FAQ

GAS AND WATER TOOLS

Yes! All Timberline Tool gas and water tools are designed to maximize safety for both the operator and the pipe. Quickly and easily stop gas and water flow without lugging heavy equipment into trenches or over-squeezing and permanently damaging the pipe. 

No! Timberline Tools squeeze tools are precisely calibrated to engineering standards to prevent over-squeezing and preserve pipe integrity. Our unique shut-off technology is designed to achieve a perfect squeeze-off every time. 

Yes! A staple in the natural gas industry for years, our TopLine and TopReach squeeze tools are designed to completely stop the gas flow, with self-locking features to prevent premature release. Our slow-release mechanism allows you to precisely control the rate of release when you’re finished working on the pipe. The result? Fast and fool-proof squeeze-off. 

As part of our commitment to quality, we use state-of-the-art LEAN manufacturing processes to boost efficiency. Lead times average one to three weeks. 

No! Our TopReach squeeze clamps and ExPERT pipe repair tool are 100% remote-operated, eliminating or drastically reducing the need for work down in the hole and confined space entry. 

Our hand-operated TopSide clamps require minimal work in the hole and feature top-down application for safe and efficient squeeze-off. 

Yes! Timberline Tool squeeze tools are precisely calibrated to engineering guidelines to prevent over-squeezing and preserve pipe integrity. Our unique shut-off technology is designed to achieve a perfect cut-off every time. 

TopReach squeeze tools reduce costs and disruptions with 30% smaller required hole size than other squeeze tools. Our TR650 TopReach Clamp is ideal for top-down squeeze-off in hard-to-reach areas–all you need is an 18” keyhole. 

Yes! Our gas and water tools are designed to minimize physical effort and bodily strain. With top-down remote squeeze-off, you stay upright and above ground–minimizing or eliminating back-breaking work in the hole, confined space entries, and under-the-pipe excavation.

Choose from a variety of tools for all your pipe size needs. We manufacture squeeze tools for pipe diameters in ½” to 1”, ½” to 2” and 3” to 6” ranges. We also offer custom options with rapid turnaround times. 

Our skilled team can help you select the right tool for your job, including custom sizes. Contact us today to speak with an expert

We manufacture squeeze tools for pipe diameters in ½” to 1”, ½” to 2” and 3” to 6” ranges.  Our innovative ExPERT external PE pipe repair tool is designed for 3”-6” PE pipe. We also offer custom options with rapid turnaround times.

Our skilled team can help you select the right tool for your job, including custom sizes. Contact us today to speak with an expert

Most likely yes! We use the latest CNC equipment and technology to ensure our tools are built to ASTM Standards. While you’ll ultimately have to check with your own employer, our products are approved by Standards for many major companies. 

FIRE TOOLS

Yes! Timberline Tool fire hose clamps are designed to protect both firefighters and the firehose. Unlike triple-fold clamps, which can skin your knuckles if you lose your grip, our squeeze-style clamps enable quick and efficient flow control–with no pinching hazards. 

No! Our FireTools hose clamps stop water flow in one quick step, with a lower jaw insert that prevents hose damage. The jaws lock tightly and hold position, even when pressure fluctuates, so you don’t have to worry about your hose getting severed by a runaway clamp.

No! Our FireTools hose clamps are designed to lock tightly and never walk the hose–even if the water pressure fluctuates or drops below 250 PSI. Whether you’re pushing through tight spaces or making a long advance, our clamps hold position once squeezed. 

FireTools hose clamps are an easy-to-use, convenient alternative to traditional hose clamps. Our clamps cut off the water flow in two seconds flat and one quick step, with a self-locking mechanism that remains clamped until manually released. 

Unlike triple-fold clamps, which can skin your knuckles if you lose your grip, our squeeze-style clamps are easy to control with no pinching hazards. While other clamps walk the line, ours lock tight and hold position even when the pressure drops or fluctuates. 

With rapid shut-off, a single person can stop the flow of water in two seconds and one quick motion–no struggling against the hose. Our self-locking mechanism ensures the tool remains clamped until manually released.

Our line of FireTools hose clamps range from 1.5 to 5lbs. Our FF1-D and FF1-S models fit in an easy-to-carry holster for maximum portability. Holster available as an add-on accessory.

Yes! Our FF1-D and FF1-S model FireTools hose clamps weigh only 1.5 lbs and fit in an easy-to-carry holster for maximum portability. Holster available as an add-on accessory.

As part of our commitment to quality, we use state-of-the-art LEAN manufacturing processes to boost efficiency. Lead times average one to three weeks.

Our clamps quickly stop water flow when adding, removing, or replacing hose sections during progressive hose lay.

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