What is a TIRFOR Jack?

TIRFOR® machines are lever operated hoists using a separate wire rope. One-man operated, using a telescopic handle, they work in any position and over any height of lift. They can replace conventional winches and other hoists for many applications.

What is the safety system found in the TIRFOR?

The TIRFOR hoist complies with standard EN 1808 (08/99) and the amendment of the machinery directive concerning the lifting of personnel. The BLOCSTOP safety device, for temporary suspended platforms, is a safety device spe- cially designed for lightweight suspended plat- forms fitted with two manual hoists.

How does a Griphoist work?

The working principle of the GRIPHOIST is based on the two pairs of grip jaws: These pairs of grip-jaws work like two hands alternately seizing the wire rope to pull it for lifting, and retain it during lowering. The two pair of grip-jaws is locked by the pull of the wire rope.

How much can a Tirfor winch pull?

800kg to 3200kg
Tractel “TU” Tirfor Cable Puller, Wire Rope Hoist for Lifting and Pulling Applications – Range from 800kg to 3200kg (Lifting Capacity)

How do Tirfors work?

The TIRFOR Principle. The general principle may be described as a «hand-over-hand» principle like a sailor pulling on a rope: while one hand pulls, the other one changes position in order to pull in turn. and clamp it during reverse motion. system on the keys that command the automatic clamping of the jaws on the rope.

How does a TIRFOR work?

The TIRFOR principle They grip the wire rope without dama- ging it, and alternately pull it during forward operation and hold it during reverse operation. The effort is transfered to the jaws by two levers: one for forward operation and the other for reverse operation. The load is held securely at all times.

What is a Tirfor® hoist?

One of Tractel ® ’s signature product, the tirfor ®, is known worldwide as THE top tier wire rope hoist, capable of working in any position and over any height of lift with unlimited rope length. The tirfor ® is safe, reliable and efficient. It is best suited when doing long pulls or when requirements call for increased capacity.

What are Tractel tirfors ™?

Within our array of lifting equipment we offer our customers the complete range of Tractel Tirfors ™, also known as cable pullers or manual wire rope hoists.

Why choose Tirfor cable pullers?

Suitable for use in numerous configurations, Tirfor and Yaletrac cable pullers are the ideal solution for use in a wide range of industries including heavy engineer, construction, civil engineering, powerling construction, ship building, oil refineries and forestry to name a few. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

What is the Tirfor TU series?

The Tirfor TU series is developed for daily heavy-duty applications under the most extreme circumstances. The Tirfor TU hoist is a versatile and portable multi-purpose manual hoist for lifting, pulling and positioning device. It can be used for lifting and pulling, but also for lowering, tensioning and securing loads in all directions.