Wind farm on Lista

Wind farm on Lista

kNm Hydraulikk won the contract with Veidekke and Fred Olsen Renewables AS for the development of wind power at Lista. The delivery consists of specially designed tensioning tools, approved training for Veidekke personnel, ultrasonic measurements and documentation of the prestressing force...

Why rent torque tools?

Why rent torque tools?

Torque tools can be expensive to own. Therefore, KNM Hydraulics offers equipment rental as needed. Renting equipment can give customers an idea of ​​how a tool actually works or how a tool can complete a particular job without investing large amounts of money. Budget...

Why rent torque tools?

Why rent torque tools?

Torque tools can be expensive to own. That's why KNm Hydraulics offers equipment rentals as needed. Renting equipment can give customers an idea of how a tool actually works or how a tool can complete a specific job without investing large amounts. Budget and...

Bolt preload – Why is it so important?

Bolt preload – Why is it so important?

On August 20, 2011, the US military investigated the crash of a Global Hawk RQ-4 Air Force Drone outside Kandahar, Afghanistan. The report concluded that the cause of the crash was a mis-tightened bolt. This cost them a total of 74 million USD. On August 20, 2011, the...

Bolt preload – Why is it so important?

Bolt preload – Why is it so important?

On August 20, 2011, the US military investigated the crash of a Global Hawk RQ-4 Air Force Drone outside Kandahar, Afghanistan. The report concluded that the cause of the crash was a mis-tightened bolt. This cost them a total of 74 million USD. On August 20, 2011...

Hydraulic jacks – top 10

Hydraulic jacks – top 10

When looking for a hydraulic cylinder, there are hundreds of different ones to choose from. That's why Enerpac has put together a list of 10 different cylinders that are top sellers in the system globally. Tonnage, stroke length and build height – is it single-acting...

Hydraulic jacks – top 10

Hydraulic jacks – top 10

When looking for a hydraulic cylinder, there are hundreds of different ones to choose from. That's why Enerpac has put together a list of 10 different cylinders that are top sellers in the system globally. Tonnage, stroke and height - is it...

Bolt Pulling – Why is sequence so important?

Bolt Pulling – Why is sequence so important?

There are several different elements that determine whether a new flange connection will be both secure and leak-free. One of the most important elements in ensuring this is the bolt tightening sequence. For a new bolt driver, this may seem very easy to figure out....

Bolt Pulling – Why is sequence so important?

Bolt pulling – Why is sequence so important?

There are several different elements that determine whether a new flange connection will be both secure and leak-free. One of the most important elements in ensuring this is the sequence of bolt tightening. For a new bolt puller, this may seem very easy to figure out. What...

Pneumatic or Hydraulic? What should you choose?

Pneumatic or Hydraulic? What should you choose?

Which tool is «best»? The simple and short answer is, it depends on where you intend to use the tool. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the key areas and compare both types. Experienced bolt pullers are aware of the difference, the advantages, and...

Pneumatic or Hydraulic? What should you choose?

Pneumatic or Hydraulic? What should you choose?

Which tool is «best»? The simple and short answer is, it depends on where you intend to use the tool. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the key areas and compare both types. Experienced bolt pullers are aware of the difference, the advantages, and...

When should you replace hydraulic oil?

When should you replace hydraulic oil?

With repeated use and over time, the hydraulic oil in tools will break down and become less effective. This is a normal process and occurs for a number of different reasons. Desto høyere trykk i et hydraulisk system, desto mer vil oljen komprimeres og brytes ned. Den...