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Fromm A480 Combination Pneumatic Pusher-Type Tool for Steel Strapping

Fromm A480 Combination Pneumatic Pusher-Type Tool for Steel Strapping

The Fromm A480 is a combination pneumatic pusher-type tool designed for steel straps of width 3/8 to 3/8 inch. It is a lightweight combo tool that weighs just 10.1 lbs. It is designed for both mobile and stationary strapping applications and is highly versatile.

Applications

The A-480 is a mid to heavy-duty strapping tool that is designed for strapping wire coils, tubes, bundles, bars, pipes and small-sized bundles. It is a highly versatile tool that can be used in different types of industries. It makes use of push seals which can be used for narrow and round packages.

Technical Specifications

  • Strap Type: Uniflex & Ultraflex steel strapping with capacity of 1,100 N/mm2.
  • Strapping Size: Width 3/8 inch to 3/4 inch and thickness 0.015 inch to 0.025 inch
  • Weight: 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg)
  • Tensioning Force: 2,500 N & 4,500 N
  • Seal Type: Overlap seals
  • Seal Strength: 75% (average)
  • Joint Type: Single notch joint

The Fromm A480 is an easy to use tool. It is compact and ergonomically designed for minimizing hand fatigue. It has a smaller foot plate which makes it easier to strap oddly shaped and round objects and remove the tool.

Advantages

  • The pneumatic pusher tools can also be suspended using a spring loaded balance and suspension bracket for stationary applications.
  • Can be used with suspension bracket for both vertical and horizontal applications.
  • The tool is available in two versions, with peak tension generation of 4,500 N.
  • Due to the smaller foot plate, the steel strapping tool can be easily used with odd-shaped packages. It doesn’t get stuck after you have completed the application.
  • Already a proven performer for strapping coils, pipes, bundles and bars which have smaller surface area.
  • The strap tensioning force can be adjusted easily.
  • The levers are ergonomically designed for allowing tensioning and sealing.
  • The pusher-type seals mean highly effective steel strapping over round shaped packages.

It is much more lightweight compared to other pneumatic combination tools and offers unmatched ease of use.

Accessories & Tool Repair

All the accessories, common wear parts and replacement parts are readily available for online order. The common wear parts include the feed wheel, notching knife, cutting jaw, and the cutter.

Most of the issues can be easily addressed through tool repair services provided by factory-certified technicians. They make use of the most advanced diagnostic equipment to determine the problems and address them.

Fromm A452 Pneumatic Tensioner for Steel Strapping

Fromm A452 Pneumatic Tensioner for Steel Strapping

The Fromm A452 is a pneumatic pusher-type tensioning tool designed for 3/4 inch to 1-1/4 inch steel straps. It is an extremely powerful strapping tool that generates up to 8,500 N (1,910 lbs) of tensioning force. Weighing just 9.6 pounds, it is a lightweight strapping tool that can be used for both stationary and mobile applications. Its special duck bill nose helps complete push-type and closed seals. It is considered one of the best tools for strapping round and irregular shaped objects.

Technical Specifications

  • Strap Type: Regular Duty & High-Tensile (HT) Steel Straps (Ultraflex)
  • Strap Size: Width 3/4 inch to 1-1/4 inch & thickness 0.025 inch to 0.050 inch
  • Weight: 9.6 lbs (4.4 kg)
  • Peak Tensioning Force: 1,910 lbs (8,500 N)
  • Seal Type: Push-type (Metal) or Closed seals

Eye bolt is available along with the tool for suspension during standard applications.

Advantages of Using Fromm A452

There are many advantages of using these pneumatic pusher tools:

  • It delivers one of the highest tensioning force of 8,500 N
  • Once you have achieved the desired tension, the A452 will hold onto the strap tension. There is no loss of tensioning due to the freewheel system.
  • It is a highly robust steel strapping tool.
  • The steel strapping tool also has a safety feature – the strap tension will release when the safety-push button is pressed.
  • It has extremely high tensioning speed while being silent.
  • The Fromm can be used for both stationary and mobile applications.

Because the A452 is a tensioning tool, you will need a sealer to complete the strapping applications. The Fromm A461 is one of the best tools to help complete the tasks.

As already mentioned, it is a highly rugged steel strapping tool that is designed for use in the steel/steel-processing industries. It is a lightweight tool and ergonomically designed for reducing any stress or strain on the hand.

Accessories & Repair

All types of accessories for the Fromm A452 are readily available online and can be easily ordered. You will not have to worry whenever a wear part needs to be replaced. Some of the common wear parts include the screw, spring lock washer, ring nut, handle, torsion spring, and packing ring.

If there is any need for tool repair, you can send the tool for diagnosis and repair. It will be repaired by factory-trained and certified technicians. As all the replacement parts and wear parts are readily available, the tool can be fixed with minimal turnaround.