This section provides an overview for winches as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 48 winch manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked winch companies as of September, 2024: 1.BULLDOG Winch Co, LLC, 2.Qsonica, LLC, 3.Ramsey Winch.
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A winch is a mechanical device designed for hoisting or hauling, utilizing a rope or cable wound around a drum. It's primarily used to move heavy objects with precision and ease, significantly surpassing the manual handling weight limits defined by labor standards.
Winches find applications in various sectors, from construction and transportation of goods to specific uses in industrial settings and vehicles. Their versatility allows for both vertical lifting and horizontal pulling, adapting to complex tasks such as maneuvering objects through stairs or confined spaces.
The functionality of a winch is governed by basic physics, calculating the force and power needed to move a load along a slope. This includes considerations for friction, slope angle, and the mechanical efficiency of the winch system.
Choosing the right winch involves understanding the specific requirements of your application, including load capacity, operation type (manual or electric), and the physical constraints of the environment where it will be used.
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Bezares USA, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Oak Ridge, Texas, USA, is a manufacturer of hydraulic components for commercial vehicles. The company specializes in manufacturing a diverse range of hydraulic components and systems, including power take-off (PTO) units, hydraulic pumps, and hydraulic valves. These components are used for the robustness and stability, ensuring consistent and efficient power transmission in various hydraulic applications. The products find extensive use in industries such as construction, agriculture, and commercial vehicles, where dependable hydraulic systems are essential for powering equipment and machinery.
Qsonica, LLC is a Newtown, Connecticut-based manufacturer and developer of ultrasonic liquid processors founded in 2009 as a division of Misonix, Inc. The company primarily produces various Sonicator models such as the Q55, Q125, Q500, and Q800R. These are devices designed to create cavitation in liquids using ultrasound for industrial processes like dispersion, sonochemistry, and extraction. Qsonica also offers a range of flow cells, reactors and other accessories for their Sonicator line, which is used by client companies like Genentech, Pfizer, and IBM.
WPT Power Corporation, established in Wichita Falls, Texas, in 1992, is a manufacturer of mechanical power transmission equipment. The company's product portfolio includes Gearboxes used for transmitting power, Shaft Couplings, sprockets and roller chains, suitable for power transmission in conveyor systems and other mechanical applications and Belt Drives. Their products are used in industries including Manufacturing and Industrial Plants, Mining and Quarrying, and Agriculture. The company provides Quality Assurance, Technical Support, national distribution, customized services and customer support.
The David Round Company, Inc. was founded in 1869 and is based in Streetsboro, Ohio. The company is one of the world’s oldest hoist manufacturers. The company’s customers include Pfizer, General Mills, Ford, and Exxon Mobile, representing pharmaceutical, food processing, automotive, and oil & gas industries. The company’s custom-engineered hoists and related products include jib cranes, winches, and tractor drives. The company custom engineers machines and replacement parts to fit individual customer needs for projects both large and small.
PSI Urethanes, Inc. was established in 1966 and is a manufacturer of custom-molded urethane products and sheet stock for die cutting, process automation, food processing, and metal forming. The products include multi-durometer urethanes and bespoke molds for the military, fluid cell remold, marine, automotive, and OEM industries, as well as polyurethane rollers, tubes, rods, shock absorbers, washers, and rings. The business is a member of the Association of Austin Regional Manufacturers member and has its headquarters in Austin, Texas.
SEBA Hydrometrie GmbH & Co. KG, founded in 1967 and headquartered in Kaufbeuren, Germany, in cooperation with W.A.S. Braunschweig and Teledyne RDI, San Diego, United States, is a developer and manufacturer of hydrometric measuring and monitoring solutions. The company manufactures the portable relative pressure measuring data logger Dipper-PT, the NetLogCom universal and flexible data logger with an integrated 4G modem and 100 configurable input channels, and mobile hand-held depth-sounding devices for measuring the liquid level down to the bottom in groundwater.
Gebuwin, established in 1947 and headquartered in Gelderland, Netherlands, is a manufacturer of lifting and pulling products. The company specializes in winches and lifting solutions for heavy loads. Its products include hand winches, electric winches, and portable swivel davit cranes. It also offers customized winches for military installations, MRI scanners, and camera systems for remote-controlled bridges and locks. Its hand winches, equipped with load pressure brakes and worm and spur gear transmission, are used for manual lifting and pulling in demanding environments. The company products are used in water purification, theatre and entertainment, and petrochemical sectors.
i-Lift Equipment Ltd is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer and supplier of Material Handling & Lifting products used for various applications in manufacturing, logistics, packaging, and agricultural sectors with locations in China, the United States, and Europe. The company's wide range of products includes Pallet Truck & High Lift, Stacker & Work Positioner, Access Lift & Lift Table, Mobile Weighing Cart with low energy consumption and auto shut off as well as Drum Handling Equipment such as Drum Lifting & Tilting Truck and Hydraulic Drum Truck.
