Manitowoc launches Potain Power Solutions energy systems

The self-contained Potain Power Solutions provide energy support for the demanding duty cycles and peak power requirements of tower cranes.  www.manitowoc.com Manitowoc has launched Potain Power Solutions, a range of energy storage systems engineered to power tower cranes and reduce site dependency on diesel generators or unstable electrical grid infrastructure. Operational Capacities and Regional Market Availability The energy storage units are purpose-built to manage the high-intensity duty cycles and peak power requirements characteristic of heavy lifting operations. The product line is available across emerging markets, including Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, India, Africa, and Latin America. The platform provides a range of power output options, featuring 135 kVA and 270 kVA baseline configurations alongside high-capacity variants exceeding 375 kVA. The hardware integrates across the entire Potain tower crane line—from entry-level models to large specialized cranes—while simultaneously supplying auxiliary electrical power to adjacent jobsite equipment. Power Quality, Thermal Management, and Mechanical Durability Engineered to handle high-rate discharge and sudden peak current spikes during heavy hoisting sequences, the systems allow tower cranes to maintain full lifting capacity and operating speeds without experiencing localized voltage drops or power supply interruptions. The units incorporate grid stabilization software and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) functionality, protecting sensitive crane electronics against mains outages, voltage dips, and unstable grid inputs. To sustain battery chemistry within high-temperature and high-humidity environments, Potain Power Solutions incorporate advanced liquid cooling technology. The physical frame is designed with forklift access pockets and is built to withstand mechanical vibration, physical impacts, and dynamic shocks during transport and site relocation. Efficiency Gains and Emissions Reduction The storage platforms feature a compact physical footprint to facilitate transport and redeployment across construction sites. Integrated intelligent energy management algorithms lower site fuel consumption by up to 70% compared to standard diesel generator configurations. Operating in pure electric mode permits the complete elimination of diesel generators on-site, providing silent operation and zero direct site emissions to comply with urban environmental regulations. Additional Context This section details technical specifications not included in the original news release. Tower cranes generate high transient power spikes during acceleration and heavy hoisting cycles. These peak demand loads typically force construction sites to deploy oversized diesel generators to prevent voltage sags and system tripping. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) mitigate these power fluctuations through peak shaving and dynamic load balancing. Utilizing high-rate Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistry, the unit integrates a bidirectional Power Conversion System (PCS) equipped with high-speed insulated gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs). During high-load hoist sequences, the inverter responds within milliseconds to supply supplementary active power, smoothing the demand profile. During idling or lowering phases, the system recharges from low-capacity grid connections or downsized auxiliary generators. Integrated liquid cooling plates circulate glycol-water fluids between battery modules to stabilize cell temperatures and prevent thermal degradation during high C-rate discharge cycles in extreme ambient environments. Edited by Romila DSilva, Induportals Editor, with AI assistance. www.manitowoc.com Powered by Induportals Media Publishing