INNOVATION

IN ITS MOST

Equalizer International Ltd

Inch Road, Newburgh
Aberdeenshire
Scotland, U.K. AB41 6BQ
T: +44 (0) 1358 789712
F: +44 (0) 1358 789225
E: info@equalizerinternational.com
www.equalizerinternational.com

Designed & produced by Hampton Associates, Aberdeen

FUNCTIONAL FORM

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

PRACTICAL
SOLUTIONS.

FROM DAY ONE, AT EQUALIZER INTERNATIONAL, we have always been

passionate about finding new, simple, safe solutions to common industrial
challenges. First established in Scotland in 1994, at the heart of the North Sea oil
and gas industry, our aim has always been to deliver safe, innovative yet practical
tools to industry. As experienced engineers looking for safer methods of flange
alignment, we started life as Future Alignments Ltd. Our name may have changed but
our philosophy remains the same through innovation and dedication come
simplicity, safety and therefore success.
Our commitment to technological leadership has resulted in the EqualizerTM range
which is now marketed across the globe. Customers buy from us because of our
reputation for developing tools which quite simply do the job well.
The EqualizerTM range has grown significantly over the years, thanks to our
continuing drive to introduce new technology we are always looking for creative,
safer, easier ways. The EqualizerTM range now consists of precise, time-saving modern
day tools for aligning and spreading flange joints, as well as unique precision lifting
equipment.
We listen carefully to our customers and continually identify opportunities for new
products. Our tools are used every day throughout the world in a number of different
industries from oil to water, mining to petrochemicals, gas to nuclear. As our
customers businesses change, so do their requirements, and at Equalizer
International we will continue to develop safe, simple and cost effective solutions
to meet the challenges of industry today and tomorrow.

Ian McCormick
Managing Director
Equalizer International

Bob Stephen
Technical Director
Equalizer International

INNOVATION
Driven by our desire to achieve the best
performance from the very latest technology,
the EqualizerTM range consists of awardwinning tools designed to go one step
further than traditional working methods or
competitor products.
SAFETY
Safety is paramount and every EqualizerTM
tool is designed with safety first. We believe
that no job is worth doing if it cannot be
done safely. Our products aim to minimise
risk as they are simple to use with easy
maintenance to ensure ongoing reliability.
COST EFFICIENCY
In todays climate of strict budgetary
control, Equalizer International has
developed reliable tools which have been
proven to save costly downtime. The same
tools can be used during commissioning,
construction, routine maintenance and
shutdowns/outages.
SIMPLICITY
Using state-of-the-art technology, Equalizer
International has produced tools which
simplify complex and problematic tasks.
EqualizerTM flange alignment, flange
spreading and precision lifting tools are
quick and easy to use. All products are
supported by a straightforward step by step
instruction manual. Advice and training is
available from Equalizer International or our
highly trained worldwide distributors.

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

INNOVATION
FOR
INDUSTRY.

CREATIVE THINKING IS ALL

PART OF THE SERVICE AT
EQUALIZER INTERNATIONAL.

Our highly skilled design team has hands-on experience of working with
flange alignment, flange spreading and precision lifting tools; we
harness this experience to provide the answers to everyday industrial
problems.
We listen carefully to our customers and anticipate market changes to
develop the right tools to do the job better than before. Each one of
our products has been designed in response to very specific needs;
either a technical requirement to perform a job previously thought
impossible; a request for a job to be done more safely or a call for
better cost efficiency on a project. Our specialist tools have won
nominations and awards for design and innovation from as far afield as
Cuba and Canada.
The EqualizerTM range provides tools which are versatile allowing
almost every type of flange joint to be aligned or separated, and heavy
equipment to be safely lifted. Innovation safe and simple.

