Predictive maintenance is a proactive approach that uses data and analytics to predict when equipment failures are likely to occur, allowing maintenance to be scheduled before a failure occurs. This strategy can help companies save money, reduce downtime, and increase equipment reliability. In this blog post, we provide you with an overview of predictive maintenance, highlight some of the key benefits, share examples of predictive maintenance in practice, and introduce you to the Enerpac range of industrial tools that are suitable for maintaining and repairing your equipment. What is Predict ..read more

Attending trade shows is a great way to learn about new technologies and innovations. The downside is it’s not always convenient or cost-effective to travel long distances – or to sacrifice time away from your workplace. That’s why we’ve created our first virtual showcase featuring the best examples of our heavy-lifting equipment. Simply click on the full-screen icon shown bottom right to get fully immersed in the latest heavy-lifting technologies. Navigate through the different zones and discover how you could benefit from each product. Watch videos showing the equipment in action and dow ..read more

Considering pneumatic vs hydraulic is arguably the most fundamental decision to make when choosing your next high-capacity torque wrench. Experienced bolting technicians will be well aware of the pros and cons of each, but if you’re new to this area, or buying on behalf of a colleague, it’s worth taking the time to make sure you understand the key differences. So, which is best? Unsurprisingly, the simple and short answer is that it depends on the intended applications. Let’s take a look at some of the key areas and compare both types. Location If you will be working inside a factory where a ..read more

Mining Equipment, such as large machinery and heavy plant generally falls into one of 3 categories. Mining equipment for extraction: For removing the material from the ground. Typically, by drilling, blasting, cutting, or digging Equipment for material handling: For sorting and loading the mined material in advance of processing, or to go to a waste area. Machinery for material processing: Turning the mined material into finished products. This may involve grinding, separating, crushing, refining, and smelting. As a maintenance engineer in this industry, (whether a contractor or a permanent ..read more

Part 1: Preventing Hand Injuries One of the key ways to work safer is to prevent hand injuries. Incidents of this type often occur during equipment maintenance, assembly line work – and especially during bolting, where pinch points are a common hazard. Ways to avoid hand injuries include: Wearing proper safety gloves to suit the job If you are the tool operator, let your co-worker know your hands are in a safe position Choosing tools with features that reduce the risk of hand injuries, such as those described below. Ergonomic Hydraulic Torque Wrenches When investing in a hydraulic torque ..read more

Synchronizing hydraulic cylinders is essential if you intend to lift a load using multiple lifting points. While this is possible to achieve with an operator and pump at each lift point, it isn’t always the easiest or the safest way to go about it. Using a synchronized lifting pump provides more accuracy and involves less risk. Pumps of this type work using feedback from sensors and controlling the flow to each cylinder, giving the added advantage of less manual intervention. Controlled lifting pumps are not a new innovation and are used across a wide range of industries. There are several di ..read more

As consumers, we all enjoy the benefits of a more connected world. Smart enabled TV’s, automated receipts, and parcel delivery tracking are all embedded within our daily lives – so much so that we now expect this level of connectivity as standard. But what about industrial tools? Robots to replace bolting technicians may be some way off – but there are benefits that new technologies will provide in the near, and not so distant future. New Technologies and Industrial Tools Compared to a smartphone or TV, industrial tools are far less complex. And many would argue against adding unnecessary ‘be ..read more

As a specialty transport service provider, you know equipment for lifting and moving heavy machines comes in a variety of formats. For many simple applications, load skates, toe jacks, cylinders, and lifting wedges are the right tools for the application. But for moving heavier items, such as factory machines or medical equipment, a system with greater tonnage capacity, and precise control is needed. These types of jobs are ideal applications for a mini gantry. Is a Mini Gantry worth the investment? For machinery moving contractors ready to take on more projects the answer is an unequivocal y ..read more

Regular readers of this blog will be well aware that Enerpac industrial tools are designed to withstand prolonged use in remote and challenging locations. Our tools are a popular choice for workers at oil platforms, wind farms, and pipelines, but what about engineers based in maintenance workshops or at manufacturing plants? What tools are relevant to their needs? and what are the benefits? Let’s take a look at some tools relevant to the workshop and plant applications. Hydraulic Presses Hydraulic presses are incredibly versatile pieces of equipment – great for punching, forging, blanking ..read more

There are many types of rigging tools used by lifting contractors and rigging companies. Jobs can vary hugely, so having a wide selection of rigging equipment available on standby is a smart move. Keeping a fully stocked inventory means you are in good shape for handling whatever needs arise onsite. Common items used to connect the load to the lifting device include chain slings, polyester webbing slings, and wire rope slings. But what rigging tools are best to use when a chain or wire rope needs cutting to a specific length? Fortunately, there are powered cutters designed to complete tasks l ..read more