifting capacity: Sokol 500,Kondor 1000, Grande Kondor 3000.

02 THE HOISTING GEARWe have optimised our hoisting gearthrough decades of development, so thatwe are able to guarantee highest perfor-mance and best availability. Equipped as standard with compact, high-perfor-mance planetary gears of modular construction. In this way we achieveweight and cost savings.

03 THE MACHINERY HOUSE LAYOUTThe compact, modular and low-main -tenance machinery house of the Kondoris designed on the principle of a rucksack.There is typically good access to all thecomponents. For the rope entry point in the machinery house roof: this is pro -vided with excellent protection againstrain or spray water by means of floatingguide rollers (with reliable sealing).

06 THE TRAVELLING GEARFor the Kondor travelling gear we use only tried and tested components fromwell-known suppliers, because we be -lieve that reliability is a cardinal virtue.Travelling gear from Ardelt characteristi-cally has an extremely robust construc -tion with one very special feature: the driving dogs between drive and driveshaft have involute toothing. This makesit possible to easily replace the driveunits. Ardelt travelling gear units aremodular in design and – as modules –can be combined on travelling gearrockers. In this way they can easily meetall the requirements that the infrastruc-ture of the respective installation sitedemands. Moreover: in comparison torubber-tyred travelling gear, rail mountedtravelling gear is much cheaper to pur-chase and maintain, because the highcost of tyres is eliminated.

04 THE LUFFING GEARThe Kondor luffing gear has proveditself a thousand times and is extremelysafe, easy to maintain and independentof climatic conditions. Depending on sizeclass, we install either single toothedrack luffing gear or double toothed rackluffing gear. This provides much loweroperating costs in comparison tohydraulic or spindle drive luffing gear.

05 THE SLEWING GEARFrom its use in thousands of cranes, the slewing gear fitted to the Kondor hasshown itself to be a compact and low-maintenance system. It consists of a driveunit with planetary gears. Special techni-cal features are a) the supporting ring forthe swivel roller rockers and b) the base-point bearing which supports the wholeblock column. Accessibility to all compo-nents of the slewing gear is guaranteed.

THE TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS.

O Reliable and safe – Rack and pinion luffing gears O Spaciousness of the machinery house grants good accessibility and easy maintenance

O Travelling gear from construction kitO Proven hoisting gear block O Rope pressure device for safe hoisting rope winding

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08 THE ELECTROCONTAINERWe only install first-class components in the modular-designed Kondor electro-container. We manufacture the controlcabinets, for example, in Eberswalde,install them completely, test them meti-culously and then deliver them as a com-pact unit together with the operator cab.

The benefits:– well-arranged structure thanks

to the modular design– high-quality components and

functional testing– low freight costs thanks to reduced

dimensions– less installation work during assembly.

09 THE OPERATOR CABINArdelt operator cabins are individuallymanufactured to specially developed,standardised designs. We design andbuild the cabs to order, or to suit the relevant on-site operating conditions.

10 THE PORTALSThe block column cranes stand onmade-to-measure star or crown portals,which – depending on customer require-ments – are available in all sizes of gantry gauge. We have already producedcranes with special hook heights of up to 60m with corresponding portalheights of up to 50m.

07 THE CONTROL SYSTEMArdelt is the only manufacturer of double jib level luffing cranes able torefer to an established and integratedknowledge chain: right from the electri-cal design stage through to program-ming and as far as manufacture andtesting. Something which – apart fromagreeable operation of the crane – alsogives the customer the satisfaction ofalways having state-of-the-art equip-ment. Whether this concerns the compo-nents or forward-looking functions suchas remote maintenance.

O Clear and ergonomically comfortable arrangement of operational elements in the driver’s cabin

O Portals from Ardelt are perfectly designed for unique requirements

O Visualisation of crane data via Crane Management System

OOpen racks for electrical equipment are common

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THEORY:

HIGHEST HANDLING CAPACITY WITH SPOT-ON OPERATING PRECISION.SOLUTION: THE KONDOR.

THE KONDOR IN OPERATION.

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Great engineering performances: “Queen Mary II” and Ardelt Cranes

The Kondor is at home in any locationwhere there are loads to be moved.

