What is a sheave?

Want to learn the ins and outs of sheaves and our manufacturing processes? Check out our resources page.

Bear Equipment has been in the sheave business for +40 years. With that much experience comes a lot of lessons learned and knowledge gained. The resource page covers some of the core definitions, principles, formulas, and calculations that guide sheave design and manufacturing.

While we wanted to provide some basic information, please contact us for any help you might need. We are experts in sheaves. Our engineering team enjoys working with you to solve any sheave, block, fairlead, and winch needs you might have.