As repetitive strain injuries, like carpal tunnel syndrome, continue to increase in the assembly workplace, awareness of ergonomic solutions should be on the radar for many companies. If not, the cost for workers’ compensation claims will become a costly and growing issue. According to OSHA, “repetitive stress injuries (RSI), comprise more than one hundred different…
A pulse tool has the speed of an impact wrench with nearly the repeatability of a clutch based shut-off torque tool. Containing precision-machined parts the pulse unit is a sealed chamber that is filled with a formulated hydraulic fluid. Pulse blades with a custom designed precision roller push the fluid inside the rotating chamber generating…
The CLD pneumatic torque multiplier provides precision tightening and loosening of all heavy-duty fastening connections. The torque multiplier shuts-off when the pre-set torque is achieved. It’s non-impacting and operates at a smooth, continuous rotation. The pneumatic wrench increases speed and productivity, as it is faster than a hydraulic wrench and is less expensive. The tool…
Torque measurement is paramount for many manufacturers. Simply running a fastener or bolt down until it’s snug and tight and assuming the torque control process is complete, is no longer sufficient. Measuring torque doesn’t stop once the assembly process is complete. As part of the overall quality control process, manufacturers should include a “Torque Auditing” program.…
How often do you find loose screws at home with household items? May seem like a simple nuisance, but not too costly for you to fix. For the US Air Force and Toyota, loose screws and improper torque control have recently proven to be costly and critical key issues. Last week, Toyota announced a recall…
The E-DRIV HF-Series is a new line of brushless electric torque screwdrivers that provide a high torque range capacity. These power tools ensure quality and reduce overall assembly failures. The brushless electric screwdriver is built for precision torque control. Designed for high production environments, the HF-Series tools feature a high performance Swiss Maxon brushless motor design,…
Metric washers seem simple enough until it’s time for you to actually select the exact kind that you need. There are a wide variety of types, styles and grades to choose from. This is not only true of metric bolts or metric screws – it also applies when you’re looking for the right metric washer…
The Torquemate® FTA-100 is a torque tester by Mountz, Inc. designed for torque testing and calibrating torque tools. The digital torque tester provides exceptional accuracy for measuring torque on various torque tools including pulse tools, hand screwdrivers, torque wrenches and power assembly tools. The small size and portability of the torque analyzer makes it ideal…
Torque wrenches are a commonly used tool on the production line. There are variety of torque wrenches that can be used in a manufacturing facility for various fastening applications, like cam-over wrenches, break-over wrenches, dial wrenches, digital wrenches, click wrenches, beam wrenches and insulated wrenches. For manufactures looking to improve their quality control practices and…
The critical question must be asked: If proper joint design and proper torque application still do not guarantee that effective tension has been achieved, how can we know if the installed fastener meets the specification intended by the designer?Fastening errors can never be eliminated if proper technique and tools are not used. Audit discussion must…