Modern underground cable pullers are far more sophisticated than traditional winches, integrating advanced features like automatic tension control and data logging to revolutionize safety, precision, and efficiency:

• Automatic Tension Control:

  • Purpose: Ensures the cable is pulled at or below its maximum allowable pulling tension, preventing overstressing and potential damage to the cable's conductors, insulation, or jacket.

  • How it Works: Our advanced hydraulic or electric cable pullers are equipped with integrated load cells that continuously monitor the actual pulling force. Operators can pre-set a maximum tension limit. If this limit is approached, the puller's control system automatically reduces speed or even temporarily stops the pull to prevent exceeding the set threshold. This "smart" control minimizes human error and protects valuable cables.

• Real-time Data Logging:

  • Purpose: Provides a comprehensive, verifiable record of the entire pulling operation for quality assurance, compliance, troubleshooting, and future reference.

  • Data Captured: Typically includes:

    • Pulling Tension (Force): Continuous graph and peak tension values.

    • Pulling Speed: Instantaneous and average speed.

    • Distance Pulled: Accurate footage.

    • Time & Date Stamps: For the entire operation.

    • Temperature (sometimes): Ambient and/or cable temperature.

  • Benefits:

    • Proof of Quality: Demonstrates that the cable was installed within manufacturer specifications, crucial for warranty and liability.

    • Troubleshooting: Helps diagnose problems during or after a pull (e.g., identifying points of high friction).

    • Optimization: Provides data to analyze and improve future pulling plans and techniques.

    • Compliance: Meets stringent industry standards and client requirements.

• User Interface & Connectivity: Modern pullers feature intuitive digital displays for real-time monitoring and data review. Many also offer USB ports, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth connectivity for easy data download and integration with project management software.

Our range of underground cable laying equipment includes robust cable pullers with these advanced features, providing unparalleled control, reliability, and documentation for your critical infrastructure projects.