Choosing the right tools is a guarantee of comfort and safety for every installer. Regardless of whether you specialize in electrical or hydraulics, you should pay special attention to the products you use during your daily duties. Check out the review of tools that must be in your equipment!
In this article you will learn:
- why it is worth relying on professional tools in the work of an installer,
- which tools cannot be missing in your equipment,
- what products are worth investing in.
Professional tools in the work of an installer - why is it worth it?
Every electrical installer and plumber should stock up on solid tools from reputable manufacturers. A trusted brand is a guarantee of high-quality workmanship, which translates into, among other things:
- Convenience - you use your tools for many hours almost every day. You often use force to do so. It is therefore important that using them is as easy and comfortable as possible. You will get such a guarantee by investing in professional products from well-known brands.
- Speed - the reliable design of the tools will allow you to significantly speed up the implementation of specific tasks. You do not have to worry about any failures or the need to make problematic corrections.
- Ease of use - any problems resulting from using low-quality tools prolong work and negatively affect its effects. It is therefore worth reaching for ergonomic and intuitive products.
- Image - the equipment used by the installer during the work affects the perception of the installer by the clients. If you want to build a stable position on the market, you need to pay attention to this aspect.
- Safety - this is undoubtedly the most important aspect resulting from the use of professional tools from renowned manufacturers. They promote occupational health and safety, minimizing the risk of serious accidents.
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Installer's Essentials - What Tools Must Be in Your Equipment?
Now that you know why tools play a key role in the work of an installer, it's time to answer the question of which products cannot be missing from your equipment. These include not only hand tools and power tools, but also additional accessories. Let's look at them one by one.
Hand tools
Hand tools are the backbone of any installer's equipment. They include a whole host of different devices, but it's fairly easy to pick out the ones that are most important to electricians and plumbers. These include:
- Flat and ring wrenches - this is a whole group of products, the selection of which should be adapted to the specifics of the work you do. They are used to tighten and loosen easily accessible screws. They differ in the method of use and ergonomics. The greatest comfort is provided by socket wrenches, such as the Ironside ratchet from Onninen.
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Universal and specialist pliers - in the case of installers dealing with air conditioning and ventilation, Swedish wrenches and adjustable pliers will play a particularly important role. The possibility of adjusting the jaw spacing allows these tools to be used in work on pipes, nuts and screws in many different sizes. One of the leading manufacturers of wrenches is the Ironside brand, whose pliers are available in the Onninen wholesale offer. Another example of professional equipment is the FXA pipe wrench . In this category, it is also worth mentioning the tools necessary in the work of an electrician, which include bent pliers or front pliers. They allow you to perform various operations on cables and wires. - Screwdrivers - this is one of the elements of absolutely basic equipment of every installer. When choosing this type of tool, pay attention to their ergonomic shape, which is manifested, for example, by the comfort of the grip. This will guarantee you the safety of their many hours of use. Electricians should also be interested in the insulation parameters of screwdrivers.
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Wire stripper - a device that electricians use not only to strip insulation, but also to non-invasively cut the wire sheath or crimp cable ends. Using this tool definitely speeds up the pace of work. If you are looking for solid products from this category, reach for the Ironside brand wire stripper, available in the assortment of our online wholesaler. - Electrical tester - another device that must be in the equipment of an electrician. Thanks to it, you can safely check whether there is voltage in the electrical circuit. In this case, the built-in lamp serves as a signaling device.
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Power tools
Many installation jobs can be sped up and improved by using power tools. They are usually used to process various materials and products. Basic devices include:
- Impact hammers, hammer drills - equipment that is especially necessary for major renovations and installations from scratch. Thanks to them, you can make holes in any surface and prepare the walls of the building for running various types of cables. You will need additional accessories for the impact hammer, such as drills, hole saws or chisels. Efficient devices of this type include, for example, a hammer drill and an impact hammer from the Scheppach brand from the Onninen range.
- Drill with screwdriver - a universal device that can be powered by a battery. It will be useful not only for making holes in relatively soft materials, but above all for fastening screws. The power of the tool can vary from 3.6 to 18 V. The higher, the greater its capabilities.
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Grinder - a tool without which it is difficult to imagine any finishing work. When choosing it, it is worth paying special attention to both the power supply method and the noise generated. Our offer includes, for example, Scheppach angle grinders , designed to work with standard grinding discs. - Digital measuring tools - traditional measuring instruments are increasingly being replaced in installation work by their digital equivalents. They usually take the form of multifunctional multimeters, used to measure voltage, resistance, circuit continuity or ambient temperature. It is also worth getting digital detectors, which operate similarly to a probe. They are able to detect various types of structures, for example under plaster.
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Accessories
Depending on your specialization, you will also need various accessories in your toolbox. An electrician will make good use of, among other things, electrical tape, and a plumber will make good use of pipe cleaning devices. It is always worth stocking up on a universal level or traditional tape measure in case your digital multimeter fails at a critical moment.
The necessary installer tools can be found at Onninen!
In the offer of the Onninen installation wholesaler you will find high-quality tools from well-known manufacturers. You will easily find among them the necessary tools for cutting, drilling and processing of various products. So familiarize yourself with the Onninen assortment and complete the equipment tailored to your individual needs!