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High-performance, lightweight pneumatic breakers

he powerful, lightweight and operate for longer while using only half multiple features boost productivity
ergonomic RTEX and TEX as much compressed air. while keeping operational costs to an
Tpneumatic breaker ranges “A 50% reduction in compressed absolute minimum.
from Atlas Copco can be operated for air consumption for the same breaking The hand-held breaker’s
longer while using less air, presenting capacity means that a compressor only innovative two-step SOFTSTART
the perfect balance between high half the size is needed or alternatively, trigger puts operators in full control by
performance, efficiency and comfort. two breakers can be used on one ensuring that the first cut is surgically
The design of the RTEX medium compressor,” notes David Stanford, precise with no chisel slippage or
breaker incorporates Atlas Copco’s Atlas Copco’s business line manager for misfiring, even under extremely tough
advanced technology in both breaking portable products. conditions.
efficiencies and ergonomics, setting a “What customers must also keep To counter high vibration and
benchmark in pneumatic technological in mind is that a smaller compressor noise levels which can result in
innovation. This hand-held tool owes requires a smaller investment, uses less operator fatigue, compromising
its unparalleled breaking efficiency to a fuel, has lower emissions and is easier safety and productivity, these
number of cutting-edge design features to transport, subsequently delivering an pneumatic breakers are HAPS
that include: a patented Constant excellent return on investment.” (Hand and Arm Protection Systems)
Pressure Control principle, encompassing Productivity, low operational costs enabled: the Constant Pressure
a Constant Pressure Chamber, which and operator comfort and safety are Chamber and efficient stroke
improves energy transfer, providing central to the design of the RTEX and mechanism keep vibration levels
up to 40% more energy output than TEX breakers. A low centre of gravity and below 5 m/s², enhancing operator
conventional units and a longer piston perfect balance, thanks to the ingenious comfort to such an extent that
design compared to conventional Solid or Single Body (SB) design, make working hours can be extended up
breakers which increases the interaction these one-piece machines extremely to six-fold. The tool’s piston connects
time with each blow. The resultant easy to handle. Fewer parts, and thus air cushions on both ends of the
efficient stroke mechanism also radically fewer moving components that can wear, cylinder, almost fully eliminating
lowers energy consumption. improve reliability, extend lifecycle and metal-to-metal contact when
Subsequently, the RTEX, weighing reduce maintenance. Tool wear is further working off-load, further shrinking
only 25 kg, can perform the same job minimised by the integrated lubricator vibration and wear. The pneumatic
equally well as bigger machines that are which holds enough lubricant for a breakers are also fitted with a wear-
5 kg to 10 kg heavier. The RTEX can also complete standard work shift. These resistant polyurethane silencer that
diminishes noise levels by up to
a remarkable 75% compared to a
machine without a silencer.
The RTEX medium and TEX light
pneumatic breakers are ideal for
service jobs and general demolition
tasks. The TEX range is also available in
medium and heavy pneumatic models
which are suitable for respectively
breaking medium hard materials and
for heavy-duty demolition work on
asphalt and reinforced concrete.
Atlas Copco supports its RTEX
and TEX pneumatic breaker ranges
with high-quality Air Line accessories
including air hoses, hose nipples,
couplings, water separators and Air Oil
lubricants, backed by a professional
after-sales service that is delivered by
a highly skilled and competent team.

Contact David Stanford,
Atlas Copco Power Technique,
Tel 011 821-9800,
david.stanford@atlascopco.com

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