A wire rope pulling winch is a hand-operated device that pulls, tensions and releases a load along a wire rope in any direction. Toco Lifting supplies manual wire rope pulling winches in a 0.8 to 5.4 ton capacity range. These winches are for pulling and tensioning only and must not be used for lifting.
Toco Lifting (Pty) Ltd holds LME No. 008 under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and supplies lifting, lashing and rigging equipment to mining, construction and industry across South Africa and the SADC region.
What is a wire rope pulling winch?
A wire rope pulling winch is a hand-operated pulling device that grips and feeds a wire rope through its body, letting an operator pull, tension or release a load in any direction — forwards, at an angle, horizontally or vertically. Unlike a drum winch, the rope passes straight through, so the working length is limited only by the rope itself. It is operated by hand with a telescopic lever.
Can a wire rope pulling winch be used for lifting?
No. A wire rope pulling winch is designed for pulling, tensioning and releasing only, and must not be used for lifting loads. Lifting requires equipment rated and certified for suspending a load — such as a chain block or lever hoist. Using a pulling winch to lift is unsafe and outside its design purpose. Always select equipment rated for the task.
What can a wire rope pulling winch be used for?
A wire rope pulling winch is used for horizontal and angled pulling, tensioning and load positioning. Typical applications include pulling cable and conductors, tensioning stays and guy ropes, moving heavy equipment along the ground, and rigging and recovery tasks. The ability to pull in any direction over a long rope length makes it versatile for site and maintenance work.
What capacity wire rope pulling winches does Toco supply?
Toco supplies manual wire rope pulling winches in a capacity range from 0.8 ton to 5.4 ton. Select the winch rating to suit the pulling force required for your task, and always match the wire rope to the winch. Our team will confirm the right capacity and rope specification for your application.
Compliance and certification
Toco Lifting operates as an approved Lifting Machinery Entity (LME No. 008) under Driven Machinery Regulation 18(5) of the OHS Act, with inspections carried out by an ECSA-registered Lifting Machinery Inspector (Reg. No. 201112078). Toco is a Standard Member of LEEASA and a member of the Chamber of Engineering Technology (COET).
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Frequently asked questions
What is a wire rope pulling winch used for?
A wire rope pulling winch is used to pull, tension and release a load along a wire rope in any direction. Common uses include pulling cable, tensioning stays and guy ropes, moving heavy equipment, and rigging and recovery work. It is hand-operated and pulls over a long rope length.
Can a wire rope pulling winch be used for lifting?
No. A wire rope pulling winch is for pulling, tensioning and releasing only and must not be used to lift loads. Lifting requires equipment rated and certified to suspend a load, such as a chain block or lever hoist. Always use equipment designed and rated for the task.
What capacity wire rope pulling winches does Toco supply?
Toco Lifting supplies manual wire rope pulling winches in a capacity range from 0.8 ton to 5.4 ton. Select the winch to suit the pulling force required, and match the wire rope to the winch. Our team will confirm the correct capacity and rope for your task.
How does a wire rope pulling winch differ from a drum winch?
A wire rope pulling winch feeds the rope straight through its body using a gripping mechanism, so the pulling length is limited only by the rope. A drum winch spools the rope onto a drum, which limits capacity by drum size. The pass-through design lets a pulling winch work over long distances.
Does Toco supply pulling winches across South Africa and SADC?
Yes. Toco Lifting supplies wire rope pulling winches and the full lifting, lashing and rigging range from its Germiston head office and Cape Town branch, serving customers across South Africa and the wider SADC region.
What wire rope should be used with a pulling winch?
A wire rope pulling winch must be used with the wire rope specified for that winch, as rope diameter and construction are matched to the gripping mechanism. Using the wrong rope can cause slip or damage. Confirm the correct rope specification with our team before operating. Need a wire rope pulling winch for your site? Speak to our team to confirm capacity, rope specification and availability.
