Winches & Cranes
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Thern Winches & Davit Cranes
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For more than 75 years, Thern has built American-made winches and davit cranes trusted to pull, lift, position and tension loads safely. As an authorized Thern distributor, Gordon Russell supplies the full Thern line to mining, forestry, oil and gas, water/wastewater and industrial customers across Western Canada, with application help, fast quotes, parts and service.
✔ ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing
✔ Made in the USA, 2-year limited warranty
✔ Capacities from 500 lb to 100,000 lb
✔ Local parts, service and repairs from Gordon Russell
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Thern Products by Category
Choose a category to see every Thern series we supply, with specifications, product sheets and manuals.
Spur & worm gear
Hand Winches
Manual winches up to 10,000 lb with automatic brake options.
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Up to 4,600 lb
Portable Electric Winches
Liberty capstan, Atlas, Atlas II and Dura-Hoist portable winches.
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Industrial, up to 100,000 lb
Electric Winches
4WS, 4HWF, 4HPF, 4HS, 4BP and 4HBP power winches, controls and rope.
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Plant and rig air
Air Winches
C Series, Mini TA and Big Red Legacy air winches and tuggers.
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500 to 2,000 lb
Portable Davit Cranes
First Mate, Ensign, Commander and Rescue-Rated cranes, bases and winch kits.
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Up to 11,000 lb
Stationary Davit Cranes
Captain and Admiral permanent davit cranes.
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Open the finder →Why Buy Thern from Gordon Russell
- Proven equipment: 75+ years of Thern engineering, ISO 9001:2015 certified, made in the USA, backed by a two-year limited warranty
- Fast availability: most standard Thern products ship within days of order
- Local support: sizing help, quotes, parts and service from a Western Canadian distributor with more than 95 years in industrial equipment
- Industries we serve: mining, forestry, oil and gas, water and wastewater, bulk material handling, construction and manufacturing
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Thern Owner's Manuals, Product Sheets & Literature
Owner's manuals, product sheets and catalogs for Thern winches, davit cranes and accessories. Can't find your model? Contact us with the model or serial number and we will send the right document.
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| Document | Type | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Catalogs & Brochures | ||
| Thern Full Line Catalog | Catalog | |
| Dumpster Winch Brochure | Brochure | |
| Ease of Assembly at a Glance | Brochure | |
| Thern Davit Cranes at a Glance | Brochure | |
| Thern Industrial Brochure | Brochure | |
| Thern Industrial Line Card | Brochure | |
| Thern Winches at a Glance | Brochure | |
| Water & Wastewater Brochure | Brochure | |
| Industrial Electric Winches | ||
| 4BP Bevel/Planetary Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4HBN Helical-Bevel Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4HBP Helical-Bevel/Planetary Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4HPF Helical/Parallel Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4HS Helical/Spur Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4HWF Helical/Worm Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4WS Worm/Spur Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4HPF, 4HWF, 4HBN, 4HBP Helical Gear Power Winches | Owner's manual | |
| 4WS Worm/Spur and 4HS Helical/Spur Power Winches | Owner's manual | |
| Portable Electric Winches | ||
| 3WG4 Atlas II Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 477 Dura-Hoist Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| 4WP2 Atlas Power Winch | Product sheet | |
| Liberty Capstan Winch | Product sheet | |
| 3WG4 Atlas II Worm Gear Power Winch | Owner's manual | |
| 477 Dura-Hoist Helical/Worm Gear Power Winches | Owner's manual | |
| 4WP2 / 4WP2T Atlas Worm Gear Power Winches | Owner's manual | |
| 4WP2D High Speed Worm Gear Power Winch | Owner's manual | |
| Liberty Series Capstan Winches (3CP) | Owner's manual | |
| Antenna Pipe Rooster Head for Capstan | Supplement | |
| Capstan Hitch Mount | Supplement | |
| Capstan Pole Mount | Supplement | |
| Hand Winches | ||
| Spur Gear Hand Winches | Product sheet | |
| Worm Gear Hand Winches | Product sheet | |
| 2W40 Worm Gear Hand Winch | Owner's manual | |
| 465 Worm Gear Hand Winch | Owner's manual | |
| 4WM2 Worm Gear Hand Winch | Owner's manual | |
| M401 Direct Drive Reel Winch (pulling only) | Owner's manual | |
| M452 / M492 Spur Gear Hand Winches | Owner's manual | |
| MB Series Hand-Operated Disc Brakes | Owner's manual | |
| RW50 Cable Wind-Up Spool | Owner's manual | |
| Spur Gear Hand Winches | Owner's manual | |
| Worm Gear Hand Winches | Owner's manual | |
| Air Winches | ||
| Big Red TA Series Air Winch | Product sheet | |
| C Series Air Winch | Product sheet | |
| Mini TA Air Tugger | Product sheet | |
| MTA Mini Tugger | Owner's manual | |
