Martin Sprocket & Gear Body & Fender Safety - Manual

Warning & Safety
Reminder
IMPORTANT
SAFETY RULES
FOR HAND TOOL USE
Hand tools, although commonly used, are specialized for particular jobs. Always use the right
size and type of tool for the job being done. Keep tools in proper working condition and discard
any tools that are worn or used beyond their useful life.
Never use chisels or punches with “mushroomed” heads. They may chip and cause injury.
Only power impact sockets should be used on pneumatic or electric impact wrenches. Never use
chrome sockets or accessories.
All wrenches are designed to a specific-size-length-strength ratio. The use of a “cheater” or any
other means for increased leverage is hazardous. Pull on a wrench, don’t push.
Keep hammer heads tightened on handle. Do not strike one hammer with another hammer. A
hammer blow should always be struck squarely. Avoid glancing blows.
Use hand tools only for their designed purpose and within their size range.
Periodic inspection of hand tools by competent trained personnel is a safety must.
Protect your eyes, through the use of safety glasses or goggles. This is recommended for any job
involving the use of tools; particularly when using punches, chisels and hammers; or any other
striking or struck tools where both user and bystanders should wear eye protection.
NOTE: CATALOG DIMENSIONS
Every effort is made to keep all catalog dimensions and styles current; however from time to time, it is
necessary because of manufacturing changes to alter stock products dimensionally.
If any stock product dimension or style shown in this catalog is critical to your application please
consult factory for certification.
A division of Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.
800-USA-TOOL (872-8665) • Fax 817-258-3173
www.martintools.net
Fiberglass vs Wood
• Stronger • Won’t Split
• More Durable • Minimizes Shock
• Absorbs Vibrations • More Strength to Weight
Martin Fiberglass Handle Body Hammers
Martin Tool pioneered the use of fiberglass
handles to prolong tool life, add strength and
reduce user fatigue.
The hammer user strikes an average of 150
blows per minute to smoothly shape and form
the metal. With the traditional Hickory handle,
the majority of the shock developed by the
hammer blows is absorbed by the wrist,
forearm and elbow. With the
Martin fiberglass
handle, a great majority of the shock and
vibration are absorbed by the fiberglass shaft
and plasticized rubber handle.
Martin Fiberglass shafts contain the highest
glass fiber content available. Combined with
the best designed alloy steel heads in the
industry,
Martin Fiberglass Body Hammers
develop a superior weight to strength ratio
that provides a strong, durable, long life tool
and a satisfied user.
Designed for the Professional
MANUFACTURED IN U.S.A.
Since 1917
Martin Tools tradition of quality and product
innovation were formed in a blacksmith
shop in Cleveland, Ohio in 1917, where
utility wrenches and several hammers and
dollys for “horseless carriage” repair were
produced and sold directly to the automobile
companies under the Fairmont Tool brand.
Over the years the company became
known for automotive specialty tools, heavy
duty and specialty tools for industry and
commercial forgings for the machine tool,
O.E.M. and the automotive industries.
In the early 80’s the company moved to
Ft. Worth, Texas and became Martin Tools, a
division of Martin Sprocket & Gear, and further
expanded it’s product range and capacity.
Today, at Martin Tools, we are expanding our
forge capacity and investing in the future to
continue our commitment to manufacturing
quality industrial hand tools in the U.S.A. for
the automotive, industrial, and construction
markets in the 21st century.
WARNING: Wear safety goggles, user and bystander.
Cover2012.indd 2 1/21/13 9:48 AM