The winch VACAT/15/75/K/II can be operated in underground headings of mining facilities, including headings with methane explosion hazard and coal dust explosion hazard. The winch is designed to transfer (pull and lower) heavy parts of the machinery and equipment in underground mining excavations. It can be used as a supporting device in reinforcement and liquidation of discharge walls. It is used to pull out and position shields of powered roof supports and other machinery and equipment elements in longwalls and faces. The winch can be used to haul transformers, various heavy electrical devices and as a support tool for heavy equipment reloading as well as for transportation, where significant towing power is required.