The E-Z RATCH™ Garage Door Torsion Spring Winding System makes winding a torsion spring safer, easier and faster compared to using winding bars. It gives the operator control of the torsion spring at all times during the winding or unwinding operation and translates into less fear, more confidence and fewer injuries on the job. The E-Z RATCH takes only minutes to learn how to use and can produce significant savings in labor time. It is designed to meet the needs of the professional garage door technician by providing ease of operation, durability, and safer working conditions.