Bolting

solutions
alkitronic® - Wind energy partners

YOU HAVE THE APPLICATIONS.

WE HAVE THE SOLUTIONS.
Wind turbines need to withstand high environmental impact. Many tons of weight must be held
at lofty heights with absolute reliability. Especially under extreme forces or weather conditions,
highly precise, wind-proof bolting techniques are crucial for success. The alkitronic® product
range is characterised by complete system solutions for bolted connections in wind turbines.
Selected bolting processes on wind turbines

THE DRIVING FORCE FOR WIND ENERGY

We know your applications and your bolting processes best. alkitronic® offers you a range of
services that leaves nothing else to be desired, from advice, over a wide range of products to the
assembly documentation system. Whether on land or in the offshore sector.

ü Fast electric torque multipliers, for example for turbo-assembly applications

ü Compact hydraulic torque wrench, e.g. for azimuth gears
ü Efficient manual devices, e.g. for easy maintenance work
ü Devices for the torque-rotation angle process, which are ideal for the
assembly of rotor blades, for example
Advantages in all areas

WORK AS FAST AS THE WIND WITH US

In production, assembly or maintenance: In order to achieve the perfect result when bolting
wind turbines, you should always use the most suitable bolting method. Thanks to the universal
alkitronic® product range, you do not need to make any compromises, be it in terms of speed,
precision or efficiency or productivity. In addition to our system consulting service we have
electrical, battery-powered, hydraulic wrenches or manual torque multipliers in our program –
so you are ideally prepared for any task and not bound to a specific technology!
The unique alkitronic® quality - Made in Germany - guarantees you additional performance.

Advantages for the production Advantages for the assembly

• High work speeds • Electrical torque multiplier with construc-

• Safe deactivation with high repeat
accuracy ±2%
• No downtimes caused by overload
• High cycle frequency of the bolting
processes
• Shatterproof durable gearbox for long
service lives
• Documented quality due to the
Mounting-Documentation-System
tion site, suitable aluminum cast housing
• Operation at almost any voltage possible,
even on mobile units
• Degree of protection IP54 - the big advan-
tage in snow, rain, fog, dust and sand
• No power loss at higher operating tem-
peratures
• Robust hydraulic torque wrenches,
designed for cramped and difficult to
access bolting processes
Advantages for the maintenance

• 100% emergency power-suitable (!) with-

out performance losses
• Presetting option for torques, even when
bolting with torque/angle method
• Menu-guided via large OLED display
• Can act as a test torque multiplier,
because no over-turning possible
• High level of operating comfort due to
simple single-finger rocker button
operation
Our complete product range for wind energy
Electric torque multiplier
Hydraulic torque wrench
Hydraulic pumps
WE TAKE YOUR APPLICATION
You have your application – we have the consulting
knowledge. Together with you, we will find the right
solution for your needs. With the alkitronic® bolting
systems we work together on a high technical level:
For the bolted connections and the wind turbine, all
the way to calibration and documentation. We are
very familiar with your type of system and its applica-
tions. Depending on the requirements, we will put the
right tool package together for you.
Our high level of service always results in a long-term
system partnership. Give us a try, send us your enquiry.
 Manual torque multiplier

TO THE NEXT LEVEL

• Competence team & Project management
for your application
• Field service, Sales, Technical Support
with technical consulting
• Technical implementation of special supports
• Fast implementation of special solutions,
e.g. reaction recordings
• After Sales support, increase of the
Lifecycle Value
• Employee training on location, e.g. repair Mounting-Documentation-
of hydraulic units System (MDS)

Service / Training
Electrical torque multipliers

Electrical torque multipliers with all-weather qualities

Electrical alkitronic® shut-off torque multipliers,

ideal for extreme operating conditions in wind energy.

In the case of a large number of bolting processes, high

speeds require a rapid working pace with high precision.
Particularly in turbo-assembly applications, the devices
show what they are made of. Unlike hydraulic wrenches, this
eliminates the ratcheting "backward movement", which re-
sults in enormous savings in work time. Other advantages
of continuous turning are higher precision due to the pre-
cise achievement of torque, more reliable technology and
low running costs. This is why the alkitronic® torque mul-
tipliers keep performing reliably, even in spite of wind,
weather and other environmental influences. Almost all
models are available with protection class IP54 (protection
against moisture and dust) and can therefore also be used in
the rain and in the offshore area. From 100 Nm to 42,500 Nm,
there is no faster and more precise bolting technology.

