Banbury-based
Norbar Torque Tools Ltd has launched a new compact battery-powered torque tool with patented transducer control and ‘intelligent joint sensing’ technology for high accuracy and repeatability. The new
EvoTorque Battery Tool Compact (EBT-C) is ideal for a range of bolting applications across multiple industries, continually measures the joint during tightening and when necessary, employs dynamic braking to avoid torque over-shoot.
A key challenge faced by lithium-powered torque multipliers is overheating during operation, which can result in the operator temporarily suspending work while the tool cools down — ultimately affecting productivity.
The EBT-C is equipped with a patent-pending cooling system that significantly improves the thermal durability of the tool during operation, meaning the operator can continue bolt tightening where other tools would overheat. It is the latest electronic torque tool developed and manufactured by Norbar — bringing together the company’s 80 years’ experience in producing highly accurate and efficient torque tools. The tool has the highly dependable class-leading Norbar gearbox resulting in less downtime and fewer gearbox repairs – again leading to greater dependability and increased productivity. The gearbox is also designed with a ball bearing rotation system that makes it easier for the operator to set up.
Meanwhile, the ergonomically designed handle with integrated display screen makes it easier for the user to comfortably view the display while operating. This display provides clear, real-time feedback of torque data and allows for easy adjustments of tool settings. Operator safety is paramount with a ‘safe to start’ button enabled on the tool as factory default, helping to ensure hands are safely positioned at the start. Each tool is supplied with a robust case designed to allow the tool to be stored with the reaction arm and socket fitted, enabling the end user to grab the tool from its case and apply to the application without the need to attach or remove the reaction arm each time.
Ian Hyland, product manager at Norbar Torque Tools, concluded: “The new EBT-C brings together all of the company’s experience in manufacturing powered tools. This is a new generation of torque tool that inherits all of the Norbar DNA, benefiting the user with the knowledge gained from decades of power tool evolution. It is an exceptionally high-quality product that the end user can depend on for repeated accuracy and safety.”