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The new SPX1280, the versatile minicrane featuring endless options of stabilization You might see the world in black or white, or consider a glass always half-full or half-empty. But between the extremes there are endless options. This is the concept underlying the new SPX1280: beyond the limits, the world has no limits, and the operator turns into a painter whose palette offers all the colours of the rainbow and their endless combinations and nuances. From art to yard, the step seems far too long but it’s the principle that counts and makes everything easier. The SPX1280 encompasses new-generation technology that fully exploits the concepts of stability and hoisting. This results in straightforwardness and versatility for the operators to enjoy a new working experience and endless operating configurations, pushing to the extremes the concept of performance. A closer look at the characteristics and performance of the new SPX1280 will make you feel several light-years have gone since the launch of its predecessor, the SPX1275, that now gives way to Jekko’s newborn after long years of good and loyal service. This machine is a real blank page for the operator, who can use endless configurations to be exploited very easily, notably through a completely revised user interface – maintains Mauro Tonon, Export Sales Manager Jekko. – The SPX1280 has a maximum safe working load equal to 8 tons and reaches 26.6 m in height when the hydraulic jib is installed. Considering its weight, size and stabilization area, it’s no doubt the most performing machine within its sector. And of course the Pick & Carry mode for operation at 360° with a 2-ton load, Jekko’s trademark, is obviously available. The stabilization system of the SPX1280 considers several factors in order to determine the possible working conditions. Depending on the opening angle and the extension of the stabilisers – as well as the possible use of the counterweight – the machine software can define in real time the maximum safe working load in a specific point. In the past this wasn’t possible at such an extent since partial extensions of the stabilizers and 0° to 45° intermediate angles couldn’t be taken into account. The stabilization degrees have increased from four to seven and their displaying on the interface is easier and user-friendly.   AN ADVANCED AND PRECISE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

GIS 2019: great interest from renovation, craftsmanship and “green” worlds At the 7th edition of GIS we showcased some new models, among which there were the new mini cranes SPX532 and SPX1280 and the new minipicker MPK06, together with well known and appreciated models such as JF545, SPX424 and SPX312. Among the machinery on display, JF545 crawler crane keeps on raising a lot of interest in those working in the industry. The perfect combination of compact dimensions (5,4 x 1,8 x 2,8 m) and high lifting capacity (15,5 tons) together with a 30 m main boom and the possibility of using man-baskets makes this model one of the most requested by crane operators and rental companies. “During GIS we received a lot of requests regarding small but at the same time powerful cranes. The introduction of regulations in order to limit land consumption and the following increase of renovation works of existing buildings implicate the necessity of working in narrow and hard to reach spaces. Jekko range represents the ideal solution for all those who operate in this type of construction site” highlights Alessio Forcolin, Jekko Sales Manager for Italy. According to a report recently released by Sogeea Study Centre about urban regeneration in Italy, renovation works are worth approximately 17% of Italian GDP. This data emphasises the increasingly central role of this sector compared to the one of new constructions. “When talking about maintenance and renovation works, especially in urban areas, JF545 is second to none” Alessio Forcolin concludes. Lithium battery-powered cranes also stood out among the other models displayed, including the new SPX532. “Jekko was the first mini crane manufacturer to invest in eco-friendly technology of lithium batteries, which allow longer work cycles with consistent performance” Alessio Forcolin explains. Compared to the traditional ones, lithium batteries have a longer charge duration (up to 10 hours) with fast charging time and a service life up to 10 years. A lot of interest, especially in the craftsmanship world, was generated by minipicker MPK06 thanks to the possibility of working whether in pick & carry mode with hook or glass manipulator. The machinery, full electric, is the only minipicker with rotation of the main column (+/- 15°), has a maximum capacity of 600 kg and performs up to 3 movements simultaneously. Being part of the Made In Italy excellences at GIS makes us once again proud of the growth path done in these years and pays back the constant investment in the research of cutting-edge solutions. All of this wouldn’t be possible without the precious discussions with those who daily work on site in any condition and want to win all challenges. 

