Torrent TracksideRailway Plant. Railway People.
Torrent Trackside is the leadingsupplier of OLE portable hireequipment. Our national network,skilled expertise and exactingstandards of maintenance means youget the job done quickly and on time.
With our rapid response service, hireequipment can be on-site withinhours.
If your OLE requirements demandvalue, innovation and reliability speakto Torrent Trackside now.
Our hire experts are here to talk toyou.
Keeping your overheadline projects on track
Contents
Page No.
About Torrent Trackside 4
OLE Equipment List
Line Safety Equipment 6
Lifting Equipment 11
Drills and Saws 15
Contact Wire Tools 23
Cable Tools 26
Cutting Tools 37
General OLE Tools 41
HIREpod 46
Further Information
Consumables 50
Guidance Notes for Using Web Slings 54
Web Sling Colour/SWL Charts 56
VP Plc 59
NEW
coverage
expertise
value
innovative
reliable
safety
Solely focused on the rail
industry our professionals
are dedicated to providing
the best portable rail plant
for the job.
An intensive maintenance
programme provides a
99.8% reliability record
maximising your uptime
and boosting productivity.
A fleet of fully equipped
service vehicles with
specialist testing facilities
manned by experienced
engineers provides
unrivalled reliability.
When working with Torrent
Trackside you can be sure of
dealing with a highly
compliant and safety
focused business.
Our rail hire experts are
constantly sourcing new
and innovative equipment
to ensure your projects are
completed on time and to
budget.
A national depot network
means we get the right
equipment to you when
you need it, no matter
where you are.
Why Torrent Trackside?
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Full national coverage
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Torrent Trackside employs over 300
people and our depot network is
continually expanding our current depot
locations are listed below:
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1011
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1 Glasgow
2 Carlisle
3 Durham
4 Bolton
5 Rotherham
6 Lichfield
7 Bristol
8 Tottenham
9 Romford
10 Ruislip
11 Ashford
12 Eastleigh
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Line Safety Equipment
Product page
Earth Pole Set 7
Live Line Tester 8
Earthing Point and Jumpers 9
G Clamp 10
24hr helpline
0845 769 7168 www.torrent.co.uk
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Line Sa
fety Eq
uipment
Earth Pole Set
Robust and extremelyhard wearing, easyassembled, 1.2m rodsprovide a versatilemethod of achievingoptimum distance andinsulation value whenworking in the vicinityof live conductors.Comes complete with acarry bag.
Item code: 55-006
Make: AUS
Model: Multiple 1.2m sections
Weight: 5kg
Essential accessories:
55-058 - Earth Pole Cat U Brass Adaptor
55-059 – Earth Pole P&B Applicator Head
Optional accessories:
Fuse heads, earth applicator heads,tapping heads, universal adapters,LV fuse removers.
Specification
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
Live Line Tester
Used as a voltage detector tocheck the absence of AC voltageon overhead lines. There areseveral other types of live linetesters that all do the same jobnamely Westminster andCarillion types.
The live line test comprises of5 parts as illustrated and comescomplete with a carrying bag.
This item is subject to a 12monthly external recalibration.
Item code: 15-043
Make: Arthur Flury
Model: BO-A
Weight: 2.72kg
Specification
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Line Sa
fety Eq
uipment
Designated EarthingPoint & Jumpers
Used for taking inductionout of the overhead lineequipment duringmaintenance work.DEPs come in either 1.5mor 1.7m and are orange incolour. Jumpers are colouredblue and are available invarying lengths over thestandard 1.5 or 1.7m DEP’s.
These items are subject to a12 monthly externalrecalibration/ insulationcheck.
Item code: many
Make: AUS
Model: Many - see table below
Weight: varies
Specification
DEP's Complete 1.5m or 1.7m
Jumper, 2M blue aluflex (2 x P&B)
Jumper, 2M blue aluflex (2 x Catu)
Jumper, 8M blue aluflex (2 x P&B)
Jumper, 8M blue aluflex (2 x Catu)
Long blue earth, 8M (1 x Catu + 1 x G-Clamp)
Long blue earth, 8M (1 x P&B + 1 x G-Clamp)
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G Clamp
Universal earthing clamp with
T-handle.
Item code: 55-040
Make: Generic
Model: Universal
Weight: 0.68kg
Specification
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Lifting Equipment
Product page
Tirfor 12
Tension Meter 13
Load Link 13
Lever Hoists 14
24hr helpline
0845 769 7168 www.torrent.co.uk
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Tirfor
Ideal for use duringassembly work, especiallyat heights, tensioningoverhead cables. Thismachine is subject to a 6monthly record ofthorough examination.
