AES UK will showcase Wallmek’s Swedish-engineered modular hydraulic workshop tools at RTX Scotland 2026.. These tools are designed to simplify commercial vehicle repairs and improve workshop efficiency.
Swedish-Engineered Hydraulic Tools for Efficient Commercial Vehicle Repairs
Automotive Equipment Solutions (AES UK) will introduce the Wallmek range of specialist hydraulic workshop tools to the UK commercial vehicle sector at RTX Scotland, taking place at the SEC Glasgow on 18–19 November 2026. The equipment simplifies maintenance and repair procedures for trucks, trailers, buses and coaches.
Developed in Sweden, Wallmek is an established manufacturer of professional hydraulic workshop equipment, with a proven track record in demanding repair and maintenance applications. Its tools combine engineering expertise with practical solutions to common workshop challenges.
The Wallmek range supports professional workshops with specialist tools for removing and replacing difficult components. Its equipment reduces dismantling, minimises manual handling and helps technicians complete repairs more efficiently.
Modular Hydraulic System Offers Versatile Workshop Applications
A key feature of the Wallmek system is its modular design. This lets a single hydraulic cylinder work with multiple tools and attachments for different workshop applications. For example, a 32-tonne hydraulic cylinder can be used with tooling for wheel hub pulling, king pin removal and suspension bush removal and installation.
This lets workshops invest in a common hydraulic power system and progressively add application-specific tools as their requirements develop.
The range includes hydraulic king pin presses, wheel hub pullers, suspension bush removal and installation tools, ball joint separators and equipment for steering and axle repairs. Selected tools let technicians remove or replace components while keeping the relevant assemblies fitted to the vehicle, avoiding extra dismantling.
For commercial vehicle workshops and dealerships, the equipment simplifies labour-intensive repair procedures. This can potentially reduce workshop hours and improve technician and service-bay utilisation.
AES UK Highlights Wallmek Benefits for Fleet Maintenance and Workshop Efficiency
“Wallmek has an established reputation for Swedish engineering and practical, workshop-proven solutions,” says Tom Coad, Director of AES UK.
“The amount of dismantling involved in some commercial vehicle repairs can account for a significant proportion of the overall workshop time. Wallmek tools are designed to make these operations more straightforward, allowing technicians to remove and replace components with less dismantling and reduced physical effort.
“The modular system is also an important consideration for workshops. By using one hydraulic cylinder with different tools and attachments, technicians can undertake a range of maintenance and repair tasks without needing a separate hydraulic system for every application.”
For vehicle operators maintaining their own fleets, the main benefits include reduced maintenance-related downtime and faster vehicle return to service. The modular system also enables workshops to add application-specific tooling as maintenance requirements change.
Alongside the Wallmek introduction, AES UK will exhibit its established range of commercial vehicle workshop equipment. This includes JOSAM wheel alignment systems, induction heaters and vehicle jacks.
Visitors can see AES UK at RTX Scotland, SEC Glasgow, on Stand D70, 18–19 November 2026.
