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Screw-holding tools Bondhus Corp.'s line of ProHold Tip screw holding tools has expanded to include: T-handles, screwdrivers, and L-wrenches in both ballpoint hex and star tips, in a full range of inch and metric hex sizes from .050 through 3/8 inch, 1.27 mm through 10 mm and T9 through T55. All ProHold tools feature Bondhus' ProGuard finish, which offers five times more cor- rosion protection when compared to competitor finishes. For more information call (800) 328-8310 or visit www.bondhus.com. Pneumatic liquid pump Haskel provides a series of liquid pumps ideal for hydraulic fluids, solvents, liquefied gases, and water. The 8SFD2 model series pumps provide higher flow and pressure capabilities to Haskel's current 8-hp pump line. Pumps of various sizes are employed dependent on jack tonnage. Jacks currently using hand or electric pumps can be easily retrofitted. For more information visit www.haskel.com. Blackhawk tool line Blackhawk by Proto has added 525 items to its mechanic's tool line, bringing the total offering to nearly 1,600. The additions range from ratchets and socket sets to screwdrivers, pliers, and wrench- es. Added features include tri- material, composite tool grips that are cushioned for more comfort; and larger, laser etched markings that are easier for the technician to read. Some of the new tools also have features designed to minimize foreign object damage (FOD) to equipment. Piece counts range from 22 to 1,170 tools. The ratchet comes with an ergo- nomically designed handle and is available in standard and quick release versions. Each of the line's new 4Box ratcheting wrenches will accommodate four sizes of fasteners rather than two. That is because each side of the wrench's two heads fits a different size fas- tener. The tools are backed with a limited lifetime warranty. For more information call (800) 800-TOOL or visit www.stanleyproto.com. Bio-based Pump repair kit Viking Pumps are designed to be easy to repair, and that process is even simpler with genuine repair parts kits, which are now avail- able. Two kits are available for each size and material of pump. Seal Kits include everything needed to do a complete seal and bearing replacement. Rebuild Kits include parts commonly needed for a complete wet-end rebuild. Each kit includes an exploded diagram and parts lists, with a link to the pump's technical ser- vice manual. For more informa- tion call (319) 266-1741 or visit www.vikingpump.com. S12 September 2011 AMT Tools & Equipment Professional-grade screwdrivers The newly reintroduced SureGrip line of professional-grade screw- drivers from SK Hand Tool helps mechanics effortlessly gain lever- age and maximize torque. One feature that has long set it apart is its square handle. It is resistant to shop solvents, oils and chemicals, further enhancing tool value. The chrome vanadium shaft strikes the perfect balance between strength and durability. It is backed by a full lifetime guarantee. For more information call (800) 752-7263 or visit www.skhandtool.com. • www.AMTonline.com cleaning solvent Petroferm's RE-ENTRY Prepsolv, a bio-based cleaning solvent, has been approved by Boeing Commercial in accor- dance to Boeing's BAC 5750 Solvent Cleaning Specification. Formulated for manual or immer- sion cleaning, it is selected when a bio-based solvent with fast drying, excellent solvency, and low surface residue is required. It is also selected due to its low volatility or vapor pressure. It removes hard-to-clean soils such as adhesive residues, buffing and polishing compounds, corrosion inhibiting compounds (CICs), cosmoline, greases, hydraulic flu- ids, silicone, and waxes. For more information visit www.petroferm.com.