Item code: see table below
Make: Tirfor
Model: Various (see below)
Power source: manual
Essential accessories: Wire rope, sizedepending on application, see table below:
Consumables: Various shackles and slingsavailable, depending on application seepage xx for more details.
Specification
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Item Model WLL Weight Rope Rope Code Diameter Breaking
Strain
55-042 T508 800kg 6.6kg 8.3mm 4000kg
55-043 T516 1600kg 13.5kg 11.5mm 8000kg
55-044 T532 3200kg 24.0kg 16.3mm 1600kg
55-045 TU8 800kg 8.4kg 8.3mm 4000kg
55-046 TU16 1600kg 20kg 11.5mm 8000kg
55-048 TU32 3200kg 27kg 16.3mm 16000kg
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
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Lifting Eq
uipment
Tension Meter
Load Link
Tension Clocks areused to measure thetension within theOHL wire.
This machine issubject to a12 monthlycalibration.
The Dynafor gives aninstant and constantdigital display of the loadapplied with tear, peakand units measured.
This machine is subjectto a 12 monthlycalibration.
Item code: 55-002
Make: Dillon
Model: AP 5” 4000x25kg
Weight: 5kg
Power Source: Manual
Consumables: Shackles and slingsdepending on application.
Specification
Item code: 55-016
Make: Dynafor
Model: LLP5T
Weight: 2kg
Power Source: Manual
Consumables: Shackles and slingsdepending on application.
Specification
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
Lever Hoists
Lever Hoists are used inall types of rigging workon the overhead lines.There are three mainlifting capacitiesdepending on liftingrequirements.
800kg, 1600kg and3200kg, all have a liftingrange of 1.5m.
This machine is subjectto a 6 monthly record ofthorough examination.
Make: William Hackett
Model: L5
Power source: Manual
Weight: 4.38kg
Specification
Item Capacity Lifting WeightCode Height
07-760 800kg 1.5m 5.5kg
55-027 1600kg 1.5m 9.6kg
55-028 3200kg 1.5m 16.0kg
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Drills and Saws
Product page
Hilti TE6A/ Cordless Drill 16
Rotabroach Electric Mag Drill 17
Hilti Cordless Drill 18
Reciprocating Electric Saw 18
Cordless Reciprocating Saw 19
Cembre Rail Drill 20
24hr helpline
0845 769 7168 www.torrent.co.uk
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Hilti TE6A Cordless Drill
Highly portable cordlessrotary hammer drill.The drill is capable todrilling from 5mm to20mm holes. The drillcomes complete withcharger and LI-IONbattery.
Item code: 10-026
Make: Hilti
Model: TE6A
Weight: 4kg
Power source: 110v
Vibration rating: 9.0m/s²
Noise level: 88-db (a)
Optional accessories:10-037 spare battery
Consumables: Various TE-C drill bits
Specification
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
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Drills a
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Rotabroach ElectricMag Drill
The magnetic drill is intended for useto drill a hole in a ferrous material. Themagnet is used to hold the drill inplace whilst the drill is used. It isdesigned for use in Fabrication,Construction, Railways, Petrochemicaland any other application whendrilling ferrous metal is required.
Item code: 03-032
Make: Rotabroach
Model: Puma
Power source: 110v
Vibration rating: 2.95m/s²
Weight: 11kg
Noise level: 101.3-db (a)
Essential accessories: 25-211 coolant bottle25-210 allen key
Consumables:21-131 5 litres of cutting oilDrill cutters up to 30mm wide by25mm deep
Specification
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
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Hilti TE50-AVR 110v Combi Hammer Drill
Highly compact combihammer. The unit is capableto drilling from 16mm to25mm holes and has ahammering frequency of3180 impacts/minute and acontact force of 110N.
Item code: 10-026
Make: Hilti
Model: TE50-AVR
Weight: 5.8kg
Power source: 110v
Vibration rating: 11.4m/s²
Noise level: 93-db (a)
Optional accessories:10-037 spare battery
Consumables: Various TE-C drill bits
Specification
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
Reciprocating Electric Saw
Designed for cuttingvarious materials such aswood, metal, plastics,fibreglass, hard rubberdepending on the blade.It has a stroke length of28mm.