ARGENTINA
Buenos Aires

ITALY
Venice

AUSTRALIA
Perth

LITHUANIA
Klaipeda
Vilnius

AUSTRIA
Vienna
BELGIUM
Antwerp
CANADA
Edmonton
COLOMBIA
Bogot
DENMARK
Aalborg
Bogense
ENGLAND
Newcastle Upon Tyne
EGYPT
Cairo
FINLAND
Helsinki
FRANCE
Bordeaux
Le Havre
Lyon
Marseille
GERMANY
Cologne
Frankfurt
Hamburg
Leipzig
Munich
HOLLAND
Best
Rotterdam
INDIA
Mumbai

MALAYSIA
Kuala Lumpur
MEXICO
Coatzacoalcos
NIGERIA
Eket
Port Harcourt
Warri
NORWAY
Stavanger
PAKISTAN
Lahore

The EqualizerTM range is used throughout the world from Moscow to Mexico.
Currently available in twenty-seven countries, our distributor network is
constantly growing, delivering the EqualizerTM range to customers in major
industries worldwide including oil and gas, petrochemical, nuclear, water,
renewable energy and even mining.

1.

ALIGNING

GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION

ALIGNMENT
TOOLS
Hand Alignment Tool
3T(M) Mechanical Tool
5T(E) Hydraulic Tool

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

PEOPLES REPUBLIC
OF CHINA
Beijing
Guangzhou
Shanghai
RUSSIA
Irkutsk
Moscow
SINGAPORE
SPAIN
Barcelona
Bilbao
Cadiz
Cartagena
Madrid
SWEDEN
Falkenberg
U.S.A.
Houston
Pittsburgh

THE EQUALIZERTM RANGE OF PRECISE, LABOUR-SAVING

ALIGNMENT TOOLS WILL ELIMINATE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH
TRADITIONAL FLANGE ALIGNMENT PRACTICES. SIMPLE, SAFE,
MODERN SOLUTIONS FOR LINEAR OR ROTATIONAL
MISALIGNMENT OF FIXED FLANGES.

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

The Hand
Alignment Tool

THE TOOL
1 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)

A SIMPLE SOLUTION TO SMALL, LOW PRESSURE

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

FLANGE MISALIGNMENT. THE EQUALIZERTM HAND

The EqualizerTM Hand Alignment Tool

can be used during:

use on virtually all horizontal and

vertical flanges including ANSI, API,
BS, DIN & SPO

saves time

ALIGNMENT TOOL IS THE PERFECT SOLUTION FOR

commissioning

MISALIGNED FIXED FLANGES, ELIMINATING THE

construction

RISK OF SLIPPAGE.

routine maintenance
shutdowns/outages
testing
valve change-outs

operates on most pipe configurations

aligning force = 65 kg (143 lbs)
suitable for offshore and onshore
applications

saves cost
safer operation than traditional methods
precise operation
lightweight ideal for remote locations

robust
portable only 2.0 kg (41/2 lbs)

Comprehensive data sheet available

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

The 3T(M)

THE KIT
1 x 3T(M) mechanical alignment tool
1 x 22 mm socket

MECHANICAL FIXED FLANGE

AND ROTATIONAL
ALIGNMENT TOOL

1 x 50 ft/lbs torque wrench

1 x instruction manual
1 x robust carry-case with protective foam inserts
Gross weight including case 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

ALIGNING FORCE = 3.1 T

DEVELOPED AS THE SAFE, SIMPLE AND COST-

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

EFFECTIVE SOLUTION TO FIXED FLANGE

The 3T(M) can be used during

rectifies linear or rotational misalignment

saves time

commissioning

operates on most pipe configurations

saves cost

construction

for use on virtually all horizontal and

vertical flanges including ANSI, API,
BS, DIN & SPO

labour saving allows for continuity of

work

MISALIGNMENT, THE MECHANICAL FLANGE

ALIGNMENT TOOL ENHANCES PRODUCTIVITY BY

routine maintenance

DISPENSING WITH THE NEED FOR COSTLY CRANES,

TIRFORS, SLINGS AND HOOKS.
DESIGNED FOR MID RANGE FLANGES, THE
MECHANICAL FLANGE ALIGNMENT TOOL OFFERS A

shutdowns/outages
testing
valve change-outs

aligning force = 3.1 T

suitable for offshore and onshore
applications

safe operation
lightweight ideal for remote locations
dispenses with need for cranes, tirfors,
hooks

robust
portable

SIMPLE, PRECISE SOLUTION TO LINEAR OR

ROTATIONAL MISALIGNMENT.
Comprehensive data sheet available

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

The 5T(E)

