Thern Offers Compact Atlas Winch

Enlarge Image The Atlas winch is ideal for lifting and pulling tools and materials up to 2,000 pounds.

September 4, 2008 • Thern Inc., Winona, Minn., now offers the 4WP2T8 Atlas portable electric utility winches, which are made of lightweight cast aluminum. The Atlas winch can be moved between locations quickly and easily. It is ideally suited for operations that include lifting and pulling steel frames up to 2,000 pounds and elevating tools and equipment.

 

The Atlas winch combines significant lifting and pulling power with a compact frame. With a first layer specified load capacity of 2,000 pounds and a full drum capacity of 800 pounds, it is able to handle most small- to medium-sized loads. An internal mechanical brake provides positive load control during lifting operations. The continuous-duty motor provides fixed line speeds that do not vary with load weight. Line speeds are 8 fpm on the first drum layer, and 19 fpm at full drum. Direct drive units with higher line speeds are also available as standard. The Atlas has a full drum wire rope capacity of 280 feet.

 

Weighing about 100 pounds, the winch is portable and has handles built onto the drum frame to facilitate carrying. The unit's design allows for floor-, wall-, and ceiling-mount configuration. The Atlas comes standard with a 115-volt, single-phase motor and grounded plug, allowing it to run with on-site power sources. It is operated using a push-button pendant control. Adding to its versatility, the Atlas can be equipped with an emergency hand crank, facilitating manual operation when electricity fails or is not available. The Atlas is also available in a clutch model for horizontal pulling applications.