Item code: 01-012
Make: Bosch
Model: GSA1100E 110v
Power source: 110v
Weight: 3.5kg
Vibration Rating: 18m/s²
Essential accessories: 25-211 coolant bottle25-210 allen key
Consumables:21-131 5 litres of cutting oilDrill cutters up to 30mm wide by25mm deep
Specification
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Drills a
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For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
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Cordless ReciprocatingSaw 18v
Designed for cuttingvarious materials such aswood, metal, plastics,fibreglass, hard rubberdepending on the blade.It has a stroke length of28mm, a charging time of30 minutes.
Item code: 55-049
Make: Bosch
Model: GSA18v
Power source: 18v Lithium Ion Battery
Weight: 3.4kg
Vibration Rating: 20m/s²
Consumables: Cutting blades (blade spec.depends on material being cut).
Specification
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
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Cembre Rail Drill(Bond Hole Use Spec.)Electric and Petrol Variants
For drilling fishplates andbond holes quickly andaccurately.
Item code: 03-005
Make: Cembre
Model: LD-1P
Power source: 2 stroke ratio 25:1
Vibration rating: 2.5m/s²
Weight: 20kg
Noise level: 91.7-db (a)
Fuel tank capacity: 0.8 litre
LUL approved item
Specification Petrol
Drills a
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Item code: 03-006
Make: Cembre
Model: LD-2E
Power source: 110v
Vibration rating: 2.5m/s²Weight: 18kg
Noise level: 93.4-db (a)
LUL approved item
Specification Electric
Essential Accessories25-202 - Transport Box
25-211 - Coolant Bottle
25-210 - 3no Allen Keys
03-040 - Bond Hole Attachment – 113lb
03-041 - Bond Hole Attachment – UIC60
03-042 - APE70 Bond Hole Arbor (for use with the older pin drive system only, 9.5mm kit is for the newerbush drive system and requires different attachments)
Consumables
21-039 - 2 Stroke Premix Fuel (Petrol & Oil 25:1 Ratio)
21-131 - 5 Litres of Cutting Oil
21-414 - 7mm Bond Hole Drill Bit
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
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Contact Wire Tools
Product page
Contact Wire Straightener 24
Contact Wire De-Kinker 24
Contact Wire Twister 25
24hr helpline
0845 769 7168 www.torrent.co.uk
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Contact Wire Straightener
Contact Wire De-Kinker
A mechanical straightening device
for profiling contact wires (100, 120
and 150mm²).
A mechanical straightening device
for de-kinking contact wires.
Specification
Item code: 55-015
Make: Cembre
Model: Cembre MSGW
Power source: Manual
Weight: 6.8kg
Item code: 55-010
Make: CHS
Model: CHS
Power source: Manual
Weight: 4kg
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Contact Wire Twister
Positioning tool for 13mm wire.
Specification
Item code: 55-034
Make: Generic
Model: Generic
Power source: Manual
Weight: 1kg
Contact W
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Cable Tools
Product page
Arthur Flury Dropper Crimper 27
Battery Powered Crimper 28
Manual Crimper Tool 29
Battery Powered/Manual Bond Puller 30
Come Along Clamps 31
Height and Stagger Gauge 32
Bowthorpe Equipment 33
Wejtap Installation Tool 35
Running Out Roller 36
Arthur Flury Installation Jig 36
24hr helpline
0845 769 7168 www.torrent.co.uk
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Pfisterer Dropper Crimper
Hand operated compression
tool. It compresses SHZPH
sleeves. Maximum cable cross
section 35mm² copper / 50mm²
aluminium.
Specification
Item code: 55-050
Make: Pfisterer
Model: PRO2
Power source: Manual
Weight: 1.36kg
Optional accessories: Replacement dies tosuit application above.
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
Cable To
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Cembre Battery Powered Crimping Tool
For crimping cables between
10-400mm². The tool can rotate
its crimping head through 180
degrees for ease of operation.
The unit accepts all semicircular
slotted dies common to most
130kN tools. Comes complete
with charger and battery.
This machine is subject to a 12
monthly calibration.
Specification
Item code: 08-011
Make: Cembre
Model: B1350-CE
Power source: 18v battery
Weight: 6.65kg
Optional accessories: 55-036 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MK25-C Die Set
55-037 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MK32L-C Die Set
55-038 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MUT9971-C Die Set
55-039 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MUT9965-C Die Set
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
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Cembre ManualCrimping Tool
For crimping cables between
10²-400mm². The tool can rotate
its crimping head through 180
degrees for ease of operation.
The unit accepts all semicircular
slotted dies common to most
130kN tools.
