

We are LEBUS® Germany
Rope spooling technology from Finning, Bavaria
Reliable wire rope spooling technology, retrofit-ready split sleeves, custom-built drum solutions, and specialized machinery—this is what LEBUS® Germany stands for. Based in Finning, Bavaria, in the picturesque Ammersee region, we leverage decades of expertise and technical know-how to develop cutting-edge products for customers worldwide.
For 60 years, we have been committed to premium quality, advanced engineering, and the expertise of our team. Our solutions power international projects in lifting and conveying technology, heavy industry, mining, oceanography, and offshore operations.
More about LEBUS® Germany
More than the LEBUS® groove
From the groove to the LEBUS®-System
Professionals know LEBUS® because the original LEBUS® groove has been an integral part of the heavy-duty industry for decades. Since the first groove, which was used on Frank L. LeBus sen. Texas oil production facilities, its shape and design have stood the test of time. Thanks to the LEBUS® groove, wire ropes or cables can be accurately spooled in multiple layers under the most extreme conditions and the highest loads. This guarantees maximum safety during spooling, extends the service life of the wire ropes and enables rope spooling systems in all sizes, diameters and for all rope loads – even on relatively small drums. All this makes the LEBUS® system the original!
About the LEBUS® systemProducts and accessories
The products from LEBUS® Germany
At LEBUS® Germany, we have developed a comprehensive system around the original LEBUS® groove. Companies worldwide rely on our multi-layer spooling technology for superior performance. Explore our range of products and accessories designed for seamless integration and maximum efficiency.

LEBUS® System
The system consists of two split sleeves available with the LEBUS® groove or helical grooving

Grooved rope drums
Rope drums with LEBUS® groove or helical grooving

Accessories
Complementary products for your multilayer rope spooling

Contract manufacturing to specification
Special designs for industry, trade and SMEs
When it comes to efficient and cost-effective contract manufacturing for small series, custom builds, and specialized solutions, LEBUS® Germany is your trusted partner. Whether for industrial, commercial, or mid-sized businesses, our state-of-the-art CNC turning and milling machines, heavy-duty lathes, and large-scale sandblasting and coating facilities ensure top-quality results.
From technical planning and design to on-time delivery of finished components, we handle every step of the process with precision and expertise.
Subcontracting and contract manufacturingLEBUS® Locations
You can find us here
In 1963, Frank L. LeBus sen. founded LEBUS® International Engineers GmbH, expanding production beyond Longview, Texas, to a new facility in Germany. Shortly thereafter, operations in England followed, paving the way for the worldwide adoption of the LEBUS® groove.


Service is our commitment
Consultancy for your industrial project
What sets LEBUS® service apart? Personal connections, long-term partnerships, and more than 60 years of experience across diverse industries. In short: We provide top-tier support and deliver German-engineered quality.
We know our customers—and they appreciate it. Our expert consulting doesn’t stop after the first order; we continue to support you for years to come. We optimize processes, identify the most cost-effective solutions, and ensure seamless operations.
And if an issue arises? We’re there for you. Being on-site quickly is a given for us—worldwide and typically within 48 hours.
LEBUS® project consultingLifting and conveying technology
The LEBUS® classic
Companies all over the world rely on the LEBUS® system: for construction cranes, container ports for loading and unloading, elevators, cable cars, inclined cable cars and even in winter sports for towed snow groomers.