This system automatically adjusts when overload is detected and thus protects the motor from damage.
Heavy weather conditions, such as waves, swell and strong current pose a challenge for both the equipment and the crew and is a common occurrence.
When the crew tries to heave the anchor under these conditions, the anchor chain often exceeds the intended safe load for the windlass. This leads to motor damage, chain loss and downtime.
“Our team of experts has developed an innovative and simple solution for a well-known problem in the maritime industry,” said Christian Heyden, Vice President Technical Department at TTS Marine GmbH, a German subsidiary of TTS Group.
The control block is available for all new TTS windlasses and as an upgrade for existing TTS windlasses. It detects overload and assists the operator by automatically repositioning the lever to ensure the correct balance between chain tension and power of the windlass is maintained. This protects the motor and gives the crew extra time for alternative measures.