Category Archives: Torque Tools

The Importance of Torque Tool Care & Regular Maintenance

Taking good care of your tools helps extend their lives and stops the business from replacing them so soon. Daily care in operation and regular maintenance is a smart investment of both time and resources. Torque tool care to keep your tools in accurate working condition. Whether tightening head bolts on an engine, lugs for … Continue reading The Importance of Torque Tool Care & Regular Maintenance

The Benefits of Renting Torque Tools

Torque tools can be expensive to own. That’s why renting them is a great alternative! 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 us:   Convenient Shipping   We ship our tools for your convenience. Provide us … Continue reading The Benefits of Renting Torque Tools

Increasing Torque Wrench Safety with Torq-Comm

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

Comparing Bolt Tightening Methods: Torquing, Hydraulic and Mechanical Tensioning

Which method of bolt tightening is right for you? Find out how they compare below. Torque Tightening Most people have only ever seen a bolt torqued, usually by a mechanic who is working on their car. By turning the nut, the mechanic tightens the bolt or stud. Torquing is, of course, used in many other … Continue reading Comparing Bolt Tightening Methods: Torquing, Hydraulic and Mechanical Tensioning

How to Calculate the Tightening Torque of Bolts

It is essential to know how to calculate the tightening torque of bolts to ensure your application works safely, without breaking. A mistake in this calculation could cost tens of thousands of dollars, never mind the time and hassle of replacing broken equipment. The Bolt Torque Formula The formula that expresses the relationship between the … Continue reading How to Calculate the Tightening Torque of Bolts

Why Do We Torque Bolts & Why Bolt Tensioning Safety is Critical

Why do we torque bolts, with high attention to detail? Consider that on August 20th, 2011 the US military investigated the crash of a Global Hawk aircraft drone outside of Kandahar Afghanistan. The subsequent report concluded that the cause of the crash was an improperly torqued fastener. In total it cost the military 73 million … Continue reading Why Do We Torque Bolts & Why Bolt Tensioning Safety is Critical

What’s the Difference Between Tensioning and Torquing?

Every project has unique needs. For example, how do you choose between bolt tensioning and torquing? You need to consider your budget, the degree of accuracy required, and whether you need your bolt to be easy to control. This infographic will explain the core differences between tension and torque, and when to choose one over … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Tensioning and Torquing?

Torque Wrench Storage and 7 Things to Know About Your Torque Wrenches

Torque wrench storage and other basics you might have forgotten. Let’s get back to basics. There are essentially 8 fundamentals any torque wrench user should know. These 8 fundamentals: Extend the life of your tools, saving you money. Improve workflow, increasing productivity. Increase safety, reducing workplace injuries. Over the course of years of work, we … Continue reading Torque Wrench Storage and 7 Things to Know About Your Torque Wrenches

All You Need to Know About How to Calibrate A Torque Wrench

Having the best and more reliable tools is extremely important, but ensuring those tools are properly maintained is equally – if not, more important. It’s important to note that certain tools operate fine without special care and attention however, many do. Torque wrenches require regular calibration and recalibration for optimum performance. Follow these tips, and … Continue reading All You Need to Know About How to Calibrate A Torque Wrench