The biennial appointment with GIS exhibition is back this year, in Piacenza (Italy) from 3rd to 5th October. This trade fair, now in its 7th edition, it’s the only Italian event dedicated to lifting machines and equipment and has a more and more international horizon. Jekko could not miss this important exhibition and this year will attend GIS again with great enthusiasm. At Jekko stand, located in the external area, n. M16/N15, the most recent news will be showcased together with well known models.   Get your free ticket   As flagship models of SPX line two mini cranes stand out: new SPX532, which already reached a great success at Bauma exhibition and is the first one of a new generation of mini cranes, and SPX1280, restyling of SPX1275 with important improvements of stabilization system, hydraulic system and software. On display there will be also the bestseller SPX424, one of the best performing and easiest to use mini crane on the market, and SPX312, the smallest one in Jekko range. As regards JF line, we will showcase JF545, worldwide appreciated articulated crawler crane, and JF30, crane characterized by ease of use and great lifting capacity compared to the stabilization area. Lastly, we will present also MPK06, the first one of a new generation of Pick & Carry under 2 tonnes, fully electric and usable both as a Pick & Carry crane with hook or winch or equipped with glass manipulators. Another SPX532 will be also on display at NMG Italia stand (B30/C2, hall 1), a SPX536 will be at Mollo Noleggio stand (L19, external area) and a JF40 will be hosted at Cofiloc stand (I42/L15).  

With the SPX532, the mini crane is even more intuitive and high performing Introducing SPX532, the new model of Jekko mini crane that marks a sea change between the old and new design system. A more intuitive, cutting edge and easy to use mini crane The Jekko mini crane “grows up” and takes a brand new direction in which concepts such as simplicity, immediacy, performance and efficiency come together in the same machine. We are talking about the new SPX532 – developed by the Italian company, an international leader in the mini crane sector – that incorporates important innovations such as a cutting-edge stabilising system, a sophisticated electronic and hydraulic system, greater ease of use, increased lifting capacity, an updated design and a new and user friendly radio remote control. The new SPX532 project is the result of having listened to the precise needs of an increasingly large and continuously evolving market, that of special lifting – explains Jekko Export Manager Alberto Franceschini – Our pioneering experience gained over twenty years in the mini crane sector, combined with comprehensive knowledge of the truck-mounted crane sector, has allowed Jekko to develop a product that combines sophisticated solutions used in the world of mobile cranes with the simplicity and sturdiness typical of truck-mounted cranes. The SPX532 signals a very important change in direction in the design and creation of new products, which will inevitably impact on the development of future products. Machines that are not only innovative and sophisticated as they were in the past, but also easy to use and available to an increasingly wide customer base. The result is the most intuitive mini crane of all time, able to guarantee high level performance. The largest mini crane in its segment able to pass through a single door, it offers substantial lifting capacity in relation to its weight, dimensions and stabilization area. Important new features include the 1 tonne hydraulic jib, the maximum height of which, at 17.3 metres, can be compared to that of a higher category of crane, and an updated design with more sophisticated and resistant materials, so a column reinforced with two pistons and a sump that are no longer in fibreglass but in steel.   NEW PERFORMANCE LEVELS The SPX532 stands out for its maximum lifting capacity of 3.2 tonnes. The biggest new feature is the possibility to lift using both the hookblock and hoist method. The stability system has been updated so that slewing goes from 0° to 90° for each outrigger (previously 0° to 45°); it is also possible to adjust outrigger tilting angle. This allows for more stabilization areas and more work areas, allowing the crane to work in conditions that would never have been possible before, all thanks to a sophisticated yet simple sensor system. NEW JIB POSITION The position of the resting jib is initially found inside the column, the jib easily installed thanks to an innovative hooking system. This means a significant reduction in jib installation and disassembly times. The operator can therefore decide to store the jib in three ways, the jib either at rest on the column, on the ground or resting under the main arm. The first two ways allow the operator to work with the main arm, the last with the jib installed, with the great advantage of not having to put it to rest until the work is finished (as was necessary with the previous versions). Thanks to a double pump, the jib also allows for simultaneous use of both the extension and angle functions, for greater flexibility and precision.  

