Davit Crane vs. Jib Crane The terms davit crane and jib crane are often used interchangeably. This is most likely because they have some similar characteristics and uses. A davit and a jib are both typically made of steel and are used to…

Thern employees continue to impress! As Thern continues to grow in many positive ways, the safety record is no exception, improving just the same.   Employees that Care At Thern, employees care about the safety of themselves and…

Thern's customizable stationary davit crane ensures reliable and efficient maintenance operation procedures in petrochemical facilities.   The Client: Pinnacle Polymers was elated with the results of a previous Thern solution, that…

This past year Thern passed the ISO 9001:2015 standard! What is the ISO 9001:2015? In order to be certified, an organization must follow the requirements set forth in the ISO 9001 standard.  The standard is used by organizations to demonstrate…

Thern divisions work together to provide a cost effective solution. The Client: Pinnacle Polymers is a manufacturer of polypropylene pellets, based in Garyville, Louisiana. Polypropylene pellets are a common thermoplastic resin typically…

Meet Mike! Mike Waldherr is a Parts and Service Specialist who has been with Thern for the last 13 years. Mike spent 15 years with another manufacturing company before joining the Thern team. He gained a lot of valuable knowledge and experience…

Winches don't need social distancing; however, they do need proper distancing. For what you ask? For fleet angle. Using a winch to lift or position a load gives your project flexibility because you can have this material…

Meet Michelle! Michelle is a recent addition to the Thern family and we are so lucky to have her! She joined our team as a HR Generalist! In February, 2020 and has spent every day helping our company to reach new heights. Michelle chose Thern…

Modern wind towers are approximately 260 feet (80 meters) in height. When you are working at that distance above the ground, nothing is easy, and safety is everything. Erecting a wind tower is an engineering and construction marvel, but maintaining…

Thern prides itself on providing high quality, reliable and exceptional products to end-users. The Liberty Capstan Winch is no exception. The Thern Liberty Capstan Winch delivers strength and high performance in a portable machine. This winch…

The Thern Advantage Thern is a worldwide leader in exceptionally made lifting, pulling, and positioning equipment. Thern products are tough, versatile and reliable. Established in 1948, Thern Inc began as a small, family-owned business. In…

Thern and Optimus Steel have formed a successful relationship working together over the past three years. Optimus Steel, located in Beaumont, Texas, is known for its manufacturing of high-quality Wire Rods, Coiled Rebar and Billets. They have…

Meet Jay! Jay Atienza, an Industrial Market Manager, services the western region of the United States for Thern. Jay has been part of the Thern team for a little over a year and has quickly learned what Thern is all about. Jay, not having…

Torn and Glasser, founded in 1928, has been a family-owned business for over 85 years, passed down three generations. The business began growing walnuts and watermelons, marketing their fresh produce in Los Angeles, California. They have since…

Beau gets it, wants it, and certainly gets things done at Thern. A key member of the Thern team for six and a half years, Beau is the Product Manager for Heavy Power and Pneumatic Winches. He has played a key role in the rapid growth…

Thern hand winch provides variability to meet climbers exact specifications The Client: Grasshopper Industries, an innovator in the rock-climbing industry, has created an adjustable climbing wall that allows enthusiasts and professionals…

Meet Alex Servais! Alex has been with Thern since December 2015, or 3 years and 5 months…but who’s counting? Alex is a Product Manager and Applications Engineer specializing in Hand Winches and Small Power Winches. One of the things…

Please take a moment to meet Stephanie Hemker, Thern’s Human Resource Manager. Stephanie started as an HR assistant at Thern 12 years ago and served as an HR Generalist until she was promoted to HR Manager in May of 2018. Stephanie is originally…

Masonic Lodge Introduction and History:The Masonic Lodge in Winona, MN had a series of 99 hand painted historic scenic drops that were originally used as part of the Freemason rituals. Created by the Sosman and Landis Company of Chicago, these…

4ocean is an organization whose story begins with two men name Alex and Andrew. The two were surfers who took a trip to Bali Indonesia after graduating from college. Upon arriving, they were devastated by the amount of plastic they found in…

Dec. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Thern Inc. released a report today for the Industrial and Water/Wastewater market segments that predicts steady growth in the need for winches and cranes. Thern Inc. hired a Twin Cities research firm to conduct…

We’re 70-years into our journey here at Thern, and our driving force is still pretty simple: we’re a family-owned winch and crane manufacturer based in the Midwest, a place where hard work, honesty, and common sense continue to be core…

Every year, Thern holds an internal Christmas centerpiece contest. A new theme is chosen each year and teams are assigned - making sure their is a good mix of employees from different departments on each team. This year the challenge was to…

This Issue: Project File: Thern "Rises and Lowers" to the Occasion Article: All About Drums (continued) Home Products Projects About Us Contact Us It is very important to stay out of the paths…

This Issue: Project File: High Roller - World's Largest Ferris Wheel Article: The Beat of a Different Drum Home Products Projects About Us Contact Us Wraps for What? No matter what type of winch you…