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What is a Cable Puller?

Do you sometimes have the need to hoist, winch, pull, lift, lower, tension or secure a load, but a permanent type of machine is not convenient? If so then one of our portable wire rope cable pullers could be the answer.

Easily transportable, these pullers use wire rope for hoisting/winching and pulling & tensioning purposes. They are  an extremely adaptable piece of cable pulling equipment. They can be used in virtually any position. Vertical, diagonal, horizontal, or any other angle and with any length of wire rope.

We can supply a range of cable pulling equipment from the original tirfor winch to the trusted Yaletrac. Each with a range of load handling capacities up to 3200kg.

Where are Cable Pulling Machines Used?

A wire rope puller or come along winch will be extensively utilised in industrial sectors. This is due to their numerous functions which are appropriate for building construction, farming, oil and chemical, mining and quarries. Other uses include ship building industries in addition to vehicle recovery operations. These devices are also used as a forestry winch which arborists use extensively. A wire rope puller is a perfect tool for your work vehicle.

How Cable Pullers Work

A cable winch or  come along winch is a safe and reliable way of accurately moving and holding the load. You will have constant control of the operation to within just 1mm. The accuracy is due to the two jaws which grip the rope. As the lever is cranked the jaws use a hand over hand type motion to pull the rope through. Due to the self-clamping mechanism of the pullers jaws will give immediate and progressive grip. Which means the heavier the load the tighter the jaws clamp on.  Most types of cable pulling machine have an easy release mechanism which enables the rope to be released effortlessly.

Benefits of a Wire Rope Puller

One benefit of wire rope pullers is there are no limitations to the length of wire rope it can pull through. So you could have different lengths of wire rope for different jobs but just one device. It also means that the rope is easily replaceable if it should get damaged.

You should, however, use a specific type of wire rope, not just any you have lying around. The ropes recommended have specific constructions and flexibility to work correctly with the specific puller. Lifting Hoists Direct can supply any type of wire rope in any length to compliment your  puller.

Pulling Capabilities

The total load capacity of a cable pulling machine or come along winch can be increased. This is done by the use of sheave blocks/pulley wheels. By using this method you can also change the direction of the pull/lift if necessary. Because of the increased hoisting effort when using this technique extra care must be taken. This is to ensure the supporting structures and all other equipment have a sufficient capacity. You usually allow a capacity loss of around 4% per sheave. Always refer to the cable pulling equipment manufacturer’s instructions. Also apply the correct procedures when using the sheave block method.

 

Cable Pullers Available at Lifting Hoists Direct

Delta Wire Rope Cable Pullers

Delta wire rope cable pullers have prices starting from just under £115. Therefore they offer a cost effective means to lifting and pulling applications.

These wire rope pullers are efficient. They have been tried and tested for performance to BS EN 13157 (certification available) and work exceptionally well.

If you are looking for a budget friendly machine that is up to the task then take a look at the 3 models from this range. Here you will find various lifting capacities to suit different tasks.

Whether you need to lift, pull or tension loads these pullers are very versatile. They can be utilised in any direction. The maximum capacity can be further increased by using sheave blocks.

The three models we can supply have lifting capacities of 800kg, 1600kg & 3200kg but with higher pulling limits. 1300kg, 2600kg & 5200kg respectively. Click through to the product page below to find all the details and specifications.

Buy a Tirfor Winch

Lifting Hoists Direct has a great selection of Tirfor hand winch options. With 800kg, 1600kg and 3200kg lifting capacity options, and more models coming soon including the Jockey and the 500 series.

A tirfor winch is another type of hoisting/winching device which is highly portable and very versatile. As well as lifting and pulling these devices are also ideal for lowering, guying and tensioning applications. These winches have no wheels or gears and works on the Tirfor principal.

Yale Cable Pullers

When purchasing Yale cable pullers you can be assured of quality products. Part of the Columbus McKinnon Corporation the Yale brand has many years of tried and tested lifting equipment with many innovative products. The range of Yale cable pulling machines available from Lifting Hoists Direct include the popular Yaletrac system. The Yaletrac is light in weight due to it being made from aluminium and so is easy to carry around. The Yaletrac puller also comes in a steel version – The ST model. This has been purposefully designed with the mining industry in mind. Each version incorporates 3 models with working load limits of 800kg, 1600kg & 3200kg. Meaning there is a model for even the most arduous tasks.. As well as the standard variety of  pullers Yale also have the LMG little mule cable grips for pulling and tensioning un-sheathed wire rope. It has pulling forces up to 5000daN. daN is a common measurement of force often used in engineering. As a guide -  1 daN (dekanewton) = 10 n (newtons) or 1.019716 kgs (kilograms) of force. As you can see the daN is very close to the kg and so is usually just substituted in lifting and engineering applications.

Maintenance & Safety of a cable pulling machine

A wire rope cable Puller / come along winch is easy to self-maintain because the housing can normally be opened. The simple components inside the housing can be cleaned, with de-greaser if necessary. Then re-greased with clean oil/lubricant (do not grease grips).  This will keep your cable pulling equipment in tip top condition and also keep the accuracy of the device. You should regularly check the wire rope for defects such as kinks and broken wires. It is also prudent to have your Tirfor's inspected and load tested at regular intervals to comply with safety regulations. Most kinds of Cable pulling machine come with an overload protection device. This is in the form of a shearing pin. These can also be easily replaced if it breaks even whilst under load. The shearing pins should be checked prior to each use and replaced without delay if necessary.

Safety Tips - Do's & Don'ts

There are some basic do’s and don’ts to follow to ensure safety and reliability when using a wire rope puller / cable pulling tools. You should also follow the HSE guidelines for lifting safety. NEVER; use a rope with the incorrect diameter for the machine; use damaged or broken rope; extend the levers/handles; exceed the safe working load capacity. ALWAYS; check for problems before each use; store correctly; ensure suspension/anchor points are capable of taking the weight; use correct rope and handles; inspect the rope for wear, damage, or kinks.

Buying a Cable Puller

Pulling machine devices are readily available from Lifting Hoists Direct. From the wire rope to the cable pulling machine itself. All available at excellent prices and with quick delivery. Choose from our economy range, Yale  puller range or look at our Tirfor Winch for sale, all have 800kg, 1600kg & 3200kg lifting and pulling capacity options.