Компактная пила CHS — компактная и легкая ручная пила высокой мощности, работающая со скоростью 5000 об/мин, способная без труда прорезать толстостенные трубы. За многие годы использования на производственных участках эти пилы доказали свою надежность и оснащаются всеми необходимыми функциями.
Wire-flip is a common frustration that can happen to even the most seasoned welders. It can cause project delays, result in poor quality, and create an enormous headache for whoever encounters this unfortunate situation. Tom Boucher, a veteran CLIMAX application engineer and welder, provides the...
Advanced Portable Machining, based in Calmar, Alberta, Canada, repaired a 192-inch (4876.8 mm) support ring inside a vessel 5 feet (1524 mm) down. The ring was overlayed with stainless steel and needed to be machined down to specification. Foot supports were built as the CLIMAX CM6200...
Whether you’re re-facing flanges or repairing seals and bearing fits, the CLIMAX FF6300 Flange Facer is the perfect machine for customers operating in industries such as power generation, oil & gas, and heavy equipment. The FF6300 is sized to machine flanges ranging from 12 to 60 inches...
CLIMAX, an S.F.E. Group brand, invites you to visit us at the Sea Air Space show on April 8-10, 2024, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Maryland, booth 118. Sea-Air-Space is the premier maritime exposition in the U.S., featuring defense industry leaders and major military decision-makers from...
TRAMMING THE PORTABLE MILLING MACHINE ASSEMBLY As promised last week, we are giving you a closer look at the portable milling machine head assembly and how to get the results you’re looking for as you begin machining with your CLIMAX portable milling machines. We’ll review...
QUICK AND EASY SETUP AND ALIGNMENT OF PORTABLE MILLING MACHINES CLIMAX portable milling machines are designed for quick and easy setup. With proper attention to setup and alignment procedures, your milling machine will be ready to provide precise, versatile, on-the-job milling capabilities. “The LM6200 is a...
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN AMPERAGE & STEP When it comes to welding parameters, the relationship between amperage and step (as far as bead placement goes) doesn’t have to be a mystery. Let’s examine how using different amperage and rotation speeds can affect step size. Typical welding...
Ward Vessel & Exchanger, out of Charlotte, North Carolina, utilized the CLIMAX CM6200 Circular Mill to successfully machine the face of this 12 ft diameter 110,000 lb. heat exchanger. Acknowledgment for this job is also due to the team at Buckhorn Services for their onsite field machining...
A few years ago, William Higginbotham, out of Scott, Louisiana, and the team at General Electric used a customized CLIMAX BB8000 line boring machine to update a GE D11 Steam Turbine Casing onsite at a power plant. The CLIMAX BB8100 Line Boring Machine: The model of versatility, this...
We are pleased to announce the top five 2023 Picture of the Year finalists. We have been honored to showcase the work of our customers and highlight their successes using CLIMAX, BORTECH, H&S TOOL, and CALDER machines. Thank you to all 18 of our finalists...
Atlas Machine & Supply uses four (4) CLIMAX BB6100 Line Boring setups to successfully re-machine this large gearbox. Atlas is a full-service Machine Shop and Field Machining group based in Louisville, Kentucky. The CLIMAX BB6100 Line Boring Machine: The most compact in our line of traveling...
CLIMAX, the industry’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, is excited to merge with S.F.E. Group, based in Houston, Texas. S.F.E offers the world’s most comprehensive range of pipe fabrication, orbital welding, and cutting solutions. Together, these companies will now offer the...
CLIMAX, the industry’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, is excited to merge with S.F.E. Group, based in Houston, Texas. S.F.E offers the world’s most comprehensive range of pipe fabrication, orbital welding, and cutting solutions. Together, these companies will now offer the...
CLIMAX, the industry’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, is excited to merge with S.F.E. Group, based in Houston, Texas. S.F.E offers the world’s most comprehensive range of pipe fabrication, orbital welding, and cutting solutions. Together, these companies will now offer the...
CLIMAX, the industry’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, is excited to merge with S.F.E. Group, based in Houston, Texas. S.F.E offers the world’s most comprehensive range of pipe fabrication, orbital welding, and cutting solutions. Together, these companies will now offer the...
