Southern Seas Marine, as the official Australian distributor of Lofrans, offers a range of vertical anchor windlasses designed to optimize space and performance. When selecting the right windlass, the available space above and below deck is the key factor. Vertical windlasses feature a vertical rotation, reducing the volume required above deck, as both the electric motor and gearbox are housed in the chain locker. It’s important to ensure a minimum height of 300 mm between the top of the stacked chain and the underdeck to allow for efficient chain dropping and to achieve optimal windlass performance. This design maximizes space while ensuring reliable anchoring.