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Insulated Tools are certified to 10,000 Vac/1,500 Vdc.

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Insulated Tools are certified to 10,000 Vac/1,500 Vdc.
Insulated Tools are certified to 10,000 Vac/1,500 Vdc.

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January 10, 2008 - Certified according to EN/IEC 60900, ASTM F1505, NFPA-70E, Professional Series Long Life Insulated Tools include wrenches, L-keys, knives, cable cutters, and sockets. Two-color, multilayer insulation allows immediate identification of damages to outer insulation. Flame-retardant insulation is tested for puncture penetration and low-temperature impact resistance as well as adhesion to make sure it is properly applied to tools when kept in temperatures of +70°C.

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WIHA Tools
1348 Dundas Cir.
Monticello, MN, 55362
USA



Wiha Tools Monticello, Minnesota USA has introduced new 1000Volt Insulated Wrenches, L-keys, Knives, Cable Cutters and Sockets


Wiha's new line of Insulated tools are safety tested. Insulation is certified according to EN/IEC 60900, ASTM F1505, NFPA-70E. Safety tests include:
o Insulation visually inspected for appearance and integrity
o Insulation tested for puncture penetration & low temperature impact resistance.
o Insulation is tested for adhesion to make sure it is properly applied to the tools when kept in a temperature of +70° C.
o The insulating materials are also flame retardant in order to prevent risk from fire or spark over.

Wiha's new addition of "Professional Series Long Life Insulated Tools" are guaranteed quality tools made in Germany. The two colored multilayer insulation allows immediate identification of damages to the outer insulation. Just another measure to ensure
maximum safety for the end user.

Each Wiha Insulated tool is tested and certified to 10,000 volts AC / 1500 volts DC and meet OSHA requirements for use in applications where safety insulated tools are called for.

For additional information on the Insulated tools contact:
Wiha Quality Tools Tel: 800-494-6104
1348 Dundas Circle, Monticello MN 55362
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