CLIMAX, the industry’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, is excited to merge with S.F.E. Group, based in Houston, Texas. S.F.E offers the world’s most comprehensive range of pipe fabrication, orbital welding, and cutting solutions. Together, these companies will now offer...
Pipe Fittings & Accessories for Pipe Handling Applications CLIMAX, the industry’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, is excited to merge with S.F.E. Group, based in Houston, Texas. S.F.E offers the world’s most comprehensive range of pipe fabrication, orbital welding, and...
The Makers of the World’s Finest Pipe Cutting, Beveling, Alignment and Rigging Equipment. CLIMAX, the industry’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, is excited to merge with S.F.E. Group, based in Houston, Texas. S.F.E offers the world’s most comprehensive range of...
Please Join CLIMAX for our Annual Customer Appreciation Event in Deer Park, Texas! Thank you for being our valued customer. To show our gratitude, we’re pleased to invite you and your team to attend our customer appreciation event on December 14, 2023. With the recent Merger of...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its expanded partnership with Trey Parrish and Bird Dog Industrial Solutions. Bird Dog Industrial Solutions will now represent, sell, and rent the full range of CLIMAX, BORTECH, H&S TOOL, and CALDER equipment from...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success, and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing to our network of 167k+ followers on social media. Last year’s winner from John Ward and Ward Vessel &...
The Pioneering Continues: Expanding our offering as the premier ‘one-call / one-stop’ solution for portable, highly engineered machining and specialized fabrication tools. CLIMAX, based in Newberg, Oregon, pioneered the portable machine tool business and has been the industry’s leading manufacturer for almost 60 years. S.F.E. Group, based...
Atlas Machine & Supply, out of Louisville, Kentucky, used a CLIMAX CM6200 Milling Machine in fabricating this large fixture. Kyle Spencer and the Atlas team creatively positioned the setup and mounting legs to perform the work. The CLIMAX CM6200 Circular Mill: For machining large flanges 73.5 –...
By Dave Baker, Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Climax Portable Machine Tools Catastrophic events like refinery fires or deadly explosions in processing plants underscore the critical importance of our dedication to protecting our staff and our valuable assets. To ensure operational excellence, employee...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce it has expanded its partnership with Vital Industrial Solutions and opened a new Sales and Rental location in Hammond, Indiana, to serve industrial markets and customers in the Chicago...
CLIMAX invites you to visit us at the Heat Exchanger World Conference & Expo on October 17 — 18, 2023, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Texas, booth 1004. The expo will be free to attend for event visitors and will feature the newest technologies in the heat...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce the new partnership with the Dutch company NOVUS Special Tools bv. NOVUS Special Tools is based in Alblasserdam, close to Rotterdam, and will represent, support, and maintain the...
Brown’s Portable Machining & Welding out of Edmonton, Alberta, utilizes eight (8) CLIMAX BB5000 Line Boring setups to refurbish two 64-yard (58.5-meter) buckets from a Caterpillar 7495 electric rope shovel in Fort McMurray. These buckets have 24 bores and require 13 to 14 setups to...
Brown’s Portable Machining & Welding out of Edmonton, Alberta, utilizes eight (8) CLIMAX BB5000 Line Boring setups to refurbish two 64-yard (58.5-meter) buckets from a Caterpillar 7495 electric rope shovel in Fort McMurray. These buckets have 24 bores and require 13 to 14 setups to...
Do you have questions regarding your CLIMAX portable mill? Or are you considering purchasing a portable mill? Jim Miller, Sr. Product and Applications Expert for CLIMAX, shares commonly asked questions he receives in this previously recorded question and answer session! Do you have questions regarding...
CLIMAX and our local representative AL NATHEEL OIL FIELD EQUIPMENT EST, will be at ADIPEC 2023 from 2-5 October 2023, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, stand 15327, hall 15. ADIPEC is the world’s largest and most inclusive gathering for the energy industry. Our team will be on-site...
Out of Casper, Wyoming, HAMM Equipment uses the CLIMAX LM6200 Gantry Mill with a customized roller path mill to restore a Caterpillar 7495 car body. The CLIMAX LM6200 Linear/Gantry Mill: The CLIMAX LM6200 is the most powerful portable milling machine. A revolutionary, heavy-duty mill that...
