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PORTABLE DAVIT CRANES

PORTABLE DAVIT CRANES : Thern® HEAVY-DUTY PORTABLE CRANES

Thern has a wide variety of portable davit cranes that can move from one work area to another, making your work easier and more efficient. No matter what your lift and hoisting needs are, Thern has you covered with superior lifting equipment, from workstation cranes to davit hoists.

ENSIGN® 500

Capacity 500 lbs

The Ensign 500 portable crane has an extra hook height for handling taller loads with minimal boom adjustment. This portable davit crane can be used with a hand or power winch operation and has a capacity of 500 lbs (226 kg). The Ensign 500 has a simple set up and is easy to use. This economical series is specially designed for clearance, lift height, and ergonomic operation.

Ensign 500 Davit Cranes at Thern
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FIRST MATE®

Capacity 850 lbs

Thern’s First Mate series of davit cranes have a fixed boom length, making them affordable and lightweight with capacities up to 850 lbs (385 kg). The First Mate has an adjustable boom angle with three different positions for operation.

First Mate David Crane at Thern
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ENSIGN® 1000

Capacity 1,200 lbs

The Ensign 1000 portable crane has a maximum hook height of 12 ft. (3048 mm) for handling taller loads or lifting over taller objects. This portable davit crane can be used with a hand or power winch operation and has a capacity of 1,200 lbs (544 kg). The Ensign 1000 has a simple set up and is easy to use. This economical series is specially designed for clearance, lift height, and ergonomic operation.

Ensign Series 1000 Cranes at Thern
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COMMANDER® 500

Capacity 650 lbs

Match your crane to the size of your load! The world’s most popular line of portable davit cranes now offers all of the features you’ve come to appreciate in an even lighter model, perfect for smaller loads.

Commander 500
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COMMANDER® 1000

Capacity 1,200 lbs

The Commander series is Thern’s largest portable cranes that give you maximum flexibility with multiple boom lengths and angles to choose from. This portable davit crane can be used with a hand or power winch operation and has a capacity of 1,200 lbs (544 kg). The Commander 1000 davit crane rotates 360 degrees on a pin and sleeve bearing in the base. A handle on the base of the crane makes rotation simple and easy. The adjustable boom telescopes to four different lengths and adjusts in height with a ratchet style screw-rack. The Commander 1000 breaks down for easy transport and storage.

Commander 1000 David Crane at Thern
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COMMANDER® 2000

Capacity 2,000 lbs

The Commander series is Thern’s largest portable cranes that give you maximum flexibility with multiple boom lengths and angles to choose from. This portable davit crane can be used with a hand or power winch operation and has a capacity of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). The Commander 2000 davit crane rotates 360 degrees on a pin and sleeve bearing in the base. A handle on the base of the crane makes rotation simple and easy. The adjustable boom telescopes to four different lengths and adjusts in height with a ratchet style screw-rack. The Commander 2000 breaks down for easy transport and storage.

Commander 2000 David Crane at Thern
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If you have special product needs, simply give us a call! Our engineering and production teams are experts at modifying existing models and designing a custom winch for your specific needs. In fact, over 60% of our business involves custom engineering, so don’t hesitate to contact us if you don’t see what you want on our site or in our catalog. We specialize in quickly turning around custom orders.

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Thern® is a global winch & crane manufacturer proudly based in Minnesota with 70+ years of experience providing top-quality lifting, pulling, & positioning equipment.

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