Your advantages:

• Intelligent motor control guarantees precise achievement of the torque and high assembly speed
• Repeat disengaging torque accuracy ± 2%
• Higher service life due to low-wear and brushless motor
• The IP54 models are protected against dust and rain
• The devices can be used in all international power grids (100 to 253 V / 45 to 66 Hz) with
constant torque accuracy
• Modular software solutions for custom applications (e.g. torque/angle bollting method)
• Bluetooth interface for communication and documentation of bolting processes
(with alkitronic® App)
 EFCip EF / EFplus E (Type PG)

From 75 to 6,500 Nm, ip = Protection class IP54 From 400 to 42,500 Nm, optionally with LC Display From 370 to 10,000 Nm, 2-gear torque multiplier

EA ECWip EFW

Battery-driven torque multiplier from 90 to 4,000 Nm EFCip in an angled version with OLED display EF with an angled gear and analog control

Almost all torque multipliers are also available in an angular version. The low height is specially
designed for confined spaces. The alkitronic® EA is a battery-powered torque multiplier with high
mobility, always ready to use and independent of external drive energy. The alkitronic® EF torque
multiplier is also available with integrated LC display and torque/rotation angle method. The
alkitronic® E is a robust, indestructible 2-speed torque multiplier.

Torque/angle bolting method: Highly precise and indispensable

This method is used in applications that need a higher bolting quality and require minimal friction:
For example, when assembling or servicing rotor blade connections on the hub. Investigations
showed that over 80% of the tightening torque is necessary to overcome the friction under the
head and in the thread. In the torque/angle bolting method the friction coefficient in the thread
and the bolt support no longer has an influence on the assembly preload force to be achieved.
If you want to exclude disturbances, you can rest assured with the models EFCip/ECWip. As a
quality supplier, alkitronic® is always the right partner for other bolting methods.
Hydraulic torque wrenches
If the application determines the bolting method
In special industrial applications or due to technical requirements, hydraulic wrenches are often
the only possible alternative to handle bolted connections. For example, in very cramped, hard to
access bolting processes. Here, large tightening torques can be applied even in a small space.
As a rule of thumb, the following is applicable to alkitronic® hydraulic torque wrenches: A torque
of about 1,000 Nm can be applied to the bolted connection per kg of torque wrench weight
(operating pressure 700 bar). However, a hydraulic torque wrench works relatively slowly, but
very precisely with ± 3 % accuracy. For a faster, reliable operation, we recommend our alkitronic®
VELOX and NOVA hydraulic pumps.

Runs everywhere. Safely. One for all.

alkitronic® AX and AT Hydraulic torque wrench. alkitronic® Norwolf X DRIVER SYSTEM.

Due to the high hydraulic pressure, the large
torque and the resulting reaction forces,
SAFETY is very important for our hydraulic
torque wrenches. High-strength materials,
backstops, handles, etc. ensure that the user
has a safe tool at his disposal.
• Secure, reliable and individually rotatable
joint couplings
• Both torque wrenches with dual-hose
system
• Minimal maintenance effort and costs
The most revolutionary hydraulic torque
wrench concept. No more individual solu-
tions for different applications.
• The convertible hydraulic drive head can
be used for both a hexagonal output
and a square output housing
• Slim, sturdy steel design with one-piece
piston construction. Only one O-ring:
Quick change with four bolts
• Perfect for bolting in extremely narrow
and hard to reach areas
Hydraulic torque wrenches

alkitronic® AX and AT

alkitronic® Hydraulic torque wrench AX and AT

Very suitable if heavy bolted connections with large

threads must be tightened in tight spaces with high
forces. Even though they can not turn so quickly due to the
“ratcheting”.

Hydraulic wrenches are ideal for use in explosive areas.

Or in wind turbines e.g. in the flange connection in the
interior of the towers; during assembly or maintenance of
rotor blade connections on the hub as well as when bolting
the azimuth brakes.

Fast alkitronic® hydraulic pumps additionally speed up the

bolting processes and save time and money.

Hydraulic torque wrench AX

alkitronic® AX Combination Torque Wrench, drive unit with
dual-hose system and exchangeable hexagonal head. Torques
of 60-49,000 Nm, hexagonal outputs SW 14-145 mm (type-
dependent).
• Extremely flat design with flush support of driving part and hex‑
agon head, hexagonal drive with extremely small housing radii
• Simple handling and light-weight
• Economic design with few single parts
• High efficiency with minimal maintenance effort and costs
• Robust and ergonomic: Durable housing design made of
high-strength aluminum alloy
• Highly flexible: Simple, quick change of the hexagon head
• No problem: Support without affecting the torque accu-
racy by side load
• Convenient, safe, reliable: Individually rotatable articulat-
ed couplings (360°) can be loaded with up to 4 times higher
max. operating pressure
• Robust fine toothed ratchet for high torque accuracy and a
maximum stroke of 28°
• Constructive, precisely guided drive element

Hydraulic torque wrench AT

alkitronic® AT Hydraulic Torque Wrench with dual-hose system.