Kisters is a developer and manufacturer of hardware, software, and IT products for environmental monitoring applications established in Aachen, Germany, in 1963. The company’s software products include its Embedded Engineer-branded platform for generating ANSI C or C++ code from unified modeling language (UML) structures, and its LemonTree-branded utility for streamlining the workflow of modeling teams. It also offers instruments and equipment for monitoring environmental parameters such as sensors and transmitters. The company operates internationally with its North American subsidiary, Kisters North America, headquartered in Florida, USA.
Ayerbe Industrial de Motores, S.A., founded in 1992 and located in Ayerbe, Spain, is a manufacturer of electrogenerator sets. The company offers a broad range of products, including electrogenerator sets, industrial engines, welding equipment, and water pumps, serving the power generation and industrial machinery sectors. It holds ISO 9001 certification for stability and performance, and its electrogenerator sets provide stable and consistent power generation, offering benefits like consistent energy supply and the ability to operate in diverse environments. These adaptive products find applications in various industries, including construction, agriculture, emergency backup power, and more.
FORUM INDUSTRY S.R.L., established in 2003, is a manufacturer of equipment used in lifting, mooring, anchoring, and handling operations. The equipment includes chain hoists & wire rope hoists, welling slings, lashings straps, wire ropes, and lifting chains. More products are handling clamps, lifting rows, mechanical & hydraulic jacks, pulleys, and accessories such as safety latches, shackles with nuts, self-locking Clevis hooks, chain ratchet load binders, and master links. The company in Constanta, Romania, provides services such as testing of wires, chains & slings, equipment installation, wire rope terminations fighting, wire rope swaging, tapering, and splicing.
MultiOne, formerly C.S.F. SRL, founded in 1998 with a background in agricultural equipment since 1969 and headquartered in Vicenza, Italy, is a manufacturer of branded mini loaders and attachments. The company manufactures a range of mini loaders, including the 1 Series 3WD mini loader for private use, the 6 Series mini loaded with a 1,200 kg tipping load, and the EZ Series 100% electric, zero emission loader suitable for applications where air ventilation is limited and noise restrictions are in place. With more than 170 original attachments, these loaders are used for such work as landscaping, warehousing, and road cleaning.
Uniforest d.o.o. Is a Slovenian manufacturer of forestry equipment and machinery that was established in Latkova vas, Prebold in 1992. The company’s product lineup includes cableway systems, timber grabs, forestry winches, cutting grapples, and firewood processing machines. It also offers processing machines such as log splitters and bundlers, as well as custom design, development, and production services. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the agriculture, farming, forestry, and logging industries, as well as in the environmental protection sector.
Lewmar Limited, founded in 1950 and headquartered in Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom, is a developer and manufacturer of marine components, systems, and hardware used in the construction and outfitting of powerboats and yachts. The company's extensive product range includes anchor windlasses, bow thrusters, and sailboat hardware. It has launched a secondary range of solutions suitable for applications in various industries beyond marine, highlighted by the release of its universal overhead work rail system. These systems are being used for work-at-height projects, such as the construction and maintenance of wind farms and solar network tower installations.
HEIDENHAIN, founded in 1889 and headquartered in Traunreut, Germany, is a manufacturer of precision measurement and control equipment. Specializing in industries requiring precise solutions, the company offers rotary and linear encoders, digital readouts, touch probes, and motion controllers. These products serve sectors like manufacturing, electronics, and aerospace, ensuring enhanced precision and efficiency. The company holds ISO 9001 certification and is an EMAS-certified company, thereby meeting the demanding, globally recognized environmental certification standards of the European Union.
Shanghai AA4A is based in Shanghai, China, and is a custom automotive parts and components manufacturer that was established in 2008 as a subsidiary of the electric vehicle company NIO. The company manufactures a range of automotive products to customer specifications, including steering parts, chassis parts such as ball joints, and suspension parts such as shock absorbers and coil springs. The company chiefly serves clients in the automotive, motorcycle, and heavy machinery manufacturing industries.