CLIMAX invites you to visit us at FABTECH 2023 on September 11-14, 2023, at McCormick Place in Chicago, booth B27070. FABTECH is North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event. CLIMAX, the world’s premier choice for portable machining and welding machines, will be...
Accurately leveling and centering your flange facer is an essential part of machining. To save time and ensure a project is cost-efficient, it’s crucial that operators complete this set-up process the right way before beginning a machining job. With limitations around how thin flange material...
Employee safety has to be priority number one, and most companies would prefer to avoid an OSHA audit if they can prevent it. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has training requirements in fall protection, electrical safety, lockout-tagout, respiratory protection, and machine guarding. One...
T&T In Situ Machining out of Norderstedt, Germany, uses a CLIMAX CM6200 Circular Mill to machine the landing surface of a transition piece as part of a monopile for an offshore wind turbine. The challenge was machining in a confined space 6m deep within the...
Designed for shaft diameters from 0.75 to 10.5 inches (19.1 to 266.7 mm), the CLIMAX KM3000 Key Mill is the tool that started it all more than 50 years ago! The KM3000 Portable Key Mill is a simple, rugged, dependable machine tool designed to cut...
Preventing leaks and maintaining effective sealing of flanged surfaces is crucial in the oil, gas and chemical industry. Regular inspection and preventative maintenance procedures can help prevent crises and ensure operations run efficiently. Flanged surfaces that require preventative maintenance include a raised face, flat face,...
We invite you to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for more great information! CLIMAX is the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, and we’re excited about making it easier for you to connect with us. Get...
The FF6300 Flange Facer delivers high-torque performance to quickly re-surface flanges and repair sealing and bearing surfaces efficiently and cost-effectively. It can be configured in either ID, OD, or surface-mount configurations for a variety of machining applications, with a quick and easy changeover. Facing diameters...
Peninsula Iron Works, out of Portland, Oregon, used a BORETECH BW5000 Auto Bore Welder to weld up the mantle seat of a Symons 7 ft rock crusher in preparation for re-machining it back to the proper profile. Blake Westing says, “Mounting a unit like this...
What are the advantages of having infinitely variable feed rates when flange facing? Jim Miller, Sr. Product and Applications Expert for CLIMAX, shares his thoughts in this previously recorded question and answer session! Do you have questions regarding your Flange Facing project? Contact us today...
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CLIMAX | CALDER invites you to visit us at the Valve World Americas Expo & Conference on June 7 & 8, 2023, at the George R Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, booth 1537. Valve World Americas Expo & Conference is the largest exhibition for services, equipment, and other valve...
The CALDER HYDROPRO™ Universal Straight Valve (USV) Tester is the most versatile and user-friendly tester in the industry! The USV system uses our patented Easy-Out Seal Plate™ holders which allows quick change-out of seal plates from flanged to other valve end type connections with minimal effort....
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing. Our website is seen by tens of thousands of visitors every month from across the globe! Submitting your success story is...
As equipment ages and undergoes heavy-lift stress, malleable metals can warp and become worn, leading to performance issues, loss of productivity, and costly damage. Simplifying welding and machining processes is a key component to reducing such costs. Machining and welding are the best ways to...
The new FF5300 Flange Facer is designed to significantly decrease setup time for users. The innovative chuck and arm assembly, easy leveling system, and lightweight modular components ensure a faster and more accurate setup, so that in optimal conditions, one user can setup and begin cutting...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing. Our website is seen by tens of thousands of visitors every month from across the globe! Submitting your success story is...
The TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ is the perfect solution for service teams to complete in-field testing of freshly refurbished valves. The self-contained Turn-Around-Tester™ will fit in any full-sized pickup bed with the controls positioned to ergonomically allow the operator to complete the testing even when it’s still in...
Blue Ridge Industrial, out of Gillette, Wyoming, fabricated special mounts to use the CM6200 Circular Mill to mill the upper and lower rail pads on a Caterpillar 7495 Shovel in Robinson, Nevada. The alignment had to be concentric and perpendicular to the center pin bore. Blue Ridge Industrial...
Today, more and more companies are managing their budgets more conservatively. For the last 48 years, H&S TOOL has been working with customers to provide an easier, more cost-effective way to machine stub removal applications. Stub removal is anything but standard, but with the right...
