A single wind tower flange can hold more than a hundred bolts, each tightened to thousands of foot-pounds. Once the crew packs up, the only proof those bolts hit spec is what the inspection captured. A torque check is that proof: a measured confirmation that each fastener got the torque the engineer specified. … Continue reading Torque Checks on High-Torque Bolts: How to Audit Joints Without the Heavy Equipment
In high-stakes industrial operations, from petrochemical plants and wind turbines to structural steel assemblies, improper bolt tightening is one of the leading causes of joint failure. Historically, verifying torque and tension meant manual logs, post-job spot checks, and high labor costs. Today, project owners increasingly require real-time bolting data acquisition to guarantee joint integrity, full … Continue reading Real-Time Bolting Data Acquisition: How Remote Operator Support Secures High-Stakes Contracts
Torque tools can be expensive to own. That’s why renting them is a great alternative! That’s why we make renting torque tools so easy. At Ultra Torq, we strive to make our rental services seamless, timely and affordable, so you can get the tools you need to get the job done. Here are the benefits of renting with … Continue reading The Benefits of Renting Torque Tools
Hydraulic and pneumatic tool safety is absolutely critical. Almost everyone working with these tools has been hurt on the job or knows someone who was injured. In this article, we will discuss how to ensure safe hydraulic and pneumatic tool use on your job site so you can mitigate risks. How to Use Powerful Tools … Continue reading Safe Hydraulic and Pneumatic Tool Use on Busy Job Sites
Learn how the Torq-Comm Commander makes it easier for technicians to observe torque wrench safety procedures and work more efficiently. Industry Best Practices for Torque Wrench Safety The industrial bolting industry puts a lot of trust in bolting technicians. Many large-scale industrial sites count on their technicians’ commitment to torque wrench safety procedures to ensure … Continue reading Increasing Torque Wrench Safety with Torq-Comm
With the challenging terrains and unique demands of off-road construction projects, it’s crucial to equip yourself with tools that can withstand these rigorous conditions while delivering the highest performance. We’ve researched and tested various tools for off-road construction and curated a list of our favourites. Meet the Demanding Performance Requirements with the RAD 15DX-NX Off-road … Continue reading Ultra Torq Favourites: The Best Tools for Off-Road Construction
We recently sat down with representatives from a major construction company to talk about the effect a certified RAD 15GX has had on workflow in the field and in the maintenance shop. They shared a scenario that really stood out with us, and we wanted to pass it along to anybody who might be on … Continue reading RAD Tools Controlled Bolting vs Impact and Click Torque: A Clear Winner
You go to the doctor and dentist regularly for checkups, right? (At least, you should be…) You take your car into the shop for its scheduled inspections, don’t you? Guess what? You should also be conducting regular calibration and maintenance on your torque tools to ensure you get the right amount of clamp load on … Continue reading Why You Need to Calibrate Your Torque Tools & 5 Things To Remember (INFOGRAPHIC)
Here we discuss the industry’s best hydraulic torque wrench systems. We’re going to talk about how they work, why they’re great, and how to pick the right one for you. Ready to learn? Let’s jump in. An Impressive Hydraulic Torque Wrench The Norwolf X Driver is the thinnest, flattest and fastest hydraulic torque wrench system … Continue reading Norwolf X Driver: A Revolutionary Hydraulic Torque Wrench System
Did you know you can save money by spending more? It sounds contradictory, but when it comes to heavy-duty tools, you really want to be investing in quality. In this article, we explain how you can save money on torque tools by spending a little more upfront on premium equipment that won’t fail nearly as … Continue reading Save Money on Torque Tools by Playing the Long Game
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