OUCO is a leading Chinese manufacturer of marine cranes with over forty years of industry experience. We specialize in manufacturing a wide range of marine equipment, including marine cranes, winches, grab buckets, container spreaders, and port hoppers. Our company has a workforce of 200 employees and a technical team of 20 experts. We have a global presence and are well-known in the Middle East and Asia. At OUCO, we are committed to providing our customers with end-to-end solutions, from design to manufacturing and after-sales service. Our team of professionals has the expertise to develop lifting equipment that meets the specific requirements of ships and offshore platforms. We offer products certified to Api 2C standards, Solas, or any IACS certification. Feel free to contact us to discuss your needs.
San-ei Seiki Seisakusho Co., Ltd., founded in 1925 and based in Fukushima, Japan is a manufacturer of rock drills, air motors, air winches, air balancers and other pneumatic machinery for heavy industries, petrochemical industries, and general industries. The manufactured products are designed through their pneumatic technologies such as general-purpose air motor, material handling equipment, labor-saving machine and custom-made specialized machines. The company has offices in Fukushima, Tokyo and Osaka, Japan, and they are in compliance with the Sustainable Development Goals (SGD).
Toyo Koken K.K., established on February 11, 1957, in Yokohama, Japan, is a specialized manufacturer and supplier of general-purpose machinery tools. The company's product range includes balancers, and electric winches such as BABY HOIST, MIGHTY PULLER, and KEEPER. These tools find extensive applications in several industrial sectors, optimizing both efficiency and safety. It primarily serves industries like construction, machinery, and robotics. Beyond its core production, the company offers design, construction, and sales services related to winches, hoists, and industrial robots.
VINCA Equipos Industriales, established in 1975 and based in Barcelona, Spain, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in industrial equipment for the movement of loads. The company's product portfolio includes light overhead cranes, electro-hydraulic forklifts, and industrial trolleys. These products are used in various industries, including automobile, aerospace, and the food industry. The company provides services including installation, maintenance, and product customization based on customer requirements and specifications. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified for its quality management system.
Tepa-Mec Oy, founded in 1992 and based in Turku, Finland, is an electromechanical power transmission device and winch manufacturer. Its products include general, building, and special winches, and the company also designs movable and fixed aggregate systems and stocks other supplementary products like pulleys, ropes, and grips. The company’s 500 personal rescue equipment is used with the 501.2 mast winch to rescue a person from a mast, and it is manufactured according to EN341 + A1 1996 standards. Its 500 general-purpose winch has a maximum pulling force of 500kgs and a maximum lifting force of 280kgs.
Romica Tie Group, established in 1999 and based in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, is a manufacturer of handling systems and components. The company’s products include launch and recovery systems (LARS) for deploying and recovering subsea equipment, specialized hydraulic power units for marine operations, and winches for lifting and handling in marine and offshore applications. It also offers custom design, installation, and personnel training services for clients requiring additional support. The company chiefly serves customers in subsea and seabed surveying, oceanographic research, offshore renewable energy operations.
Carl Stahl Hebetechnik GmbH is a manufacturer of lifting and load suspension equipment that was originally founded in 1880 as a rope-making facility in Süßen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The company primarily produces specialized lifting equipment such as application-specific ropes, tripod or workshop cranes, and series hoists. It also offers stainless steel accessories, load restraint systems, and industrial-grade personal protective equipment. The company chiefly serves clients in the food and beverage, construction, and logistics industries.
Zollern GmbH & Co. KG, founded in 1708 and headquartered in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, is a manufacturer of industrial solutions. The company's industrial solutions include drive technology, such as gear boxes, investment casting, and steel profiles. It also provides custom automation solutions for industries that include aviation, new energy, and large-scale railways. Its brands include Zollern, Dorstener, and Ruckle. Its services include project management, custom design, engineering, and manufacture of equipment, as well as the supply of parts.
Oz Lifting Products LLC, established in 2004 and based in Winona, Minnesota, United States, is a manufacturer of lifting and material handling equipment. The company produces various products such as chain hoists, beam trolleys, winches, and lever hoists in oil & gas, construction, mining, aviation, and automotive industries. The company also manufactures davit cranes, which are built with safety features to prevent product overload. The hoist capacities offered by the company range from 500 lbs to 1000 lbs to use in different applications.
