Repairs that are performed on your plant’s equipment, valves or pipes are only as good as the bolts that hold them all together. That’s why it makes sense to partner with a company that utilizes the highest-standard bolting techniques and technologies. Furmanite provides complete, high-quality Bolting services – from design to final tightening and measurement, our bolted connections are engineered to be the most accurate mechanically-fastened connections in the industry.

Hydraulic Bolt Torquing

This tightening service provides a simple and safe method for ensuring controlled tightening and loosening of bolts. A wide range of light, compact, safe and easy-to-use hydraulic torque tools are available; and Furmanite’s wrenches are able to accommodate a torque load of 80,000 ft-lbs. (108,465Nm)

Bolt Tensioning

Furmanite’s Bolt Tensioning service is an accurate method of tightening threaded fasteners and subsequently inducing load through advanced hydraulic technology – all without directly turning the nut thereby avoiding frictional losses. Bolt Tensioning insures that gaskets are compressed as required by the manufacturer in order to achieve optimum joint integrity.

Joint Splitting

Joints, heat exchangers and reactors can be difficult to separate after years of operation at high temperatures. Furmanite’s hydro-mechanical rigs are available specifically for this purpose. After removal, reconditioning and replacement, the joint is resealed and hydraulic tensioning and torquing is applied to offer a measured, uniform and engineered assembly.

Count on Furmanite to ensure total joint integrity – from surface preparation to gasket selection and tightening.