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Hercules Pipe Tools Engineering BV
Guild Representative: Laurens van der Heijden
Phone: +31 (0) 320762610
Website: http://www.hercules-pipeline.com
About the Company:
Hercules is a leading specialist in high-precision hydraulic Internal Line-up Clamps engineered to meet strict HiLo tolerances in pipeline construction. Precise fit-up alignment forms the foundation for stronger welds that last longer, support greater loads, and withstand higher fatigue levels—ensuring a safe and efficient energy supply and extending the economic lifespan of pipeline infrastructure. In addition, automatic welding systems require consistently accurate fit-up from the start to operate at peak performance, reducing downtime and minimizing the risk of weld repairs and cut-outs. Hercules re-rounder clamps address one of the most challenging obstacles to smooth pipeline construction: pipe out-of-roundness. Shape variations are unavoidable and are often worsened by stacking during transportation and storage, leaving true pipe geometry uncertain until construction begins. This deviation isn’t a minor detail—it is a significant project risk. When roundness cannot be optimized during line-up, even small variations can determine whether a project remains profitable and on schedule or becomes delayed, costly, and vulnerable to defects. Traditional pneumatic line-up clamps simply cannot re-round heavy-wall pipe, resulting in construction slowdowns, weld repairs, and cut-outs. Our hydraulic clamps are fully compatible with all mechanized and automated welding systems, seamlessly replacing traditional pneumatic equipment without requiring changes to existing construction methods—delivering immediate improvements in alignment quality and accelerated ROI. The Hercules Red Ram Hydraulic Internal Line-up Clamp isn’t just an upgrade; it is a critical advancement. Engineered to correct out-of-round conditions with superior force and precision, the Hercules Red Ram Clamp has—since its introduction in 2009—consistently delivered reliable performance, enhanced weld accuracy and speed, and reduced defects, helping streamline production and minimize project downtime.
Hercules is a leading specialist in high-precision hydraulic Internal Line-up Clamps engineered to meet strict HiLo tolerances in pipeline construction. Precise fit-up alignment forms the foundation for stronger welds that last longer, support greater loads, and withstand higher fatigue levels—ensuring a safe and efficient energy supply and extending the economic lifespan of pipeline infrastructure. In addition, automatic welding systems require consistently accurate fit-up from the start to operate at peak performance, reducing downtime and minimizing the risk of weld repairs and cut-outs. Hercules re-rounder clamps address one of the most challenging obstacles to smooth pipeline construction: pipe out-of-roundness. Shape variations are unavoidable and are often worsened by stacking during transportation and storage, leaving true pipe geometry uncertain until construction begins. This deviation isn’t a minor detail—it is a significant project risk. When roundness cannot be optimized during line-up, even small variations can determine whether a project remains profitable and on schedule or becomes delayed, costly, and vulnerable to defects. Traditional pneumatic line-up clamps simply cannot re-round heavy-wall pipe, resulting in construction slowdowns, weld repairs, and cut-outs. Our hydraulic clamps are fully compatible with all mechanized and automated welding systems, seamlessly replacing traditional pneumatic equipment without requiring changes to existing construction methods—delivering immediate improvements in alignment quality and accelerated ROI. The Hercules Red Ram Hydraulic Internal Line-up Clamp isn’t just an upgrade; it is a critical advancement. Engineered to correct out-of-round conditions with superior force and precision, the Hercules Red Ram Clamp has—since its introduction in 2009—consistently delivered reliable performance, enhanced weld accuracy and speed, and reduced defects, helping streamline production and minimize project downtime.