Are Multiple Inline Bores an Issue Due to Torch Sag? By Tom Boucher, Applications Engineer/Technical Support at CLIMAX – March 2023 Do you ever need to reach long distances with your bore welder? Have you encountered torch sag? Torch sag can occur when your bore...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing. Our website is seen by tens of thousands of visitors every month from across the globe! Submitting your success story is...
Atlas Machine & Supply from Louisville, Kentucky, using two CLIMAX LM6000 Linear Mills to machine forging press surfaces back to spec in the western US. Ron O’Donoghue, Field Service Account Manager for Atlas, said, «Atlas’s On-site machining Division has used CLIMAX equipment the last four...
The CLIMAX BB5000 Micro Adjust Boring Head is a fast, easy, and accurate way to adjust the tool bit to make the bore larger. See how you can extend the versatility of your CLIMAX BB5000 line boring machine. In this video, thirty-five-year portable machine tool veteran Jim Miller,...
We are pleased to announce the top five 2022 Picture of the Year finalists. We have been honored to showcase the work of our customers and highlight their successes using CLIMAX, BORTECH, H&S TOOL, and CALDER machines. Thank you to all 20 of our finalists...
We are pleased to announce the winner of our 2022 Picture of the Year contest! Congratulations to Jon Ward and Ward Vessel & Exchanger out of Charlotte, North Carolina, for submitting an image of the CLIMAX CM6200 Circular Mill machining the face of this 12 ft...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing. Our website is seen by tens of thousands of visitors every month from across the globe! Submitting your success story is...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in promoting the successes of field machinists across the globe. We are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work they are doing to our network of 165k+ followers on social media. Our 2022 Picture of...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in promoting the successes of field machinists across the globe. We are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work they are doing to our network of 165k+ followers on social media. Our 2022 Picture of...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in promoting the successes of field machinists across the globe. We are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work they are doing to our network of 165k+ followers on social media. Our 2022 Picture of...
Rectiequipos SAS in Bogota, Colombia using a CLIMAX CM6200 Circular Mill to machine the upper slew ring seat surface on a Komatsu mining shovel. No welding was allowed to secure the machine, so a custom fixture was designed to help set up the circular mill using the shovel’s...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success, and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing to our network of 167k+ followers on social media. DON’T WAIT! The deadline for submission is December 31, 2022....
Martin Bachmann Keller EIRL, based in Lima, Peru, is using a modified CLIMAX KM3000 Key Mill to mill a notch on a gas turbine shaft. When the site was told the job couldn’t be completed immediately and it would take 20 weeks, MBK and the team...
Join us at Maintenance and Resilience OSAKA 2022 — The 48th Plant Maintenance Show from 7–9 Dec at INTEX Osaka Hall 4 Booth 4A-30 in Japan! We will also be conducting live demos of the CLIMAX FF5300 flange facer in action! We look forward to...
CLIMAX invites you to visit us at the Heat Exchanger World Conference & Expo on November 16 — 17, 2022, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Texas, booth 1004. The expo will be free to attend for event visitors and will feature the newest technologies in the heat transfer industry....
YOU’RE INVITED! Please Join CLIMAX for our Annual Customer Appreciation Events. Thank you for being our valued customer. To show our gratitude, we’re pleased to invite you and your team to attend any of our customer appreciation events being held in December. SULPHUR, LOUISIANA December 6,...
Avoid equipment damage and production delays with the Brunson optical boring alignment system. Commonly used with the CLIMAX BB5000 line boring machine, this alignment system is a simple and accurate way to align 2.25-inch bearings over distances from 2 to 30 ft (609.6 – 9144...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with the Turkish company BMC MARINE MUHENDISLIK LTD. STI. BMC MARINE is based in Pendik / İSTANBUL and will represent, support, and maintain the full...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL will be exhibiting at Bauma at the Trade Fair Center Messe München from 24-30. October 2022. You will find us in Area EWE, Stand 05 (EWE.05). Our technical experts will be on-site demonstrating the capabilities of the BB8100 Line Boring Machine. BB8100 Line Boring Machine The model...
Visit CLIMAX | H&S TOOL at IN.STAND in Stuttgart from the 18th to the 19th of October 2022. You will find us at stand 2C19, hall C2. Our team will be on-site presenting the latest CLIMAX and H&S TOOL products! Our technical experts will be on-site demonstrating...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success, and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing to our network of 167k+ followers on social media. DON’T WAIT! The deadline for submission is December 31, 2022....
