A crew switching between resin brands mid-project needs equipment that keeps up. Ideally, the crew cannot work with gear that forces a workaround every time the mix ratio changes.
The Pulling Device answers this directly. The method is built to handle both of the most common resin ratios used across the trenchless rehabilitation industry today.
This guide breaks down exactly how the system supports 1 to 1 and 2 to 1 resin formulations. Also, what does that flexibility mean for crews on the ground? And what else to check before switching the resin system?.
Why Mix Ratio Support Matters So Much
Resin systems generally fall into two standard mix ratios, 1 to 1 and 2 to 1, depending on the manufacturer and formulation.
These ratios determine how much resin gets combined with how much hardener. Of course, getting that balance right is essential for a proper cure.
Equipment that only handles one ratio forces crews to either stick with a single resin brand permanently. Otherwise, they end up investing in separate equipment for different jobs.
This is exactly the limitation the Pulling Device was designed to avoid. Supporting both common ratios means a single unit can handle a much wider range of resin formulations.
The crew can handle types of resins without needing to swap equipment based on which resin a particular job calls for.
So, instead of planning equipment around resin choice, crews get to plan resin choice around the actual job requirements.
How The Pulling Device Handles Both Ratios
The Pulling Device runs on a flow-through dual heater system. When it’s time to warm resin and harden streams simultaneously rather than treating them as separate processes.
This design supports PipeCaster Pro resins directly. It works with most 1 to 1 and 2 to 1 resin systems more broadly. As a result, crew gets genuine flexibility across a wide range of formulations already common in the industry.
Digital temperature control plays a role in making this dual ratio support work reliably. The unit adjusts up to 150 degrees Fahrenheit, giving crews a wide enough working range to accommodate the different heating needs. It is an ideal scenario as it works with different resin formulations.
Curious how this flexibility actually plays out on a real job site? Reviewing your resin’s technical data sheet against the unit’s supported ratios and temperature range confirms compatibility before you ever start mixing.
What This Flexibility Means For Crews In The Field
Contractors working across multiple clients often deal with different resin preferences. These resin types vary from job to job, sometimes based on client specification, sometimes based on availability.
Having a single piece of equipment that handles both major resin types removes a real logistical headache. The crew do not need to track which unit pairs with which resin brand before heading out to a site.
This flexibility also matters for crews managing inventory and equipment costs. Effectively, it saves time and resources, rather than purchasing and maintaining separate heating systems for different resin types.
Usually, a single Pulling Device covers both common ratios. It reduces both upfront equipment costs and the ongoing maintenance that comes with running multiple machines.
Fewer pieces of specialized equipment also mean less time spent training crew members on multiple systems.
What To Confirm Before Switching Resin Systems
Even with broad ratio support, confirming a few details before switching resin brands protects against surprises mid job.
Start by checking your resin’s actual mix ratio against the two supported types. The formulations outside 1 to 1 and 2 to 1 fall outside what the system has been built and tested to handle.
Next, check the resin’s required cure temperature against the unit’s 150-degree ceiling. Some specialty formulations call for heat beyond that range.
Full guaranteed compatibility applies specifically to IPP Solutions resin systems. Hence, pairing the unit with resin from our own lineup remains the most predictable option available.
For crews working with third-party resin outside that lineup, confirming these two details, mix ratio and cure temperature.
The assurance works wonders; before starting a job, it also avoids the kind of mid-project surprise nobody wants to deal with on a paying job.
Choosing Equipment That Actually Keeps Up
Flexibility across resin ratios is not a small detail. Mostly, it directly affects how efficiently a crew can operate across different jobs and different clients.
The Pulling Device was built specifically to support both 1 to 1 and 2 to 1 resin systems. It gives the crew the freedom to work with a wider range of formulations without juggling multiple pieces of equipment.
If you are planning a job that involves a resin outside our standard lineup, reach out to IPP Solutions. Our team will help confirm the right fit before you start.
