Difference between revisions of "Winch"

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A machine fitted with horizontal drums or barrels on which fibre or wire ropes are wound. Used for hoisting or handling.

Note : Ship winches are classified according to use, and may be hand or power driven.

Examples are :

• Derrick hoisting winch

• Derrick topping winch

• Derrick slewing winch

• Boat winch

• Towing winch

Please note that this is the term as it stands in the original IALA Dictionary edition (1970-1989)

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