YOU’RE INVITED! VISIT OUR MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA HEADQUARTERS IN DUBAI, UAE 1st & 2nd November 2022 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM Meet the experts from CLIMAX and learn about our new tools and technology offerings. Attendees will receive exclusive event-only offers towards the purchase or...
To serve our customers faster and more efficiently, CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, has opened a new sales and rental facility in France. Our location in France gives our customers better access to industry-leading equipment and...
We often get requests for heavy-duty drills from technicians in various industries from Shipbuilding & Repair, Aerospace, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Mining, and Heavy Construction. The need is for a heavy-duty, portable drill for a variety of hole sizes in various metal structures and...
CLIMAX and our local representative for South Africa Machine Cutting Services (MCS) will be exhibiting at Electra Mining Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa, from the 5th to the 9th of September 2022. You’ll find us in Hall 6 — Stand K2. Our team will be...
Ward Vessel & Exchanger, based in North Carolina, USA, uses an H&S TOOL AFC 66-inch (1676.4 mm) Clamshell to complete an internal weld overlay repair. To accomplish this, Ward used the H&S TOOL Clamshell to cut off the lower section to have full access to...
We often get requests for heavy-duty drills from technicians in various industries from Shipbuilding & Repair, Aerospace, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Mining, and Heavy Construction. The need is for a heavy-duty, portable drill for a variety of hole sizes in various metal structures and...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Bird Dog Industrial Solutions. Bird Dog Industrial Solutions will represent, sell, rent, and support the full range of CLIMAX, BORTECH, H&S TOOL, and CALDER equipment...
TOMCO Group of Companies, based in Edmonton, Alberta, refurbished a CAT 7495 HF electric rope shovel with a CLIMAX LM6200 Gantry Mill. TOMCO milled the side frame mounting pads and shear ledge back into spec after wearing in northern Alberta’s oilsands mine. The CLIMAX LM6200...
The CALDER PROSET Pilot Valve Tester is a cost-effective way to perform the functionality of the pilot in Pressure Operated Relief Valves (PORV) with unsurpassed quality and ease of use. ROBUST, EASY TO USE, AND STATE OF THE ART Tests both modulating and snap-acting pilot...
We often get requests for heavy-duty drills from technicians in various industries from Shipbuilding & Repair, Aerospace, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Mining, and Heavy Construction. The need is for a heavy-duty, portable drill for a variety of hole sizes in various metal structures and...
The KM3000 Key Mill, invented by CLIMAX 55 years ago, is the machine that pioneered the portable machine tool industry! A small but rugged machine, able to cut full-depth keyways or mill flats quickly, without requiring extensive dismantling or costly set-up time. In this video,...
The CALDER QUICKSET™ Safety Relief Valve Testers set a new standard for Pressure Relief Valve Testing and provide valve technicians with unrivaled performance, volume, flow, and ease of use. ROBUST, EASY TO USE, MODULAR, AND HIGHLY CONFIGURABLE The unique high flow design allows for free...
The new lineup of CALDER QUICKSET™ Safety Relief Valve Testers raises the bar with unrivaled performance and ease of use. QUICKSET™ SRV Testers are designed to match all your valve testing needs with base machines of different tonnage while offering more than 50 different configurations...
40 years ago, CALDER began manufacturing Valve Testers because founder, John Emmitte, realized that companies were not testing valves properly. Even today, many pressure relief valve testers are homemade or fabricated in a manner that does not provide the valve with enough volume, and are...
The BORTECH automated welders offer high-quality, affordable welding performance for bore, flange, and valve repair and are offered with a wide variety of accessories. In this video, Fitz Acheson, our Applications Engineer and Technical Trainer, demonstrates capabilities and shares his thoughts in this previously recorded question and answer session!...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL will be exhibiting at the BIEMH Expo at the BILBAO Exhibition Centre in Spain from the 13th to the 17th of June 2022. You will find us in hall 1, booth A39. Our technical experts will be on-site demonstrating the capabilities of the BB8100 Line Boring Machine....