Torques depending on type from 110 to 72,000 Nm, thread sizes
as of M 14, square output from 3/4“ to 2 1/2“ (depending on type).

• No monitoring effort: Thanks to repeat accuracy of ± 3%

• Robust and ergonomic: Durable housing design made of
high-strength aluminum-titanium alloy
• Simple and easy: Uncomplicated handling, low weight;
quick changeover of the output square from tightening to
loosening
• Long service life and safe: Torsionally rigid, heavy-duty
one-piece construction. High work safety through mature
and sustainable construction
• Economic: Long service life, reliable bolting, low maintenance
• Highly flexible: Comfortable, safe and reliable freely rotating
universal joint, rotatable in two levels (360° horizontal, 180°
vertical)
• Robust coarse toothed ratchet, high torque accuracy
• Solid, precise, efficient: Unique design of the drive handle
alkitronic® Norwolf X Driver System with A-Drive and V-Drive

alkitronic® Norwolf X DRIVER SYSTEM

The advanced design:

The driver head (X-Driver) is the hydraulic drive with dual-
hose system. Fast change without the use of bolts or pins.
The X-Driver snaps perfectly into the A-Drive (hexagonal
housing) or V-Drive (square housing), thus the drive
cylinder is completely protected against damage caused
by selective reaction forces that may occur. The X-Driver
sits longitudinally, in line with the drive to prevent side
loads or torsional forces on the cylinder. This ensures a
long service life and safety.
Novel articulated joint:
Swivel-mounted by 360° or with only one additional
element convertible to 360° x 360°.

alkitronic® Norwolf A-Drive

A-Drive and X-Driver are suitable for more applications than
any other torque wrench. Torques from 335-83,000 Nm, hex-
agonal outputs SW 27-195 mm (depending on the type).

The patented design of the hexagonal drive ensures the

longest reach, allowing for an extremely large angle of attack.
This way the hexagon head easily fits on the nut - without
rattling or manual adjustment of the ratchet. This design
makes the X Driver System the fastest heavy-duty hydraulic
torque wrench.
• Slim design - Housing fully closed.
• Optional one-piece reaction arm quickly mountable with
two pins
• The patented handle lock can be easily loosened with a bolt
• Few assembly parts: Other cartridges have many moving
parts, which can consequently lead to more defects and
complex repairs
• Incomparable application concept - suitable for all flanges
• In tests, the A-Drive is 10-50% faster than other hydraulic
torque wrenches

alkitronic® Norwolf V-drive

V-Drive and X-Driver combination

Hydraulic torque wrenches for torques from 265 to 65,300 Nm,
square outputs from 3/4” to 2 1/2" (depending on type).

• The slimmest, completely closed square torque wrench

on the market
• The 40° stroke makes the torque wrench up to 30%
faster per stroke
• Repeat accuracy ±3%
• Square output pluggable with ball lock
• Versatile, patented reaction arm (DMA). Unlike compa-
rable tools, the DMA does not have to be dismantled to
displace it. Unique and highly flexible in its application.
Can be adapted in all directions

The following is applicable for the alkitronic® Norwolf Hy-

draulic X Driver System:
An operating pressure of 100 - 700 bar is a prerequisite for the
exact reproducibility of the specified torque ranges.
Hydraulic pumps, manual and cordless torque wrenches, MDS bolting technology

Hydraulic pump NOVA

alkitronic® NOVA: High Speed in permanent operation,

useable worldwide 100-253 V / 45-66 Hz.
The electric hydraulic pump alkitronic® NOVA is one of the
fastest units on the market. Here, "idle working time" is deci-
sively reduced during ratcheting.
Ideal in the wind energy sector:
Cost saving due to short assembly times.
• Large flow rates through an intelligent electronic control
and a powerful engine
• Simplest automatic mode for all cylinder sizes without
manual presetting
• Manual or automatic operation with remote control
• Robust compact housing, wear-free and suitable for con-
struction sites
• Delivered in the "Multibox" with eyelets and handles; certi-
fied for crane transport

Hydraulic pump VELOX

alkitronic® VELOX Pump:
Innovative quality product with optional Speed Upgrade.

