Take-up and Pay-off Stands — Frequently Asked Questions

We've listed answers to some of our most common Take-up and Pay-off Stand questions for your convenience.

Why do you describe your Take-up and Payoff Stands as “Roll-on, Roll-off”?

Our easy-loading Take-up and Payoff stands eliminate the need for lifting equipment. One person can easily load or unload reels manually by “rolling” them into place over the beveled edge. No more waiting for fork lifts, cranes or hoists.

How are your Take-up stands different from other models?

Huestis Industrial Arbor-type Take-up stands are practical, sturdy, adjustable and economical. The design automatically permits floor clearance. Reel diameters from 16” to 50” can be accommodated with a quick adjustment. Traverse is also adjustable over the full width of the reel: oscillating traverse is available.

Our over-all design is simple and rugged, assuring minimal maintenance and trouble-free operation. A dependable hardened steel gear drive is built for long, hard service. When reels are changed, the drive automatically disconnects.

Can custom specifications be accommodated?

Drive and control systems are custom-specified for each application. Control systems can be tailored to meet specific application needs. These include constant tension and/or constant speed, dynamic braking, and rapid acceleration-deceleration.

What differentiates your Payoff stands from other models?

Our rugged Payoff stands are adjustable and easy to load. They can be adjusted almost instantly for different reel diameters and widths. This means that costly time spent changing stands is often eliminated. There's no more jacking up or lost jacks, and no more time lost looking for a makeshift reel drag. One person can easily load or unload reels manually by rolling them into place over the beveled edge. No more waiting for fork lifts, cranes or hoists.

The design automatically permits floor clearance. Huestis Industrial Payoff stands also feature a simple, proven mechanical brake that applies back tension, eliminating the payoff pulsation that causes cable rejects. For custom applications, electric or pneumatic brakes can be supplied.

Other than the traverse version, are there other Payoff models available?

Other models are also available including a powered version required for many production applications.

A roll-around or portable Payoff is also available for temporary setups, or when an extra stand or filler is needed. With its ball-bearing casters, it is easily placed behind extruders, twisters, paring units or braiders. A lever raises the casters so that the stand sits flat: when the job is done, it is easily returned to storage.

Models that occupy less than half the space of standard Payoff stands are also available for plants where space is limited.

What are some typical applications for your Take-up and Pay-offs?

Wire drawing, extrusion, respooling, testing and inspection. Bare wire(flat or round), insulated wire(flat or round), wire rope, tubing, or any other coilable material.

Why do I need to fill out an “Application Data Sheet"?

Our specifications are broad guidelines. Any stand can be customized, enabling it , for example, to accept wider reels or to run at any required process speeds. Please consult us about your special needs. Our engineers will review each order before filling it to assure that it meets your requirements.