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Differences in High-Capacity Torque Wrenches

12/04/2022 07:11 PM

As hinted by the name, a torque wrench helps apply rotating force on a fastener like a bolt or a nut to loosen or fasten it. There are three high-capacity types of this kind of wrench. These are hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric wrenches. Their main difference lies in their powering forces, which provide unique advantages […]

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Industrial Applications that Require Accurate Torque

11/28/2022 09:18 PM

A torque wrench is a tool used to ensure optimal tightness of bolts and screws. It has special internal mechanisms that aid in setting specifications for a specific application. Thus ensuring there is enough tension and loading of all parts. It is key to ensuring quality work.   Two types of torque wrenches are ideal, depending […]

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Torque wrench uses in the renewable energy industry

12/27/2021 07:45 AM

The renewable energy industry is on the rise, registering an impressive 8.9% growth between 2016 and 2020. According to Business Wire, the global industry raked $692 billion in revenue in 2020. Considering the average wind turbine uses about 25,000 fasteners, including at least 6,000 bolts, that means you need robust and reliable tools to get […]

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Questions to ask when buying a Hydraulic Torque Wrench

11/10/2020 09:15 AM

There are currently over a dozen companies involved in marketing hydraulic torque wrenches in the United States. Many of these companies claim to be the “oldest, or best” provider of hydraulic wrenches. Buyers need to be aware that not all hydraulic wrench companies are quality driven or focused on their individual needs and applications.

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Buyers Guide To Power Torque Wrenches

09/02/2020 11:29 AM

At Maxpro we are often asked, “what is a power torque wrench?” It depends on who you ask. Our company, MaxPro, is a diverse company when specializing in high capacity Torque Wrenches. MaxPro sells Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Battery and Electric torque wrenches. These four different styles of torque wrenches are all classified under the umbrella term […]

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Types of Torque Wrenches Used in Aviation

05/27/2020 08:59 PM

Air travel is the safest form of transportation today, and one of the main reasons can be attributed to the expertise of aircraft mechanics and engineers as well as the reliability of the tools that enable them to work safely and efficiently. Planes are made up of thousands of parts held together with tens of […]

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Hydraulic Torque Wrench Operation Tips

10/24/2019 02:02 PM

Hydraulic torque wrenches operate at high pressure (up to 10,000 PSI) and can produce torque outputs over 50,000 ft./lbs. These are very precise tools, with an accuracy range of plus or minus three percent and a repeatability of plus or minus one percent. Hydraulic torque wrench operation is powered by a hydraulic pump, which is […]

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How to Use a Hydraulic Torque Wrench

12/04/2018 09:24 AM

In this week’s blog post, we’ll look at when and how to use a hydraulic torque wrench. As we’ve noted before, hydraulic torque wrenches operate using a pump that’s driven by pneumatic or electric power. They’re able to operate in tighter spaces, making them ideal tools for situations where other torque tools won’t fit. You’ll […]

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Pneumatic or Hydraulic Torque Wrench: Which One is Right for You?

07/25/2017 10:14 AM

Customers often contact us requesting a high capacity torque wrench but are unsure of whether they need a pneumatic or hydraulic torque wrench. The answer typically depends on the application, along with several other factors.  Each of these tools have their positive and negative attributes, so let’s take an impartial look at the specifics on […]

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[CASE STUDY] Power Generation and Turbine Maintenance

03/15/2017 07:48 AM

For this case study, we’re heading to Florida, where our client – a combined cycle power plant – needed hydraulic torque wrenches. They also needed the wrenches right away, and Maxpro could deliver. “We turned it around in hours,” said company president Tom Macey. “That’s the beauty of UPS and FedEx. We ship a lot […]

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