Image shows a flange spreader, an industrial tool used for separating pipe flanges.
This specific model appears to be a mechanical or hydraulic wedge-style spreader, featuring stepped arms and a manual operation lever.
Flange spreaders are primarily used for maintenance, repair, and valve change-outs in pipelines and industrial equipment.
They work by inserting a wedge into a small access gap between flanges and applying force to separate them, allowing for gasket replacement or inspection.
The tool eliminates the need for manual methods like hammering, offering a safer and more controlled spreading process.