We have just ordered 7 sets of Holmatro tools. And was just looking to know how they are, from other FFs that use Holmatro.
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I have used them in a few departments for 7 years now. Can honestly say that I have never had a problem with them. Easy to maintain, the oil is non-corrosive, and they are very reliable. The one thing I remember from when we switched from Hurst to Holmatro, you had to learn to adjust to how fast the tools open/close. Not sure what you are using now, but Holmatro is pretty much the cream of the crop.A Fire Chief has ONLY 1 JOB and that's to take care of his fireman. EVERYTHING else falls under this.
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Any hydraulic tool in the hands of a competent operator who understands how that tool operates will accomplish what the tool is designed to do.
If you are switching from a low pressure system (5000 psi), you will want to spend some time working with the Holmotro to learn how high pressure systems react differently. While they may open and close more quickly without a load, high pressure systems (10,000 psi) tend to behave differently when you put them to work. Be careful and pay extra attention to the potential for a sudden release of energy when spreading and cutting that can result in car pieces flying off in directions where you did not intend for them to go.Richard Nester
Orrville (OH) Fire Dept.
"People don't care what you know... until they know that you care." - Scott Bolleter
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I am sure you will really like your new tools. Keep up with maintenence as with all tools should be done. They are also a fairly light tool as compared to some others. A good bit of training should be done to familiarize yourself and the dept. to the tools. I am sure you will have no complaint's about them. What holmatro tools did you buy?
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Originally posted by Isitjustme View PostI like the part about... we just ordered 7 sets of tools... then... hey are these things any good??
Nice shopping skills!
MANAGEMENT just ordered 7 sets of Holmatro, are they any good??A Fire Chief has ONLY 1 JOB and that's to take care of his fireman. EVERYTHING else falls under this.
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Originally posted by HFRH28 View PostYou won't like them, they're junk. Send them to me!
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