Skidmore Rentals
Rent calibrated Skidmore bolt tension calibrators for PIV and RoCap testing on steel and bridge projects.
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WHAT ARE SKIDMORE RENTALS?
Skidmore rentals give steel erectors, bridge contractors and inspectors a calibrated bolt tension calibrator for the length of a project, without the cost of buying one. A Skidmore tester measures the tension produced in high-strength structural bolts as they are tightened, so crews can carry out Pre-Installation Verification (PIV) and Rotational Capacity (RoCap) testing on site. WB Equipment rents Skidmore-style testers, including the lightweight Calibore, supplied with current calibration certificates traceable to NIST.
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Calibore 350K
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Calibore 1,000K
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Bushings & Front Plates
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Calibration Certificate
RENTALS
WB Equipment has provided jack & cylinder rentals for over 30 years,
We offer both short- and long-term rental options. Our extensive rental fleet includes high-quality hydraulic jacks, cylinders, torque and tension tools, lifting systems, and other specialized equipment. Serving industries such as construction, infrastructure, and energy,
SALES
WB Equipment provides hydraulic equipment rentals for the whole of the USA.
WB Equipment Rentals provides reliable, high-quality machinery for construction, industrial, and commercial projects. Their inventory includes hydraulic tools, lifting equipment, and power solutions designed for efficiency and safety.
SERVICE
WB Equipment has provided hydraulic jack & cylinder sevicing for over 30 years,
WB Equipment Servicing ensures machinery reliability through preventative maintenance, expert repairs, and safety checks. It minimizes downtime, extends equipment lifespan, and supports efficient, safe operations across industrial and construction environments.
Skidmore Rentals
"Power Under Pressure:
Skidmore Rentals from WB Equipment Corp."
Calibrated & Certified:
Every rental tester ships with a current certificate traceable to NIST.
350K and 1,000K:
Capacities to suit common structural bolt sizes.
Light and Portable:
Calibore basic unit weighs about 17½ lbs, in a wheeled case.
Fast Delivery:
Rentals shipped nationwide so testing starts on time. [1]
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PEJ1401B, Two Speed, Electric Hydraulic Pump, 4/3 Manual Valve,115V, Use with Double-Acting Cylinders
Product code: PEJ1401B
Max pressure: 10,000 psi
Power source: Electric
Action type: Double-acting
Capacity: 1.5 gal
Motor voltage: 115 V
HA7206B, 6ft., Thermo-plastic High Pressure Hydraulic Hose, .25 in. Internal Diameter
Product code: HA7206B
Oil capacity: 3.54 in³
Maximum pressure: 10,000 psi
Accuracy: 1% of full scale
Thread: 1/4 NPTF in
Gauge adaptor: GA3
GF813P, Hydraulic Force and Pressure Gauge, Imperial Scale, for use with 20, 30, and 60 ton Cylinders
Product code: GF813P
Tonnage range: 20, 30 & 60 ton
Face diameter: 4 in
Accuracy: 1% of full scale
Thread: 1/4 NPTF in
Gauge adaptor: GA3
Enerpac P39 Single Speed ULTIMA Steel Hydraulic Hand Pump, 41 in³ Usable Oil, 10,000 psi
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Max pressure: 10,000 psi
Max flow rate: 0.15 in³/stroke
Fluid capacity: 41 in³
Action type: Single-acting
Power type: Manual hand
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Select Your Requirements from Popular Categories
Popular Categories
Enerpac & Simplex - Hydraulic Cylinders
Enerpac Cylinders
Low-Height Cylinders
Low-profile cylinders designed for low clearance applications
Capacity: 5 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 0.24 – 2.44 in
Collapsed Height: 1.08 – 7.56 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Lock Nut Cylinders
Mechanically locking cylinders for safely holding a load
Capacity: 20 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 1.77 – 11.81 in
Collapsed Height: 4.94 – 28.90 in
Enerpac Cylinders
High Tonnage Cylinders
Cylinders with the highest quality construction for enhanced durability
Capacity: 50 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 1.97 – 11.81 in
Collapsed Height: 5.91 – 28.90 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Double-Acting Cylinders
Precise control and speed: the plunger advances and retracts hydraulically
Capacity: 4 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 1.13 – 48 in
Collapsed Height: 7.19 – 64.75 in
Simplex Cylinders
Lock Nut Cylinders
Lock nut cylinders for extended, mechanically locked load holding
