POWER WRENCH. Valve operation

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1 Valve operation POWER WRENCH

2 NETHERLOCKS is a premium supplier of industrial valve safety solutions. Our products help creating a safer working environment and are often regarded as an industry standard. Our greatest strength is in providing simple and reliable custom-made solutions. The Power Wrench is an example of a time and cost saving tool for convenient valve operation.

3 Opening and closing manually operated valves can be time-consuming and physically exhaustive. They may require many rotations to fully open or close and a huge amount of force to operate. The tool that saves valuable time The NETHERLOCKS Power Wrench is a must-have tool for opening and closing any type of manual multi-turn valve within minutes. Using the Power Wrench saves valuable time and requires little effort! and prevents operator injuries Operating high torque valves can be exhausting. The Power Wrench is an operator friendly tool that helps avoiding strained backs, sore muscles and user fatigue. The Power Wrench is a safe device, for it can only be operated with both hands. It allows me to do my job faster and more easily which is great because I m not that young anymore. Guus Knepper Dayshift Operator hdpe SABIC POWER WRENCH Valve operation

4 Previously, our valves were being opened and closed manually by our operators. This resulted in injuries such as stiff, sore and strained backs, shoulders and arms. Using the Power Wrench, these injuries are now no longer an issue. John Habets Senior Dayshift Operator hdpe SABIC

5 Convenient and safe > A variable speed control at the back of the handle on the Power Wrench allows smooth and convenient operation at the user s chosen comfort level. > Rotation can be easily changed between clockwise and counter-clockwise. > The integrated safety lever and throttle valve ergonomically enforce 2-hands operation for safe and convenient operation, even at maximum power. > The throttle at the back of the handle allows for a controlled build-up of torque and speed. > The Power Wrench is air driven; it is ATEX certified and can be used in explosion proof areas. > Universal drive plates can be easily mounted to all shapes and sizes of hand wheels. Use it anywhere, anytime The Power Wrench can be used in virtually any industrial environment by connecting it to the air supply throughout process plants. To boost its portability even more, it can also be connected to a portable air compressor for use in remote and urban areas. Many companies in (petro) chemical, oil & gas, water and energy industries have enjoyed using this flexible tool. A cost saving alternative The Power Wrench is also a cost saving alternative for using multiple standalone actuators, as only one single tool is needed for opening a wide range of valves! Main advantages > Saves time > Saves costs > Reduces physical strain > Enables faster changeover POWER WRENCH Valve operation

6 Technical specifications Length (mm) Air need (l/min) Speed without load (rev/min) Safe operating pressure (bar) Recommended pressure (bar) Max Torque (Nm)

7 A universal connection to the valve > The Power Wrench is connected to the valve by a universal Drive Plate that is easy to install. > It is bolted directly onto the valve s hand wheel or gearbox, keeping the valve and its hand wheel completely intact. > Drive Plates fit to valve hand wheels of different diameters and shapes. For tapered hand wheels an extended drive plate is available, while extralarge hand wheels can be fitted with an XL drive plate. Quick operation of multiple valves One Power Wrench can be combined with numerous, pre-installed Drive Plates. This allows the operator to use one single tool for a wide variety of different valves (even with rising spindles), while still allowing manual operation. Extra options > Tool Storage Box. This aluminium storage box safely and conveniently stores the Power Wrench and its hose. It includes an air filter, a pressure regulator and a lubricator. > Filter & Lubricator set. This unit is connected between the air hose and the Power Wrench and consists of an air filter, a pressure regulator and a lubricator. > Various Drive Plate types in different sizes and height to suit any type of hand wheel. For detailed information, please view our Power Wrench instruction movie on netherlocksproducts. POWER WRENCH Valve operation

8 Process interlocking Valve positioning Partial stroke testing Valve operation