XCMG Sets New World Record as XCA1600 Installs Highest Impeller on Windfarm

- The XCA1600 is the world's first wheeled crane capable of installing impellers at the height of 140 meters. The assembled impeller had a diameter of 141 meters and weighed nearly 90 tons; the crane lifted and docked the impeller in only 40 minutes while engineers spent another 90 minutes to fasten all 80 bolts. "China has the greatest number of wind farm installations. The 1,600-ton all-terrain crane, designed for projects at height has not only overcome many construction challenges with world-leading technology and strong quality, but it has also now made its name with this new record-breaking project complete as China leading crane technology and quality," said Jianzhong Sun, VP of XCMG and the GM of XCMG Crane Business Division. XCMG's 1,600-ton all-terrain crane has the following highlights: "XCMG's goal is to create 'Advanced and Endurable' wind power equipment best suited to the different geological and weather conditions of various projects, and bring new solutions that aid the development of the wind power industry," Sun said. Over the years, XCMG has dedicated significant investment into the wind power sector, resulting in the fast development of Chinese wind power installations supported by cutting-edge technologies, advanced manufacturing and a comprehensive industrial database to support R&D. About XCMG XCMG is a multinational heavy machinery manufacturing company with a history of 76 years. It currently ranks sixth in the world's construction machinery industry. The company exports to more than 183 countries and regions around the world. Please visit www.xcmg.com, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram. Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/884472/XCMG_XCA1600_Windfarm.jpg