Winches may seem simple, but understanding their nuances is key to efficient and safe operation. A central concept is line speed – how fast the rope or cable moves. It’s more complex than you might think! The truth is not all winches are best suited for your application based on various factors including load rating. Drawing on insights from our seasoned Thern tech team, we’ve broken down common misunderstandings around line speed. 6 Line Speed Answers You Need To Know Q1: What is line speed, and why is it important? A: Line speed is simply the rate at which the rope spools onto the winch drum ..read more

Imagine this: a tense situation unfolds at a construction site. A worker is injured and trapped in a confined space. Every second counts. This is where Thern Rescue-Rated Davit Cranes transform from Lifting Materials to Lifting Lives.  For over 75 years, Thern davit cranes have been a mainstay in various industries, from construction and mining to water/wastewater and manufacturing. We’re known for our durability, reliability, and versatility – faithfully lifting, lowering, and positioning essential equipment.  Here at Thern, we understand that sometimes, the stakes are even higher ..read more

The Client: Northern Power Systems (NPS), a prominent Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specializing in wind turbine electric power generators, sought out Thern for a unique and challenging problem. NPS faced a crucial issue regarding the maintenance of their turbine generator and rotor assemblies. The existing solution involved renting a large ground-based truck crane. However, this presented two significant challenges: the high cost of crane rentals and the impracticality of deploying such cranes to remote wind turbine locations. The Challenge: NPS needed a cost-effective and efficient s ..read more

From mining and oil/gas to construction and marine industries, air winches serve as the ideal solution for pulling and lifting heavy loads in hazardous or explosive environments. This is because these winches are powered by compressed air and don’t produce sparks or heat, which enhances overall safety on the worksite. Thern is pleased to offer various air winch series that are built tough to meet the demands of your specific applications. Air Winch Definition & Advantages An air winch is a pulling and lifting device powered by compressed air channeled into a pneumatic motor. In contrast ..read more

Maintaining 75 years of manufacturing excellence, Thern is proud to offer the best hand winches available on the market. When your job demands you to lift, lower, pull, or position a heavy load without power, count on our manual winches for superior performance. Our worm gear and spur gear models are designed with durability in mind for long service life. From construction and maritime to manufacturing and more, our hand winches are built tough to meet the demands of the job in any environment. Insights on the Best Hand Winch via a Blind Research Study In 2023, Thern proposed the idea of comp ..read more

Durable. Reliable. Versatile. Three words that describe Thern davit cranes. With 75 years in business, you can count on our equipment to perform in crucial industries, from water/wastewater and manufacturing to construction and mining. The applications are virtually limitless. Continuing our commitment to innovation, we are pleased to introduce our new Rescue-Rated Series of davit cranes specifically designed to excel in the personnel rescue arena. Introducing Thern’s Rescue-Rated Series of Davit Cranes Every single day at job sites around the world, you can find our equipment lifting, loweri ..read more

The Client: StageFX, a prominent organization specializing in large scale structures and turnkey staging solutions, sought Thern’s expertise for a unique challenge. In November 2022, they approached Thern with a specific request involving the installation of winches within their expansive truss sections. Their objective was to lift these interconnected truss sections from ground level to a desired height, guided by vertical support box trusses. The scale of this project was remarkable, with a lifting force exceeding 26,000 lbs. The envisioned solution entailed a 4-part line rigging system to a ..read more

  Water/wastewater treatment plants provide crucial services to help protect people and local ecosystems from harmful elements found in wastewater. For decades, Thern has served as a reliable source for lifting, pulling, and positioning equipment involved in municipal and industrial water treatment processes. One common use for our heavy-duty industrial winches at these facilities is to help efficiently load and unload sludge carts and dumpsters. How Thern’s Industrial Winches Can Streamline Your Water/Wastewater Operations  Thern’s industrial winches can eliminate the need for extr ..read more

  We live in a country that has always prided itself on entrepreneurship and encouraging the growth of locally run businesses. Our company had humble beginnings, being founded in Winona, Minnesota, by Royal G. Thern and his wife Lucille in 1948. At the time, Thern began manufacturing a handful of basic winches and other miscellaneous tools. Leveraging 75 years of varied experience, continuous research, development, and testing, Thern winches and cranes are highly sought after. We have established a worldwide reputation for toughness, versatility, and reliability by playing vital roles in ..read more

  Look no further for a fulfilling career! At Thern, we seek talented people to join our team of dedicated professionals. In addition to a welcoming company culture, we’re pleased to offer full-time jobs with benefits such as a 401(k) with match, several types of insurance, paid time off, opportunities for bonuses, and so much more as a reward for your hard work, dedication, and loyalty. Keep reading to learn more about everything we have to offer our outstanding employees. Why Choose Thern’s Full-Time Jobs with Benefits 1. Competitive Compensation & Benefits We take care of our empl ..read more