Capacity: 34 – 575 tons
Stroke: 1.77 – 11.81 in
Simplex Cylinders
High Tonnage Cylinders
Heavy-duty single- and double-acting cylinders, with lock nut options
Capacity: Up to the 1,000-ton class
Stroke: 1.77 – 11.81 in
Simplex Cylinders
Center-Hole Cylinders
Single- and double-acting cylinders with a center tube for pulling and tensioning with a rod or cable
Capacity: 12 – 646 tons
Stroke: 0.31 – 10.12 in
Simplex Cylinders
Low Height Cylinders
Compact, low height cylinders for tight spaces
Capacity: 10 – 150 tons
Stroke: 0.44 – 2.44 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Hollow Plunger Cylinders
Hollow bore cylinders for pulling and tensioning with a bar or cable
Capacity: 12 – 660 tons
Stroke: 0.31 – 10.13 in
Center Hole Diameter: 0.68 – 5.31 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Lightweight Cylinders
Durable aluminum cylinders for applications where weight is a factor
Capacity: 10 – 150 tons
Stroke: 1.97 – 9.84 in
Collapsed Height: 6.06 – 20.59 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Pull Cylinders
Cylinders designed for pulling objects together or apart
Capacity: 2.5 – 60 tons
Stroke: 5.00 – 6.02 in
Collapsed Height: 10.44 – 43.71 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Telescopic Cylinders
Multi-stage cylinders designed for extended lift heights
Capacity: 5 – 75 tons
Stroke: 0.67 – 23.62 in
Collapsed Height: 1.77 – 18.74 in
Simplex Cylinders
General Purpose Cylinders
General purpose cylinders built to ANSI/ASME B30.1, rated 10,000 psi
Capacity: 5 – 150 tons
Stroke: 0.62 – 24 in
Simplex Cylinders
Aluminum Cylinders
Lightweight aluminum cylinders, including spring return, lock nut and center hole models
Capacity: 30 – 150 tons
Stroke: 2 – 10 in
Simplex Cylinders
Pull Cylinders
Single- and double-acting pull cylinders
Capacity: 2 – 100 tons
Stroke: 5 – 6 in
Simplex Cylinders
Cylinder Tonnages
The full Simplex cylinder range, sorted by tonnage
Capacity Class: 2 – 1,000 tons
Max Pressure: 10,000 psi
Enerpac Cylinders
Production Cylinders
High cycle cylinders compatible with mounting attachments to simplify fixturing
Capacity: 4 – 25 tons
Stroke: 1.13 – 10.25 in
Collapsed Height: 7.31 – 20.69 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Long Stroke Cylinders
12 to 48 in stroke cylinders designed for extended lift heights
Capacity: 10 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 12 – 48 in
Collapsed Height: 12.48 – 64.75 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Climbing Jacks
Designed for incremental lifting and lowering with cribbing
Capacity: 55 – 220 tons
Stroke: 5.91 – 6.34 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Single-Acting Cylinders
Simple operation: the plunger advances hydraulically in one direction
Capacity: 2.5 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 0.24 – 23.62 in
Collapsed Height: 1.08 – 43.71 in
Enerpac Cylinders
General Purpose Cylinders
Versatile steel cylinders designed for a wide range of applications
Capacity: 5 – 500 tons
Stroke: 0.63 – 48.00 in
Collapsed Height: 1.63 – 64.75 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Cylinder Tonnage
Enerpac cylinders categorized by tonnage
Capacity: 2.5 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 0.24 – 48.00 in
Collapsed Height: 1.08 – 64.75 in
Custom Cylinders
Center-Hole Cylinders
Center-hole cylinders designed and built by WB Equipment to your required capacity, stroke and hole size. Call our engineers to discuss your application.
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Strand Jacks
Computer-controlled strand jacks for lifting and lowering very heavy loads
Capacity: 17 – 1,405 tons
Stroke: 9.8 – 23.6 in
Max Pressure: 5,000 psi
SKIDMORE RENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
📘 What Are Skidmore Rentals?
A Skidmore rental supplies a bolt tension calibrator for a set period, so your crew can verify bolting on a project without owning the equipment.
The tester is mounted on a beam or table and bolts are tightened through it using the same tools and method as on the structure, while the gauge shows the bolt tension.
Rentals include the correct front plates and bushings for your bolt sizes and a current calibration certificate for inspectors.
⭐ Key Features & Benefits of Skidmore Rentals
Renting a bolt tester from WB Equipment gives you:
Current calibration
Certificates traceable to NIST with every rental.
Correct bushings
Front plates and hex bushings matched to your bolts.
Lightweight unit
Calibore weighs far less than older 45 lb testers.
Dual-scale gauge
Reads in pounds and kilonewtons.
Easy mounting
Beam clamp and table mounting options.
Flexible terms
Weekly, monthly or project-length rentals.
