Hi-Loks are installed using a combination of tools. There are several different tools you can use to install the collar of a Hi-Lok, including manual torque tools and pneumatic torque tools.

Learning Objectives
  • Install a Hi-Lok
  • Use a pneumatic torque tool to install a Hi-Lok collar
  • Inspect the manufactured head of an installed Hi-Lok with a gap inspection shim
  • Inspect the collar of an installed Hi-Lok using a pin protrusion gauge
Language: English
Estimate Time (Hrs.): 0.9

Two different size Hi-Loks are required for this assembly: 5/16 inch and 3/16 inch.

Learning Objectives
  • Install a Hi-Lok
  • Use a hand tool to install a Hi-Lok collar
  • Inspect the manufactured head and collar of an installed Hi-Lok with a gap inspection shim
  • Inspect the collar of an installed Hi-Lok using a pin protrusion gauge
Language: English
Estimate Time (Hrs.): 0.9

This assembly requires three vertical rows of protruding head rivets.

Learning Objectives
  • Use a rivet gun and bucking bar to install protruding head rivets
  • Inspect the manufactured and driven heads of the rivets
Language: English
Estimate Time (Hrs.): 0.8

The tools and techniques used to remove rivets differ from those used to install rivets.

Learning Objectives
  • Mark the manufactured head of an installed rivet with a drill bit
  • Use a drill motor and drill bit to remove the manufactured head of an installed rivet
  • Use a pin punch and ball peen hammer to remove the shank of an installed rivet
Language: English
Estimate Time (Hrs.): 0.8

A specially designed pair of pliers called Hi-Lok collar pliers can be used to remove Hi-Lok collars.

These pliers deform the shape of the collar, loosening it from the Hi-Lok shank.

Learning Objectives
  • Use a pair of Hi-Lok pliers to grip the collar of an installed Hi-Lok
  • Use a pin punch and ball peen hammer to remove the shank of an installed Hi-Lok
Language: English
Estimate Time (Hrs.): 0.7