R K Engineering Works is an industrial winch manufacturer serving Jodhpur and all of Rajasthan from its works at VKI Area, Jaipur. Since 1998 we have designed and built electric lifting winches, pulling (haulage) winches and wagon or trolley winches, along with the wire rope hoists, helical and worm gearboxes and panels that go with them. Each winch is designed for your load, rope length, speed and duty after a site survey.
This guide is for plant heads, project engineers and maintenance teams in Jodhpur who need a winch for lifting, pulling or shunting. It explains the main winch types, what to tell the manufacturer, which safety items to ask for, and how a winch compares with a hoist or a crane.
Industrial winch manufacturer in Jodhpur: quick answer
If you need a winch in Jodhpur, give the manufacturer five facts: the heaviest load or pull force, the rope length or lift height, the line speed, how many hours a day the winch will run, and whether it lifts or pulls. R K Engineering Works sizes the motor, brake, gearbox, drum and rope from these facts and confirms them on a GA drawing.
Winch types we build
| Winch type | What it does | Where it is used in Jodhpur |
|---|---|---|
| Electric lifting winch | Raises and lowers a load vertically on wire rope | Material lifting in buildings and shafts, plant maintenance, stone and handicraft units |
| Pulling (haulage) winch | Drags a load along the floor, a slope or rails | Moving heavy blocks and machines, cable pulling, project sites |
| Wagon or trolley winch | Moves rail wagons or transfer trolleys in a plant | Plant sidings, loading bays, long sheds |
| Winch with custom drum | Grooved drum and rope sized to a special travel | Gates, test rigs and special handling jobs |
Main parts of an industrial winch
- Motor: sized for the pull and line speed, with protection suited to indoor or outdoor use.
- Brake: electromagnetic or thruster brake that holds the load when power is off.
- Gearbox: helical or worm gearbox matched to drum speed and duty. We make both in-house.
- Drum and wire rope: grooved drum with rope sized for the load and the number of layers.
- Control panel: starters or VFD, overload relay, emergency stop, pendant or remote.
- Limit switches: upper and lower limits for lifting winches, end limits for pulling winches.
What to share before you ask for a winch design
| Input | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Load or pull force | Sizes the motor, gearbox, brake, drum and rope |
| Lift height or pull length | Sets drum size, rope length and number of rope layers |
| Line speed | Decides motor power and gear ratio |
| Hours per day and starts per hour | Fixes the duty class so parts last |
| Indoor or outdoor, dust and heat | Sets motor and panel protection and paint system |
| Power supply and control choice | Panel design, pendant or radio remote |
Not sure about some values? Our engineer measures them at the site survey and fills the gaps with you.
How to choose an industrial winch: 6 steps
- Decide lift or pull. A lifting winch needs hoisting-grade brakes and limits; a pulling winch needs the right pull force and rope length.
- Write down the heaviest load and add any hook, sling or trolley weight.
- Measure the travel and check where the rope will run, including sheaves and anchor points.
- Count the duty in hours per day and starts per hour, so the motor and gearbox are not overworked.
- List the safety items you need (see the next section) and the control type.
- Approve the GA drawing and witness the load test at site before the winch goes into use.
Safety items to ask for
- Fail-safe brake that closes when power is off
- Upper and lower limit switches on lifting winches; end limits on pulling winches
- Overload protection on the motor and, where needed, a load limiter
- Emergency stop at the operator point and a lockable main isolator
- Guard over the drum and gear area, and rope anchors checked at site
- Load test record and operation and maintenance manual at handover
Winch vs wire rope hoist vs EOT crane
| Point | Industrial winch | Wire rope hoist | EOT crane |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main job | Lift or pull along one fixed line | Lift at one point or along a beam | Lift and move across the whole bay |
| Mounting | Floor or frame, rope runs over sheaves | Fixed or on a monorail or crane girder | Runway rails on columns |
| Best for | Pulling, shunting, long rope travel | Regular lifting in one area | Production bays and heavy lifting |
| Read more | This guide | Electric wire rope hoist | EOT crane for Jodhpur |
Where we supply winches around Jodhpur
We supply and service winches in Jodhpur city and its RIICO areas such as Basni, Boranada and Marudhar, and in Pali, Barmer, Balotra, Jaisalmer, Nagaur and the rest of Rajasthan. For other handling needs in the same region, see our goods lift guide for Jodhpur and our gantry and EOT crane guides.
Service and upkeep
A winch runs safely when the brake, rope and limits are checked on a plan. Look at the rope for broken wires and kinks, check the brake gap, test the limit switches and keep the gearbox oil at the right level. Our crane AMC team also covers winches and hoists, with a written report after each visit.
Why buyers choose R K Engineering Works
- Working since 1998 from VKI Area, Jaipur
- ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certified
- Helical and worm gearboxes made in-house, matched to each winch
- Cranes designed to IS 3177 and IS 807 and load-tested at 125%, with the same test discipline applied to winches
- One team for winches, hoists, EOT cranes, goods lifts and their service
FAQs
Who is an industrial winch manufacturer for Jodhpur?
R K Engineering Works, VKI Area, Jaipur, designs and builds electric lifting and pulling winches for Jodhpur plants, stone yards, warehouses and project sites. The firm has worked since 1998, holds ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certification, and designs each winch after a site survey.
What is the difference between a lifting winch and a pulling winch?
A lifting winch raises a load vertically, so it needs a holding brake, upper and lower limit switches and a rope sized for hoisting duty. A pulling (haulage) winch drags a load along the ground or on rails, so rope length, pull force and drum capacity matter most.
Do you make the gearbox for the winch?
Yes. R K Engineering Works makes helical and worm gearboxes, so the gearbox is matched to the winch motor, drum speed and duty in our own works at Jaipur.
Can you service or upgrade an old winch?
Yes. We inspect the winch, check the brake, rope, drum, gearbox and panel, and then propose repair or modernisation such as a new brake, limit switches or a new control panel.
जोधपुर में इंडस्ट्रियल विंच कौन बनाता है?
R K Engineering Works, वीकेआई एरिया जयपुर (1998 से), जोधपुर और पूरे राजस्थान के लिए इलेक्ट्रिक लिफ्टिंग और पुलिंग विंच बनाती है। साइट सर्वे के बाद लोड, रस्सी की लंबाई, गति और ड्यूटी के अनुसार विंच डिज़ाइन की जाती है।
Request an engineering consultation or book a site survey: R K Engineering Works, 29, Udyog Vihar, Road No. 14, VKI Area, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302013. Phone +91 9799108009 / +91 9413341806. Email contact@rkengineeringworks.in. Contact form
Last updated: 14 November 2026
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