This machine is subject to a 12
monthly calibration.
Specification
Item code: 08-088
Make: Cembre
Model: HT131-C
Power source: Manual
Weight: 5.5kg
Essential accessories: 55-036 - Cembre MK25-C Die Set
55-037 - Cembre MK32L-C Die Set
55-038 - Cembre MUT9971-C Die Set
55-039 - Cembre MUT9965-C Die Set
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
Cable To
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Cembre Manual/Battery Powered Bond Puller
For installing rail web electrical
connections. Complete with
spare battery, charger and
shoulder strap (included in the
item code).
A manual Cembre bond puller
which does exactly the same as
the battery powered item is also
available on item code 16-030
part number HTEPE.DET12.
Specification
Item code: 12mm kit 16-04316mm head 16-045
Make: Cembre
Model: BTEPE2-DET12 & BTEPE2-DET16
Weight: 5.04kg
Vibration rating: Less than 2.5m/s²
Weight: 5.04kg
Noise level: 75 db(a)
Come Along Clamps
Small lightweight grip for general use. The
clamp type needed depends on the
conductor wire material type and thickness.
Specification
Make: Generic
Model: Various
Power source: manual
Weight: see model list below
Consumables: Grip cleaning brush set
Item Copper Safe WeightCode Conductor Working
Wire diameter
55-051 4-12mm 1700kg 1.3kg
55-052 6-18mm 3000kg 1.9kg
55-053 10-28mm 3500kg 4.3kg
Item Aluminium Safe WeightCode Conductor Working
Wire diameter
55-054 24.38-25.91mm 3636kg 3.41kg
55-055 25.91-27.43mm 2500kg 3.41kg
55-056 27.43-28.96mm 2500kg 3.41kg
55-057 28.96-30.48mm 2500kg 3.41kg
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For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 50
Cable To
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Height and Stagger Gauge
For taking height and stagger
measurements of the over head line
using a Hilti PD42 measurement laser.
The laser is positioned at eye level and
features a 90º viewing prism, enabling
the operator to see the desired cable
and laser location marker at the same
time, in all weather conditions,
including bright sunshine. The rail head
to cable height reading is displayed on
an LCD display, the value is
compensated for the height offset of
the laser, meaning that no on site
calculation is required.
Cable stagger position is indicated on a
scale on the lateral beam of the gauge.
The horizontal beam folds down flat to
the lateral beam for storage and
transport.
This gauge is subject to a 12 monthly
calibration.
Specification
Item code: 55-001
Make: Abtus
Model: ABT4640
Power source: Manual
Weight: 6kg
Bowthorpe Equipment
Bowthorpe Clamps and Wedges
have been developed to tension
conductor cables in overhead line
systems. Used with slings, shackles
and lifting products such as Lever
Hoists and Tirfor Machines, the
conductor wire can be installed to
the specific required tension.
The Bowthorpe Wedge is an
aluminium clamp used for rigging
of OHL equipment; it is available in
many styles depending on wire
size and what the wire is made of.
The Bowthorpe body is an
aluminium case that wraps around
the wedge and comes in 2 sizes.
The Bowthorpe pulling wire is used
to pull OHL wire, wedges and
bodies cannot be used without the
pulling wire.
This equipment is subject to a 6
monthly record of thorough
examination.
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Specification
Make: Bowthorpe
Model: Bowthorpe
Power source: manual
Weight: See model list below
Essential accessories: Item Code
Bowthorpe pulling wire 55-029
Bowthorpe body 55-017
Bowthorpe wedges see table below
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Bowthorpe Wedges
Type Item Conductor Conductor Working Code Diameter Material Load
A 55-018 9.0 to 10.7mm Copper or Steel 60kN
B 55-021 10.8 to 12.5mm Copper or Steel 60kN
C 55-022 14.4 to 16.1mm Copper or Steel 60kN
D 55-023 16.2 to 18.2mm Aluminium 60kN
E 55-024 20.5 to 22.5mm Aluminium 60kN
F 55-025 18.3 to 20.4mm Copper or Steel 100kN
AS 55-020 9.0 to 10.7mm Aluminium 60kN
AL 55-019 10.8 to 12.5mm Copper or Steel 60kN
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For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 51
Wejtap Installation Tool
The WEJTAP™ TOOL is a one-piece
assembly consisting of a head and
power unit. Two color-coded
interchangeable heads accept all
WEJTAP™ connectors and STIRRUP™.
