WINONA, Minn., June 30, 2003 - Thern’s new TA2 air winches have been developed in response to marketplace demand for rapid delivery of rugged, reliable air winches backed by a responsive customer service program. Designed with extensive customer input and testing, these winches feature reliable radial piston air motors and heavy-duty construction for long service life. The compact design with planetary reducer inside of the drum allows the TA2 winches to be used in tight locations.Other standard features on the TA2 winches include welded steel frame and drum, minimum D:d ratio of 18:1, motor mounted control valve and manual band brake rated at 150% of winch capacity. The TA2 winches are available with either a 16 inch or 24 inch wide drum with 1/2 inch wire rope capacity up to 990 or 1490 feet. Options include special drum diameters and lengths, grooved drums, speed changes and special finishes. Line pull for TA2 winches ranges from 4,400 lbs to 7,200 lbs.Thern, Inc. is a major designer and manufacturer of winches, cranes and hoists for virtually unlimited industrial applications. Founded in 1948, Thern is headquartered in Winona, MN and markets its products worldwide.