Flange Spreaders and Alignment Tools

Flange Spreader Wedges

Mechanical Flange Spreader Item # SW9TM
Gross kit weight 3.5 lbs (1.5 kg)

A simple, cost-effective solution to flange spreading, the mechanical flange spreader requires an access gap of only 6 mm and can exert a spreading force of 9 tons (90 kN).

The SW9TM can be used during:

  • Commissioning.
  • Routine maintenance.
  • Testing.
  • Construction.
  • Shutdowns/outages.
  • Valve changeouts.

Integral Hydraulic Flange Spreader Item # SW14.5TI
Gross kit weight 28.60 lbs (13.0 kg)

With an integral built-in pump and cylinder, the compact SW14.5TI is portable—ideal for use in confined spaces or when working at height. Using the unique Equalizer™ interlocking first step, this wedge incorporates the power of hydraulics in a self-contained, reliable flange spreader for use topside or subsea.

The SW14.5TI can be used during:

  • Commissioning.
  • Routine maintenance.
  • Testing.
  • Construction.
  • Shutdowns/outages.
  • Valve changeouts.

Hydraulic Flange Spreader Item # SW15TE
Spreading force = 15.5 T (155 kN)

This portable, robust, lightweight tool generates a smooth spreading force of 15.5 tons (155 kN) from 10,000 psi (700 bar) of hydraulic pressure to safely spread flange joints. The Equalizer™ unique interlocking first step enhances safety, giving secure holding from a small 6 mm access gap.

The mini kit includes:

  • SW15TE wedgehead.
  • 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic cylinder.
  • Safety block
  • Instruction manual.
  • Cardboard packaging.
  • Gross kit weight 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg).

The standard kit includes:

  • SW15TE wedgehead.
  • 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic hose, 78.75" (2 m).
  • 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic cylinder.
  • 10,000 psi (700 bar) HP350S sealed hand pump with gauge.
  • Safety block.
  • Instruction manual.
  • Robust carrying case with protective foam inserts.
  • Gross kit weight 37.61 lbs (17 kg).

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Flange Alignment & Lifting

Bolttech Mannings' family of flange alignment tools can be used during commissioning, construction, routine maintenance, shutdowns and outages, testing and valve changeouts.


Hand Alignment Tool Item # HT125KM
Tool weight 4.4 lbs (2.0 kg)

A simple solution to small, low-pressure flange misalignment.

Hydraulic Fixed Flange Item # FA6TE & Rotational Alignment Tool
Gross kit weight 61.1 lbs (28 kg)

Designed for high-pressure flanges. Offers a simple, precise solution to linear or rotational misalignment on large-diameter flanges.

Mechanical Fixed Flange & Rotational Alignment Tool Item # FA3TM
Gross kit weight 29.70 lbs (13.5 kg)

Developed as the safe, simple and cost-effective solution to fixed flange misalignment. Enhances productivity by dispensing with the need for costly cranes, troffers, slings and hooks. Designed for midrange flanges.

Hydraulic Vertical Lifting Wedge Straight Vertical Lift Item # VLW18TE

Designed to lift or lower objects in a straight vertical motion, the VLW18TE will give a safe, secure hold when lifting heavy pieces of equipment. Using the Equalizer™ interlocking first step technology, this tool will lift an object in a smooth, stable movement from an access gap of only 9.5 mm.

The safe, simple and cost-effective solution to lifting heavy equipment with minimum floor clearance.

Using 2 x VLW18TE lifting wedges will allow a lift of 36 T.


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