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Hilti Breaker The Hilti Cordless Breaker is a powerful and lightweight battery-powered tool for use on concrete, tarmac and other demolition work. The breaker tool weighs 21.4kg, just under 10kg lighter than current breakers used, and is much slimmer than comparable battery-powered breakers. The breaker is ideal for medium-scale and controlled demolition jobs where handling, tool control and mobility are most important for productivity. The breaker has been assessed and approved to be used in scenarios where it may be hard to gain access — cordless improves accessibility issues — and where it has been confirmed that it is a non-gaseous atmosphere. The Hilti Breaker offers a significant reduction in hand arm vibrations (HAVS) for users when compared to incumbent instruments. For breaking up concrete and other demolition work the Hilti Breaker will not replace pneumatic breakers as a standard issue item, however, will provide a different solution in situations where is it difficult to and onboard van power cannot be used. Total body weight 17.4kg + 3.68kg with batteries. The tool is equipped with an Active Vibration Reduction (AVR) system which reduces vibration noticeably.
Smart Methane Detector The Smart Methane Detector is a self-monitoring methane detection device designed to be used in situations of failing but gas tight pipework and other areas that are at risk of leakage. The Smart Methane Detector is a revolutionary safety device that offers the ability to provide more frequent leakage checks in and around customer properties or specific sites minimising the need of physical checks. The Smart Methane Detector provides capabilities to monitor gas assets 24/7, providing assurance that the asset is in safe condition. One of the most notable outcomes of the Smart Methane Detector is the commitment to customer safety. With this device, GDNs are now able to monitor failing pipework, which is planned for replacement, much more frequently whilst also reducing disruption to customers. Traditional methods meant that customers would experience an engineer coming to their home or property once a week or month to check pipework which has the potential to cause distress and customer dissatisfaction.
Hornet ® Rockdrill To help keep our engineers safe and well, we have recognised the importance of reducing their exposure to Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). HAVS can be created through the use of powered tools and equipment. The Hornet® Rockdrill uses a proprietary drill stand and drive mechanism that has been designed to accept a standard pneumatic rock drill. The system is designed to be self-supporting when in operation and minimise contact with the drill during the rockdrill operation. This significantly reduces the vibration operatives are exposed to during the leakage survey activity. Compatibility of the product is particularly good because it is powered similarly to the existing rockdrill — it works on existing pneumatic source air meaning no additional power source requirements.
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