We’re excited to announce that CLIMAX will be exhibiting at the Elko Mining Expo show on June 9 and 10 in Elko, Nevada, USA. You’ll find us at booth 43. Our booth will feature the BORTECH BW1000 Auto Bore Welder. Other machines on display: BB4500 Line Boring machine BB3000 Line Boring...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce the new partnership with the Czech company WAFAREX s.r.o. Based in Třinec, WAFAREX s.r.o. will represent, support, and maintain the full product line of CLIMAX portable machine tools,...
We often get requests for heavy-duty drills from technicians in various industries from Shipbuilding & Repair, Aerospace, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Mining, and Heavy Construction. The need is for a heavy-duty, portable drill for a variety of hole sizes in various metal structures and...
The CALDER HYDROPRO™ Universal Straight Valve Tester (USV) and Universal Flange Valve Tester (UFV) are the safest, most accurate, and most versatile advanced valve testing systems in the industry. When paired with the HYDROPRO™ Console, HYDROPRO™ valve testing systems are capable of hydrostatic tests up...
A compact, rugged portable lathe for onsite re-turning of small shafts or journals, the PL2000 Portable Lathe mounts on the end of the shaft. It gets the job done with just 7 inches (177.8 mm) of radial clearance. It’s simplified mounting, bolted directly to the...
The CLIMAX BB5000 small-bore kit is an easy way to convert your 2.5-inch drive down to a 1.25-inch bar, allowing you to machine in smaller bores. See how you can extend the versatility of your CLIMAX BB5000 line boring machine. In this video, thirty-five-year portable...
THE COMBINATION OF AUTOMATED BORE WELDING AND MACHINING LIVE FORUM? Machining and welding are the best ways to restore equipment to correct specifications, minimizing the need for additional capital investments. This combination reduces weld time and improves productivity for welders and machinists. Because the BW3000 Auto Bore...
Pivot Point Welding and Line Boring Ltd in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada, using the CLIMAX BB5000 Line Boring System to re-machine the bores on this John Deere 850D Excavator. These repairs often require the technician to use an Auto Bore Welder similar to the BORTECH...
In-Situ Machining based in Alberta Canada using their 13-year-old CLIMAX FF8200 flange facer to machine a 108 inch (2743.2 mm) diameter flange face on a 27-degree angle on top of a catalyst converter. In-Situ was able to achieve an 80 RMS surface finish with a...
Keep your questions coming! From advice on flange facing solutions to information about our global training offerings, we have an answer readily available for you. To help our customers stay up to date on the many different ways CLIMAX can support you and your company with...
Distractions, improper usage, insufficient experience, deviation from best practices, or adverse chance events in the work environment can lead to worker injuries. To further mitigate against these hazards, the Defender™ Protection System safeguards operators, creating a much safer work environment for onsite machinists across the...
We are pleased to announce the winners of our 2021 Picture of the Year contest. We have been honored to showcase the work of our customers and highlight their successes using CLIMAX, BORTECH, H&S TOOL, and CALDER machines. Thank you to all 21 of our...
We invite you to stop by ( row 7, space 702 ) and visit with our team for award-winning BBQ, drinks, 90’s music, and giveaways as we kick off the season at the #HASC Tailgate Extravaganza this Friday! Are you attending the Tailgate Extravaganza? Yes,...
Maximizing alignment and precision can be very difficult when boring holes that are far apart. You could use an extra-long boring bar, but you would need to compensate for deflection (sag) over the unsupported span. The greater the span, the more sag in the bar. Other ad...
Do you have questions regarding your CLIMAX portable mill? Or, are you considering purchasing a portable mill? Jim Miller, our Global Director of Training & Applications Engineering for CLIMAX, shares commonly asked questions he receives in a LIVE forum on January 26, 2022, at 7:00...
Jim Miller is the Global Director of Training; Applications Engineering at CLIMAX, the world’s foremost manufacturer of portable machining and welding tools for on-site machining. For the past 33 years, Jim has been working closely with on-site machinists on every continent, helping them to be successful in...
H&S TOOL Delivers the most Powerful and Versatile Lineup of ID Mounted Tube and Pipe Bevelers in the Industry! For more than 40 years, H&S TOOL has developed precision, state-of-the-art portable machine tools that solve the world’s toughest problems. Our line up of ID mounted...
