What are the main types of cable pulling machines for power lines and substations?

2025-08-15

The term "cable pulling machine" encompasses a range of specialized equipment designed for different applications and capacities. The primary types we manufacture at Ningbo Changshi include:

  • Hydraulic Pullers: These are the workhorses of the industry, used for heavy-duty projects such as OHTL (Overhead transmission line) wire stringing and pulling large-diameter conductors over long distances. Their hydraulic systems provide consistent, high-power pulling force and precise tension control, which is critical for protecting expensive conductors from damage.

  • Capstan Winches (Tractor-Type): These machines are highly portable and versatile. They use a rotating drum, or capstan, to pull cable and are ideal for a variety of tasks, from pulling pilot ropes to assisting with medium-scale underground cable laying.

  • Puller-OHTLstringingequipment.com/Hydraulic-Conductor-Tensioners.html target='_blank'>Tensioners: For complex overhead projects, these machines are indispensable. They can both pull and tension the conductor, allowing for a seamless and highly controlled stringing operation.

Each machine is engineered for a specific purpose, and choosing the right one is the first step toward a successful and safe project.

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