The GYS Riveting Tool is a powerful piece of equipment that helps body shops join metal panels quickly and correctly. Modern cars use more aluminum and mixed materials than ever before, and welding alone is not always the right answer for every repair. The right riveting tool lets your shop work faster, meet OEM repair standards, and deliver stronger results for your customers. At Lombard Equipment, we have worked with more than 1,000 body shops across Massachusetts, Virginia, and Florida, and we know how big a difference the right equipment makes on the shop floor.
Why Today’s Cars Need Riveting
Modern vehicles are built with lightweight materials like aluminum and high-strength steel. Car makers use these materials to save fuel and keep drivers safer in a crash. But these materials cannot always be joined the same way as older steel panels. Rivets give body shops a clean, strong bond that matches what the factory used when the car was first built. Without the right riveting systems, your shop may not be able to repair these vehicles the right way — and that puts both the repair quality and the customer’s safety at risk.
What Is the GYS Riveting Tool?
The GYS Riveting Tool — also known as the GYSPRESS 10T — is an automatic, air-powered riveter made specifically for modern body shops. It can drive self-piercing rivets and standard flow form rivets with up to 10 tons of force. The tool is lightweight and easy to handle, so your technicians can stay productive all day long without getting worn out. It was designed by GYS, a trusted name in collision repair equipment with OEM approvals from dozens of major car makers around the world. The GYSPRESS 10T is built to help shops perform accurate, repeatable riveting jobs every time.
Key Features of the GYSPRESS 10T
The GYSPRESS 10T is packed with features that make it one of the best riveting tools on the market for collision repair shops. Here is a look at what it can do:
- Maximum pressure of 10 tons with a built-in pressure gauge (PSI)
- C-arm swivels 360° around the machine axle for easy access in tight spots
- Fast and easy arm changes to keep your workflow moving
- Magnetic die for simple and accurate rivet positioning
- Ergonomic handle and trigger designed for all-day comfort
- Compatible with an optional blind rivet adapter for even more versatility
- Comes ready to use — includes die kit, rivet box, straps, and arms right out of the box
Every feature of the GYSPRESS 10T is designed with the technician in mind. It helps cut down on fatigue and reduces the chance of mistakes, which means better repairs and less rework for your shop.
Self-Piercing Rivets vs. Flow Form Rivets
Two types of rivets are common in modern collision repair, and it is important to know the difference. Self-piercing rivets push through the top layer of metal without drilling a hole first, which speeds up the repair process. Flow form rivets use controlled force to create a tight, flush bond that works well on certain types of panels and joints. The GYS Riveting Tool handles both types smoothly, giving your shop the flexibility to work on many different vehicles and repair situations. Your technicians should always follow the OEM repair procedure for each specific vehicle to know which type of rivet is required and where each one should be placed.
How the GYS Riveting Tool Helps Body Shops Meet OEM Standards
Car makers publish specific repair procedures for every vehicle they produce. These procedures tell your team exactly how a repair must be done — including which fasteners to use, how much force to apply, and where each joint needs to go. Using the right GYS Riveting tool is a key part of meeting those standards. The GYSPRESS 10T is built to work within OEM guidelines, which means your shop can complete repairs with confidence and accuracy. Shops that follow OEM repair procedures also put themselves in a stronger position to earn important certifications that can attract more business and support higher labor rates.
Why Riveting Matters for Aluminum Repairs
Aluminum cannot be repaired the same way as traditional steel. Heat from a welder can weaken aluminum panels, warp the metal, or cause hidden structural damage that is hard to see until later. Riveting gives technicians a way to join aluminum parts without adding too much heat to the repair area. This keeps the structure of the vehicle strong and helps maintain the crash safety that the car maker originally built into the design. If your shop handles aluminum-intensive vehicles like newer pickup trucks, luxury sedans, or late-model SUVs, having a proper GYS Riveting Tool is not just helpful — it is essential.
GYS: A Brand Body Shops Can Trust
GYS is a French manufacturer with more than 90 engineers working constantly to improve its products and develop new solutions for the collision repair industry. The company holds OEM approvals from some of the largest car makers in the world, which means their tools are tested and trusted at the highest levels. GYS invests heavily in research and development, and regular software and hardware updates help protect your investment over the long term. When you choose a GYS tool, you are choosing equipment that is built to perform and backed by a company that takes quality seriously. Lombard Equipment is proud to be one of the leading distributors of GYS products across the East Coast and Southeast.
Why Choose Lombard Equipment for Your Riveting System
At Lombard Equipment, we have been helping collision repair shops for over 30 years. We have offices in Massachusetts (HQ), Virginia, and Florida, and we serve shops from Maine all the way to Miami. Over our history, we have intentionally removed inferior products from our lineup and only carry the best systems available. Our sales team is trained on every piece of equipment we sell, so they can help you pick the right system for your shop’s specific needs. Beyond the sale, we also offer in-shop training to make sure your technicians are confident and ready to work with any new equipment from day one.
In addition to riveting systems, we carry a full range of collision repair tools, including welding systems, frame machines, and ADAS calibration equipment. Our goal is to be the one shop that has everything your collision repair business needs to grow and succeed.
Conclusion
The GYS Riveting Tool is one of the most valuable investments a modern body shop can make. It helps your team work faster, follow OEM procedures, and handle today’s aluminum and mixed-material vehicles with the right technique every time. Whether you are upgrading old equipment or setting up a new shop, the GYSPRESS 10T gives you the performance and reliability your technicians need. At Lombard Equipment, we are ready to help you find the right riveting solution for your shop. Reach out to our sales team today and let us help you take your repairs to the next level.
