East Manufacturing has introduced a new aluminum winch strap-capture system for flatbed trailers. It’s claimed to be stronger, lighter, more corrosive-resistant, and easier to handle than traditional steel systems, plus it exceeds all NACSS standards.

The system starts with the aluminum winch (patent pending), which weighs about 4 lb less than a traditional steel winch, yet pull-tested stronger, East says. It’s much easier for drivers to handle, and its wider footprint design spreads shearing stresses, when encountered, over a greater area. Winch and winch clips are interchangeable on either side of the trailer, so torque can be applied on both sides to help stabilize uneven loads. Both are available in a low-profile version for use in tight-clearance areas.

Completing the system are the uniquely designed East side rails. The winch and winch clips
side-mount by sliding onto the rail, which has a hollow core so lighting-system wiring can be fully enclosed, helping to eliminate snow, ice and moisture causing shorts in the lighting system.