Free AHC Capacity Analysis - Find Out If Your Winch Is AHC-Ready

Find out how much motion your system can compensate for, based on just a few key parameters.

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Estimate how much vessel motion your winch can handle
Get results based on just a few key parameters
Get expert feedback from our team
Free of charge, no commitment required

What Is an AHC Capacity Analysis?

Our AHC capacity analysis estimates how much vessel motion a winch or crane can compensate for, based on parameters like wire speed, wire capacity, and drive type. It is the first step in determining whether a winch is ready for Active Heave Compensation, or what would need to change to make it AHC-capable.

The analysis is performed by Scantrol's experts using the same AHC Analyzer tool used to design new mTrack installations. Results are based on real winch performance data, not generic estimates, and come with direct feedback from a Scantrol representative.

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Frequently Asked Questions

An AHC capacity analysis estimates how much vessel motion your winch or crane can compensate for, based on parameters like wire speed and drive type. It tells you whether your existing equipment is ready for Active Heave Compensation.
Yes. The analysis is free of charge and comes with no commitment. You receive expert feedback directly from Scantrol's engineering team based on the parameters you submit.
You need basic winch specifications: wire capacity, wire speed (top and bottom layer), and whether the winch is electric or hydraulic. No detailed engineering drawings are required for an initial estimate
Scantrol's engineering team reviews submissions and provides feedback within 3 working days, typically without the need for a follow-up call or meeting first.
A maximum line speed of 50–80 m/min typically allows compensation for 3–4 m of vessel motion, which is sufficient for most AHC applications. The capacity analysis confirms this for your specific winch.
A Scantrol engineer reviews your winch parameters and provides feedback on AHC capacity to the email address you used to fill out the form.