With options like hydraulic cab suspension, panorama roofs and up to 30 degrees of right-hand seat swivel, the newest tractors also come equipped with price tags – and repair costs – that put them out of reach for many farmers. That’s one reason farmers are so meticulous about maintaining their old equipment, holding on to […]
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In a recent issue of Successful Farming Magazine, our very own Mini-Ductor® Venom® portable induction heater—ideal for repairing a wide variety of agriculture equipment—was profiled. A Farmer’s Review “If you’ve ever had to use a torch to heat up a rusted or stuck nut or bolt, then you’ll quickly appreciate the Mini-Ductor induction heater, observes […]
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Some of the most complex machinery is found on farms, sometimes totaling 60+ bearings per machine. These bearings and other parts can be nestled deep inside the machine, requiring the removal of many elements around them; this makes any small repair into a much bigger one if you are using a traditional gas torch. While […]
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After our president and CEO, Tom Gough, spent 28 years working hands-on in the collision repair business, he recognized the need for a tool that was safer and easier to use than the torches found in most shops. In 2000, he invented the first model of the Inductor® Series, which was born from years of […]
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In farming, efficiency is key. Downtime while key equipment is repaired or serviced can equal lost revenue, as opportunities can be fleeting and schedules must be kept to throughout the farming calendar. This is something Stuart, Andrew and Jamie Crichton of R&C Crichton know well. As a company, the farm carries out contract work on […]
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Torches are commonly used to remove the many rusted or otherwise seized nuts, bolts and bearings found on tractors, combines, planters, plows, sprayers, pillage, feed mixers, and other farming equipment. However, using an open flame can be dangerous given the amount of dust and fertilizer present on farming equipment after each day’s work. Using an […]
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This guest blog was written by Dan Marinucci, Senior Writer at MOTOR Magazine The mightiest method for loosening fasteners may be flameless heat. Here’s what you need to know about this technique. Stubborn or frozen fasteners are a frustrating fact of life for automotive technicians and farmers everywhere. Although these problems are more prevalent in […]
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The Mini-Ductor® has been the leading portable induction heater since it was released in 2004. Now in its third generation, the Mini-Ductor Venom comes with the Coil Variety Pack, which includes three coils: the 7/8″ Pre-Formed Coil (MD99-601), 23″ U-Form Coil (MD99-602) and 41″ Bearing Buddy Coil (MD99-603). You can purchase additional Coil Variety Packs […]
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While mechanics, bodyshops, truck technicians, and farmers love their Mini-Ductor® Venom® and Mini-Ductor II induction heating tools, their safety and effectiveness are dependent on the state of the pre-formed coils used with them. The Inductor® coils are vital accessories for technicians and we’re often asked by customers for tips and advice on how to extend […]
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Induction heating has been making tricky repair jobs easier for 100 years. From cook tops to industrial manufacturing, to aerospace, construction, marine, auto body repair, and farm equipment repair, the benefits of a rapid and precise source of Invisible Heat® have led to a wide variety of applications – with new uses still being discovered. […]
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