Between tight timelines and the demands of high-pressure systems, portable piping crews must tackle hard, repetitive work in very tough conditions—often for long stretches at a time.
When your team is installing miles of quick-connect pipe, the physical toll adds up fast. From pinched fingers to strained backs and shoulders, setting up and tearing down portable piping comes with its share of risk.
That’s why safety directors, operations managers, and regional directors are always looking for smarter ways to minimize injuries without slowing the job down. Wolf Creek’s Warhammer multi-closing tool was designed for exactly that. The Warhammer takes the strain out of opening and closing quick-connect fittings, making it faster, easier, and safer for crews to set up and teardown.
As the holiday season draws near, here’s why the Warhammer is the gift that keeps on giving:
1. Easily Open and Close Both A-Type and B-Type Fittings
Because the Warhammer is double-ended, it’s like getting two tools in one. It uses leverage to make it quick and easy to connect and disconnect both B-type (Genuine Bauer) and A-type (Anfor) fittings.
How to Use the Warhammer: For true Genuine Bauer 4-inch to 8-inch fittings and only A-Type 10-inch fittings, slide the sleeve end of the Warhammer over the lever to open the fitting.
For 10-inch to 12-inch B-type fittings, use the machine-forked end of the Warhammer to lift the lever and close the fitting.
For 12-inch A-type fittings, use the pegged end by the sleeve to slide directly into the fitting and pry it open.
2. Minimize Injury Risk
Without the Warhammer, it’s common for crews to try opening and closing fittings with whatever happens to be on site. Sometimes that’s a piece of wrought iron tubing, a section of pipe, or even a mallet. As you can imagine, these improvised workarounds aren’t the safest or most efficient route.
Having a purpose-made tool is a game-changer for both safety and speed. The Warhammer helps to reduce the risk of common portable piping injuries, such as:
- Pinched or jammed fingers and hands
- Back injuries and shoulder strain
- Overuse injuries from repetitive movements
When your crew is tasked with assembling miles of pipe, it’s worth stocking up on Warhammers to keep your team safe and productive throughout the entire project.
3. Protect Equipment Investments
Using improper tools for portable piping setup and teardown isn’t just a safety risk. It can be hard on your equipment, too. Without the right tools, your fittings could become dented and damaged, putting the leak-proof connection your project relies on at risk.
The Warhammer is made to apply leverage in the right places without damaging fittings, helping you:
- Avoid unnecessary wear and tear on your fittings
- Maintain a secure connection
- Protect your equipment investment over the long haul
Bottom line: the Warhammer is the one tool you need to connect and disconnect pipe and hose fittings safely, without causing unnecessary damage to your valuable equipment.
Want a Warhammer in Your Stocking?
The best gift you can give your team is a safer setup and teardown every single time they’re on the jobsite.
As budgets close out for the year, now’s a great time to stock up on Warhammers for all your upcoming projects. Our Warhammers are affordably priced, making them a smart year-end purchase that delivers real safety and productivity benefits all year long.
Reach out to Wolf Creek today to get Warhammer multi-closing tools added to your 2026 inventory list, so your crews can start the new year with the right tool in hand.