Watching the Gordie Howe International Bridge rise across the Detroit River has been inspiring. This engineering marvel, one of the largest cable-stayed bridges in North America, demands thousands of flawless bolted connections in its towers, deck sections, and structural steel. Precision, speed, and safety are non-negotiable when you’re building something that will carry traffic between two countries for generations.
That’s exactly why tools like our HYTORC LST Lithium Series II battery torque wrench are built for projects of this scale.
Why the HYTORC LST Excels on Major Bridge Projects
The LST Lithium Series II is HYTORC’s most advanced cordless torque tool — and it’s perfectly suited for the demanding bolting work seen on the Gordie Howe Bridge:
- Cordless Freedom – No hoses or pumps to drag across scaffolding, towers, or elevated deck sections. Operators can move quickly and safely.
- Precision Torque & Angle Control – Delivers consistent, repeatable results critical for structural steel connections that must meet strict AISC and project specifications.
- Rundown + Torque Modes – Quickly snug nuts then switch to precise final torque — saving valuable time on every bolt.
- Lightweight & Powerful – Models range from compact units up to 8,000+ ft-lbs, yet many weigh under 10 lbs, reducing operator fatigue during long shifts at height.
- Real-Time Documentation – Bluetooth app connectivity provides verifiable records of every bolt — essential for quality assurance on landmark projects.
- Durability in Tough Conditions – Built to handle wind, weather, and the harsh outdoor environment along the Detroit River.
Whether it’s tensioning stay-cable anchor bolts, splicing steel girders, or securing deck panels, the LST helps crews complete bolted connections faster, safer, and with greater confidence.
HYTORC Michigan: Local Support for Michigan’s Biggest Projects
With locations in Plymouth and Grandville, we’re perfectly positioned to support contractors and crews working on major infrastructure across Southeast and West Michigan.
We offer:
- LST tool sales and demos
- Flexible rentals for outage-style bridge erection phases
- On-site training on proper bolting procedures
- Full service, calibration, and support
If you’re involved in bridge construction, structural steel erection, or any large-scale bolting project, the LST can dramatically improve your productivity and joint integrity.
Ready to Connect with Confidence?
Whether you’re working on the next phase of a major bridge, a power plant, refinery, or industrial maintenance project, let the HYTORC MICHIGAN LST help you build stronger, faster, and safer.
Call me directly at (888) 498-6722 Email: delliott@hytorcmichigan.com and let’s discuss how the LST Lithium Series II, or our full range of HYTORC tools, can support your upcoming bolted connections.
Proud to help build Michigan’s future, one precise torque at a time.
Don Elliott ASME Bolting Instructor & Bolting Specialist HYTORC Michigan
Plymouth & Grandville Locations – Serving All of Michigan