We are proud to announce that due to our business’s growth and to serve our clients better, we have relocated our middle east facility to a new location in Dubai, UAE. This new location gives our customers better access to our complete line of high-quality...
Hydraulic oil viscosity may not be the most exciting topic of discussion but using the correct viscosity for the operating conditions will help assure that you can get your work done and maximize the service life of your hydraulic power unit. In cold weather, oil...
Stainless Steel World Americas — December 2021. Today, experienced machinists, fabricators, machine shop owners, and OEMs use their trade skills and experience to shape and reshape the world we live in. In all cases, the question is not, can they machine complex metal parts and...
CLIMAX BB5000 Line Boring Machine Eibenstock Motors FAQ By David Briggs, Sr. Controls Engineer at CLIMAX – November 2021 The electric drive used on the CLIMAX BB5000 line boring machines uses an Eibenstock EAU 34/4 motor for the rotational drive. These motors produce relatively high...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success, and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing to our network of 165k+ followers on social media. DON’T WAIT! The deadline for submission is December 31, 2021....
Are you getting ready to start a new line boring business? Do you have questions on what equipment you should consider in getting your business started? Jim Miller, our Global Director of Training & Applications Engineering for CLIMAX, shares commonly asked questions he receives in...
Keith Malencia from Ginger Hill Portable Machining and Metrology in Pennsylvania, USA, using a CLIMAX FF8200 flange facer to remachine a CAT5130 bearing surface. These bearing surfaces require repair after getting damaged, corroded, or worn out over time. These surfaces are commonly found on draglines and other...
We invite you to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for more great information! CLIMAX is the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, and we’re excited about making it easier for you to connect with us. Get...
Global industrial statistics indicate that a significant number of jobsite injuries occur due to worker fatigue, distractions, improper tools use, and other factors that cause unexpected hazards. These events can not only pose a hazard to the user but also to all those in the...
Using Appropriately Sized Extension Cords for Your Motor By David Briggs, Sr. Controls Engineer at CLIMAX – September 2021 Portable machine tools are frequently used in remote locations, sometimes requiring the use of a long extension cord to bring electrical power to your machine. Using...
Customized to Mobilize Your Specific Valve Testing Needs! CALDER Valve Testers has been customizing valve testing systems for almost 40 years designing and creating unique solutions to meet all your valve testing challenges head-on. The CALDER Mobile Valve Workshop is no exception, offering unrivaled flexibility...
What are the advantages of having infinitely variable feed rates when flange facing? Our Global Director of Training & Applications Engineering for CLIMAX, Jim Miller, answers this question in a LIVE forum on October 13, 2021, at 7:00 am Pacific, and 10:00 am Eastern. If...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing. Our website is seen by tens of thousands of visitors every month from across the globe! Submitting your testimonial is...
CLIMAX | CALDER invites you to visit us at the Valve World Americas Expo & Conference on October 13 — 14, 2021, at the George R Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, booth 1521. Valve World Americas Expo & Conference is the largest exhibition for services, equipment, and other valve needs. CLIMAX, the leading...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL will be exhibiting at the OMC Med Energy Conference and Exhibition in Ravenna, Italy from the 28th to the 30th of September 2021. You will find us at Booth 5313. Our team will be on-site presenting the latest CLIMAX and H&S TOOL products! Our...
Thank you for helping us reach 1 million views on YouTube. CLIMAX is the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, and we’re excited about making it easier for you to gain access to valuable information. With more than 175...
Tackle any Facing Job with a CLIMAX Facing Head The CLIMAX BB5000 Line Boring Machine can handle any facing job with our purpose-built facing head accessories. . Applications such as bucket boss faces, bearing mounting surfaces, snap ring grooves, O-ring grooves, sealing surfaces, and many more are...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce the new partnership with EMS Denmark ApS. EMS is based in Esbjerg and will represent, support, and maintain the full product line of CLIMAX portable machine tools,...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL will be exhibiting at the GLOBAL INDUSTRIE show in Lyon from the 6th to the 9th of September 2021. You will find us at stand 6J49. Our team will be on-site presenting the latest CLIMAX and H&S TOOL products! Our stand will...
We’re excited to announce that CLIMAX will be exhibiting at the MINExpo International on September 13 — 15, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. You’ll find us at booth 8206 in the central hall. Our booth will feature the latest products from CLIMAX, including the BORTECH...
