Föckersperger Group
For more than 65 years we have been developing machines and systems for trenchless laying of cables and pipes. We produce cable ploughs, spider ploughs, cable winch vehicles and mobile tractors in highest quality. To date, more than 450,000 kilometres of cables and pipes have been laid worldwide with our systems.
Machines for infrastructure
construction
From fibre optics
to Ø630mm pipes
For all soil conditions
sand | gravel | moor | water







The benefits
of the FOECK installation system
- Innovative system for trenchless pipe and cable laying
- The world market leader in the field of trenchless pipe and cable laying
- The world's strongest winch and laying-plough systems with up to 360 tonnes of tractive force
- Used on every continent and on any terrain
- Incredible performance: 10.000 metres per day and a maximum pipe diameter of 630 m
- Ecological and sustainable – no trench, minimum impact on the natural environment
Our cable ploughs
in action for you
FSP 280 + FWF 94
Complete FOECK laying unit


We are pleased
to advise you
Would you like to learn more about the FOECK laying system? Then we look forward to hearing from you by phone, e-mail or via our contact form. You are also welcome to arrange a consultation with us in which we present technical details of our products.
Sales team of Walter Föckersperger GmbH
Phone: +49(0) 8742 43897-0
Mail: office@foeck.com
Environmentally friendly laying process
The FOECK cable plough system enables the trenchless, environmentally friendly laying of cables and pipes with a maximum diameter of 630 mm, a depth of 2.50 m and a maximum pulling force of 360 tons - with minimal impact on nature - worldwide and in any terrain.


Multifaceted
Efficient laying ploughs for all ground conditions
Whether underground cables, power lines, high-voltage lines, water pipes, sewage pipes, gas lines or fibre optic cables for broadband expansion - we offer the right machine for all ploughing work. And we are equipped accordingly for different soils: Mud, sand, water, gravelly, hard soils and other soil conditions are no problem for our ploughing machines.
Customer Support
Services around the
FOECK laying system
Today, the FOECK laying system is one of the most efficient methods of laying pipes and cables safely and quickly in the ground. For this purpose we offer not only the most efficient laying machines but also a comprehensive range of services...

Flexible, robust, reliable
The right equipment
for your project
FOECK offers three ploughs: The FSP 6 works to a depth of 1.50 m and lays cables up to 125 mm.
The FSP 24 reaches a depth of 2.20 m and cables up to 280 mm.
The FSP 280, the largest, works up to 2.50 m and lays cables up to 630 mm. In heavy soil, it can develop up to 380 tonnes of pulling force with two winches.


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Environmentally friendly installation system in use worldwide
Customer feedback
What customers
say about us
Our company, Innovative Trenching Solutions Ltd. (“ITS”) owns and operates the Föckersperger (“FOECK”) plough and winch equipment all over Canada and the United States of America. Our talented team has been working with the FOECK group and their equipment for many years, which shows our trust and support in the FOECK brand. ITS is a strong advocate of the FOECK equipment because it is engineered very safely, effectively, and environmentally friendly for almost all underground utilities. We highly recommend for you to consider utilizing the FOECK equipment on your next project.
Samil Junuzovic, General Manager ITS
“Machinery you cannot find anywhere else in the world with excellent after sales service. The FOECK brand has innovation and product development embedded in its DNA. It is a privilege to collaborate with FOECK on our project requirements”.
Ben James, Operations Manager, ATP
“When we won the tender, we realised that we needed a faster installation system. Our research led us to the Walter Foeckersperger company. After a visit to Germany, we were convinced that no other system would have enabled us to progress as quickly and reliably as the Foeck system. Mr Uwe Krannig provided us with training and maintenance, and the company's service was excellent. This letter of recommendation shows our satisfaction with the solution.”
Yudhi Syamsudin, President Director
"We were looking for a quick and cost-effective cable laying solution for our project. During our research, we came across the company Föckersperger. Mr Walter Föckersperger and Mr Uwe Krannig introduced us to the Föck installation system, which met all our requirements. From delivery to the start of the project, the team accompanied us, trained our operators and offered comprehensive support. The delivery of spare parts is also fast and reliable. We are very satisfied with our decision."
Emil Grecu, CTO
„The Föckersperger cable plough was successfully used to lay underground cables between the wind turbines and substations. The method saved a lot of time, was cost-efficient and had minimal environmental impact. Even in difficult ground conditions and narrow forest paths, the cable plough worked reliably and met our requirements in terms of deadlines and quality.“
Kay Höper, Projektmanager
FAQs
Questions from our customers
about the cable plough
Which cable plough is used for which soil conditions?
FOECK cable ploughs are suitable for all common ground conditions. Whether mud, gravel, clay, sandy and dry, hard and stony or frozen ground - with the systems from FOECK you can master any terrain. Even laying cables and pipes through ditches, streams, rivers or tidal flats is no problem. The decision in favour of a particular model depends more on the required depth and the diameter of the material to be laid.
More on the topic: Laying underground cables
What does the support look like after the purchase of the equipment?
We always have a close contact to our customers. If something should be damaged, we are at your side with spare parts and advice. It is also possible to get advice or on-site support on complicated construction stages. Refresher courses are also offered.
Why is it economical to use a laying system from FOECK?
The conventional laying of cables and pipes in open trench construction requires numerous work steps, which make the procedure time-consuming and costly. With a cable plough from FOECK, you only need one single operation, and that at a laying rate of up to 1,500 metres per hour. Even the parallel laying of several cables and pipes can be carried out efficiently and without any problems. In addition, FOECK cable ploughs work in a very environmentally friendly way, as normally neither humus has to be removed nor trees and bushes. The fuel consumption is of course also considerably lower than with conventional construction.
Do I receive personal advice on my building project and the appropriate machines?
Of course, intensive consultation is one of our primary services. We would be pleased to arrange a personal meeting with you to explain the technical details and the possible applications of our machines and systems. Above all, however, as a manufacturer we can also respond to individual requests and make modifications that you absolutely need for your work. Another service we offer is to take a look at your construction site and document the plough line so that you know exactly what is actually ploughable. Please feel free to call us, send us an e-mail or simply use our contact form to make an appointment.
Can the plough also work without a winch pulling vehicle?
No! What makes our equipment stand out is the high tractive force. In order to ensure continuous and high quality ploughing, traction is of the highest priority. Our machines can work up to a depth of 2.50m.
With self-propelled cable ploughs, only a certain laying depth or relatively small cable/pipe diameters can be laid, as the resistance during ploughing is higher than the traction of the wheels or chains. And this is highly dependent on the nature of the soil and surface.
In order to be able to keep a given depth constant, a high traction is essential, as the soil types can change quickly (stones, clay, etc.). It is only due to the high tractive forces that the laying can be carried out without interruptions, which would otherwise have to be "expensively" reworked later.
What does a typical project process - from the inquiry to project implementation - normally look like?
You make the first step. First, describe your requirements for a trenchless laying system. We can then advise you in detail and together we can define all the necessary specifications. After the order has been placed, we will start the detailed project planning. If you then give us the green light, we will manufacture your machine and deliver it at the agreed time. At your request, we can also take care of ongoing maintenance and other services.