Product Description
Tractel Tirfor® (Griphoist) – Portable Wire Rope Pullers
The Tractel Tirfor®, also known as the Griphoist, is a manual wire rope puller trusted worldwide for lifting, pulling, lowering, and tensioning loads. Unlike conventional hoists, the Tirfor works with a proprietary Maxiflex wire rope that passes completely through the unit, giving it virtually unlimited rope length and flexibility. All models feature self-gripping jaws, overload protection, and precise load control in any direction. Available in two series and multiple capacities to match your application.
Key Features
- Operates in any direction: horizontal, vertical, or angled
- Unlimited rope length capability with proprietary Maxiflex wire rope
- Overload protection with replaceable shear pins
- Precise load control with millimetre accuracy
- Lightweight, portable design with telescopic operating lever included
T500 Series – Material Handling Only
Designed strictly for material handling applications. Each model is available with or without cable assemblies.
- T508D (Part #18109): 2,000 lbs capacity
- T516D (Part #18119): 4,000 lbs capacity
- T532D (Part #18129): 8,000 lbs capacity
TU Series – Material Handling & Man-Riding
Fully EN13157 compliant and UL classified for both material handling and personnel lifting. A Blocstop® secondary safety device is required for man-riding use.
- TU17/TU8 (Part #18009): 1,500 lbs man-riding / 2,000 lbs material handling
- TU28/TU16 (Part #18029): 3,000 lbs man-riding / 4,000 lbs material handling
- TU32 (Part #18039): 6,000 lbs man-riding / 8,000 lbs material handling
Wire Rope & Cable Options
- Available with or without Maxiflex wire rope cable
- Lengths up to 250 ft depending on model
- Wire rope assemblies include transport reel, tip, hook with safety latch, and certification
- Maxiflex wire rope also sold separately by the meter
Ordering Notes
- Choose T500 models for material handling only, or TU models for material + man-riding
- Specify if ordering with or without cable
- Replacement shear pins and cable assemblies available separately
Specifications
Safety Notice
Although Bishop Lifting strives to manufacture and sell the highest quality rigging and safety gear, use of the gear is dangerous if not used correctly by competent trained professionals. Bishop Lifting disclaims any liability resulting from the misuse of its rigging and safety gear. Please take a moment to more thoroughly review our disclaimer.
Bishop Lifting rigging and safety gear is only intended to be used by competent trained professionals. Misuse of the rigging and safety gear can result in serious injury up to and including loss of life. As such, Bishop Lifting disclaims liability for any misuse or incorrect product selection by our customers.
Rigging and safety gear purchased from Bishop Lifting should be used in strict accordance with all industry and OSHA standards. At no time should rigging or safety gear be used beyond its certified load ratings (aka Working Load Limits). Normal wear and tear should be expected with use of rigging and safety gear; therefore, all gear should be thoroughly inspected before each and every use. Worn or unsafe rigging and safety gear should never be used.