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Forced Entry Tools

At times firefighters, law enforcement officers and rescue personnel must force entry to deal with urgent situations. In these circumstances they need equipment that does the job quickly and effectively. Paratech´s Pry-Axe, Biel Tool, Hooligan Tool, Kelly Tool, Claw Tool, and Fire fighting Tools are indispensable to the forcible entry requirements of the world´s leading fire, police, and rescue departments. Pneumatic breaker/penetrators also made by Paratech provide maximum power with minimum air consumption for use in a wide range of rescue applications.

Hurst Jaws of Life Hurst Jaws of Life has become synonymous with life saving rescue equipment. Countless people have been rescued from wrecked cars and other situations by these simple but highly effective tools. GAAM also supplies the Hurst range of high pressure air bags – equipment that all rescue teams need access to. These bags are easily stored and are quick to deploy.
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Hooligan Tools


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World’s most popular forcible entry tool

The Hooligan Tool is one of the world’s most popular forcible entry tools. These heavy-duty tools were designed to pound, puncture, pry, twist, and cut all types of barriers encountered by emergency service personnel.

The head and claw are forged from high alloy steel, heat treated for maximum strength, then fitted to a 1" (2.5 cm) stress proof bar. The bar has machine grooved non-slip grips. The Hooligan Tool features a newly designed claw that is gently curved for maximum prying leverage. The claw opening is parallel and fits over locks, hasps and many door bars. It can also be used as a nail puller and a gas shut off during emergencies. The new "Highway Hooligan Tool" features a new metal cutting claw with a machine sharpened metal cutter that uses the can opener principle to cut heavy gauge metal and composites.

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Biel Tool


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The personal forcible entry and rescue tool you carry in your pocket

The Biel tool does it all... pry, cut, chop. Think of the times you have been exposed to situations when the need for a small, strong, forcible entry tool was immediate and you were unable to act because you carried no tool for the job. Now you can act quickly! The Biel Tool, (pronounced BEE´L) is a personal size multi-purpose forcible entry and rescue tool, designed for forcing doors and windows, prying and twisting hasps and locks, light overhauling, metal cutting and chopping. The Biel Tool incorporates many features found in the famous Paratech "Pry Axe", but is small, 15 inches (38 cm) long in its closed position and 19 inches (48cm) extended and light enough, 3.3 lbs. (1.5kg) to wear on a belt, or to carry in the pocket of a coat. The Biel is constructed of alloy steel forgings, heat treated for maximum strength and durability, and chrome plated for easy maintenance.

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Kelly Tools


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One of the original "Irons". Often used in a wedge & sledge combination with a flat head axe. Now specified by fire departments that want a rugged forcible entry tool without the protruding point found on the "Hooligan" type tools. Both the adz end and claw are drop forged from high alloy steel. The adz and claw have been machine sharpened for easy access to a prying point. Both ends are press fitted for easy access to a 1" (2.5cm) stress proof steel bar with machine grooved hand grips. The adz end extends into a protruding hammer head to be used as a striking tool or receive hammer blows. The claw has a recessed nail puller and is parallel slotted to slip over locks, hasps and many gas shutoffs.

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Pry Axe


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A lightweight, multi-purpose, slam and ram tool
The World’s Most Popular Emergency Service Tool For Forcible Entry And Escape

Here is a tool that has withstood the test of time. For over 35 years the Pry Axe® has remained the best selling tool in our line. The Pry Axe® is used by fire departments, police departments, and rescue squads worldwide. The Pry Axe® is a lightweight, multi-purpose, slam and ram tool designed to pry, enlarge openings, cut sheet metal and twist off locks and latches. This efficient tool lets every firefighter force entry, rescue and ventilate without waiting for help. The Pry Axe® is small enough to carry and rugged enough for most jobs. The Pry Axe® head and claw are separate sections forged from high alloy steel and heattreated for maximum strength. A solid steel shaft is press fitted and pinned to the claw. A tubular steel handle is press fitted and welded to the head. A rubber sleeve over the handle provides a  non-slip grip. The tool weighs 6.6 lbs (3 kg), and is 18" (45 cm) closed, and 28" & 70 cm) extended. The Pry Axe® is chrome plated for good looks and easy maintenance.

