Lifting winches

The lifting winches and handling are mechanical equipment used to lift, move, or support heavy loads. They are commonly used in many industries such as construction, port handling, logistics, and even in maritime applications. Here is an overview of each:

1. Lifting winches :

The FIXATOR lifting winches are used to lift loads vertically or horizontally. They are designed to be fixed to solid structures and work by winding or unwinding a cable around a pulley system without the need for a drum for winding and allowing lifting to significant heights (indeed, there is no height limit!).

Applications : Construction, shipyard, lifting of heavy equipment, etc.
Types of winches :
1. Electric hoists : They use an electric motor to wind the cable.
2. Manual hoists : Manually operated, often used for lighter loads (heights are limited in the case of manual winches).

Thermal or pneumatic engine winches : Used in environments where electricity is not available.

2. Winches for material handling:

Material handling winches are used to move horizontal loads or for applications where it is necessary to pull or push objects. Although their operation is similar to that of lifting winches, they are often used for pulling tasks rather than vertical lifting.

Applications : Transport of goods in warehouses, handling on docks, industrial removals, etc.

How winches work:

The basic principle of a winch is based on the mechanical force generated by the passage of the cable inside the winch plate. This force allows a load to be lifted or moved by reducing friction and multiplying the force applied.