Trenchless pipe replacement of underground pipe

摘要

The present invention comprises an improved cable puller assembly for use in the trenchless replacement of underground pipes including water, sewer and electrical conduits. The improved cable puller assembly utilizes a cylinder body comprising four double acting hydraulic cylinders set up in pairs of two, i.e. two forward cylinders and two aft cylinders. The cable pullers are configured to move inwardly and outwardly from the cylinder body and feature the ability to pull a cable through a pipe on both their inward and outward strokes.