THE KIT
1 x 5T(E) hydraulic alignment tool
1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic cylinder
1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) hydraulic hose
1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) two-stage hydraulic pump
1 x instruction manual
1 x robust carry-case with protective inserts
Gross weight including case 27.5 kg (60 lbs)

HYDRAULIC FIXED FLANGE

AND ROTATIONAL
ALIGNMENT TOOL

ALIGNING FORCE = 5 T

DESIGNED FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FLANGES, THE

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

HYDRAULIC FLANGE ALIGNMENT TOOL OFFERS

The 5T(E) can be used during

rectifies linear or rotational misalignment

saves time

commissioning

designed for large diameter high-pressure

flanges

saves cost

A SIMPLE, PRECISE SOLUTION TO LINEAR OR

ROTATIONAL MISALIGNMENT ON LARGE

construction
routine maintenance

DIAMETER FLANGES.

shutdowns/outages
testing
valve change-outs

operates on most pipe configurations

use on horizontal and vertical flanges
including ANSI, API, BS, DIN & SPO

labour saving allows for continuity of

work
safe operation

aligning force = 5 T

ideal for remote locations or confined

areas

suitable for offshore and onshore

applications

dispenses with need for cranes, tirfors,

hooks, come-alongs

precise operation
robust
portable

Comprehensive data sheet available

2.

WEDGES

8T(M) Mechanical Flange

Spreader
10T(E) Hydraulic Flange
Spreader
10T(I) Integral Hydraulic
Flange Spreader

ZERO-GAP II

SPREADING

THE RIGHT
TOOL FOR
THE JOB.

SPREADING
TOOLS

Zero-Gap II Hydraulic and

Mechanical Flange Spreaders

2
THE EQUALIZERTM MECHANICAL AND HYDRAULIC FLANGE
SPREADING WEDGES ARE ARGUABLY THE SAFEST AVAILABLE
COMBINING A REVOLUTIONARY INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP
MECHANISM AND DEEP STEP DESIGN FOR SECURE AND SIMPLE
FLANGE SEPARATION.
EQUALIZER INTERNATIONALS NEW ZERO-GAP II FLANGE
SPREADERS USE OUR UNIQUE PATENTED EXPANDING COLLET
TECHNOLOGY FOR SAFE SEPARATION OF FLANGE JOINTS.

INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP

EXPANDING COLLET TECHNOLOGY

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

The 8T(M)

THE KIT
1 x 8T(M) wedgehead with
swivel handle

MECHANICAL
FLANGE SPREADER

1 x safety block
1 x ratchet spanner
1 x instruction manual
Gross weight 7 kg (151/2 lbs)

SPREADING FORCE = 8 T

A SIMPLE, COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTION TO FLANGE

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

STEPPED BLOCKS

SPREADING, THE MECHANICAL FLANGE SPREADER

The 8T(M) can be used during

unique interlocking first

step

secure hold on each step

2 x stepped blocks

quick and easy operation

2 x M6 x 10 mm countersunk
screws

ONLY REQUIRES AN ACCESS GAP OF 6 MM AND CAN

EXERT A SPREADING FORCE OF 8 TONS.

commissioning
construction
routine maintenance

deep 15 mm secure hold on

first step

shutdowns/outages

requires access gap of only

6 mm

testing

robust lightweight tool

valve change-outs

spreading force of 8 T
from 150 ft/lbs of torque

saves time
saves cost
safe operation

1 x 4mm hex key

Gross weight 1.5 kg (31/2 lbs)

portable

automatic mechanical
retraction
Comprehensive data sheet
available

Lesser penetration, greater spread

Sold as a separate item in pairs

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

The 10T(E)

THE EQUALIZERTM UNIQUE INTERLOCKING

HYDRAULIC
FLANGE SPREADER

SECURE HOLDING FROM A SMALL 6 MM

FIRST STEP ENHANCES SAFETY GIVING

ACCESS GAP.

THIS PORTABLE, ROBUST, LIGHTWEIGHT TOOL

GENERATES A SMOOTH SPREADING FORCE OF

SPREADING
FORCE = 14.5 T

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

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TO SAFELY SPREAD
FLANGE JOINTS.

