Get your winch for every application from the experts
Taubenreuther is your specialist partner when it comes to high-quality winches for every conceivable location and purpose. We explain exactly how they work and give you an overview of the different types. What about gear winches, electric models, or various rope hoists? Take a look around and select your desired products. Let us introduce you to the subject in more detail and advise you.
How different winches work
Winches have been known in their original form for a very long time and have undergone many developments. They are used to move an object in a specific direction. You attach it to a rope using a device appropriate for the load. The device then ensures that it is lifted, pulled, or lowered. The rope is wound onto a rope drum, which is operated by muscle power or electric power (motor).
Once the object has been attached to a rope winch, the movement is started. In the case of a manual rope winch, this is done using a crank. Motorized rope winches, for example in industry, are controlled by remote control.
Gear rope winch A so-called gear rope winch is often used in forestry and must deliver maximum performance in the field. These types of rope winches are driven by the PTO shaft via a spur gear and worm gear as well as by a main shaft. The drum diameter of these winches is usually quite large in order to keep the loss of pulling force as low as possible. Geared winches are often designed for professional use and have a powerful motor. Furthermore, due to the high friction, the pulling rope is made of metal and not plastic.
Mechanical rope winches Would you like to buy a rope winch to help you with your hobbies or small jobs around the property? Then there are many mechanical models to consider. Mechanical rope winches are often equipped with a hand crank. They have a slightly more flexible plastic rope instead of a wire or steel rope. You can use a winch as a craftsman or for domestic use to move or load heavy loads comfortably. Manual winches are practical and take up little space. The straps or ropes are wound onto a smaller drum.
When do we talk about a rope pull?
The term winch is a specification, a subclass of the rope pull, so to speak. Modified forms of rope pulls are used in climbing, as Bowden cables on bicycles, pulleys, and in many other contexts. Where are the different rope winches used? Electric rope winches have proven themselves in numerous professional fields. For example, your everyday life as a forestry worker would be much more difficult without a pickup truck with a rope winch. A device of this type makes many of the typical tasks easier. Cable winches are used in landscaping and gardening, as well as in forestry and also in private contexts. They are indispensable, especially when transporting heavy branches, tree stumps, and whole trunks. The steel cables are resistant to friction and a number of external influences and can move many hundreds of kilograms or even tons.
At Taubenreuther, we have a wide range of cable winches for several industries. Hoisting cable winches and industrial cable winches are used wherever heavy loads need to be moved with little energy expenditure. They make work easier for you and your employees and are reliable, low-maintenance tools. We also sell matching cable winch accessories in our range. In addition to rope winches for forestry, hunting rope winches are also used to transport loads onto a loading area.
These are usually shot game weighing several hundred kilograms. It is impossible to move such heavy loads by hand, or only with great effort. You attach the deer or wild boar to the end of the rope and pull it safely and effortlessly onto the vehicle using a remote control. You will also find universal winches for loading areas in our range. They are used for building materials and many other things. You can use them flexibly and individually, depending on your needs. In addition to lifting and work winches in companies, lighter devices are used on the move to help rescue workers recover injured people. Alpine search teams and helicopters are equipped with them to transport people in emergency situations on a stretcher. Mountain winches are indispensable for providing rapid assistance without endangering the rescue units during transport.
Excellent winches from brand manufacturers
If you are looking for a winch or one that complies with specific standards such as EN 14492-1, you will find what you are looking for in these categories. Here you will find winches, rope reels, and other systems for loading areas or mobile applications, sorted by manufacturer. One important manufacturer whose numerous products we offer is WARN.
The US producer has been manufacturing winches and related equipment for demanding tasks involving heavy loads since the 1940s. WARN winches are designed as work, lifting, and industrial winches and are suitable for a wide range of tasks. In addition to basic models with several components, you will also find hydraulic lifting winches, rope spool guides, roller rope windows, and other items from this industry leader.
In addition to WARN, the manufacturer COMEUP is also represented with its pulling winches as specialized mountain winches. Are you looking for equipment for your rescue team rather than for commercial use? Then you are probably an off-road enthusiast and have come to the right place. In this case, we have the right equipment for you. Equip your off-road vehicle with a powerful winch. Be active and do smaller jobs yourself. With the tools from reliable brand manufacturers, you can manage your property independently.
At Taubenreuther, you will receive excellent products and good advice from professionals. We will determine your needs and work with you to select the right winch. Whether you are looking for sturdy electric winches or basic models, we will find the right product in our range. We look forward to hearing from you. When you purchase a cable winch from us, please note the specified delivery time, which varies depending on stock and availability. We will send you all items as quickly as possible.
