The new Jekko SPK60, one mini-crane with two souls

By MEq April 18, 2018 13:37

Jekko has a crane with two souls and it’s called SPK60: the only one of its kind on the world market. The SPK60 was born in 2016 as a telescopic boom crawler crane with a cab to be used mainly in confined and difficult spaces where millimeter-level precision and controlled movements are required.

After two years of experience in the field, Jekko has made further improvements and enhancements to this winning project. All these thanks to the new version of the machine’s management software that gives the SPK60 a brand-new identity, or rather two identities.
“We really wanted to enhance and develop the SPK60 in order to enrich the range of machines designed and produced for customers working in niche markets where Jekko has its Core Business,” explains Alberto Franceschini, Jekko Export Manager. “It consists of a crane with two souls that will open up multiple market scenarios and sectors for us. We have already delivered this crane to Hong Kong, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, England and the United States, with the aim of strengthening our presence in the sector of large construction sites.”

The “rock’n’roll” soul of the SPK60
The “sporty and rock’n’roll” soul is expressed by a crawler picker and an excavator with a boom that can work in any construction site, on any type of terrain and inclination (up to 4 different degrees 0°, 0.7°, 1.5° and 3°). This mini-crane is equipped with extendible tracks without stabilizers, capable of lifting up to 3 tonnes in Pick&Carry mode and 6 tonnes in static mode and can reach a maximum height of 26.7 meters with a jib.

All this is made possible by the new innovative software that creates a great feeling with the operator for maximum stability. This stability is necessary as the crane rests on a maximum radius of 2.9 meters by 2.5 metres. The software allows electronically controlling the machine directly from the radio remote control unit provided, adapting itself to any operating situation and environment. The mini-crane is extremely easy to transport and is only 5.8 meters long which makes it easy to unload from the body of a truck.

The “elegant” soul of the SPK60
This elegant soul consists of a telescopic crawler crane with cab and hydraulic jib – the longest in its category – extendible tracks and an electric motor for working easily and smoothly in confined spaces. This type of machine can be used in a variety of different applications. In fact, it is suitable for the petrochemical industry, maintenance of nuclear/electric power stations, industrial maintenance and for all indoor, confined and tight spaces where stabilizers cannot be used, and also inside buildings where significant extensions are required. In fact, the hydraulic jib of this mini-crane can extend past the main boom by an additional 8.2 meters for a maximum height of almost 27 meters. The radio control unit allows it to be used like a classic mini-crane and to have all the working data displayed.

The SPK 60 is the only machine in its category that can close the jib in two different positions: Under the main boom so that customers who frequently use the jib do not have to install it every time. On the right side of the crane boom so that the jib is always on board the machine, ready for use. Ideal for customers who often use the main boom of the crane in pick&carry mode or at its maximum capacity.

The SPK60 has a Yanmar 53.7 kW/73 hp diesel engine and, if necessary, can alternate with a three-phase (or single-phase) 11kW electric engine. Depending on the situation and requirements, the operator can easily switch from one solution to the other with extreme flexibility, both indoors and outdoors.

The cabin is extremely ergonomic and comes with a video camera for perfect rear vision, as well as a radio, air conditioning and ergonomic seat with wide visibility. It is not only comfortable but also easy to use because the graphics display allows immediately recognizing the accessories installed on the machine, thus allowing the automatic setting of the machine’s moment indicator. The software comes with a self-diagnosis system (DTC) for detecting any problems immediately and guaranteeing quick feedback from the Jekko after-sales service.