Torque Testing

Off-Road Vehicle Manufacturer Finds Tools For Accurate and Consistent Torque Control

Robotics, computerization, and electronic mechanization have brought state-of-the-art automation to modern industrial plants.  Thus, the need to perform quality control testing and torque measurement is even more critical to achieve a return-on-investment.  Quality control testing has been neglected or downplayed by manufacturers for many years; however, a greater need for high-quality merchandise and competitive pricing…

Pulse Tools

Impact Wrench Alternatives – Pulse Tools Enhance Productivity & Reduce Costs

Selecting the right torque tool for the job is crucial. Selecting the incorrect torque tool can affect production yields, manufacturing costs, product quality, product reliability, reputation and profitability. Impact Wrench What is an impact wrench? A wrench that uses a discontinuous drive clutch system and compressed air to achieve torque. Impact wrenches are commonly used…

Pulse Tools

Pulse Tool Selection Best Practice: Focus on Ergonomics, Productivity and Low Maintenance Cost

A pulse tool has the speed of an impact wrench with nearly the repeatability of a clutch based shut-off 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 hydraulic pressure that…