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

STEPPED BLOCKS

MINI KIT

STANDARD KIT

MAXI KIT

The 10T(E) can be used during

unique interlocking first

step

secure hold on each step

2 x stepped blocks

1 x 10T(E) wedgehead

1 x 10T(E) wedgehead

2 x 10T(E) wedgeheads

quick and easy operation

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

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

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

deep 15 mm secure hold on

first step

saves time

2 x M6 x 10 mm countersunk
screws

1 x safety block

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

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

1 x instruction manual

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

pump

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

pump

commissioning
construction
routine maintenance
shutdowns/outages

requires access gap of only

6 mm

testing

robust lightweight tool

valve change-outs

spreading force of 14.5 T

from 10,000 psi (700 bar)
of hydraulic pressure

saves cost
safe operation

1 x 4mm hex key

Gross weight 1.5 kg (31/2 lbs)

Gross weight 8 kg (191/2 lbs)

portable

1 x safety block
1 x instruction manual

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

2 x safety blocks
1 x instruction manual

1 x robust carry-case with protective foam

inserts

automatic mechanical
retraction
Comprehensive data sheet
available

Lesser penetration, greater spread

Sold as a separate item in pairs

Gross weight including case 16.5 kg

(361/2 lbs)

1 x robust carry-case with protective foam

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

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

THE KIT
1 x 10T(I) wedgehead
1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar) integral
hydraulic pump/cylinder
1 x safety block
1 x carry-strap
1 x instruction manual
1 x robust carry-case with protective foam inserts
Gross weight including case 13kg (29 lbs)

The 10T(I)
INTEGRAL HYDRAULIC
FLANGE SPREADER

SPREADING FORCE = 14.5 T

WITH AN INTEGRAL BUILT-IN PUMP AND

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

STEPPED BLOCKS

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

The 10T(I) can be used during

compact built-in pump

secure hold on each step

2 x stepped blocks

commissioning

unique interlocking first

step

quick and easy to use

saves time

2 x M6 x 10 mm countersunk
screws

saves cost

1 x 4mm hex key

safe operation

Gross weight 1.5 kg (31/2 lbs)

IDEAL FOR USE IN CONFINED SPACES OR WHEN

WORKING AT HEIGHT. USING THE UNIQUE
TM

construction
routine maintenance

EQUALIZER INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP, THIS

shutdowns/outages

WEDGE INCORPORATES THE POWER OF HYDRAULICS

testing

IN A SELF-CONTAINED, RELIABLE FLANGE

valve change-outs

SPREADER FOR USE TOPSIDE OR SUBSEA.

topside or subsea work

deep 15 mm secure hold on

first step
requires access gap of only
6 mm

portable

robust, lightweight tool

with carry strap
10,000 psi (700 bar)
generates spreading force
of 14.5 T
automatic mechanical
retraction
carry-strap

Comprehensive data sheet

available

Lesser penetration, greater spread

Sold as a separate item in pairs

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

Zero-Gap II
A REVOLUTION IN
FLANGE SPREADING

YEARS OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT HAVE

Zero-Gap II

PRODUCED ONE OF THE SAFEST, MOST INNOVATIVE

HYDRAULIC
FLANGE SPREADERS

FLANGE SPREADING TOOLS IN THE WORLD TODAY

THE EQUALIZERTM ZERO-GAP II.

SPREADING FORCE UP TO 30 T

THIS GROUND-BREAKING TOOL USES UNIQUE

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

PATENTED EXPANDING COLLET TECHNOLOGY TO

The Zero-Gap II can be used during

unique expanding collet technology

commissioning

little or no access gap required

unique technology makes the Zero-Gap II

arguably the safest flange spreader in the
world today

construction

secure bolt-hole locking mechanism

routine maintenance

spreading force up to 30 T

DELIVER A MEASURABLE, CONTROLLED FORCE

WHICH WILL SEPARATE FLANGES WITH LITTLE OR
NO ACCESS GAP.
VIRTUALLY UNIVERSAL, THE ZERO-GAP II RANGE
WILL COVER ANSI, DIN, SPO, ASME, API AND BS
FLANGES.