This is a very economical machine forhandling operations in ports and, amongother things, ideal for bulk cargo hand-ling. In the so-called “kangaroo operation”it achieves peak handling capacities.With this method, besides the short loadpaths and swing lengths arising from thedouble jib level luffing design principle,there is a second decisive benefit: thehandling operation is carried out essen-tially by the luffing movement. The slew -

Q INFO

For general cargo, heavy loads

and container handling too,

the Kondor is able to make full

use of its inherent advantages:

– highly accurate positioning

– horizontal load path (mechanical

principle)

– high working speed

ing movement therefore becomessecondary and the effects of brakingand acceleration processes which nor-mally occur during the trolley travelmovements of ship unloaders are elimi-nated. One of the reasons crane driverssimply love the Kondor.

It is highly regarded in the dockyards for the assembly of ship components.This is due to the short rope lengths, the short load swings and the ability to make very fine and precisely-control-led movements.

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WHY ARDELT?

CRANE CONSTRUCTION SINCE 1902.

Q KNOW HOWWith more than 2,300 double jib levelluffing cranes delivered, Ardelt is theworld market leader. The technical basison which our success is built derivesfrom the “Double jib level luffing patent”of 1932, which we constantly developfurther.

During the constant further develop-ment and design work, our engineersconsistently apply the proven methodsand rules of the German engineeringindustry. With this, the classification and categorisation of the cranes forcontinuous operation is carried out in an especially rigorous manner. The aimalways remains the same: to increasethe efficiency, safety and environmentalaspects of the cranes.

Q QUALITYFor us, quality means: a sophisticatedproduct concept, in-depth knowledge inthe fields of design and control, as wellas high precision in manufacture andproduction. It goes without saying thatour engineers meticulously inspect and test all mechanical and electricalsubassemblies.

All that brings decisive benefits:– high performance and reliability

of the cranes– low operating costs– long working life (even under the

severest operating conditions).

Q SERVICEBy excellent service, we understand this to mean, among other things: to be present and available. After all, it’salways possible for something unpre-dictable to happen. For that reason, ourcustomers can contact us around theclock via a Hotline. In order to ensure yoursafety and satisfaction we employ only

highly qualified engineers and technicians in Customer Service. Andnot least, we place great value on com-prehensive and technically sound train-ing and support for your employees.

Q PARTNER APPROACHThe Kondor is a product with an ex -tremely long working life. A decision tochoose the Kondor is synonymous withthe start of an extensive customer/sup-plier relationship – which is evident fromthe many repeat and follow-up orders.

We therefore place great value on devel oping this relationship to providefair and long-term benefits to both parties. (For us, this starts long beforethe signing of a contract. We will bepleased to advise you, simply give us a call.)

THE COMPANY ARDELT.

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AN OVERVIEW OF THE KONDOR.

KONDOR 500 (SOKOL)

KONDOR 1000

THE KONDOR – THE ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL DATA.

Working speeds (± 5 %):Q Hoisting/lowering from 0 m/min up to 90 m/min*Q Slewing from 0 rpm up to 1.6 rpm*Q Luffing from 0 m/min up to 64 m/min*Q Travelling 20.0 m/min

* DEPENDING ON LOAD

Working speeds (± 5 %):Q Hoisting/lowering from 0 m/min up to 80 m/min*Q Slewing from 0 rpm up to 1.5 rpm*Q Luffing from 0 m/min up to 60 m/min*Q Travelling 20.0 m/min

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Q LARGE INLAND AND SEAPORTS

Kondor 1000

32 m

60 t x 16 m*

40 t x 25 m

20 t x 32 m**

Q SEAPORTS

Grande Kondor 3000

40 m – 70 m

80 t x 25 m*120 t x 30 m*

40 t x 40 – 55 m

30 – 40 t x 50 – 55 m

Q INLAND PORTS

Kondor 500

32 / 36 m

32 t x 20 m36 t x 20 m

20 t x 25 /28 m

16 t x 32 /36 m

Size classes

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Capacities Heavy-duty operation(A2)

Capacities General cargo handling(A5/A6)

Capacities Bulk goods handling(A8)

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AN OVERVIEW OF THE KONDOR.

GRANDE KONDOR 3000

Working speeds (± 5 %):Q Hoisting/lowering from 0 m/min up to 110 m/min*Q Slewing from 0 rpm up to 1.2 rpm*Q Luffing from 0 m/min up to 60 m/min*Q Travelling 32.0 m/min

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* OPTIONAL ** PREFERRED DESIGNS: 30 T X 30 M AND 25 T X 37 M

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