The design of the tool recognizes the
need for simplicity and speed of
operation as well as outstanding
safety features such as automatic gas
release vented away from the
operator, fast simple breech loading
and fast advance when engaging the
connector assembly. No loose parts to
drop or misplace and a booster
ejection system that provides further
safety to the operator.
Specification
Item code: 55-011
Make: Burndy
Model: Wejtap
Power source: Manual
Weight: 5.9kg
Consumables: Booster Cartridges(Box of 25no)
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For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 51
Cable To
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Running Out Roller
Designed for running
out cable on overhead
lines.
Specification
Item code: 55-060
Make: AUS
Model: ROLL200
SWL: 350kg
Weight: 2.75kg
Arthur Flury Installation Jig
25 kV AC Section insulator with 2insulator rods, revolvable in case of wear.For maximum speeds up to 200 km/h.
Item Code: 55-041
Make: Arthur Flury
Model: HS25
Weight: 17kg
Specification
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 51
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Cutting Tools
Product page
Hydraulic Cutter (Battery Operated) 38
Hydraulic Cutter (manual) 39
Bolt Cutters 40
24hr helpline
0845 769 7168 www.torrent.co.uk
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Hydraulic Cutter (battery)
This battery operated cable cutter is
designed to cut copper, aluminium and
telecommunication cables up to a
maximum of 50mm (B-TC051) pictured
left or 25mm (B-TC026) pictured right.
The head can rotate to enable the
operator to work in the most comfortable
position. Supplied with charger, case,
shoulder strap and spare battery. This unit
is for electrification work only. Not
designed for cutting standard cables or
metal bar.
Specification
Item code: 55-013
Make: Cembre
Model: B-TC051
Power source: 14.4v battery
Weight: 5.4kg
Vibration Rating: less than 2.5m/s²
Item code: 55-012
Make: Cembre
Model: B-TC026
Power source: 14.4v battery
Weight: 4kg
Vibration Rating: less than 2.5m/s²
Consumables: Replacement blades
55-013 55-012
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 51
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Hydraulic Cutter(Manually Operated)
This manually operated cable
cutter has two speeds. It is
designed to cut copper, aluminium
and telecommunication cables up
to a maximum of 50mm. The
head can rotate by 90 degrees to
enable the operator to work in the
most comfortable position.
This unit is for electrification work
only. Not designed for cutting
overhead line cables.
Specification
Item code: 08-052
Make: Cembre
Model: HT-TC051
Power source: Manual
Weight: 4.38kg
Cuttin
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Bolt Cutters 36” and 42”
Manually operated bolt cutter is
used for general manual cutting.
Specification
Item code: 07-106
Make: Generic
Model: 36” or 42”
Power source: Manual
Weight: 3-4kg
General OLE Tools
Product page
100 Tonne Cantilever Press 42
1/2” Drive Small Torque Wrench 43
Double & Triple Wooden Ladders 43
Hand Held Angle Grinders 44
18v Cordless Impact Wrench Kit 45
Anchor tester HAT 28 M 45
24hr helpline
0845 769 7168 www.torrent.co.uk
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100 Tonne Cantilever Press
Working Pressure 7,500 psi (520
bar), 100 tons crimping force, built
in safety relief valve prevents
accidental damage, coupling/hose
protective guard, cycle counter.
Dimensions Ø220mm x 370mm
Specification
Item code: 55-008
Make: CEHS
Model: 100T
Power source: 240v Power Pack
Weight: 40kg press only
Essential Accessories
55-007 - 100 T Press 240v Power PackHP9880
55-033 – 100 T Press Straining Ring
55-009 – 100 T Press Transport Trolley
Optional Accessories
55-030 – 100 Ton Press 26.9mm Tube Die
55-031 – 100 Ton Press 42.4mm Tube Die(HP9882)
55-032 – 100 Ton Press 48.3mm Tube Die(HP9883)
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 51
1/2” Drive Small TorqueWrench
1/2in drive wrench for tightening
up fixings within a range of 20 to
100Nm (15-80lb.ft).
Subject to a 12 monthly calibration.
Specification
Item code: 02-220
Make: Norbar
Model: TT100 1/2” Drive
Power source: Manual
Weight: 0.73kg
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Double and TripleWooden Ladders
Used for general
access.
Specification
Item code:Various
Make: Genereic
Model: 16 rung double / 18 rung triple
General O
LE Tools
Hand Held Angle Grinder
Designed for general cutting and
grinding applications.