WILL BE AVAILABLE IN HYDRAULIC

AND MECHANICAL VERSIONS

shutdowns/outages
testing
valve change-outs
subsea work

virtually universal, the Zero-Gap II

range will cover ANSI, DIN, SPO, ASME,
API and BS flanges
time-saving, simple operation
measurable, controlled spreading force
portable

Comprehensive data sheet available

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

Zero-Gap II
MECHANICAL
FLANGE SPREADERS

SPREADING FORCE UP TO 11 T

THE KIT
2 x Zero-Gap II flange spreaders
12 x collets
1 x torque wrench

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

The Zero-Gap II can be used

during

unique expanding collet

technology

commissioning

little or no access gap

required

unique technology makes

the Zero-Gap II arguably
the safest flange spreader
in the world today

construction

2 x safety blocks

routine maintenance

1 x instruction manual

shutdowns/outages

1 x robust carry-case with protective

foam inserts

testing

secure bolt-hole locking

mechanism
spreading force up to 11 T

valve change-outs
subsea work
Comprehensive data sheet
available
EXPANDING COLLET TECHNOLOGY

time-saving, simple
operation
measurable, controlled
spreading force
virtually universal, the
Zero-Gap II range will
cover ANSI, DIN, SPO,
ASME, API and BS flanges
portable

QUALITY
BY
DESIGN.

3.

LIFTING
TOOL
The 16T(E)II
Hydraulic Vertical
Lifting Wedge

INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP

LIFTING

DESIGNED TO LIFT OR LOWER OBJECTS IN A STRAIGHT

VERTICAL MOTION, THE 16T(E)II WILL GIVE A SAFE, SECURE
HOLD WHEN LIFTING HEAVY PIECES OF EQUIPMENT. USING
THE EQUALIZERTM INTERLOCKING FIRST STEP TECHNOLOGY,
THIS TOOL WILL LIFT AN OBJECT IN A SMOOTH, STABLE
MOVEMENT FROM AN ACCESS GAP OF ONLY 9.5 MM.

INNOVATION IN ITS MOST FUNCTIONAL FORM

The 16T(E)II

THE SAFE, SIMPLE AND COST-EFFECTIVE

HYDRAULIC VERTICAL
LIFTING WEDGE

WITH MINIMUM FLOOR CLEARANCE.

SOLUTION TO LIFTING HEAVY EQUIPMENT

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

ALLOW A LIFT OF 32 T.

STRAIGHT VERTICAL LIFT

MINI KIT

LIFTING FORCE = 16 T

1 x 16T(E)II wedgehead

1 x hex key

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)

hydraulic cylinder

1 x M6 x 12 mm button
head screw
1 x instruction manual

1 x safety block
1 x stepped block

Gross weight 9.5 kg

(21 lbs)

FUNCTIONAL

SPECIAL FEATURES

OPERATING BENEFITS

The 16T(E)II can be used for

straight vertical lift

stable lift motion

STANDARD KIT

lifting heavy machinery

operates with an access gap of only

9.5 mm

robust and precise tool

1 x 16T(E)II wedgehead

1 x hex key

secure hold on each step

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)

hydraulic hose

1 x M6 x 12 mm button
head screw

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)

hydraulic cylinder

1 x instruction manual

machine installation
plant maintenance
machinery alignment
can be used in conjunction
with skates

each step offers 19 mm of vertical

lift
single acting ram
lifting force = 16 T

safe operation
saves time
saves cost

1 x 10,000 psi (700 bar)

two stage hand pump

automatic mechanical retraction

interlocking first step

1 x safety block
Comprehensive data sheet available

1 x stepped block

1 x robust carry case

with protective foam
inserts
Gross weight including
case 18.5 kg (41 lbs)

COST-EFFECTIVE,
SAFE AND
RELIABLE.

INNOVATION
IN ITS MOST

Equalizer International Ltd

Inch Road, Newburgh
Aberdeenshire
Scotland, U.K. AB41 6BQ
T: +44 (0) 1358 789712
F: +44 (0) 1358 789225
E: info@equalizerinternational.com
www.equalizerinternational.com

Designed & produced by Hampton Associates, Aberdeen

FUNCTIONAL FORM