A First for Italy as Pizzolato Takes Delivery of Spierings SK597-AT4 eLift
- Meagan Wood
- Jun 6, 2024
- 3 min read
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Pizzolato Trasporti & Sollevamenti has made Italian lifting history with the delivery of the country’s first Spierings SK597-AT4 eLift. The four-axle mobile self-erecting tower crane brings electric operation, fast setup, and tower-crane reach to projects across northern Italy.
First Spierings Mobile Tower Crane Delivered in Italy
Italian crane and transport company Pizzolato Trasporti & Sollevamenti has taken delivery of a four-axle Spierings SK597-AT4 eLift, becoming the first operator in Italy to add a Spierings mobile self-erecting tower crane to its fleet.
The delivery represents a significant milestone for both Spierings Mobile Cranes and the Italian crane rental market, introducing electric mobile tower crane technology to the country for the first time.
Latest-Generation SK597-AT4 eLift Specifications
The Spierings SK597-AT4 eLift is the latest-generation mobile tower crane from Spierings, offering a maximum lifting capacity of seven tonnes combined with a 48-metre jib on a compact four-axle chassis.
The crane delivers a maximum lifting height of 58.1 metres with the jib luffed to 45 degrees, or 27.8 metres with the jib in the horizontal position, providing flexibility for a wide range of construction and industrial lifting applications.
Electric eLift Technology Enables Low-Emission Operation
The crane is equipped with Spierings’ eLift electric drive system, allowing operation via 16A or 32A mains power connections.
Power is routed through a Lithium-ion PowerPack, which absorbs peak energy demand and enables the crane to operate from standard electrical outlets without compromising performance. During periods of lower power draw, the battery system automatically recharges.
For sites without access to a mains supply, the SK597-AT4 eLift is also fitted with a compact diesel engine, capable of generating the electrical power required for full crane operation.
Pizzolato Highlights Flexibility and Speed Advantages
Managing director Simone Pizzolato said the company was impressed by both the crane concept and Spierings’ support throughout the delivery process.
“Spierings gave us a warm welcome and great hospitality, and we strongly believe in this crane concept. It provides us with the reach and height of a tower crane, while being able to set up in just a couple of minutes and remain easy to manoeuvre throughout the country.”
He added that performance and timing made the investment particularly meaningful.
“We chose Spierings because of its operational speed and ease of use. This year our company celebrates its 50th anniversary, which makes the acquisition of this Spierings mobile tower crane extra festive.”
About Pizzolato Trasporti & Sollevamenti
Pizzolato Trasporti & Sollevamenti was established in 1974 and is headquartered in Treviso, northern Italy. The company provides crane and equipment rental, industrial assembly services, and specialist lifting solutions across Treviso, Padua, and Venice.
In addition to crane hire, Pizzolato operates domestic and international road haulage services, supporting a wide range of construction, industrial, and infrastructure projects throughout Italy and beyond.
About Spierings Mobile Cranes
Spierings Mobile Cranes is a Netherlands-based manufacturer specialising exclusively in mobile self-erecting tower cranes. Founded in 1950, Spierings is globally recognised for its SK Series cranes, combining fast setup times, high lifting performance, and advanced electric eLift technology.
The Spierings eLift system enables cranes to operate fully electrically on site, significantly reducing emissions and noise, making them ideal for urban environments, low-emission zones, and sustainability-driven construction projects across Europe.
Website: https://www.spieringscranes.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this delivery significant for Italy?
This is the first Spierings mobile self-erecting tower crane to be delivered and operated in Italy.
What model has Pizzolato added to its fleet?
Pizzolato has added a Spierings SK597-AT4 eLift mobile tower crane.
What is the lifting capacity of the SK597-AT4 eLift?
The crane offers a maximum lifting capacity of seven tonnes.
How does the Spierings eLift system work?
The eLift system allows the crane to operate using electric mains power, supported by a Lithium-ion battery PowerPack, with a diesel generator available when grid power is not accessible.
Where is Pizzolato Trasporti & Sollevamenti based?
The company is based in Treviso, in northern Italy, serving the wider Veneto region.
