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B-RAD Xtreme Torque Wrench takes top honors in the Innovative Auto & Metal – Wrenches, Torque category.

(Abbotsford, BC – October 29, 2024) – RAD Torque Systems has been recognized with a prestigious 2024 Pro Tool Innovation Award for the B-RAD Xtreme (B-RAD X). Now in its 12th year, the Pro Tool Innovation Awards celebrate the most groundbreaking tools in the industry.

The B-RAD X was highly praised by the PTIA judges: “The B-RAD Xtreme (B-RAD X) bills itself as the world’s most powerful cordless torque wrench—and we have no reason to doubt it! The tool delivers an impressive 11,000 ft-lbs (15,000 Nm) of torque from a compact, ergonomic design. Resembling a cordless drill, the B-RAD X offers both speed and precision with an accuracy of 4% of the target torque. Its broad operational range and rapid performance in single-speed gearbox configurations make it ideal for a wide array of demanding industrial tasks.”

Dan Provost, Founder and President of RAD Torque Systems, commented, “It’s an honour to be recognized for innovation once again. The B-RAD X is a testament to our team’s dedication to developing cutting-edge torque solutions that deliver both power and precision.”

Pro Tool Innovation Award Content Manager Noelle Howe added, “Innovation comes in many forms. Award winners push boundaries, often introducing features no one has ever seen before. The work of teams and individuals who dare to think outside the box is evident throughout the Pro Tool Innovation Awards.”

This year’s competition saw over 100 manufacturers submit nearly 400 products. PTIA judges rigorously evaluated the tools based on power delivery, ergonomics, technological advancements, jobsite safety, and overall value, selecting only the most innovative for recognition.

About the Pro Tool Innovation Awards

The annual Pro Tool Innovation Awards (PTIA) began in 2013 and are judged by a panel of professional tradesmen and trade media representatives in the electrical, plumbing, MRO, and concrete fields as well as landscaping professionals, general contractors, mechanics, and builders. The Pro Tool Innovation Awards seek to discover and recognize the most innovative tools, accessories, and products across a wide variety of industries and categories. Learn more at protoolinnovationawards.com