R&D Crane expands fleet with new Grove GMK5250L all-terrain crane to meet growing market demand

The new GMK5250L brings Grove’s latest technologies to R&D Crane’s fleet; the crane was designed to increase job site versatility and lower operating costs.
Shawmut Equipment of Canada, a Grove dealer, guided R&D Crane’s decision to invest in the 300 USt (250 t) crane, to help the company meet upcoming bridge erection project requirements.

R&D Crane, a division of the Cherubini Group of Companies operating in Atlantic Canada, recently expanded their extensive fleet with the purchase of a new Grove GMK5250L. The addition of the 300 USt (250 t) all-terrain crane was fueled by increased demand in the market, especially in R&D Crane’s primary fields of focus, which includes bridge and structural erection, tilt-up building panel erection and industrial mechanical machinery (air conditioning units) installation.

Being a proud Grove customer, they have purchased various Grove cranes including Grove GMK6400, TMS9000E, TMS9000-2 and GRT880 units. The most recent addition, the brand new GMK5250L all-terrain crane, offers groundbreaking technologies and was designed with advancements focusing on enhancing job site versatility, lowering operating costs and increasing return on investment.

The GMK5250L was received in May of this year and its inaugural job was just one week later erecting the William Trail Bridge in Waverly, Nova Scotia. The crane is designed with a 230 ft (70 m) MEGAFORM main boom manufactured with the Twin-Lock boom pinning system, ensuring that the boom is among the most stable on the market.

The machine’s dimensions allow for excellent roadability while providing a stronger reach and load chart than many fixe-axle cranes in its class. Other new advancements include Manitowoc’s user-friendly Crane Control System (CCS) and the VIAB Turbo clutch module, which was designed to improve fuel economy and increase maneuverability.

“Due to increased demand in the market, coupled with many upcoming bridge erection jobs, the new GMK5250L was an essential purchase to continue with the work that we do. The decision to purchase the Grove GMK5250L comes down to our comfort with the Grove/Manitowoc product lines, our 25 year relationship with Shawmut Equipment and their professional team of technicians that provide the customer service and support we need,” said Aaron Harvey, general manager of R&D Crane.

Shawmut Equipment of Canada’s team was instrumental in helping R&D Crane navigate Grove’s all-terrain range of options, leading the crane operator to the GMK5250L, because it precisely fits the company’s capacity and ease-of-transport needs.

“When R&D Crane was looking to upgrade their Grove GMK5240, the Grove GMK5250L was a clear choice. With a 230 ft (70 m) main boom, ease of transport, and latest technology, the machine is a perfect fit for them,” added Dave Hawboldt, sales representative of Shawmut Equipment of Canada. “Shawmut continues to enjoy a prosperous relationship with the Cherubini Group and R&D Crane. We are pleased to continue to support the company with OEM parts, factory-trained technicians and any other future equipment needs.”

R&D Crane, based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, has been providing crane services to a broad range of industries, including construction, commercial, marine, wind and residential for over 30 years. Shawmut Equipment of Canada is a longtime Grove dealer. The company recently moved its Canadian headquarters to Elmsdale, Nova Scotia.

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GMK5250L-1

Five-axle supremacy.

The most powerful and versatile five-axle crane in the market the new GMK5250L-1 lets you dominate the competition with performance capabilities that include highest-rated capacity best load chart in its class best maneuverability quickest set-up time and most operator comfort and convenience in its class.

GMK6400

The best load chart in class and proud recipient of the ESTA Innovation award for 2013 the GMK6400 continues to be one of the most successful cranes of the Grove GMK all-terrain crane line. In addition to innovations such as the removable outrigger box and self rigging auxiliary hoist the trademarked and also self–rigging MegaWingLift™ attachment lifts the already impressive capacity by nearly 70 percent.

Winner of the 2013 ESTA award for innovation
One of the newest all-terrain cranes from Grove the GMK6400 earned Manitowoc the “Innovation Manufacturer” award from Europe’s leading lifting and transportation trade association.

TMS9000E

The TMS9000E replaces the TMS900E and offers a 23 percent increase in overall capacities. Additional upgrades include improvements to the chassis and superstructure cabs boom support and counterweight support designs and accessibility for service and maintenance.

NOTE: TM/TMS models are not CE certified. Please contact your local Grove distributor for availability and special fuel requirements in your area.

TMS9000-2

The TMS9000-2 is the premier truck-mounted crane in the industry. Features like the Grove MEGAFORM boom optional extensions and counterweight removal system make the TMS9000-2 manueverable and strong making an impact on any jobsite.

GRT880

The GRT880 comes with a 12,5 m to 41 m (41 ft to 134.5 ft) four-section, full power boom that provides unmatched lifting performance in its class. This combined with a strong permissible line pull, powerful hoists, Cummins QSB6.7L engine with ECO mode, load sensing hydraulic system and Manitowoc’s Crane Control System (CCS) ensure that the GRT880 will deliver unmatched efficiency on the jobsite. And just like all GRT models, we are so confident in the performance and reliability of the GRT880 that we are backing it with a two-year standard warranty.