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New hammer range reduces vibrations

01 August 2009

BY rethinking the design of vibro-reduced pneumatic hammers, Atlas Copco has developed three unique hammers, containing a number of features such as a new vibro-reduced housing, multiple gripping surfaces and a large D-handle.
The new range comprises the chipping hammer, TEX 05PE, developed for smaller jobs in softer material; and the medium-weight pick hammers TEX 09PE and TEX 12PE, designed for medium to heavy applications in brick, concrete or other hard materials.
“The hammers feature a new vibro-reduced housing, which reduces vibrations throughout the whole hammer body,” explains Jan Ohlson, product line manager, pneumatic hammers and breakers, Atlas Copco.
“There are vibro-reduced handles and other gripping surfaces for the operator to use. Compared to standard pneumatic hammers, the operator experiences less vibration in both hands.”
The products have already won praise from end-users.
“The new TEX 12PE hammer is the best vibro-reduced hammer I have ever tried,” says Colin Purvis, project manager at GAP Group Plant & Tool Hire. “My feeling is that vibrations are significantly lower than the average in the market. It is very smooth to operate – an excellent machine.”
The multiple gripping surfaces give the operator the possibility of choosing an optimum working position. All three hammers have a large D-handle with enough room for a gloved hand. TEX 09PE and TEX 12 PE are also equipped with a flexible front handle that provides excellent support. Another feature on TEX 09PE and TEX 12PE is a new latch. It gives quick tool changes in combination with low weight and easy operation.
The TEX 05PE comes with a standard hexagonal 19 by 50 mm shank, while the TEX 09PE and TEX 12PE come in two different versions, one with the standard hexagonal shank (22 by 82.5 mm) and one with a round shank (25 by 75 mm).
All three machines also contain many well-proven characteristics of classic TEX hammers, such as the two-step trigger, Softstart.
Atlas Copco is a world leading provider of industrial productivity solutions. Its products and services range from compressed air and gas equipment, generators, construction and mining equipment, industrial tools and assembly systems, to related aftermarket and rental.
Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the group’s global reach spans more than 160 markets.
Atlas Copco Construction Tools is a division of the Construction and Mining Technique business area.