Hoffmann Group Connected Tools – Windows app
Digitalise measurement processes and record them automatically
Would you like to make workflows more efficient and better integrate them into your production process? Are you looking for a functional and flexible solution with worker guidance for your production? Do you want to automate your documentation process and make it more reliable? We have the perfect solution for all your needs: the HCT Windows app.
It's very simple: order the HCT-Dongle from the eShop, download the software here, install it on a Windows device and get started with your HCT tools! This overview shows which HCT tools are compatible with the HCT Windows App.
The HCT Windows app offers you a number of advantages

Easily connect tools and transfer data wirelessly
Easy connection between app and measuring devices via Bluetooth®, with no annoying cables.

Central management of the measuring applications
Tools and measuring applications can be set up centrally and then easily transferred to production.

Easily create and customise workflows
Workflows can easily be created and adapted flexibly. No additional services and associated costs or training are required.

Automated and error-free recording of measurement data
All measurement data is reliably recorded and can be called up at any time. The automated transfer avoids errors and all measurements can be traced at any time.
Download HCT Windows app
Version: 2.13.7
Languages: de, en, fr, it, sk, es, pt, da, pl
Size: 31 MB
Date published: 18.08.2025
Windows operating system: Windows 10 or higher
General terms and conditions and terms of use
Release Notes
The following changes, improvements and bug fixes have been implemented in this software version:
Version 2.13.7
- New: Open Protocol Client functionality: Control of Open Protocol-based devices in the work plan
- Recording of live torque and angle values in a .csv file
- Most settings have been moved to the database so that they can be shared by all computers.
- Option to display working plan information, such as layer name or step name, on the torque wrench
- Backup copies of reports can be created if the original report fails to write.
- For further changes and detailed descriptions of the functions, see the user manual.
Version 2.12.10
- Fixed open protocol server: No negative values.
- Open Protocol: Result of Toque and Angle are Zero if screw was actuated against setpoint direction.
Version 2.12.8
- Fixed open protocol server sending positive values for tolerances and target value if the direction is
counter clockwise. - Fixed missing parameter set id in open protocol last tightening result if the direction is counter
clockwise. - Fixed crash when no database is loaded.
Version 2.12.7
- Widening of tolerances for screw cases
- Correction of the incorrect evaluation of tolerances in length measurement features with negative direction
- Improved sorting of features, devices and work plans in alphabetical order.
Version 2.12.5
- Assignment of dongle ID to station possible
- Torque test characteristics in cNm
- Optional limit for repetitions of steps in the work plan
- Placeholder in PDF report title possible
- Images for working plan steps from clipboard can be used
- Improvements in the OpenProtocol tab
- Text filter in characteristics tab
Version 2.11.10
- Integration of the Garant-TS Torque Screw Drivers
- Devices can be blocked for “Smart selection”
- Repeated work steps can be skipped for beeing displayed in the report.
- Automatic start of Bluetooth when a new dongle is plugged in
- Improved report of group measurements.
- Improved display of features in manual mode
- Bug fix station assignment
- Various bug fixes, e.g. crashes when accessing the database.
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Operating instructions
HCT Windows app manual
.NET Desktop Runtime
Microsoft software package (required)
Null-Modem Emulator
For connection to a third-party system (optional)
Firmware-Updates
Find the correct firmware version for your HCT product here.
The right solution for everyone
Modern features to optimise your production process
- Worker guidance – visually supported with images for each screwdriving case
- Password protection to prevent unauthorised access
- CAQ connection (MUX50, DMX16 protocols)
- .csv or .dfq files stored in a local folder
- The workpiece’s serial number is linked directly and automatically to the associated measurement value Up to 16
- HCT tools can be connected to a PC/laptop at the same time for each dongle
- Processes can be planned via the app (thanks to the bidirectional interface, screwdriving cases do not need to be created on the tool)