🔧 What Is Included in a Skidmore Rental
A typical Skidmore rental includes:
• Bolt tension calibrator (350K or 1,000K)
• Front plates and hex bushings for your bolt sizes
• Built-in adjustable reaction bar
• Beam clamp for mounting
• Wheeled carrying case
• Current calibration certificate
• Spacers and shims for grip length on request
🏗️ Common Uses for Skidmore Rentals
Skidmore rentals are used for:
• Pre-Installation Verification (PIV) testing
• Rotational Capacity (RoCap) testing
• Steel building erection
• Bridge construction and rehabilitation
• Wind tower and transmission structures
• Checking torque wrench and impact wrench settings
• Special inspection and QC programs
📈 Advantages of Renting a Skidmore Tester
Renting instead of buying offers:
No capital cost
Pay only for the duration of your project.
Always calibrated
No need to manage your own calibration schedule.
Right capacity
Rent 350K or 1,000K to suit the bolts.
Fast start
Tester arrives ready to use.
Support
Advice on test setup and procedures.
⚠️ Limitations to Plan For
When renting a Skidmore tester, plan for:
• Bolt diameters, grades and lengths to be tested
• Testing each bolt lot and at the start of each shift
• Using the same tools and washers as on the structure
• Bolts too short for the tester need other methods
• A solid beam or table for mounting
• Returning the tester with all bushings and plates
• Trained inspectors and test records
💡 Why Choose WB Equipment?
One supplier
Bolt testers, torque wrenches and calibration from one source.
Bolting expertise
Help setting up PIV and RoCap testing.
Rent or buy
Rent for a project or buy a tester for your crew.
Nationwide delivery
Equipment shipped to your jobsite, with overnight options.
🏭 Industries That Rent Skidmore Testers
• Steel erectors
• Bridge contractors
• Special inspection agencies
• Wind and transmission tower contractors
• Industrial and power plant contractors
• Departments of transportation
• General contractors
🧭 How to Choose the Correct Skidmore Rental
Selecting the right rental depends on:
• Bolt diameters and grades
• Required pretension and tester capacity
• Bolt lengths and grip range
• Tightening method on site
• Rental duration
• Certificate requirements of your inspector
WB Equipment can help choose the correct Skidmore rental. Call 866-522-5464.
📋 What We Need From You
To quote or recommend equipment, please send:
• Bolt diameters, grades and lengths
• Tightening method used on site
• Number of testers needed
• Rental start date and duration
• Jobsite location
• Certificate requirements
• Project specifications
How Skidmore Rental Works
Tell us the bolt diameters and grades on your project and we'll send a calibrated Skidmore-style tester with the right bushings and plates for each size. Rentals last as long as you need, from a single day of PIV testing to a whole erection program.
Testers arrive calibrated with a certificate, so results can go straight into your QA records. When the job is done, return the kit and we handle the inspection and recalibration.
Who Rents Skidmore Testers?
Skidmore rentals are used by anyone who needs to prove bolt tension on site, including:
● Steel erectors: daily PIV testing before installing high-strength bolts.
● Bridge contractors: RoCap testing of galvanized bolt assemblies.
● Special inspectors: independent checks of bolting procedures.
● Fabricators: testing bolt lots before steel ships.
● Plant maintenance teams: verifying bolted connections during repairs.
Renting avoids the cost of buying, and calibrating every year, a tester that may only be needed for part of the year.
Your Questions Answered - Skidmore Rentals
Can I rent a Skidmore bolt tester?
Yes. WB Equipment rents Skidmore-style bolt tension calibrators, including the Calibore, for short- and long-term projects.
Is the rental tester calibrated?
Yes. Every rental is supplied with a current calibration certificate traceable to NIST.
What capacities can I rent?
350K and 1,000K bolt tension calibrators.
Are bushings included?
Yes. We supply the front plates and hex bushings for the bolt sizes you tell us about.
What tests can I perform?
Pre-Installation Verification (PIV) and Rotational Capacity (RoCap) tests on high-strength structural bolts.
How long can I rent a Skidmore tester?
Rentals are available weekly, monthly or for the length of your project.
How heavy is the rental unit?
The Calibore basic unit weighs about 17½ lbs and comes in a wheeled case.
Can the tester check my torque wrench?
Yes. Tightening bolts through the tester shows what tension your wrench setting produces.
What if my bolts are too short for the tester?
Bolts that do not fit the tester need alternative verification methods given in the specification.
How quickly can you ship a rental?
We ship nationwide, with overnight delivery available.
Can I buy a tester after renting?
Yes. Talk to us about purchasing a bolt tester for ongoing work.
Do you calibrate testers I already own?
Yes. We calibrate Skidmore-Wilhelm and other bolt testers in house.
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