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Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand
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24.01.2022 A link to a brief rundown on our range of benders. Thanks to Imperial Tools. https://youtu.be/WmOhBXzen1U
24.01.2022 Yesterday I had the absolute pleasure of donating a tool prize to the best student in the final year of the refrigeration course at the RMIT. It was a great af...ternoon, the recipient was Aiden Kennedy from Geelong who walked away with over $2200 worth of Imperial tools, C&D valve complete service kit and Errecom chemicals. We are proud to continue our support of the RMIT and their students and look forward to next years event. A big thank you to Imperial Tools and C&D valve for their continuing support. The best tools for the best student trained by the best training provider :- The RMIT. Well done Aiden. See more
23.01.2022 New to the website! 364-FHB SWIVEL HANDLE 180 LEVER TYPE TUBE BENDERS For 1/4 to 1/2 O.D. tubing.... The 364-FHB series has a swivel handle that can be repositioned midway through a bend when both handles begin to meet. This simple feature allows easy fabrication of bends up to 180 with reduced effort, better control and without the crossing of handles, typical of most other lever type benders. Each tool bends only one size. Conforms to Federal Specification GGG-B-191a Type III, Class 2. For bending annealed copper, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel and aluminum tubing only. http://www.imperialtools.com.au//364-fhb-swivel-head-tube/
23.01.2022 Always good to visit the factory and see whats new. This was a great trip, meeting Ron Ortiz the new owner as getting on to the factory floor again. Thanks for your hospitality guys.
22.01.2022 Exciting news! The Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand website will be launching soon! Keep up to date with the latest news by following this page!
22.01.2022 Recovering liquid or liquid charging is a breeze when using our liquid charger adapters. These devices meter the liquid flow into the system being charged ensuring a saturated vapour and not liquid enters the system. It prevents damage to compressors and maintains the stability of blended refrigerants, For recovery, simply place in the liquid line to your recovery unit and let it flow. Again, no liquid will actually hit the recovery unit preventing damage and recovery will s...till be fast. More details contact us on 08 8278 9694 or [email protected] Part number 545C with 1/4SAE fittings. Part number 545C for R410A use. Save time and money by using these great devices form Imperial tools. To use for charging, simply attach to the LO side port on you manifold, attach the liquid line from your refrigerant bottle to the centre or charging port on the manifold, Open the Lo side port and let refrigerant pass in liquid form to the adapter which will then control the saturated vapour flow to the system being charged. Fast, simple and no compressor damage. To use for recovery, connect the liquid line on the system directly to the adapter or go via a manifold straight to the recovery machine. Start the recovery machine and allow liquid to enter the device, be controlled by it and then to the recovery unit. The device is stable so no monitoring of the recovery is required. Simple, safe efficient. IMPERIAL TOOLS - DEPENDABLE UNDER PRESSURE.
20.01.2022 It is often said that some things improve with age, Imperial benders can certainly boast that loud and clear!. Since 1905 Imperial have been manufacturing quality tube working tools in the USA, a tradition which continues to this day. Often copied, never equaled, Imperial tools are proudly manufactured in Cleveland Ohio USA. I started doing these history write ups with an idea of the history of their products but had no idea what I would end up finding. Big disclaimer here..., the article could never have been written without the help and guidance of Jennifer, marketing manager at Imperial tools who did a lot of digging for me. In my past I worked for a company who copied a lot of Imperial tools and they are in the company of many of these firms who copy the look, the action but never the quality of the genuine made in America tool. Our Imperial benders are always made with the highest quality steel and other materials and are built to withstand a lifetime of use. So where did it all start? The earliest reference we found was in 1938 when an advert was run in the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration news of 1939. A scanned copy of the advert is included in this post. The early patents also made for interesting viewing, I have attached a few. During its existence Imperial have applied for many patents as the benders were improved over time. Imperial held no less than 30 patents on tube benders between 1947 and 1989- hence the well-deserved reputation as the pioneer and leader in tubing tools. Next post we will have a look at some catalogue sections from the past and look at a bender which really revolutionised the art of tube bending. Thanks for reading and dont forget to hit the like button and tell your friends and associates. Imperial tools are distributed throughout Australia and New Zealand by Broadtech Supplies and Services Pty Ltd. Imperial Tools Australia can be found on the web at www.imperialtools.com.au. enquiries are best emailed to [email protected].
20.01.2022 Next to undergo a facelift was the original 174. Taking heed of the popularity of the "IMP" cutter it was decided to make a large "IMP" and the 174 as we know it today was born. With a swing clearance of 1-15/16" it could still get into tight corners, carried a spare cutting wheel and could cut larger tubing than the IMP cutter. Again, looking at the original and comparing to the current model its pedigree is obvious. Weve said it before, many people have copied the tool, but they cant copy its history, its integrity and its sheer quality. This is still a tool for a lifetime of use. We hope you enjoyed these articles, you can find more of any of our tools on www.imperialtools.com.au and you can email us at [email protected]. We distribute Imperial tools nationwide, across the Tasman and around the Asia Pacific region.
