Hydraulic Anchor and Mooring Winches for Heavy Marine Applications
Reliable winches are essential for complex offshore and hydraulic engineering projects. For the world-renowned MOSE Project—the storm surge barrier system that protects Venice from flooding—two hydraulic winches were designed to operate under the most demanding conditions.
The winches were used as anchor winches on a sinking pontoon during the construction of the storm surge barrier. Thanks to their multifunctional design, they can also be used as pulling winches or mooring winches for a wide range of marine and industrial applications.
Engineering and Collaboration
MH Poly was responsible for:
- Complete mechanical design of both winches
- Preparation of detailed manufacturing drawings
- 3D modelling of all components and assemblies
- Structural strength calculations using the Finite Element Method (FEM)
TTR was responsible for the fabrication, assembly, and installation of the complete winch systems.
By engineering every component individually and integrating them into one complete system, the project resulted in highly reliable hydraulic winch installations capable of operating in demanding offshore environments.
Technical Specifications
Small Hydraulic Winch
- Dimensions: 3,200 × 2,239 × 1,369 mm (L × W × H)
- Steel wire rope: 565 metres, Ø 32 mm
- Minimum braking force: 27 tonnes
Large Hydraulic Winch
- Dimensions: 4,700 × 2,940 × 2,010 mm (L × W × H)
- Steel wire rope: 1,000 metres, Ø 52 mm
- Minimum braking force: 1,000 kN
Combining high pulling power, mobility, and operational reliability, these hydraulic winches are ideally suited for:
- Offshore operations
- Hydraulic engineering projects
- Marine construction
- Heavy industrial applications
Why Choose a Custom Hydraulic Anchor Winch?
A hydraulic anchor winch delivers high pulling force, precise control, and dependable performance under extreme operating conditions. For offshore and marine projects, a custom-engineered solution is essential to ensure safety, efficiency, and long-term reliability.
Through advanced engineering, FEM analysis, and practical manufacturing expertise, MH Poly delivers custom hydraulic winch systems that provide maximum performance in the field.
