Solidlink Quick Coupling System from Liebherr: New

Kirchdorf a.d. Iller (Germany), 06 march 2023 – Liebherr’s quick coupling systems, which have been
tried and tested for decades and are constantly undergoing advanced development, deliver maximum
efficiency, safety and flexibility. Almost any hydraulic or mechanical attachment can be changed
conveniently, quickly and easily. In its global markets, Liebherr is now marketing its fully automatic quick
coupling system, previously known as LIKUFIX, as the new brand name “Solidlink”.

New brand name, proven technical system

A major advantage of Liebherr quick coupling systems is their versatile, manufacturer-independent
application and combination options with a wide range of different earthmoving machines and
attachments. “’Solidlink’ is a brand name which will be readily understood globally. We would like to use
this to continue to establish our fully automatic quick coupling system in the future,” explained Rudolf
Arnold, Sales Director at Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH.

Efficient, safe and convenient attachment changing

The fully automatic Solidlink quick coupling system enables attachments to be changed easily and
conveniently from the driver’s cab at the touch of a button. It quickly and safely connects the machine to the attachment to form a powerful unit. This message is also conveyed by the new brand name, adds Rudolf Arnold, and gets straight to the point in terms of the benefits: “Solidlink increases the machines possible applications increasing its capacity by up to 90%. The fully automatic quick coupling system therefore makes a significant contribution to both efficiency and safety on site.”

Liebherr’s quick coupling system also guarantees maximum safety thanks to a whole host of features.
Solidlink is hydromechanically mounted to deliver perfect balance in all axes and degrees of freedom. Because the attachment can be changed from the driver’s cab, the possibility of personnel being in the danger zone during the change process can be ruled out fully. The proximity sensor also monitors the correct position of the attachment in the locking position. If the pins are extended during coupling without the attachment tool being connected to the quick coupler, the machine operator is alerted by a warning sound in the cab and a warning signal on the display. Furthermore, the two-hand control process means that the machine cannot operate out of control during the coupling process and the safety risks this can create can therefore be ruled out.

The high strength of the system is due to a solid metal plate and recessed hydraulic couplings that prevent damage during the coupling process. An optional bracket on the coupling block also protects the hydraulic lines.

About the Liebherr Group

The Liebherr Group is a family-run technology company with a highly diversified product portfolio. The company is one of the largest construction equipment manufacturers in the world. It also provides high-quality and user-oriented products and services in a wide range of other areas. The Liebherr Group includes over 140 companies across all continents. In 2021, it employed more than 49,000 staff and achieved combined revenues of over 11.6 billion euros. Liebherr was founded in Kirchdorf an der Iller in Southern Germany in 1949. Since then, the employees have been pursuing the goal of achieving continuous technological innovation, and bringing industry-leading solutions to its customers.

The fully automatic coupling system enables attachments (both mechanical and hydraulic) to be changed easily, quickly and
conveniently from the operator’s cab at the touch of a button.

Liebherr’s fully automatic quick coupling system, previously known as LIKUFIX, will in future be known globally as the brand name Solidlink.

Contact
Nadine Willburger
Marketing
Phone: +49 7354 / 80 – 7332
Email: nadine.willburger@liebherr.com
Published by
Liebherr-Hydraulic Excavator GmbH
Kirchdorf an der Iller / Germany
www.liebherr.com