19.01.2022 LD-920 Nitrogen/Hydrogen Tracer Gas Leak Detector, as recommended by A-Gas to use with their product Trace-A-GasTM. Please click the link on the webpage to read the recommendation in full. This instrument will detect Nitrogen/Hydrogen tracer gas leak rates less than 5ppm. The tracer gas mixture complies with Article 6, Paragraph 3 of EU Directive 2006/40/EU. Includes (4) AA batteries and sensor maintenance kit.... http://www.imperialtools.com.au//ld-920-nitrogenhydrogen-/
19.01.2022 New to the website! 208-FSS REaming and Deburring Tool Reamer for aircraft grade stainless steel tubing, hard or soft copper, aluminum, brass and steel tubing. Tungsten hardened tool steel cutter blades. Black finish.... http://www.imperialtools.com.au//208-fss-inner-outer-pipe/
19.01.2022 It is always some of the simple things that get me. I received a call from a tech complaining his 127C service wrench was slipping. I asked a few questions then came the killer 2 questions. "Have you lubricated it?" and "are you trying to undo a stubborn fixing?" The sheepish answers were "No" and "Yes" respectively. He is now wiser and happily on his way. For those that also dont know attached is a simple maintenance sheet for the tool.
19.01.2022 More Imperial Tools orders leaving the warehouse heading to our wonderful customers! Its great being so busy! Click follow on our Facebook page to keep up to date with all our latest product releases and information. www.imperialtools.com.au
18.01.2022 Its time to re-visit the 535 liquid charging and recovery tool. With many blended refrigerants it is vital that they be liquid charged, the 535 makes this task a breeze. Secondly, recovery, no recovery machine likes unrestricted liquid, liquid is incompressible and will cause stress and damage to a recovery unit if unregulated. Again, the 535C makes this task a breeze, the recovery unit will never see liquid so will never suffer the type of damage seen when recovering li...quid. Read the brochure and give us a call on 08 8278 9694. For our overseas friends, call us on +61 8 8278 9694 or drop us a line. We always like to hear from you.
16.01.2022 From all of us at Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year. Thank you for your loyalty and for supporting a local business. We look forward to continuing to provide you with high quality tools and products! We are excited for what 2017 will bring! From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!... Imperial Tools Dependable Under Pressure, simply the highest quality USA made tools for the HVACR professional.
15.01.2022 Quality tools really last the distance. The cases look a little battered but these tools are nearly 40 years old and still in use. The others cant come close in terms of durability and, of course these are still covered under the lifetime warranty for normal use! Call us on 08 8278 9694 for quality Imperial tools.
15.01.2022 After the 174 came a real innovation, the original IMP cutter. This cutter had unique features allowing it to get into small spaces and cut tubing in almost inaccessible areas. In the early 60s the 127 was born. A tiny tube cutter which revolutionised the way tube cutters were thought of. A tiny radius and big capacity made this tool a firm favorite which although it has changed its name to the TC1050 is still just fondly known as the "Imp" cutter. Looking at the original and comparing to the current day you can see how detailed and thorough the original design was, little has changed from the first model to the present day. Again, many have copied this but none can copy the quality, feel and ruggedness of a genuine "Made in America" tool.
14.01.2022 Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand 2017 Catalogue Please take a look at the amazing range of products we stock every day! Contact us for pricing and availability http://www.imperialtools.com.au//12-page-2017-Australia-NZ
14.01.2022 470-FHC Triple Head 180 Degree Tube Bender Bends 3/16, 1/4, 5/16 and 3/8 tubing. Patented quick action indexing lever positions 2 stage handle midway through bend when both handles begin to meet. This allows for easy fabrication of bends up to 180 with reduced effort. Makes smooth, tight-radius 180 bends.... Calibrated markingsfor making accurate Left handed, Right handed and offset bends. Optimum bending radius for each hook size. Made of durable yet lightweight die-cast aluminium. http://www.imperialtools.com.au//470-fhc-triple-head-180o/
13.01.2022 The container full of Imperial tools has arrived at our warehouse.We are just unpacking and counting all the stock and then they will be on their way to wholesalers around Australia and New Zealand. Imperial Tools Dependable Under Pressure, simply the highest quality USA made tools for the HVACR professional.
