Caterpillar Pullers Move Pliable Profiles, Tubing

Versa Machinery’s Caterpillar pullers provide uniform pressure over the entire traction length, thus exerting greater pulling force without product deformation. They are designed for pliable materials such as tubing, extruded profiles, foams, soft extruded materials like weather stripping and more. Versa series “C” pullers are available in nonmotorized versions which can be included in OEM designs or in motorized versions that can be used out of the box. Belt configurations range from 2 in. × 9 in.,  to 4 in. × 18 in.  

A variety of belt materials and durometer ratings are available, including sponge, gum rubber, silicone, neoprene, urethane or nitrile — some of which are FDA approved. 

All Versa pullers are equipped with a handwheel or optional pneumatic operation of the belt booms along a constant centerline. The pneumatic option provides control of the pressure applied to the product being pulled and makes repeatable setup quick. Additional options include left-to-right configuration and OSHA guarding package. 

Motorized puller assemblies include all components for usage in many downstream handling processes. They are mounted on a 12 in. × 14 in. baseplate for easy positioning of feed materials and include a choice of either AC or DC motor and drive, and a remote operator control station (OCS) which can be mounted wherever desired. A wide variety of speed ranges are available. The OCS includes pushbuttons for start, stop and emergency stop, as well as a 10-turn potentiometer with turns counter for speed control. Digital speed indicator and 115-V input are standard, with other voltage options available. 

Standard nonmotorized “C” series puller assemblies are virtually identical to their motorized counterparts, except without the motor and drive. They provide grip and feeding yet enable end users and OEM machine builders to design, configure and build machines to meet their specific requirements.  With speeds from 0 to 450 fpm and with a variety of belt materials available, they are designed to replace existing puller assemblies or serve as components for specialized equipment for unique applications. 

Versa motorized pullers and caterpillar assemblies are designed for many applications, including downstream handling of pipe, profiles, tubing, vinyl siding, wire and cable, steel materials, pulling materials through braiding machines and more.