Specification
Grinder size: 5” 7” 9”
Item code: 16-011 16-012 16-013
Make: Bosch Bosch Bosch
Model: GWS9-125 GWS9-180 GWS9-230
Power source: 110v 110v 110v
Vibration Rating: 2.5m/s2 5m/s2 5m/s2
Noise Level: 101-db(a) 104-db(a) 104-db(a)
MaximumSpindle Speed: 11000rpm 6000rpm 6000rpm
Weight: 3kg 5kg 5.5kg
Essential Accessories
25-203 - Spanner
Consumables
21-510 - 5” Cutting Disc
21-512 - 5” Grinding Disc
21-522 - 7” Cutting Disc
21-168 - 7” Grinding Disc
21-511 - 9” Cutting Disc
21-513 - 9” Grinding Disc
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 5144
1/2” Drive Small TorqueWrench
Designed for general undoing of
bolts/fixings. Complete with 2
batteries and a charger. Charge
time is approximately 45 minutes;
impact force is 450 ft/lbs.
Specification
Item code: 02-123
Make: Snap On
Model: CTUE7850
Power source: 18v Cordless
Weight: 3.1kg
Vibration Rating: 6.5m/s2
Noise Level: 106.5 db(a)
Optional Accessories
Impact sockets, various sizesavailable (1/2” drive)
For a full list of accessories andconsumables see page 51
General O
LE Tools
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Anchor Tester HAT 28 M
The Hilti HAT 28M (Master) Anchor
Tester Kit is used for testing
pull-out loads of anchors, ringbolts,
insulation anchors, DX pins and
studs, and screws in test labs and
on site.
Specification
Item code: 02-123
Make: Hilti
Model: HAT 28M
Max. test load: +2.5%
Gauge accuracy: 3.1kg
Effective span: 118mm
Noise Level: 106.5 db(a)
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HIREPodNEW
All your projectequipment in onesafe place
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We plan the rightequipment for the job
Delivered and stored inthe secure HIREpod
Built in power source forequipment & recharging
All equipment andconsumables in one place
What is the HIREpod?Planning the right equipment for an OLE
project is a time consuming and
complicated business. Over order and
budget is wasted, under order and the
project can be delayed. Other problems
include transport to site, security of the
equipment on site and planning and
waiting for consumables.
Torrent Trackside now offer a new
dedicated service to eradicate these
problems. Our OLE experts will plan the
correct equipment and consumables to
complete your project and deliver them to
site in our secure Pod.
The Pod is an innovative means of
ensuring all the equipment and
consumables for a project are delivered
on site and are safely stored and
maintained for the project duration.
This saves planning time, waste and helps
ensure the project is completed on time
and to budget.
Why use the HIREpod?Everything you need to complete the
project is delivered to site and stored in
one place. The Pod has it’s own power
source for sensor activated lighting and
dedicated charging points for battery
powered equipment.
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Everything you need to complete the
project is delivered to site and stored in
one place. The Pod has it’s own power
source for sensor activated lighting and
dedicated charging points for battery
powered equipment.
All equipment is stored in bespoke racking
so equipment is easy to find, store and
transport.
The Pod is protected by internal CCTV and
is accessed via keycodes so you can keep
track of who uses the pod and when.
The Pod will also have a complete range
of consumables for the required
equipment to reduce expensive
downtime.
For more information phone our 24hr
helpline on 0845 769 7168 and ask for
the HIREpod.
The HIREpod can be extended with a
bespoke Wellfare Unit which can add the
following services:
l Power
l Water
l Diesel
l Communications
l CCTV
l Security
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More Information
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Consumables 50
Guidance Notes for Web Slings 54
Web Sling Colour/SWL Charts 56
The Vp plc Group 59
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Consumables and Accessories
Earth Pole Set 55-006
Essential accessories: 55-058 - Earth Pole Cat U Brass Adaptor
55-059 – Earth Pole P&B Applicator Head
Optional accessories:
Fuse heads, earth applicator heads, tapping heads, universal adapters,LV fuse removers.
Tirfor 55-042-48
Shackles and slings depending on application:
0.75t D-Shackle Poly endless round sling 1Tonne/0.5 metre EWL
1.5t D-Shackle Poly endless round sling 1Tonne/1 metre EWL
3.25t D-Shackle Poly endless round sling 1Tonne/2 metre EWL
0.75t Bow-Shackle Poly endless round sling 1Tonne/3 metre EWL
1.5t Bow-Shackle Poly endless round sling 2Tonne/ 0.5 metre EWL
3.25t Bow-Shackle Poly endless round sling 2Tonne/1 metre EWL
Poly endless round sling 2Tonne/2 metre EWL
Poly endless round sling 2Tonne/3 metre EWL
Poly endless round sling 3Tonne/1 metre EWL
Poly endless round sling 3Tonne/2 metre EWL
Poly endless round sling 3Tonne/3 metre EWL
Poly endless round sling 3Tonne/6 metre EWL
Tension Meter 55-002
Shackles and slings depending on application.