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Impact Tools - Pneumatic breakers/penetrators


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Construction
The cylinder body and handle are made from an aluminium alloy. The piston rod and springs are made form alloy steel. All fasteners are stainless steel. The tool chuck and retainer are hardened alloy steel.

Operation
The tools are operated by activating a trigger valve located in the pistol grip handle. This valve releases the air supply, driving the piston rod forward to impact against the tool bit. The piston rod return stroke is made by the return spring assembly. The tool bits are held by a hand opera ted, spring loaded, and quick release safety retainer.

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Nuplaglas Fire Axes


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Features

  • NUPLAGLAS® is flame resistant to 426°C, resists continuous heat to 121°C and improves in strength down to -15°C.
  • NUPLAGLAS® HANDLES are stronger than wood handles
  • Safe from electrical shock - NUPLAGLAS® is an excellent dielectric material.
  • Smooth, resin rich surface protects user from splinters and resists UV deterioration.
  • Does not absorb moisture, resists industrial chemicals, fire retardant
  • Easily cleaned of concrete, tar, etc.
  • Unaffected by sub zero temperatures.
  • Does not conduct heat / cold, easy to handle in extreme temperatures.
  • Ergonomically designed grips for comfort and stress reduction.
  • More rigid than wood and most other fibreglass handles, reducing wasted effort.

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Nupole


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The NUPOLE quick disconnect line of tools lets you:

  • Break the tool down into smaller components for ease of storage and portability.
  • Save space and cost by carrying more than one tool head to do specific jobs, but only one handle.
  • Add an extension to provide longer reach.
  • The heart of this new concept in compact storing and highly portable tools is an extremely tough, rigid, yet easy to use connection. The Nupole™ connection is capable of carrying loads almost as great as one-piece NUPLAGLAS® shaft

Features

  • NUPOLE ® is flame resistant to 426°C, resists continuous heat to 121°C and improves in strength down to -15°C.
  • NUPOLE ® HANDLES are stronger than wood handles
  • Safe from electrical shock - NUPOLE ® is an excellent dielectric material.
  • Smooth, resin rich surface protects user from splinters and resists UV deterioration.
  • Does not absorb moisture, resists industrial chemicals, fire retardant
  • Easily cleaned of concrete, tar, etc.
  • Unaffected by sub zero temperatures.
  • Does not conduct heat / cold, easy to handle in extreme temperatures.
  • Ergonomically designed grips for comfort and stress reduction.
  • More rigid than wood and most other fibreglass handles, reducing wasted effort.

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Nupla Poles


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Nupla Pike
A traditional pike pole fitted to a NUPLAGLAS® pole constructed of millions of fiberglass strands pultruded over a Honeycomb core provides the strength of our traditional featherlight pike poles. Offers the strength, safety and durability benefits, yet is even more rigid to make it easier to manoeuvre.

Cieling Poles
A versatile ceiling / wall hook handles both lathe and plaster and sheet materials. A honed point penetrates up to 100 mm and creates a broad opening and its four broad teeth grip material firmly. Set at 45 degrees, the hook facilitates working in tight confines.

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Salvage Kit


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Salvage Kit quick disconnect range of tools

The NUPOLE quick disconnect line of tools lets you:

  • Break the tool down into smaller components for ease of storage and portability.
  • Save space and cost by carrying more than one tool head to do specific jobs, but only one handle.
  • Add an extension to provide longer reach.
  • The heart of this new concept in compact storing and highly portable tools is an extremely tough, rigid, yet easy to use connection. The Nupole™ connection is capable of carrying loads almost as great as one-piece NUPLAGLAS® shaft

Features

  • Handles & Poles can be custom made to length
  • Start with one tool and add attachments later.
  • Breaks down to one easy to handle bundle.
  • Optional lightweight Canvas Carry Bag
  • Can be made to fit inside standard locker compartments

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