Tension Controlled Re-Reeving Machines

Reel Power Re-Reeving Machines are used for Wire Rope Replacement, Crane Rope Change Out and controlled Re-Spooling operations on cranes and lifting equipment. These systems provide tension-controlled payout and respooling of boom hoist and main lift lines, helping improve safety, efficiency and wire rope handling during maintenance and replacement projects.

Tension Controlled Re-Reeving Machines

Reel Power Re-Reeving Machines are used for Wire Rope Replacement, Crane Rope Change Out and controlled Re-Spooling operations on cranes and lifting equipment. These systems provide tension-controlled payout and respooling of boom hoist and main lift lines, helping improve safety, efficiency and wire rope handling during maintenance and replacement projects.

Designed for both land-based and offshore applications, Reel Power's Re-Reeving Equipment is available with customized torque capabilities and reel dimensions to meet specific customer requirements. These systems are widely used for Wire Rope Re-Reeving, Crane Wire Rope Replacement Systems, offshore crane maintenance operations and the deployment of electric submersible pumps in downhole and service center applications.

The Reel Power Powered Re-Reeving Machine series provides reliable tension control throughout the wire rope replacement process, reducing manual handling and improving operational safety. Various self-contained configurations are available for both onshore and offshore operations.

Available Options

  • Electric, Diesel or Gasoline Engine Drives
  • NEMA 4 Electric or Hydraulic Power Systems
  • Custom Reel Capacities, Machine Layouts and Maximum Line Pulls
  • Tool Storage Systems
  • Automatic and Powered Levelwinds
  • Land-Based and Offshore Designs
  • Portable and Mobile Configurations Available

Key Benefits

  • Safe and efficient Wire Rope Replacement
  • Controlled payout and Re-Spooling
  • Reduced downtime during crane maintenance
  • Improved wire rope handling and tension control
  • Custom-engineered solutions for specific crane applications
  • Suitable for both onshore and offshore environments
  • Portable systems for rapid deployment and service operations

Reel Power's Re-Reevers are available with reel capacities ranging from 5,000 lbs to 150,000 lbs and can be customized to support a wide variety of crane and lifting applications. Whether you require a Portable Re-Reeving System, Mobile Re-Reeving Unit or a complete Offshore Crane Re-Reeving System, our team can design a solution tailored to your project requirements.

Contact Reel Power ME to discuss your requirements and let our team design a customized Re-Reeving Machine, Crane Wire Rope Replacement System, Offshore Crane Re-Reeving System or Portable Re-Reeving Unit tailored to your application.

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Standard “Re-Reeving Machine” Features:


  • Fork Lift Base & Lift Eyes
  • Electric and Diesel/Gasoline Engine Powered Hydraulic System available
  • Hand Operated Pressure Relief Valve to Adjust Torque
  • Manual Hand Valve for Speed & Direction Control
  • Slide Coupling Disconnect for Easy Loading and “Free Wheel” Capacity
  • Lifting Bars
  • Customized Torque and Reel Dimensions
  • Shaftless Models Available for Weight Capacities Exceeding 150,000 lbs
  • Winding and storing for disposal used wire rope from cranes
  • Unwinding and filling new wire rope to cranes
Purpose designed and built machine to safely wind and dispense wire rope for on-shore and offshore cranes. The Re-Reever is Ideal for Re-Reeving Cranes, winches and boom-hoist applications that require heavy pay-off tension and take-up rewind capabilities with large, heavy ropes.