Load Link 55-016
Shackles and slings depending on application.
Hilti TE6A Cordless Drill 10-026
Optional accessories:10-037 spare battery
Consumables: Various TE-C drill bits
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Rotabroach Electric Mag Drill 03-032
Essential accessories:
25-211 coolant bottle
25-210 allen key
Consumables:
21-131 5 litres of cutting oil
Drill cutters up to 30mm wide by 25mm deep
Hilti TE6A Cordless Drill
Optional accessories:10-037 spare battery
Consumables: Various TE-C drill bits
Reciprocating Electric Saw
Essential accessories:
25-211 coolant bottle
25-210 allen key
Consumables:
21-131 5 litres of cutting oil
Drill cutters up to 30mm wide by 25mm deep
Cordless Reciprocating Electric Saw
Consumables:
Cutting blades (blade spec. depends on material being cut).
Cembre Rail Drill
Essential Accessories:
25-202 - Transport Box
25-211 - Coolant Bottle
25-210 - 3no Allen Keys
03-040 - Bond Hole Attachment – 113lb
03-041 - Bond Hole Attachment – UIC60
03-042 - APE70 Bond Hole Arbor (for use with the older pin drivesystem only, 9.5mm kit is for the newer bush drive system and requires different attachments)
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Cembre Rail Drill (cont.)
Consumables
21-039 - 2 Stroke Premix Fuel (Petrol & Oil 25:1 Ratio)
21-131 - 5 Litres of Cutting Oil
21-414 - 7mm Bond Hole Drill Bit
Arthur Flury Dropper Crimper
Optional accessories:
Replacement dies to suit application above.
Cembre Battery Powered Crimping Tool
Optional accessories:
55-036 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MK25-C Die Set
55-037 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MK32L-C Die Set
55-038 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MUT9971-C Die Set
55-039 - Cembre B135-C Crimper MUT9965-C Die Set
Cembre Manual Crimping Tool
Essential accessories:
55-036 - Cembre MK25-C Die Set
55-037 - Cembre MK32L-C Die Set
55-038 - Cembre MUT9971-C Die Set
55-039 - Cembre MUT9965-C Die Set
Come Along Clamps
Grip cleaning brush set
Hydraulic Cutter (battery)
Consumables: Replacement blades
Bowthorpe Equipment
Essential accessories: Item Code
Bowthorpe pulling wire 55-029
Bowthorpe body standard 55-017
Bowthorpe body large 55-064
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Bowthorpe wedgesType Item Conductor Conductor Working
Code Diameter Material Load
A 55-018 9.0 to 10.7mm Copper or Steel 60kN
B 55-021 10.8 to 12.5mm Copper or Steel 60kN
C 55-022 14.4 to 16.1mm Copper or Steel 60kN
D 55-023 16.2 to 18.2mm Aluminium 60kN
E 55-024 20.5 to 22.5mm Aluminium 60kN
F 55-025 18.3 to 20.4mm Copper or Steel 100kN
AS 55-020 9.0 to 10.7mm Aluminium 60kN
AL 55-019 10.8 to 12.5mm Copper or Steel 60kN
Y 55-026 12.6 to 14.3mm Copper or Steel 60kN
H 55-080 24.5 to 26.9mm Aluminium 100kN
Wejtap Installation Tool
Consumables: Booster Cartridges (Box of 25no)
Running Out Roller
Optional Accessories: 1ton x 0.5m roundsling EWL
100 Tonne Cantilever Press
Essential Accessories
55-007 - 100 T Press 240v Power Pack HP9880
55-033 – 100 T Press Straining Ring
55-009 – 100 T Press Transport Trolley
Optional Accessories
55-030 – 100 Ton Press 26.9mm Tube Die
55-031 – 100 Ton Press 42.4mm Tube Die (HP9882)
55-032 – 100 Ton Press 48.3mm Tube Die (HP9883)
Hand Held Angle Grinder
Essential Accessories: 25-203 - Spanner
Consumables
21-510 - 5” Cutting Disc 21-512 - 5” Grinding Disc
21-522 - 7” Cutting Disc 21-168 - 7” Grinding Disc
21-511 - 9” Cutting Disc 21-513 - 9” Grinding Disc
1/2” Drive Small Torque WrenchOptional Accessories:
Impact sockets, various sizes available (1/2” drive)
Guidance Notes forSlinger/CC’s using Web Slings
Advantages of Fibre Web Slings
l High wear resistance
l High load carrying capacity verses sling weight
l No or minimal electrical conductivity
l Easy to carry and transport
l Colour coded for easy identification
Disdvantages of Fibre Web Slings
l Fibre slings cab especially vumerable to friction and sharp edges (if required a frictionprotection sheath should be used)
Types of Fibre Web Sling
There are various different types of Web Slingsand various capacities. Being able to identifythese types is essential. Each SWL (Safe Work-ing Load) is denoted by coloour. Slings can bemade of materials such as - nylon, polyester,kevlar etc.