• Operation with 110 V or 230 V as well as voltage-controlled

mobile power units
• Worldwide unique electric hydraulic pump with protec-
tion class IP65
• No cost-intensive downtimes: Protected against rain,
splashing water and dust inside
• The hydraulic pump is characterized by high working
speed

Simplest operation with ergonomic 1-button remote control

• Low maintenance costs due to a maintenance-free and

low-wear, brushless synchronous motor
• No solenoid valve drive and therefore no wear
• Integrated engine protection avoids overload damage
• High working speed, short set-up time. A possible connec-
tion of two hydraulic torque wrenches increases produc-
tivity and reduces time and costs

alkitronic® Norwolf Missing Link and XCE Link

alkitronic® Norwolf Missing Link™

up to max. 4,890 Nm, spanner sizes from 22 to 80 mm.

• The Missing Link ™ torque multiplier is suitable for applica-

XCE Link
tions with very limited space
• Standard tool in the wind power industry for generator feet
and brake pads of hydraulic azimuth brakes. Available in
gear ratio 4:1 or 6:1
• Usable with ratcheting or non-ratcheting torque wrenches

alkitronic® Norwolf XCE Link™

up to max. 9,760 Nm, spanner sizes from 24 to 120 mm
Missing Link
• The ultimate solution for applications where traditional
torque multipliers are too big or too bulky
• Available in gear ratio 3:1 or 4:1
• Can be used with alkitronic® electric or cordless torque
multiplier

Your advantage with both models:

Safe, stress-free working with robust tools
Manual torque multiplier M

alkitronic® M manual torque multipliers are THE indispens-

able service tool in wind energy. There should be at least
one alkitronic® M in each service vehicle. alkitronic® M are
not comparable in quality with conventional manual devices.
They are an extremely helpful tool, especially in mainte-
nance. They offer the fullest bolting quality without annoy-
ing equipment and external energy.

• Low effort, precise transmission of high torques, high

work safety
• Precision locking mechanism for highly effective working
with very short ratcheting movements, ensures short
assembly times
• Robust power transmission for heavy loads, manufactured
From 200 to 50,000 Nm. A locking mechanism prevents turning back
when ratcheting. No energy source needed - "manpower" is enough!
in chipless precision process

Battery-powered Torque Multiplier EA

alkitronic® EA, battery-powered torque multiplier from 90 Nm

to 4,000 Nm: Mobile and always ready to use.

• Extremely short bolting cycles: Fast gear for insertion and

power gear for maximum torque and precision
• Compact form: For comfortable work in hard-to-reach
areas or in the absence of power supply
• Efficient work: Easy, fast gear selection; wide range of
torques (22 values)
• Gentle for your health: Low weight, ergonomic design, low
noise emission; no noise protection measures necessary
• Low repair susceptibility: Robust motor housing made of
special plastic. Shatter-proof, impact-resistant and
corrosion-resistant
• Efficient: Two Li-Ion battery packs guarantee up to 360
bolted connections in succession; LED charge level indica-
tor directly on the battery
• Exact shutdown torque: Even when the charging status of
the battery is low

Mounting-Documentation-Systems. MDS Bolting technology 4.0

alkitronic® HSD (manual) / EASD (battery-powered):

• Torque-controlled bolting, measurement value logging and
sensors directly on the output
• Menu-driven simple operation via OLED display
• Bluetooth interface for fast, complete acquisition and
control of bolting data

alkitronic® HSD:

• Transmission of preset bolting parameters and error-free

insertion into the torque multiplier
• Torque/rotation angle method, creation of bolting
processes with complex parameters
• Reproducible bolted connections - independent of
HSD EASD
disturbance variables

alkitronic® APP for iOS- und Android-Smartphones:

MDS supports the fulfillment of legal regulations and the adherence • Data transfer and communication via Bluetooth
to international quality standards (documentation, traceability) • Platform-neutral export by means of CSV files
 YOUR BENEFIT FOR MORE PERFORMANCE

Higher quality Higher precision

First-class production
Usage of high quality material
Long service life
30 years of experience in bolting technology
Made in Germany – worldwide patents
Accurate, customer-specific torques
High repeat accuracy
Reliability under permanent load
Bolting process documentation
Automatic cut-out

Higher productivity Better service

Quick bolting without rework
No environmentally-caused failure (IP 54, ATEX)
High work safety
Simple operation – brief instruction
Low-maintenance and cost efficient
Technical consulting on location
Education and training offers
Plant calibration and certification
Lifecycle support
Spare part and repair service

alki TECHNIK GmbH

Development, production and sales of bolting systems

Unterlettenweg 4 – 85051 Ingolstadt/Germany – telephone +49 841 97499-0 – fax +49 841 97499-90
info@alkitronic.com – www.alkitronic.com

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