Application: Moving and positioning tracked undercarriages for repair
Customer: Toromont Caterpillar
Location: Kanata, Ontario, Canada
Winch Model: Columbia WF3500-1A17-L-02 AC Electric Winch
Performance based on 115 VAC / Single Phase / 60 Hz:
- Line Pull: 3,500 pounds on the first layer
- Line Speed: 12.2 feet per minute
- Wire Rope Capacity: Standard capacity with freespooling feature
- Power Source: 115 VAC / Single Phase / 60 Hz
Special Features:
- Hand-held pendant with extended 50-foot lead
- Manual freespooling capability
- Compact design for shop environments
- Planetary reduction gearing system
WHY APPI:
Toromont Caterpillar’s maintenance facility in Kanata, Ontario faced a common challenge in heavy equipment repair: safely and efficiently moving tracked undercarriages during maintenance procedures. These components, essential to Caterpillar’s tracked machinery, require precise positioning for proper repair and refurbishment.
After discussing their operational needs, Toromont Cat and Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI) collaborated to identify the perfect solution: the Columbia WF3500 AC electric winch. This “shop winch” application required minimal customization while delivering optimal performance for their specific environment.
Key features of this shop winch solution include:
- A compact design that fits seamlessly into Toromont’s existing shop layout, maximizing workspace efficiency.
- Manual freespooling capability, allowing technicians to quickly deploy wire rope without power when needed.
- Robust planetary reduction gearing, providing the ideal balance of power and control for positioning heavy tracked components.
- An extended 50-foot pendant lead, the only customization required, giving operators maximum flexibility to safely position themselves during winching operations.
By implementing this Columbia shop winch solution, Toromont Caterpillar has significantly improved their maintenance procedures. The winch helps enhance workplace safety while increasing efficiency in their tracked undercarriage repair processes.
For more information about this shop winch application or any of APPI’s other specialized products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc.. With over 30 years of experience in providing winches, hoists, capstans, and cranes tailored to specific application requirements, APPI continues to be a trusted partner in the heavy machinery maintenance industry.
