MUIR offers complete anchoring systems including pleasure craft windlasses, mega yacht windlasses, commercial deck equipment and hydraulic systems packages for vessels up to 300 feet and more in length.
Pleasurecraft Windlasses The Muir pleasure craft windlasses suit vessels 6 meters to 30 meters in length. These windlasses are designed to provide the smaller boat operator with a superior anchoring system that eases the workload of the operator, enabling increased time to be spent enjoying the boating experience.
Vertical and Horizontal Configurations Muir windlasses are available in vertical and horizontal configurations, depending upon the requirements of the vessel and owner, and often the necessary orientation of the drive shaft. The innovative Atlantic and Freefall Series of Vertical Windlasses and Compact Series of Horizontal Windlasses provide choices for the most discerning boat owner. All pleasure craft windlasses can be powered by 12 volt, 24 volt, hydraulic or manual hand operation. There is also the option of manual override / operating system on all powered units for additional safety in emergency or low power situations.
Many Standard Features Muir windlasses come with many important features as standard and a range of options. All Muir windlasses are manufactured with the highest quality marine grade components including chromed or polished bronze, bronze running gear with stainless steel drive shafts & fastenings. The Horizontal ranges of powder coated marine alloy housings retain their strength and style. A full list of standard and optional features is available for all windlass models.
Motor drives and gears below deck are finished in white gloss epoxy and with non-corrosive weight saving marine alloy components use where practicable. Standard builds are bronze with luxury-chromed finish and capstans have a knurled waist for maximum grip. Triple chrome plating with a minimum of 35 microns is used in windlass production. Chrome plating consists of copper, nickel and chrome. All running gear is high tensile bronze. Main drive shaft and fastenings are 316 stainless steel. Devil claws, chain stoppers, bow rollers, anchors and chain are available to suit windlass selection for all size yachts.
Super Yacht Windlass Systems Muir Anchoring Systems are fitted to some of the world’s finest and most prestigious yachts. The mega and super yacht systems are designed for installations on vessels up to 110 meters in length, and can incorporate docking capstans, chain compressors, devil claw arrangements, control panels and switching gear for a complete system. Renowned for design excellence, superior performance and stylish lines, Muir does not compromise on quality, using only the finest components and materials in the manufacture of all their equipment.
Worldwide Applications Muir Anchoring Systems are supplied for Mega and Super Yachts in many of the largest yards throughout North America, Canada, Europe, Asia, The Middle East, Pacific, South America and South Africa. Muir Super yacht products have been designed for ease of operation, safety, and to be functional, manufactured using materials that will provide maximum strength and durability. Attention has been given to detail to ensure that products are designed to be stylish and in keeping with the highest quality fittings found on luxury yachts today.
Anchoring Options Muir Super Yacht anchoring systems offer a range of options and accessories to meet individual customer requirements. Standard builds are bronze with a luxury - chromed finish and with knurled capstans for maximum line grip. Units can be supplied in polished bronze, chrome bronze, stainless steel, alloy or cast steel or a combination of both to suit designer and owner requirements. Triple chrome plating with a minimum of 35 microns is used in production for Super Yacht equipment.
Additional Features Motor drives and gears below deck are finished in white gloss epoxy with non-corrosive, weight saving marine alloy components use where practicable. All running gear is high tensile bronze. Main drive shaft, brake spindle, brake band, hand wheels and fastenings are all supplied in 316 stainless steel. Heavy-duty brake design on some models may not require use of chain stoppers or where distance between spurling pipe and gypsy is tight. MuirÕs braking system is up to 405 times stronger than conventional systems. Devil claws, chain compressors, chain stoppers and bow rollers are available for all sized yachts.
Application Specialists The Hope Group recognizes that each application has its unique characteristics and for that reason it makes its Application Specialists available to assist customers in designing and specifying the correct hydraulic solution. Our trained specialists have years of experience in real world applications and they are ready to help customers find the most reliable, cost-effective solution.
Contact one of The Hope Group Application Specialists for answers to questions you may have about your special requirements.
