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Equalizer International LtdInch Road, NewburghAberdeenshire Scotland, U.K. AB41 6BQT: +44 (0) 1358 789712F: +44 (0) 1358 789225E: [email protected]

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PRACTICALSOLUTIONS.

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

INNOVATIONDriven by our desire to achieve the bestperformance from the very latest technology,the EqualizerTM range consists of award-winning tools designed to go one stepfurther than traditional working methods orcompetitor products.

SAFETYSafety is paramount and every EqualizerTM

tool is designed with safety first. We believethat no job is worth doing if it cannot bedone safely. Our products aim to minimiserisk as they are simple to use with easymaintenance to ensure ongoing reliability.

COST EFFICIENCYIn today’s climate of strict budgetarycontrol, Equalizer International hasdeveloped reliable tools which have beenproven to save costly downtime. The sametools can be used during commissioning,construction, routine maintenance andshutdowns/outages.

SIMPLICITYUsing state-of-the-art technology, EqualizerInternational has produced tools whichsimplify complex and problematic tasks.EqualizerTM flange alignment, flangespreading and precision lifting tools arequick and easy to use. All products aresupported by a straightforward step by stepinstruction manual. Advice and training isavailable from Equalizer International or ourhighly trained worldwide distributors.

FROM DAY ONE, AT EQUALIZER INTERNATIONAL, we have always beenpassionate about finding new, simple, safe solutions to common industrialchallenges. First established in Scotland in 1994, at the heart of the North Sea oiland gas industry, our aim has always been to deliver safe, innovative yet practicaltools to industry. As experienced engineers looking for safer methods of flangealignment, we started life as Future Alignments Ltd. Our name may have changed butour philosophy remains the same – through innovation and dedication comesimplicity, safety and therefore success.

Our commitment to technological leadership has resulted in the EqualizerTM rangewhich is now marketed across the globe. Customers buy from us because of ourreputation for developing tools which quite simply do the job well.

The EqualizerTM range has grown significantly over the years, thanks to ourcontinuing drive to introduce new technology – we are always looking for creative,safer, easier ways. The EqualizerTM range now consists of precise, time-saving modernday tools for aligning and spreading flange joints, as well as unique precision liftingequipment.

We listen carefully to our customers and continually identify opportunities for newproducts. Our tools are used every day throughout the world in a number of differentindustries – from oil to water, mining to petrochemicals, gas to nuclear. As ourcustomers’ businesses change, so do their requirements, and at EqualizerInternational we will continue to develop safe, simple and cost effective solutionsto meet the challenges of industry today – and tomorrow.

Ian McCormick Bob StephenManaging Director Technical DirectorEqualizer International Equalizer International


INNOVATIONFOR INDUSTRY.

Our highly skilled design team has hands-on experience of working withflange alignment, flange spreading and precision lifting tools; weharness this experience to provide the answers to everyday industrialproblems.

We listen carefully to our customers and anticipate market changes todevelop the right tools to do the job better than before. Each one ofour products has been designed in response to very specific needs;either a technical requirement to perform a job previously thoughtimpossible; a request for a job to be done more safely or a call forbetter cost efficiency on a project. Our specialist tools have wonnominations and awards for design and innovation from as far afield asCuba and Canada.

The EqualizerTM range provides tools which are versatile – allowingalmost every type of flange joint to be aligned or separated, and heavyequipment to be safely lifted. Innovation – safe and simple.

CREATIVE THINKING IS ALLPART OF THE SERVICE ATEQUALIZER INTERNATIONAL.

The EqualizerTM range is used throughout the world from Moscow to Mexico.

Currently available in twenty-seven countries, our distributor network isconstantly growing, delivering the EqualizerTM range to customers in majorindustries worldwide including oil and gas, petrochemical, nuclear, water,renewable energy and even mining.

Our flange alignment, flange spreading and precision lifting tools aremarketed worldwide through a network of national and regional distributors.They are all qualified and individually trained to provide detailed technicalsupport and back-up on spares.

