LINK
TOOLS USED BY OVER ONE-THIRD OF ALL U.S.
AND
CANADIAN NUCLEAR GENERATING
STATIONS
Over one third of all nuclear generating stations in
the United States and Canada are now using LINK TOOLS to satisfy
Foreign Materials Exclusion (FME) requirements, according to
John Davidson, President, Link Tools
International.
LINK’s patented QUICK LOCK™ tool technology guarantees
no dropped sockets or tool separations, and is used at Duke
Power, Ontario Power (Canada), Energy Northwest, Exelon, Bruce Power (Canada),
Entergy, Dominion, First Energy and TVA nuclear operating
facilities, among others.
The global leader in high efficiency hand tools, LINK TOOLS can be a
key component of fulfilling the safety guidelines recommended
for the nuclear power industry. Because a single
dropped socket can result in million dollar delays, the
addition of LINK
TOOLS to FME protocol is a cost-effective
“no-brainer.”
Russ Glines, FME Coordinator at the Diablo Canyon Power
Plant commented: “With these tools, we can be assured that our
‘Focus on Prevention’ goal is met.”
The spread of LINK TOOLS in nuclear
facilities has also led to the use of LINK TOOLS in the
repair, installation and maintenance of turbines of all sizes
and functions. As always, the simplicity and ease of use of LINK TOOLS makes them
a popular choice for every tool user from professional to
trade to homeowner.
“The tools are ideal for individuals who have to work
in tight working spaces or in any location where tool control
is essential,” Davidson indicated. LINK TOOLS have been used
successfully in the military, aviation and automotive
industries and were involved in the retrofitting of missiles
to the U.S. Navy’s nuclear powered submarine fleet.
The only automotive hand tools with a “Q”-Mark awarded
by TÜV, Europe’s premiere licensing organization, the tools
have been certified for safety, durability and ergonomic
excellence. LINK TOOLS received a
second certification and Q-Mark in user testing for their
ability to significantly improve task performance and
significantly reduce body strain. Both these
attributes strengthen a company’s overall fiscal health.
Catalogues with a full complement of Link Tools are
available by calling 1-888-433-4234. A complete viewing of
the catalogue, as well as reviews from Popular Mechanics, Motor Trend, Aircraft Maintenance
and American
Fastener, are posted on the LINK website, www.linktoolsonline.com
.
