Konecranes has received an order to supply 39 industrial cranes, with lifting capacities ranging from a couple of tons to several hundred of tons, to Hitachi Energy’s new transformer manufacturing facility in Mustasaari, Finland. The order includes four SMARTON cranes, 21 Konecranes S-series, and 14 Konecranes CXT overhead cranes, all designed to meet the demanding requirements of heavy transformer production. The contract was booked in April 2025, with deliveries scheduled for completion by the end of 2026.

Hitachi Energy is the world’s largest transformer manufacturer by installed base and portfolio range. The new production and technology center—Hitachi Energy Park, located in the Vaasa region—will house a state-of-the-art transformer factory, including production, testing, and office facilities for professionals in electrification, automation, and software development. The new production and technology center will double Hitachi Energy’s transformer production and testing capacity in Finland, supporting the growing global demand for transformers as part of the energy transition, electrification and growth of renewable energy.

Konecranes will supply four SMARTON cranes, each equipped with a main hoist rated for up to several hundred tons, and an auxiliary hoist with a capacity of 10 to 20 tons. These advanced cranes feature intelligent lifting capabilities for high-precision handling of large transformer components. The remaining lifting equipment includes a mix of double-girder and single-girder cranes, wall console cranes, and units with synchronized lifting and shared rail configurations, all designed to optimize factory floor space and workflow.

“These cranes are tailored to the specific demands of transformer manufacturing, featuring motorized hook blocks for precise control and safety, and Konecranes S-series hoists with synthetic ropes to support a cleaner production environment. They were carefully integrated in collaboration with Hitachi Energy to enhance efficiency and streamline production,” said Isto Heino, Sales Director, Industrial Cranes, Finland.

In addition to the lifting equipment, the order includes a spare parts package for critical components, power supply lines, operator training, and statutory annual inspections.

“We need a partner who can deliver custom cranes that align with our production needs and time-critical investment schedule. We aim to double our transformer production capacity with a wider portfolio. Transformers are mission-critical technologies advancing societies toward a carbon-neutral energy future, supporting our customers in the clean energy transition and the rapid pace of electrification. As an integral part of our investment, these cranes must offer top-notch heavy-lifting capabilities, safety, and reliability”, says Matti Vaattovaara, Managing Director, Hitachi Energy Finland.

A strong focus on customers, commitment to business growth, and continuous improvement make Konecranes a material handling industry leader. This is underpinned by investments in digitalization and technology, as well as efforts to make material flows more efficient with solutions that decarbonize the economy and advance circularity and safety.