1. ALIGNMENTTOOLS

Hand Alignment Tool

3T(M) Mechanical Tool

5T(E) Hydraulic Tool

THE EQUALIZERTM RANGE OF PRECISE, LABOUR-SAVINGALIGNMENT TOOLS WILL ELIMINATE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITHTRADITIONAL FLANGE ALIGNMENT PRACTICES. SIMPLE, SAFE,MODERN SOLUTIONS FOR LINEAR OR ROTATIONALMISALIGNMENT OF FIXED FLANGES.

ARGENTINABuenos Aires

AUSTRALIAPerth

AUSTRIAVienna

BELGIUMAntwerp

CANADAEdmonton

COLOMBIABogotá

DENMARKAalborgBogense

ENGLANDNewcastle Upon Tyne

EGYPTCairo

FINLANDHelsinki

FRANCEBordeauxLe HavreLyonMarseille

GERMANYCologneFrankfurtHamburgLeipzigMunich

HOLLANDBestRotterdam

INDIAMumbai

ITALYVenice

LITHUANIAKlaipedaVilnius

MALAYSIAKuala Lumpur

MEXICOCoatzacoalcos

NIGERIAEketPort HarcourtWarri

NORWAYStavanger

PAKISTANLahore

PEOPLE’S REPUBLICOF CHINA

BeijingGuangzhouShanghai

RUSSIAIrkutskMoscow

SINGAPORE

SPAINBarcelonaBilbaoCadizCartagenaMadrid

SWEDENFalkenberg

U.S.A.HoustonPittsburgh

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FUNCTIONAL

The EqualizerTM Hand Alignment Toolcan be used during:

• commissioning

• construction

• routine maintenance

• shutdowns/outages

• testing

• valve change-outs

SPECIAL FEATURES

• use on virtually all horizontal andvertical flanges including ANSI, API, BS, DIN & SPO

• operates on most pipe configurations

• aligning force = 65 kg (143 lbs)

• suitable for offshore and onshoreapplications

• robust

• portable – only 2.0 kg (41/2 lbs)

OPERATING BENEFITS

• saves time

• saves cost

• safer operation than traditional methods

• precise operation

• lightweight – ideal for remote locations

Comprehensive data sheet available

A SIMPLE SOLUTION TO SMALL, LOW PRESSURE

FLANGE MISALIGNMENT. THE EQUALIZERTM HAND

ALIGNMENT TOOL IS THE PERFECT SOLUTION FOR

MISALIGNED FIXED FLANGES, ELIMINATING THE

RISK OF SLIPPAGE.

The HandAlignment Tool

THE TOOL1 x hand alignment tool

3 x adaptor bushes

1 x instruction manual

Gross weight 2.0 kg (41/2 lbs)

ALIGNING FORCE = 65 kg (143 lbs)

FUNCTIONAL

The 3T(M) can be used during

• commissioning

• construction



• testing


SPECIAL FEATURES

• rectifies linear or rotational misalignment


• for use on virtually all horizontal andvertical flanges including ANSI, API,BS, DIN & SPO

• aligning force = 3.1 T


• robust

• portable

OPERATING BENEFITS

• saves time

• saves cost

• labour saving – allows for continuity ofwork

• safe operation

• lightweight – ideal for remote locations

• dispenses with need for cranes, tirfors,hooks


DEVELOPED AS THE SAFE, SIMPLE AND COST-

EFFECTIVE SOLUTION TO FIXED FLANGE

MISALIGNMENT, THE MECHANICAL FLANGE

ALIGNMENT TOOL ENHANCES PRODUCTIVITY BY

DISPENSING WITH THE NEED FOR COSTLY CRANES,

TIRFORS, SLINGS AND HOOKS.

DESIGNED FOR MID RANGE FLANGES, THE

MECHANICAL FLANGE ALIGNMENT TOOL OFFERS A

SIMPLE, PRECISE SOLUTION TO LINEAR OR

ROTATIONAL MISALIGNMENT.