| TA Planetary Gear Air Winch | Owner's manual | |
| TA Series Planetary Gear Air Winch, Non-Rider | Owner's manual | |
| TAC Series Planetary Gear Air Winch | Owner's manual | |
| Portable Davit Cranes & Bases | ||
| 5BH5 Hitch-Mounted Crane Base | Product sheet | |
| Commander 1000 5PT10 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Commander 2000 5PT20 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Commander 500 5PT5 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Commander AL 5AT Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Ensign 1000 5PA10 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Ensign 500 5PA5 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| First Mate 5PF5 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Rescue-Rated Davit Cranes | Product sheet | |
| 5BH5 Hitch-Mounted Crane Base | Owner's manual | |
| 5BR10 / 5BR20 Roll Bases for Davit Cranes | Owner's manual | |
| 5BR5 Roll Base for Davit Crane | Owner's manual | |
| Commander 5PT Davit Cranes | Owner's manual | |
| Commander AL 5AT Davit Cranes | Owner's manual | |
| Ensign 5PA Davit Cranes | Owner's manual | |
| First Mate 5PF5 Davit Crane | Owner's manual | |
| 5PF5LCK / 5PA5LCK Rotation Lock | Supplement | |
| 5PT10BRG / 5PT20BRG Rotation Bearing | Supplement | |
| Commander 5PT Important Supplement (A12376) | Supplement | |
| Rescue-Rated 5PT-R Davit Cranes | Supplement | |
| Stationary Davit Cranes | ||
| Admiral 3000 5PT30 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Captain 10000 5FT100 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Captain 2000 5FT20 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Captain 2500 5FT25 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Captain 4000 5FT40 Davit Crane | Product sheet | |
| Admiral 5PT30 Davit Crane | Owner's manual | |
| Captain 2000 / 2500 Davit Cranes | Owner's manual | |
| Captain 4000 5FT40 Davit Crane | Owner's manual | |
| Crane Limit Switch | Supplement | |
| Hydraulic, Custom & Accessories | ||
| Drill Drive | Product sheet | |
| Redline Vertical Lead Block | Product sheet | |
| Wire Rope Assemblies | Product sheet | |
| Wireless Controls | Product sheet | |
| Redline Vertical Lead Block | Owner's manual | |
| Wireless Control Radio Kit | Owner's manual | |
FAQ
What is the difference between a portable and a stationary davit crane?
A portable davit crane drops into bases installed at several lift points, so one crane can serve them all. The Thern Commander 2000 is the largest fully portable model at 2,000 lb and needs only a 6 in. concrete floor. Stationary davit cranes such as the Captain series are permanently installed for heavier loads and greater reach, up to 11,000 lb on the Captain 10,000.
Which winch should I choose: electric, air, hydraulic or hand?
Electric winches are best for fixed installations where power is available, with capacities up to 100,000 lb. Air winches suit sites with plant or rig air (90 to 100 psi) or where electric power is impractical. Most Thern electric winches can also be built as hydraulic units, configured at the design stage. Hand winches handle occasional lifts with no power required, up to 10,000 lb.
Can one davit crane serve multiple pump stations or wet wells?
Yes. Install a base at each lift location (pedestal, flush, wall, wheel or hitch-mount) and move a single portable Thern davit crane between them. It is a cost-effective way to cover several stations, vaults or plant areas.
Are Thern davit cranes rated for personnel or rescue lifting?
Thern's Rescue-Rated Series is configured specifically for personnel rescue, with capacities up to 2,000 lb. Standard Thern winches and davit cranes are designed for material handling only and should not be used to lift people.
What capacities do Thern winches and cranes cover?
Thern equipment ranges from about 500 lb up to 100,000 lb. Hand winches go up to 10,000 lb, portable electric winches up to 4,600 lb, industrial electric winches up to 100,000 lb, portable davit cranes up to 2,000 lb and stationary davit cranes up to 11,000 lb.
Can Thern build a custom winch or crane for my application?
Yes. Thern's engineering team designs custom winches, cranes and lifting systems for unusual loads, harsh environments and special mounting, with projects including One World Trade Center and the Las Vegas High Roller. Gordon Russell works directly with Thern's engineers to specify and coordinate your project.
How quickly can I get a Thern winch or crane?
Most standard Thern products ship within days of order. [Confirm typical delivery time to Western Canada.] Contact Gordon Russell for current availability on the model you need.
What warranty comes with Thern equipment?
Thern winches and davit cranes are made in the USA in an ISO 9001:2015 certified facility and carry a two-year limited warranty. Gordon Russell provides local parts, service and repair support across Western Canada.
Do you supply wire rope, controls and rigging for Thern winches?
Yes. Gordon Russell supplies Thern wire rope assemblies (galvanized, stainless or synthetic), Redline vertical lead blocks, and single-speed, variable-speed, wireless and custom multi-axis control systems, so your winch arrives ready to install.
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