Since 1980 · Patented · Made in USA

Unload geosynthetic rolls
safely and fast.

The GAC Roll Puller™ lets one operator extract heavy rolls from vans, containers, and flatbeds without tearing cores, throwing out backs, or slowing down the crew.

See the RP3XL See the RP4XL
Patented armor teeth Forged shaft Solo operation OSHA-friendly
Roll Puller RP3XL and RP4XL — patented forged shafts, safety chevrons, armor-plate teeth
10× Faster than manual unloading with multiple pullers
4" Deeper core bite vs. earlier generations
1,000 lb Tested maximum pull limit per puller

Laser-cut armor plate teeth, a forged ring double-welded onto machined shaft steel, and a bite deep enough to grab even loosely wound rolls without shredding the core.

1980 Family-Owned Since
6 U.S. Patents (Multiple Pending)
60+ Countries Operating
USA Designed & Built
Two Models

RP3XL and RP4XL — sized for your cores.

Both models share the same patented tooth profile and heavy-duty construction. Pick by your roll's cardboard core inside diameter.

Roll Puller RP3XL — 2.75-3.25 inch core ID

RP3XL

Core ID: 2.75" – 3.25"

Standard paving-fabric and geotextile rolls shipped singly or banded in pairs and trios.

See RP3XL specs →
Roll Puller RP4XL — 3.75-4.50 inch core ID

RP4XL

Core ID: 3.75" – 4.50"

Oversized geosynthetic rolls, hybrid mats, and suppliers using larger cardboard cores.

See RP4XL specs →
Workflow

From loaded to empty — one operator, one puller.

Set up the rig once, pull rolls out until the trailer is clean. That's the whole process.

1
Chain-and-forklift rigging layout between the puller and a loaded trailer

Rig the chain

Chain from a forklift, excavator, or winch runs from the tractor's ring to the Roll Puller inserted horizontally into the cardboard core.

2
Trailer packed floor-to-ceiling with geosynthetic rolls being pulled out by Roll Puller and chain

Pull the first roll

Level or slight-lift pull — the armor teeth bite into the core, the roll slides out onto rails, a dolly, or a waiting forklift.

3
Trailer partially unloaded — remaining rolls stacked at the front, empty space at the back

Repeat until empty

Work the trailer front to back. Multiple pullers unload 10× faster than manual — a full container clears in minutes, not hours.

Safer unloading

Protect workers. Protect the roll. Protect your bottom line.

Manual unloading is where crews get hurt and rolls get damaged. Roll Pullers eliminate the pry-bar-and-shoulder routine — one operator pulls the roll, guides it out, done.

  • Reduces back, shoulder, and hand injuries
  • Protects expensive rolls from crushed or torn cores
  • Multiple pullers can unload trucks up to 10× faster
  • Pays for itself in just a few shipments
Engineered right

Built for the pull, not the price point.

In 2016, after 37 years in the field, we re-engineered the original 12" RP4 into today's 16" XL platform and added the RP3 — for pulling heavier banded rolls without tearing.

  • Grabs 4" deeper into the cardboard core
  • Patent-pending laser-cut armor plate teeth
  • Forged ring, threaded and double-welded onto machined shaft
  • Handles multi-roll banded groups in one pull
How it works

The mechanics of a Roll Puller.

Armor-plate teeth, forged ring, and the double-welded shaft — up close.

Also watch: 3-puller set pulling 18 rolls →
Ready to order?

Let's get pullers on your dock.

Tell us your roll core sizes and how many pullers you need. We'll send pricing and shipping details same-day.

Request pricing Call 440-328-8200