The 3T(M)MECHANICAL FIXED FLANGEAND ROTATIONALALIGNMENT TOOL

THE KIT

1 x 3T(M) mechanical alignment tool

1 x 22 mm socket

1 x 50 ft/lbs torque wrench


1 x robust carry-case with protective foam inserts

Gross weight including case 13.5 kg (30 lbs)


ALIGNING FORCE = 3.1 T


FUNCTIONAL

The 5T(E) can be used during

• commissioning

• construction



• testing


SPECIAL FEATURES

• rectifies linear or rotational misalignment

• designed for large diameter high-pressureflanges


• use on horizontal and vertical flangesincluding ANSI, API, BS, DIN & SPO

• aligning force = 5 T


• precise operation

• robust

• portable

OPERATING BENEFITS

• saves time

• saves cost

• labour saving – allows for continuity ofwork

• safe operation

• ideal for remote locations or confinedareas

• dispenses with need for cranes, tirfors,hooks, come-alongs


DESIGNED FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FLANGES, THE

HYDRAULIC FLANGE ALIGNMENT TOOL OFFERS

A SIMPLE, PRECISE SOLUTION TO LINEAR OR

ROTATIONAL MISALIGNMENT ON LARGE

DIAMETER FLANGES.

The 5T(E)HYDRAULIC FIXED FLANGEAND ROTATIONALALIGNMENT TOOL

THE KIT1 x 5T(E) hydraulic alignment tool1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic cylinder1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic hose1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) two-stage hydraulic pump1 x instruction manual1 x robust carry-case with protective insertsGross weight including case 27.5 kg (60 lbs)

ALIGNING FORCE = 5 T

SPREADINGTOOLS

8T(M) Mechanical FlangeSpreader

10T(E) Hydraulic FlangeSpreader

10T(I) Integral HydraulicFlange Spreader

Zero-Gap II Hydraulic andMechanical Flange Spreaders

THE RIGHTTOOL FORTHE JOB.

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THE EQUALIZERTM MECHANICAL AND HYDRAULIC FLANGESPREADING WEDGES ARE ARGUABLY THE SAFEST AVAILABLE –COMBINING A REVOLUTIONARY INTERLOCKING FIRST STEPMECHANISM AND DEEP STEP DESIGN FOR SECURE AND SIMPLEFLANGE SEPARATION.

EQUALIZER INTERNATIONAL’S NEW ZERO-GAP II FLANGESPREADERS USE OUR UNIQUE PATENTED EXPANDING COLLETTECHNOLOGY FOR SAFE SEPARATION OF FLANGE JOINTS.

WEDGES

ZERO-GAP II

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FUNCTIONAL

The 8T(M) can be used during

• commissioning

• construction



• testing


SPECIAL FEATURES

• unique interlocking firststep

• deep 15 mm secure hold onfirst step

• requires access gap of only6 mm

• robust lightweight tool

• spreading force of 8 Tfrom 150 ft/lbs of torque

• automatic mechanicalretraction

OPERATING BENEFITS

• secure hold on each step

• quick and easy operation

• saves time

• saves cost

• safe operation

• portable

A SIMPLE, COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTION TO FLANGE

SPREADING, THE MECHANICAL FLANGE SPREADER

ONLY REQUIRES AN ACCESS GAP OF 6 MM AND CAN

EXERT A SPREADING FORCE OF 8 TONS.

The 8T(M)MECHANICALFLANGE SPREADER

THE KIT1 x 8T(M) wedgehead withswivel handle

1 x safety block

1 x ratchet spanner


Gross weight 7 kg (151/2 lbs)


