MOTORWIND

the automatic winding system for turret clocks

The Westminster chiming clock at Holy Trinity Church, Coalbrookdale fitted with Motorwind electric winding units. No part of the original movement or frame was drilled or altered

Reliability      The English Clockmakers Motorwind system is simple in operation and therefore highly reliable. The weights are wound on the Huygens system, and robust switches are used to operate the winding motors.

Conservation    The existing movement is not altered but the original heavy weights, cables and pulleys are replaced by lighter weights connected to the winding units.

Flexibility               In most cases chains and sprockets are used to support the weights. For smaller clocks however when space is limited, the weights can be supported by flexible drive belts allowing the winding units to be located in front of the movement if necessary.

Safety      The weights are wound by low voltage motors powered by a battery with sufficient reserve to keep the clock going for several days in the event of mains failure.

Nationwide Service    The motorwind system has been fitted to clocks on churches, schools and public buildings throughout the Country from North Derbyshire and Cheshire to Sussex and Devon.

English Clockmakers are the first choice when important clock movements and dials require sympathetic restoration. They are equipped with the latest type of rope tackle for safe access to dials and hands.

Free surveys are made prior to sending detailed reports and quotations.

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