Description:
The anchor windlass is a robust deck machinery system used to control the deployment and retrieval of a ship’s anchor. It features a chain gypsy (wildcat), warping head (optional), and a motorized drive system capable of handling heavy loads. Windlasses are typically mounted on the ship’s foredeck and designed for safe, efficient anchoring operations. Available in vertical or horizontal layouts, and in electric or hydraulic variants, anchor windlasses can also be integrated with mooring systems for multifunctional use.