STEPPED BLOCKS

2 x stepped blocks

2 x M6 x 10 mm countersunkscrews

1 x 4mm hex key


Comprehensive data sheetavailable

SPREADING FORCE = 8 T

Lesser penetration, greater spread

Sold as a separate item in pairs

FUNCTIONAL

The 10T(E) can be used during

• commissioning

• construction



• testing


SPECIAL FEATURES




• robust lightweight tool

• spreading force of 14.5 Tfrom 10,000 psi (700 bar)of hydraulic pressure


OPERATING BENEFITS


• quick and easy operation

• saves time

• saves cost

• safe operation

• portable

The 10T(E)HYDRAULICFLANGE SPREADER


MINI KIT

1 x 10T(E) wedgehead

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic cylinder

1 x safety block


Gross weight 8 kg (191/2 lbs)

STANDARD KIT

1 x 10T(E) wedgehead

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic hose

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic cylinder

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) two-stage handpump

1 x safety block


1 x robust carry-case with protective foaminserts

Gross weight including case 16.5 kg(361/2 lbs)

MAXI KIT

2 x 10T(E) wedgeheads

2 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic hoses

2 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic cylinders

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) two-stage handpump

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) twin valve manifold

2 x safety blocks


1 x robust carry-case with protective foaminserts

Gross weight including case 27 kg(591/2 lbs)

THIS PORTABLE, ROBUST, LIGHTWEIGHT TOOL

GENERATES A SMOOTH SPREADING FORCE OF

14.5 TONS FROM 10,000 PSI (700 BAR) OF

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TO SAFELY SPREAD

FLANGE JOINTS.

THE EQUALIZERTM UNIQUE INTERLOCKING

FIRST STEP ENHANCES SAFETY GIVING

SECURE HOLDING FROM A SMALL 6 MM

ACCESS GAP.

STEPPED BLOCKS

2 x stepped blocks


1 x 4mm hex key





SPREADINGFORCE = 14.5 T

FUNCTIONAL

The 10T(I) can be used during

• commissioning

• construction



• testing


• topside or subsea work

SPECIAL FEATURES

• compact built-in pump




• robust, lightweight toolwith carry strap

• 10,000 psi (700 bar)generates spreading forceof 14.5 T


• carry-strap

OPERATING BENEFITS


• quick and easy to use

• saves time

• saves cost

• safe operation

• portable

WITH AN INTEGRAL BUILT-IN PUMP AND

CYLINDER, THE COMPACT 10T(I) IS PORTABLE -

IDEAL FOR USE IN CONFINED SPACES OR WHEN

WORKING AT HEIGHT. USING THE UNIQUE

EQUALIZERTM INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP, THIS

WEDGE INCORPORATES THE POWER OF HYDRAULICS

IN A SELF-CONTAINED, RELIABLE FLANGE

SPREADER FOR USE TOPSIDE OR SUBSEA.

The 10T(I)INTEGRAL HYDRAULICFLANGE SPREADER

THE KIT1 x 10T(I) wedgehead 1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) integralhydraulic pump/cylinder1 x safety block1 x carry-strap1 x instruction manual1 x robust carry-case with protective foam insertsGross weight including case 13kg (29 lbs)


STEPPED BLOCKS

2 x stepped blocks


1 x 4mm hex key





SPREADING FORCE = 14.5 T


THIS GROUND-BREAKING TOOL USES UNIQUE

PATENTED EXPANDING COLLET TECHNOLOGY TO

DELIVER A MEASURABLE, CONTROLLED FORCE

WHICH WILL SEPARATE FLANGES WITH LITTLE OR

NO ACCESS GAP.

VIRTUALLY UNIVERSAL, THE ZERO-GAP II RANGEWILL COVER ANSI, DIN, SPO, ASME, API AND BSFLANGES.

Zero-Gap IIA REVOLUTION INFLANGE SPREADING

FUNCTIONAL

The Zero-Gap II can be used during

• commissioning

• construction



• testing


• subsea work

SPECIAL FEATURES

• unique expanding collet technology

• little or no access gap required

• secure bolt-hole locking mechanism

• spreading force up to 30 T

OPERATING BENEFITS

• unique technology makes the Zero-Gap IIarguably the safest flange spreader in theworld today

• virtually universal, the Zero-Gap IIrange will cover ANSI, DIN, SPO, ASME,API and BS flanges

• time-saving, simple operation

• measurable, controlled spreading force

• portable


SPREADING FORCE UP TO 30 T

YEARS OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT HAVE

PRODUCED ONE OF THE SAFEST, MOST INNOVATIVE

FLANGE SPREADING TOOLS IN THE WORLD TODAY –

THE EQUALIZERTM ZERO-GAP II.