SARMOLD is based in Istanbul, Turkey, and is a manufacturer of molds and die sets for industrial machinery that was established in 2017 as a subsidiary of Sarem Machinery. The company specializes in the production of various molds and die sets customized to client specifications. Its products include extruded molds and die sets for profile production, injection molds for pipe fittings, and 2-3 plate cold runner molds. The company provides mold design, testing, and maintenance services for customers needing additional support.
KOSHIN LTD., established in 1948 in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer specializing in pumps and related products. Its product offerings encompass diverse pumps such as diesel engine pumps for construction, high-pressure pumps for agriculture, semi-trash pumps for construction, clear water pumps for gardening, and grinder pumps for industrial applications. These pumps serve various purposes, including powering construction machinery, irrigating agricultural fields, managing debris-laden water at construction sites, maintaining garden water features, and handling industrial waste efficiently. The company distincts on enhancing convenience, solving problems with technology, and improving social infrastructure.
Tiger Lifting is located in Amble, Morpeth, UK, and has been a manufacturer and distributor of material handling and lifting equipment since 1963. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and provides clamping, supra digital chips, yokes manual, and pneumatic hoisting. The company's products can withstand heavy-duty applications and ensure the efficiency of lifting operations in different industries. The company also offers 3D product drawing, user guides, bespoke lifting solutions, product documentation, and support services to customers.
Hoist UK, established in 2006, is a manufacturer and supplier of lifting equipment based in Merseyside, UK. The company's service portfolio includes the installation and repair of mechanical and electrical lifting equipment including rigging hoist controllers, aerial performer winches, pulleys and grind stands. Its products are used in processing plants, entertainment, robotics institutions and industries that use mobile gantries. The Wirral Chamber of Commerce named Hoist UK as the business of the year in 2017. The company is a member of LEEA, the representative body of companies in the lifting sector.
Taixing Expansion Marine Equipment, founded in China in 2016, is a manufacturer and supplier of customized deck equipment and handling solutions. The company specializes in marine winches, anchor windlasses, mooring winches, positioning winches, and towing winches. It is also able to provide radio communication and navigational aid solutions, products, and technical services for clients such as marine operators and owners, port authorities and terminal operators, marine engineering and design firms, as well as naval and defense organizations.
Elasto Proxy is a manufacturer and distributor of rubber-based sealing and insulation solutions based in Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1989, the company has since expanded to British Columbia, the United States and Europe — serving clients in construction, transportation, green energy and food processing. The company specializes in both standard products such as rubber sheeting, window channels and sponge profiles, as well as engineered products tailored to custom client specifications and use cases. Elasto Proxy also offers value added services to its clients including sourcing, assembly and logistics.
Tesmec S.p.A., established in 1951 and headquartered in Milano, Italy is an energy, data and material transport and distribution solutions developer, manufacturer, and supplier. The company specializes in power line stringing machines for the construction and maintenance of energy transport and distribution infrastructures. It supplies the installation and commissioning of automated products and solutions for transmission and distribution grids. It also provides in-line excavation, laying of networks, and surface mining services.
Princess Auto Ltd., founded in 1933 and based in Winnipeg, Canada, is a supplier of an assortment of tools and equipment with over 50 stores across Canada. In 1977, it opened its first store in Edmonton, Alberta, and became a retailer. The company serves several workers, including inventors, farmers, and tradespeople and stocks products such as outdoor power equipment, hand tools, and hydraulics. It sells items from several brands, such as Dealer’s Choice, Braber Equipment, and King Canada, and it also has a foundation that provides financial assistance to trades students enrolled at Canadian colleges.
Ranking as of September 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | BULLDOG Winch Co, LLC |
10.2%
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2 | Qsonica, LLC |
5.6%
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3 | Ramsey Winch |
5.2%
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4 | RED-WINCHES. |
4.4%
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5 | The David Round Co., Inc. |
4.0%
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6 | WPT Power Corporation |
3.8%
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7 | Bezares USA |
3.7%
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8 | PSI Urethanes, Inc. |
3.3%
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9 | DR. JOHANNES HEIDENHAIN GmbH |
2.9%
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10 | i-Lift Equipment Ltd. |
2.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the winch page as of September 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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7 | 24.1% |
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5 | 17.2% |
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4 | 13.8% |
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3 | 10.3% |
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3 | 10.3% |
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1 | 3.4% |
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1 | 3.4% |
Romania | 1 | 3.4% |
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1 | 3.4% |
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1 | 3.4% |
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1 | 3.4% |
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1 | 3.4% |