13.01.2022 Some history here. Imperial has been a trusted name for many years, made right in the USA.
13.01.2022 Every so often we get a chance to delve into the past, which, with Imperial Tools goes back a long way as they have been around since 1905. The 174 goes back a particularly long way. Attached are two pics from the late 1930s and early 1940s depicting the original 174 cutter. The 174 in its initial form looks very different to what later became known as the large IMP but paved the way for a whole family of tube cutting tools. In its day it had pioneering features which eve...ryone since has copied or at least used for a base in their designs. The Imperial Brass Manufacturing company as it was then known had incorporated features like 2 rollers for straight cutting and even a groove in the rollers to enable the cutting off of old flares so allowing the tube to be re-flared with ease. Incidentally, the company was originally based in Chicago and remained there for decades until a move to Cleveland, Ohio after being purchased by Stride Tool but has never left that corner of the USA. Truly an American company making quality tools in the USA. The 174 story continues soon. See more
12.01.2022 Imperial Tools Australia are excited to announce the release of our new leak detectors. 3 models capable of detecting refrigerant gas, H2N2 tracer gas and an intrinsically safe model for hydrocarbons. Call us for more info, 08 8278 9694 or email [email protected]
11.01.2022 Servicing of Diaphragm manifolds is an easy process and should be done periodically. Symptoms of seal failure are refrigerant passing out under control knob or no refrigerant passing. Our simple, step by step instruction sheet clarifies the procedure
09.01.2022 At Imperial, not only do we have our range of refrigeration tubing tools but we also have a specialist range of tube working tools exclusively for stainless steel. With 37 degree flaring tools, specialist tube cutters and some premium benders we have the tools you need to to do your job well. The 664 series benders have 3 rollers in the slider to ensure non kinking and ease of use. 2 flaring tools are available, 400F and 537F and we even have a specialist deburrer for stainless steel. Call us on 08 8278 9694 for any further information.
08.01.2022 Remember to check out our latest catalogue for all your refrigeration and air conditioning needs. http://www.imperialtools.com.au//Imperial-AUS-NZ-2017-12-p
08.01.2022 Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand stocks a wide range of Crimpers and Strippers for all your wire stripping and crimping needs. contact us for pricing and availability. http://www.imperialtools.com.au/wren/strippers-and-crimpers
08.01.2022 Congratulations. Good luck and we hope to share in your success with our tools and chemicals.
08.01.2022 When you buy from Imperial Tools Australia you are buying a product with a guarantee of great after sales service and warranty. Please read our attached warranty information. http://www.imperialtools.com.au//Imperial-Tool-Warranty-9-
08.01.2022 370-FHC Triple Tube Bender Bends 3/16 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 tubing Makes smooth tight-radius 180 bends Calibrated markings for making accurate left-hand, right hand and offset bends ... Adjustable hook Optimum bending radius for each tubing size. Cushion grips for extreme comfort. Made of lightweight die-cast aluminium. Comes in clamshell for great looking POS display. http://www.imperialtools.com.au//370-fhc-triple-tube-bend/
06.01.2022 Our 400F 37 degree flaring tool and its stablemate the 537F are top of the line tools for flaring stainless steel tubing. Just part of our range of tools for tubeworking stainless steel. http://www.imperialtools.com.au//stainless-steel-hydraulic. Call us on 08 8278 9694 for more information or email [email protected]
06.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS!!!! The website for Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand will be going live soon! Like this page to keep up to date with the latest information.
04.01.2022 So next to come was a bender which had a unique action and would solve 2 issues when bending soft tubing, first was the issue of bending in tight spaces, the second was the issue of smacking your knuckles as the handles crossed over when bending towards 180 degrees. So was born the 364-FHB series of benders. However the concept of a bender allowing for a 180 degree bend without crossing handles was not without difficulties and the patent wasnt lodged until 1989. The patent d...rawing shows the handle being able to swing around, so allowing the tube to be bent through to 180 degrees without crossing of the handles, a design unique to this day. A video showing this can be found on our website at http://www.imperialtools.com.au//364-fhb-swivel-head-tube/ and the 364FHB can be found at around the 3 min 30 sec mark. To date the 364-FHB08 is our best selling bender being used in plumbing and HVACR and bending 1/2" tubing, it is still unique, made in the USA and comes with our limited lifetime warranty. The 364FHB series come in sizes for 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" tubing. The 364FHB series benders are available at all leading HVACR wholesalers and you can always contact us on 08 8278 9694 to find your nearest reseller.
03.01.2022 We are often asked "How old is my Imperial tube cutter? It was my dads..."(granddads...uncles...). Here is a photo entitled "Evolution of a Tube Cutter" from... the 1980 Imperial publication "75 Years of Quality and Pride" , The earliest model shown (right) is from 1929. Rollers were added in 1935 (2nd from right); the flare cut-off groove was introduced in the mid-1940s. If you have an old model let us know! See more
03.01.2022 Keep an eye on the Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand webpage, we are adding new products every day!
03.01.2022 The website is now live! Click on the link below to check out the great range of products available through Imperial Tools Australia and New Zealand! http://www.imperialtools.com.au
02.01.2022 We have back in stock until sold out our single valve manifold, excellent for charging or general work. This was a bulk buy from the factory and comes with a R22/12/502 gauge but we can configure with an R22/134/404 gauge or a R410a gauge if you wish. Solid brass construction, "made in USA quality", not many others can say this, even the gauge is made in the USA. There are only limited numbers of these available as the mould has been broken. Call us on 08 8278 9694 or email [email protected] for more details. These truly are selling fast so be quick. Please note, these are a brass manifold with 1/4SAE fittings only. We do have adaptors (CD2058) to convert to 5/16 SAE if required.