We will participate in the 2019 edition of Vertikal Days together with our English dealer JT Cranes, offering a full range overview on the models available at STAND 103 on May 15th-16th. Vertikal Days is a two day networking event for the access and lifting industry, with association and company meetings, seminars and workshops. Focusing purely on lifting equipment, Vertikal Days is a comprehensive and seriously targeted event in its field. The newest JF365 will be exhibited during the event alongside a lithium battery-powered SPX424 which is part the eco electric mini crane range by Jekko. There will also be a chance to get to know the 2.0 version of the SPK60 who will make its appearance together with a JF30, a SPX1280 and MPK20. Our representatives will be available at Stand 103 to give the best advice and help meet different needs.    

At Bauma 2019 we gladly welcomed hundreds of visitors. The great interest raised by the new products confirms that we are moving in the right direction, now it’s time to catch all the opportunities! Bauma 2019 was the perfect stage to showcase all the latest news in our products range. From the single door mini crane SPX532, lithium-battery powered, the SPX1280HYB, the very first hybrid powered mini crane, to the JF990, a step further in the JF line and the Jekko’s largest mini crawler crane. Among the new products exhibited there was also the new concept of the mini Pick & Carry crane MPK06, the first of a new generation of Pick & Carry under 2 tons, fully electric and usable both as a Pick & Carry crane with hook or winch or equipped with glass manipulators.  A new series of vacuum lifters for flat and curved glass panes was also on display. Last but not least, we introduced also the brand new telemetry system,  J-Connect, and launched a new merchandising line that includes also a 1:50 scale model of SPX1280. We came to Bauma with big expectations – comments Diego Tomasella, Jekko CEO – but this edition really surprised us with unexpected results. Thanks to an eye-catching and engaging stand we had the chance to meet our consolidated partners and to gather new contacts. It was a really intense week and our staff is now at work to develop the opportunities we gained. The interest shown towards our new products confirms that we are going in the right direction, both working on products that aim to anticipate the  market trends and offering support services to the sales network in a synergic way, in order to develop a market which is always sensitive to our proposals. We would like to thank all the people who came to visit us and gave us their feedbacks. See you at Bauma 2022!  

