09.09.2026
Manual documentation: risk relating to quality and traceability
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Manual paper-based bolting sequences and documentation are a tried-and-tested way of organising work. The same applies to manually adjusting the torque wrench. However, the main disadvantage is that we are all humans and make mistakes. This article will explain how these mistakes come about and how eClick protects against them.
A lot of workers use assembly lists containing bolting sequences, including the respective tightening torques on a daily basis. The torque is manually adjusted on the torque wrench from one bolt to the next; the ‘tick’ in a box acknowledges correct tightening.
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Records kept manually are prone to error
The problem is that mistakes can happen as you work through the order. These include mixing up lines in a table, reading figures wrongly, numbers being switched around or inaccurate adjustments on the tool. Last but not least, workers may forget to consult the documentation at all. As a result, bolts aren't tightened correctly. And, should a complaint be raised, there is no way of proving beyond doubt that the connection was made properly. Should it come to recourse claims, things can get expensive.
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Working with digital sequences
With eClick torque tools from STAHLWILLE, all this is consigned to history. All data is input digitally. Even extensive bolting sequences can be produced on a PC and transferred to the tool, where they can be easily accessed. Once a bolt has been successfully tightened, the tool automatically undertakes the next step and automatically performs all the adjustments. There is virtually no scope for incorrect manual inputs or mix-ups. What's more, eClick guarantees reliable documentation. Every tightening process is automatically recorded and the parameters stored protected against manipulation – ideal should quality checks be performed later or recourse claims be made.
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Smart features
eClick technology from STAHLWILLE also comes with two further benefits: the eClick angle-controlled torque wrench automatically switches from torque mode to angle of rotation mode at just the right moment and also has integrated ‘Fixing Detection’: it detects whether a bolt has already been tightened. This prevents workers from tightening bolts twice by mistake.
Conclusion: No need to keep track of bits of paper, no mix-ups, no incorrect inputs, no duplicate tightening: eClick from STAHLWILLE makes work more efficient and more reliable!
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Frequently asked questions about bolting sequences and documentation
The benefits of manually managed bolting sequences include their low threshold to entry and low costs. However, they bring with them the risk of mistakes, such as reading the wrong line in a table or numbers being switched around, which may have serious consequences.
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