Zero-Gap IIHYDRAULICFLANGE SPREADERS

WILL BE AVAILABLE IN HYDRAULICAND MECHANICAL VERSIONS


Zero-Gap IIMECHANICALFLANGE SPREADERS

THE KIT2 x Zero-Gap II flange spreaders

12 x collets

1 x torque wrench

2 x safety blocks


1 x robust carry-case with protectivefoam inserts

FUNCTIONAL

The Zero-Gap II can be usedduring

• commissioning

• construction



• testing


• subsea work

SPECIAL FEATURES

• unique expanding collettechnology

• little or no access gaprequired

• secure bolt-hole lockingmechanism

• spreading force up to 11 T

OPERATING BENEFITS

• unique technology makesthe Zero-Gap II arguablythe safest flange spreaderin the world today

• time-saving, simpleoperation

• measurable, controlledspreading force

• virtually universal, theZero-Gap II range willcover ANSI, DIN, SPO,ASME, API and BS flanges

• portable Comprehensive data sheetavailable

SPREADING FORCE UP TO 11 T

EXPANDING COLLET TECHNOLOGY

QUALITYBYDESIGN.

LIFTINGTOOL

The 16T(E)II Hydraulic VerticalLifting Wedge

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DESIGNED TO LIFT OR LOWER OBJECTS IN A STRAIGHTVERTICAL MOTION, THE 16T(E)II WILL GIVE A SAFE, SECUREHOLD WHEN LIFTING HEAVY PIECES OF EQUIPMENT. USINGTHE EQUALIZERTM INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP TECHNOLOGY,THIS TOOL WILL LIFT AN OBJECT IN A SMOOTH, STABLEMOVEMENT FROM AN ACCESS GAP OF ONLY 9.5 MM.

INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP

The 16T(E)IIHYDRAULIC VERTICALLIFTING WEDGE

STRAIGHT VERTICAL LIFT


FUNCTIONAL

The 16T(E)II can be used for

• lifting heavy machinery

• machine installation

• plant maintenance

• machinery alignment

• can be used in conjunctionwith skates

THE SAFE, SIMPLE AND COST-EFFECTIVE

SOLUTION TO LIFTING HEAVY EQUIPMENT

WITH MINIMUM FLOOR CLEARANCE.

USING 2 X 16T(E)II LIFTING WEDGES WILL

ALLOW A LIFT OF 32 T.

MINI KIT

1 x 16T(E)II wedgehead

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)hydraulic cylinder

1 x safety block

1 x stepped block

1 x hex key

1 x M6 x 12 mm buttonhead screw


Gross weight 9.5 kg (21 lbs)

STANDARD KIT

1 x 16T(E)II wedgehead

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)hydraulic hose

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)hydraulic cylinder

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)two stage hand pump

1 x safety block

1 x stepped block

1 x hex key

1 x M6 x 12 mm buttonhead screw


1 x robust carry casewith protective foaminserts

Gross weight includingcase 18.5 kg (41 lbs)

SPECIAL FEATURES

• straight vertical lift

• operates with an access gap of only9.5 mm

• each step offers 19 mm of verticallift

• single acting ram

• lifting force = 16 T

• automatic mechanical retraction

• interlocking first step

OPERATING BENEFITS

• stable lift motion

• robust and precise tool


• safe operation

• saves time

• saves cost


LIFTING FORCE = 16 T

COST-EFFECTIVE,SAFE ANDRELIABLE.

Equalizer International LtdInch Road, NewburghAberdeenshire Scotland, U.K. AB41 6BQT: +44 (0) 1358 789712F: +44 (0) 1358 789225E: [email protected]

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