Lifting With Web Slings
Fibre slings are suitable for a large number oflifting activities awhere large lifting capacity isrequired, but a low weight of LLT (Loose LiftingTackle). It is deal for delicate equipment, forexample, S&C components that are required tobe installed whist maintaining a high level offactory build integrity. There are severalmethods that can be used to sling componentsusing fibre web slings and it is vital that duringthe sling and subsequent lift, care is taken tomake sure that the risk of damage to the slingand component is mitigated. This could bethrought the use of protective sleeves, notinstalling excessive sling eyes to hooks, usingthe correct couplings (shackles / hooks). NB thislist is not exhaustive.
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Re Rating Slings when Choaked/Clutched orBasket Configuration
As with most lifting tackle, the angles of liftand configuration will affect the capacity of thetackle. As opposed to lift chains/brothers.Slings can, in some cases, increase their capa-bility in various configurations. Slingers MUSTbe aware of this when slinging loads.
Inspection of Slings
ALL slings should be inspected prior to EVERYuse to ensure that their strength and integrityhave not been comprimised. As with all otherlifting equipment they are required by law(LOLER) to be inspected at periodic times.They must also be identified as being tested.With slings this is by way of a fabric tag woveninto the sling (usually near the eye).
Types of damage to be inspected for - cuts,heat/friction wear, fraying etc.
Examples of Web SlingColour/SWL Charts
Capacity Width Colour Working load limit in KgInch mm different angle usage
0.5T 1 25 VIOLET 500 1000 700 400
1T 2 50 GREEN 1000 2000 1400 800
1.5T 3 75 YELLOW 1500 3000 2100 1200
2T 4 100 GREY 2000 4000 2800 1600
2.5T 5 125 RED 2500 5000 3500 2000
3T 6 150 BROWN 3000 6000 4200 2400
4T 8 200 BLUE 4000 8000 5600 3200
5T 10 250 ORANGE 5000 10000 7000 4000
6T 12 300 ORANGE 6000 12000 8400 4800
Lifting modes 100% 200% 140% 80%
Flat Polyester Single Ply
7o-45o
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Capacity Width Colour Working load limit in KgInch mm different angle usage
1T 1 25 VIOLET 1000 2000 1400 800
2T 2 50 GREEN 2000 4000 2800 1600
3T 3 75 YELLOW 3000 6000 4200 2400
4T 4 100 GREY 4000 8000 5600 3200
5T 5 125 RED 5000 10000 7000 4000
6T 6 150 BROWN 6000 12000 8400 4800
8T 8 200 BLUE 8000 16000 11200 6400
10T 10 250 ORANGE 10000 20000 14000 8000
12T 12 300 ORANGE 12000 24000 16800 9600
Lifting modes 100% 200% 140% 80%
Flat Polyester Double Ply
7o-45o
Capacity Width Colour Working load limit in KgInch mm different angle usage
1.5T 1 25 VIOLET 1500 3000 2100 1200
3T 2 50 GREEN 3000 6000 4200 2400
4.5T 3 75 YELLOW 4500 9000 6300 3600
6T 4 100 GREY 6000 12000 8400 4800
7.5T 5 125 RED 7500 15000 10500 6000
9T 6 150 BROWN 9000 18000 12600 7200
12T 8 200 BLUE 12000 24000 16800 9600
15T 10 250 ORANGE 15000 30000 21000 12000
18T 12 300 ORANGE 18000 36000 25200 14400
Lifting modes 100% 200% 140% 80%
Flat Polyester Three Ply
7o-45o
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