Electric Winches and Hoists, AC (Mains Powered)
AC Electrically operated pulling winches and wire rope lifting hoists are essential for efficiently moving and lifting materials. Here at LiftingSafety, we proudly offer a wide selection from leading manufacturers such as Yale, Pfaff, Gebuwin, and Tractel, with even more brands to join our catalogue soon.
When choosing electric wire rope winches and hoists, it’s important to consider a few key factors: Will the user need the equipment for lifting or pulling materials? If the focus is on pulling, is a free-spooling drum necessary to easily and quickly pull out the cable? Also, consider the required height of lift or length of pull for your specific application. How will the winch be mounted—on the floor or wall? Is there a need for corrosion resistance or stainless steel materials?
Electric wire rope hoists are designed primarily for lifting, but after conducting a risk assessment, they may also be suitable for pulling applications. However, it's crucial to remember that electric wire rope winches may be strictly designed for pulling purposes only. The safety factor (FOS) for lifting hoists is 5:1, while for pulling winches, it is only 3:1. Therefore, using a pulling-certified winch for lifting is unsafe; always opt for a lifting-certified electric wire rope hoist for such tasks.
Additionally, keep in mind that pulling winches have varying maximum inline rated loads that depend on how many layers of wire rope are on the drum. As the wire rope gets closer to the drum's core, less effort is required to turn it, allowing for greater pulling capacity. However, as the drum fills, the pulling capacity will decrease. Electric wire rope hoists for lifting materials are always rated for the worst-case scenario to prevent any accidental overloading.
Electric Winches (AC - mains powered) for pulling, lifting and recovery are available in a wide range of styles and safe working loads.
You may also like to see our range of DC battery powered winches or our extensive range of electric chain hoists.
Our Electric Wire Rope Hoist and Winch Brands

Yale Electric Wire Rope Winches / Hoists

Pfaff Electric Wire Rope Winches / Hoists

Gebuwin Electric Wire Rope Winches / Hoists

Hadef Electric Wire Rope Winches / Hoists

Tractel Electric Wire Rope Winches / Hoists

Verlinde Electric Wire Rope Winches / Hoists

LiftingSafety Electric Wire Rope Winches / Hoists
All Electric Winches and Hoists, AC (Mains Powered)












Features include: Unlimited length of hoist cable adapted to the requirement, WLL 100 kg to 950 kg, integral handle for easy carrying,
suitable for building sites, fast setup, unloaded wire rope freely suspended or optional rope reeler, pendant control or radio operation,
direct lift or sheaving kit for increased capacity and a single phase or 3 phase motor.

Features include: Unlimited length of hoist cable adapted to the requirement, spring loaded reeler, WLL 100 kg to 950 kg, light, easy to handle aluminium alloy design, integral handle for easy carrying, suitable for building sites, fast setup, efficient operation with swivelling suspension hook, extremely good weight/power ratio, reduced maintenance and pendant control or radio operation.

Tirak X Series has an unlimited height of lift because the wire rope is not stored in the machine, centrifugal brake for controlled descent in case of power failure and pendant control with up/down and emergency stop.
Lighter than the T-series, the X-series are most suited for bosun's chairs, inspection harnesses, one-man cradles and light suspended platforms.

The TIRAK with its compact frame is lighter, smaller and more economic than a crane or a drum winch with the same capacity and complete with a similar length of wire rope. Features include: Terminal switch for limiting the height of lift wherever desired, emergency lowering in power failure at a controlled speed, electrical system suitable for use on building sites, easy to operate push button pendant control and heavier loads can be handled using winch with snatch blocks. Full safety features including limit switches and release/lower facility.

This range of all-purpose electric winches for hoisting and pulling provides the perfect solution to all your needs with its wide range of loads and the considerable number of options available. What is more, the rugged design of this winch is a warrant for an extremely long service life requiring very little maintenance.



Features: Electromagnetic spring-applied fail safe brake, planetary gears for efficiency, fabricated steel drum, supplied on steel skid frame ready to mount, heavy duty high efficiency ball bearings on all running surfaces, enclosed drum flange, low voltage control with emergency stop.
Options: Low voltage control pendant w/ emergency stop and radio remote control.


Features Positive retention of wire rope on to drum, all CWG winches are bi-rotational, electromagnetic spring-applied fail safe brake, heavy duty wanderlead with emergency stop, heavy duty high efficiency ball bearings on all running surfaces, planetary gearing for maximum mechanical efficiency, enclosed drum flanges and has quiet running.


Features Include: Electromagnetic spring-applied fail safe brake, planetary gears for efficiency, cast steel foot mountings, fabricated steel drum, supplied on steel skid frame ready to mount, heavy duty high efficiency ball bearings on all running surfaces, enclosed drum flange to prevent rope becoming trapped between drum and support castings, low voltage control with emergency stop.

Features: Electromagnetic spring-applied fail safe brake, extra Heavy Duty Machine, planetary gears for efficiency, cast steel foot mountings, fabricated steel drum, supplied on steel skid frame ready to mount, motor to IP54 as standard, heavy duty high efficiency ball bearings on all running surfaces, enclosed drum flange, low voltage control with emergency stop.
Options: Low voltage control pendant with emergency stop and radio remote control.



Designed and manufactured in the UK, based on a contemporary design, this winch has been manufactured to lose a lot of the excess weight from the conventional winch design without losing strength or quality. It is an ideal solution for schools, smaller venues and retail outlets to use for banners, small trusses and lighting bars. Perfect for installations where access to a three phase power supply is problematic.



A Little More About Electric Winches
An electric wire rope hoist or winch can come in a wide variety of styles, and safe working loads (capacities) and can have a multitude of advantages/disadvantages over other hoisting/winching solutions. This is why there are so many listed here that are supplied by a choice of industrial and commercial manufacturers.
The range covers high-end hoists and winches right down to the more commercial budget (cheaper alternative) units. However there is a downside to listing so many different choices, this is that it can become very confusing, especially if you are not sure which specific type of unit you are looking for. For this reason, we would like you to know that we are here to assist you if you need any further help or advice. Please do not hesitate to contact us.