Grip expands the scope of pliers

New from LoggerHead Tools, the 8in Bionic Grip is an open-ended version of the patented, award-winning Bionic Wrench, which was launched in May 2005.

New from LoggerHead Tools, the 8in Bionic Grip is an open-ended version of the patented, award-winning Bionic Wrench, which was launched in May 2005.

This new hand tool brings together the best features of a pair of pliers and an adjustable wrench.

Like the Bionic Wrench, the 8in Bionic Grip distributes force around a work surface and automatically grips multiple sizes of nuts and bolts.

However, the Bionic Grip's open-ended head can go over work difficult or impossible to reach with a closed-headed wrench, including pipes and tubes.

It also has four serrated jaw surfaces and a new Interlock mechanism that says locked while under torque load - making it ideal for use on household plumbing or hydraulic and air line fittings.

"The Bionic Grip expands the scope of what you can do with an adjustable wrench or pliers", said LoggerHead Tools President Dan Brown.

"It can do the job of several different tools, making it one of the most versatile gripping tools available.

And unlike pipe wrenches, slip jaw wrenches, locking grips and adjustable pliers, the Bionic Grip utilises LoggerHead Tools' patented Bionic Gripping technology, enhancing a user's ability to grip the work while symmetrically distributing the forces over a larger surface area.

When the handle of the Bionic Grip is squeezed, four gripping jaws converge and grab the curved surface of a pipe or the flats of a fastener - distributing force over 240 degrees.

While conventional tools with parallel jaws, such as pipe-style wrenches or pliers, can distort pipes and tubes, the Bionic Grip's jaws firmly surround the work surface for a distributed and balanced grip.

The Bionic Grip is well-suited for softer materials like copper, plastic and brass.

The Bionic Grip features LoggerHead Tools' new Interlock mechanism, which creates an intelligent lock.

The Interlock mechanism engages onto the work, stays locked while under torque load and simply disengauges when the force is removed.

Whether gripping a hex or a pipe, the user can let go of the grip force while maintaining the torque.

With a one-handed squeeze, the Bionic Grip fits 13 sizes of hex fasteners, from 0.5 to 0.75in and 13 to 20mm.

This reduces the need to search for the exact size wrench for a job.

It also fits pipes and tubes from 0.5 to 0.8125in (outer diameter).

The Bionic Grip's versatility makes it a handy tool for home, work and on the go.

It can be used for a wide range of applications that require turning nuts and bolts or pipes and tubes - such as renovations, repairs, machinery and vehicle maintenance, equipment assembly and plumbing.

Weighing just 227g, the 8in Bionic Grip is a portable, general-purpose tool to keep around the house or apartment for unanticipated maintenance chores.

The Bionic Grip has a universal design that is easy to use for almost anyone, regardless of ability and experience with tools.

It is simple and intuitive to use and has no knobs or tricky adjustments.

It can be gripped in either hand and in almost any orientation.

Users can tighten or loosen their work with ratchet-like speed because there is no need to remove the wrench between turns.

The Bionic Grip supports LoggerHead Tools' mission to create problem-solving innovations that provide enhanced value to its customers.

In February, the company expanded its Bionic Wrench product line to include 6, 8 and 10in versions that together replace 38 SAE and metric wrench sizes from 0.25 to 1.25in or 7 to 30mm.

LoggerHead Tools will be launching two additional new-to-the-world hand tools later this year.

The Bionic Grip will be available for $32.95 this summer through Orchard Supply and Ace Hardware stores and a growing list of retailers and catalogues.

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