New products and technologies will be on display to showcase the increasingly innovative, green and user-friendly corporate range Three years after the last show, Jekko will be again an exhibitor at the Bauma expo with the aim of telling a brand new story where new products and technologies play the leading role. The director is the same: a young company whose target has always been the “active listening to customers” while implementing effective technologies and craftsmanship on a new range of products that increasingly turns innovative, green and user-friendly. Jekko’s exhibiting area – FS open-air area, stand 903/6 – will cover 512 square metres and will showcase all the new products of the Jekko world: the new JF990, the hybrid version of model SPX1280HYB, the full electric lithium-battery SPX532, just to mention a few; as for minipickers, the MPK06 and the MPK12 are a breakthrough in the sector of indoor building yards; the new and user-friendly interface of Jekko radio remote controls and the innovative J-Connect telemetry system for all the new Jekko mini cranes. Bauma will be the launching pad for a new merchandising line that will include a little showcase with products for sale, such as a scale reduction of a Jekko machine. A J-Connect area will be set up for dealers and visitors to meet and analyse the concepts of telemetry and user interface.   NEW PRODUCTS MINI SPIDER CRANES  The flagship model will be the SPX532 with a full electric lithium-battery motor. Also available with a diesel engine, the SPX532 is an ideal crane for indoor operation and for all those activities requiring a machine as little as to go through a single door. This mini crane is equipped with geometric control system and easier-friendly software designed in-house that make the operator’s work simpler. The Jekko radio remote control also has new features: a more user-friendly interface for easy and intuitive management of the countless options as well as automatic and fast functions for simpler operations. Jekko will also focus on the first hybrid version of a mini crane: the SPX1280HYB. This latter is the evolution of the SPX1275: it features a maximum load capacity increased from 7,500 to 8,000 kg and new hydraulic systems. With a 3-extension hydraulic JIB, the SPX1280 is one of Jekko’s most popular mini cranes. On Jekko’s stand at the Bauma expo there will also be an SPX312 and an electric lithium-battery SPX424, traditional models of the company.   JF SERIES Most of the show will be stolen by model JF990, which will be launched on the market as an evolution of the most successful JF545 and JF365. The new JF is a further generation of the previous models in the JF line that pioneers a new hoisting concept of articulated crane: the traditional truck-loader crane becomes a crawler crane. The JF990 is the world’s largest mini crane featuring a loading capacity of as much as 100 ton/m and, despite its dimensions, a weight not exceeding 23 tons. The machine can be equipped with a counterweight that raises the weight to 28 tons and, similarly to model JF545, it can work in both horizontal and vertical position, it can pass or dodge an obstacle, and it can operate in hook or winch more or with a selflevelling platform. In addition to model JF990, a JF40 will be on display in Jekko’s stand at the Bauma expo while a JF545 will be presented at Fassi’s stand (FN 926/2).   MINIPICKERS & TELE-CRAWLER CRANE During the Bauma expo Jekko will showcase the new models MPK06 and MPK12 having a 600-kg and 1,200-kg load capacity respectively. Both machines are equipped with 4 wheels instead of 3 and special tyres can be fitted for off-road operation. These pick&carry minipickers are the first having 100% electric actuators and those on display at the Bauma expo will be fitted with manipulators designed for handling and laying of glass panes. Finally, the SPK60 will also be present at Bauma: a tele-crawler crane with 6 ton of maximum capacity  and 3 tons of pick & carry.   VACUUM Building on its corporate experience in the glass handling sector and first worldwide in fitting vacuum manipulators to mini cranes, Jekko is going to unveil a new series of vacuum lifters for flat and curved glass panes. These vacuum lifters have a double pump with blow-off function for easier release.   J-CONNECT – TELEMETRY Jekko has invested on bidirectional connectivity for Internet connection of the mini cranes. Remote monitoring and assistance are available via a dedicated portal. This system is applicable to the JF series and to the traditional mini crane range.  

Our Polish dealer Jekko Polska will attend the 2019 edition of Budma exhibition in Poznan, Poland. Budma the largest construction industry trade fair in Poland and Central and Eastern Europe. From February 12th to 15th Jekko Polska staff will be available at STAND 44A in Hall 8 and will showcase a JF545 and SPX424 with hydraulic glass manipulator MR800. For more informationVISIT JEKKO POLSKA WEBSITE    

Leonardo Dei Tos has won again, this time earning a well-deserved silver. The 26-year-old of the Athletic Club 96 Alperia won the silver medal in the Italian Championship in 50-kilometre race walk event in San Giorgio di Gioiosa Marea (Messina) this morning, after winning the gold in 2018.He was satisfied with his performance and with a final time 3h56’56” he improved his personal best by almost three minutes. “I have bettered myself by almost three minutes, finishing at a little more than one and half minutes after the winner”, he commented from Sicily. This result is the minimum qualifier for the world championship in Doha in October. Meanwhile, he will be called to the European Race Walk Cup in Alytus, Lithuania, on 19 May. “My sensations were not very good at the beginning of the race, but I paced myself well, crossing the 25-kilometre mid-race mark in 2 hours and scoring a time of 1h56’56” in the second half of the race. The last 8 kilometres were really tough, but that can be expected when you attempt two 50-kilometre races in little more than three months because you feel the physical toll. I will rest now and have the Cup in my sights“. The year 2019 started for Dei Tos in the best of ways, with another top-three result in a national event. In the last 10 Italian indoor and outdoor championships, the 26-year-old athlete, who moved to Milan from Vittorio Veneto six years ago, collected a dozen medals including a gold in the 5000-metre indoor event in 2015. He attended electrical engineering school and is a keen mountaineer. His trainer is Enzo Fiorillo.   © Salima Barzanti – Messaggero Veneto