Vertical capstan winches are commonly used to pull rail cars along siding, each vertical drum capstan features high starting torque to enable an initial load pulling capacity double the rated capacity.

With various drum diameters, motor styles and line speeds, vertical capstans may be customized to fit specific requirements.

Horizontal capstans reduce operator strain by powering difficult loads into position.

Applications: Horizontal

• Trailer off-loading/pallet pulling
• Oil skimmer pontoon boat positioning
• Web threading through processing machinery
• Overhead cable and line stringing
• Furnace and spray booth cart pulling
• Pump, motor and blower lifting
• Tower and Antenna installation and service
• Transformer lifting

Applications: Vertical

• Rail car positioning along sidings
• Marine vessel mooring assistance and line recovery
• Dredging and work barge load handling
• Cart shuttling
• Cable tensioning