Your Trusted Hydraulic Bolting Solutions for the Oil & Gas Industry

For over 40 years, TorqLite has provided reliable hydraulic bolting solutions, helping improve safety, efficiency, and performance in the oil and gas industry.

Why Choose TorqLite High-Quality Hydraulic Torque Wrenches?

TorqLite’s commitment to engineering excellence ensures that every tool we design, manufacture, assemble, and test in our U.S. facility delivers precision, durability, and efficiency in high-stakes bolting applications. With decades of expertise, we continue to innovate, offering industry-leading solutions tailored to the most demanding projects.

As an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer, we uphold the highest quality and performance standards for our products and services. Whether for standard or custom applications, our high-quality hydraulic torque wrenches enhance safety, optimize performance, and help you tackle even the toughest bolting challenges.

TorqLite is one of the world's preeminent manufacturers & suppliers of high quality hydraulic torque wrenches & bolting solutions to the oil & gas industry.

Given TorqLite's origin story, it is understandable that our company is a leader in providing bolting solutions to the Oil & Gas industry. More than 40 years ago, our products began regionally servicing the Gulf of Mexico, and since then, we've designed and launched several tools to our arsenal that greatly improve a wide variety of Oil & Gas applications.

Here are just a handful of our Oil & Gas customers.

Innovation sets TorqLite apart from competition and allows us to effectively serve our customers.

We provide customers support for ongoing projects, and help them tackle their most pressing bolting challenges. We offer needed equipment solutions and know-how to handle any job… no matter the size or complexity, we have the right bolting solution or we’ll invent it. If you need a tool but don’t see one that fits your particular needs, contact us today and we’ll help you find a solution that works for you.

Essential Hydraulic Bolting Solutions for the Oil & Gas Industry

Oil & Gas Hydraulic Tensioning Applications

TorqLite equips you with specialized products that tackle everything from nipple-up tasks to deepwater offshore operations, ensuring precision, efficiency, and consistency for industry-specific challenges. Our high-quality hydraulic torque wrenches and tensioners are perfect for:

  • Turbine engine rotors
  • Industrial process reactors
  • Thermal transfer units
  • Power generation units
  • Pipe connection flanges
  • High-torque shaft couplings
  • Heavy-lifting equipment
  • Structural anchor bolts
  • Flow control systems
  • High-pressure containment tanks
  • Gas turbine and compressor assembly joints

We are an ISO 9001 Certified company, dedicated to producing the highest quality products.

Our quality hydraulic torque wrenches are designed, manufactured, assembled, and tested in our U.S. facility. Our quality control ensures that our customers only receive exceptional tools.

Expand Your Business with TorqLite’s WRSC & Distributor Programs

Looking to scale your business with trusted tools and industry support? TorqLite is offering opportunities to become a Warrantied Repair Service Center (WRSC) or an Authorized Hydraulic Tools Distributor. WRSC partners are certified to repair TorqLite tools under warranty, gaining access to free parts, specialized training, and labor reimbursement. As a distributor, you'll be equipped to sell our high-performance bolting solutions with expert training and marketing support.

Joining is easy—just reach out to TorqLite, and we’ll provide all the details on qualifications, training, and benefits

FAQs

1What is Hydraulic Bolting?
Hydraulic bolting uses high-pressure hydraulic force to stretch a bolt, ensuring accurate tension and a secure connection. It’s used in industries where precision and reliability are essential, like oil and gas, power plants, and heavy machinery.
2What are the key applications of hydraulic bolting in the oil and gas industry?
Hydraulic bolting is used for securing critical components in refineries, pipelines, drilling rigs, wellheads, compressors, and pressure vessels. It ensures tight, leak-free connections in high-pressure systems.
3How does hydraulic bolting improve safety and efficiency in oil and gas operations?
It provides accurate, repeatable torque and tensioning, reducing the risk of leaks and failures. It also minimizes worker fatigue and the risk of hand injuries compared to manual torque wrenches.
4What Is Torquing in the Oil and Gas Industry?
Torquing tightens bolts to a specific torque value to ensure proper sealing and equipment stability. It’s used in valve assemblies, pipelines, and pressure vessels to maintain structural integrity and prevent leaks.
5What are the risks of using incorrect torque values in oil and gas bolting applications?
Over-torquing can damage bolts and flanges, leading to joint failure. Under-torquing can cause leaks, pressure loss, or catastrophic failures in high-pressure environments.
6What types of hydraulic torque wrenches are commonly used in oil and gas?
Square drive wrenches and low-profile wrenches are commonly used for pipeline flanges, wellheads, and offshore platforms due to their precision and ability to work in confined spaces.
7What is Hot Bolting in the Oil and Gas Industry?
Hot bolting is the process of replacing or tightening bolts on a pressurized joint while it’s still operating at reduced pressure. It helps with maintenance without a full shutdown but must be done carefully to prevent leaks or failures.
8What is the Difference Between Hydraulic Bolt Tensioning and Torquing?
Tensioning stretches the bolt using hydraulic pressure before securing the nut, ensuring even force distribution. Torquing tightens the nut by rotating it with a wrench, relying on friction to achieve the desired tension.
9What are the common causes of bolted joint failure in oil and gas pipelines?
Incorrect torque application, poor lubrication, thermal cycling, vibration, corrosion, and gasket degradation.
10How can hydraulic bolting reduce the risk of leaks in critical oil and gas systems?
It ensures precise preload, preventing flange misalignment and maintaining consistent gasket pressure to prevent leaks.