Axial Feed Unit Preventive Maintenance: Dos and Don’ts Last week, we shared three cost-effective maintenance options for your BB5000 and BB4500 to ensure top performance. This week, we’re focused on preventive maintenance. A preventive maintenance routine looks different for each customer since a routine is...
CLIMAX Line Boring Machines are widely recognized for their durability and longevity, but maintaining the proper functionality of both units is crucial to sustaining reliability and performance. The Axial Feed Unit and Rotational Drive Unit for the CLIMAX BB5000 and BB4500 line boring machines required...
You have questions? We have answers! Our Applications Engineer and Technical Trainer for CLIMAX, Fitz Acheson, frequently receives customer questions regarding their bore repair project. Fitz will highlight the five most commonly asked questions in a LIVE forum on August 18, 2021, at 7:00 am...
You Don’t Sell Over 4,000 Bore Welders Globally by Accident. BORTECH was established in 1982 by an operator of a machine shop that specialized in heavy equipment repair for local construction contractors. After 600+ hours of development and testing the first BORTECH Bore Welder was...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Vital Tools and Empire Torque Tools located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH auto bore welders,...
MACHINING QUICK TIPS: Causes of Shaft Seal Leaks in Char-Lynn S Series Hydraulic Motors By David Briggs, Sr. Controls Engineer at CLIMAX – July 2021 I have been using Char-Lynn hydraulic motors for over 30 years, long before I came to work at CLIMAX. These...
PART 2: THE H&S TOOL ODF30 SPEED FACER™ MACHINE OPERATION LIVE DEMO The H&S TOOL SPEED FACER™ family is designed with safety and productivity-enhancing features that separate this line of machines from the competition. The remote feed control and the auto-feed system allow for hands-free...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with the Finnish global player, KLINGER Finland Oy. Based in Masala, KLINGER will represent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH auto bore welders, H&S...
When safety and time are critical, look no further than CALDER for your valve testing solutions. We offer a variety of valve testing and repair machines, including the new TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ (TAT). The TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ offers the ability to put it in the back of a truck, get it on site,...
The H&S TOOL SPEED FACER™ family is designed with safety and productivity-enhancing features that separate this line of machines from the competition. The customized setup fingers and leveling feet allow the operator to easily set up the machine making it possible to go from crate...
Visit us at our CALDER Valve Tester locations in Saudi Arabia and UAE. Meet the experts and get a first-hand look at the latest technology available from CALDER. See live demonstrations of the machines our customers are raving about, like the new CALDER Portable Valve...
The BORTECH BW3000 Auto Bore Welder is the industry leader in automated bore welding and is known for its unrivaled performance and reliability, whether in the shop or onsite in the field. The BW3000 can weld all cylindrical surfaces and diameters ranging from 0.5 to...
Jim Miller has been in the portable machine tool industry for more than thirty-five years and frequently receives questions from customers regarding their portable line boring project. Jim will highlight the five most commonly asked questions in a LIVE forum on May 19, 2021, at...
See the CALDER TURN-AROUND-TESTER LIVE on April 28, 2021 Over 50 years ago, CLIMAX pioneered the portable machine tool industry, with state-of-the-art tools that solve the world’s toughest machining challenges. In 2013, CLIMAX acquired CALDER Testers and brought portable to the valve testing industry. The...
The BORTECH automated welding systems are designed to attach to several CLIMAX boring machine mounting fixtures, allowing a single setup for both welding and machining operations. These automated welders offer high-quality, affordable welding performance for bore, flange, and valve repair. Improved Safety & Productivity Remote...
In 2021, we see more plants, refineries, mining operations, and production and maintenance facilities adopting requirements to utilize hands-free machining equipment. These operations understand their risks and how using CLIMAX and H&S TOOL equipment can mitigate hazards associated with operating rotating equipment. «Tools that are...
Wherever equipment repair applications involve milling critical mounting surfaces, we have a precision machine that can be perfectly configured to fit. The CLIMAX linear/gantry mills can be configured in almost any position! Modular bed sections allow the length to be expanded from 48 to 192...
Our designers and engineers are second-to-none in applying advanced machining insights to the modification of existing products and accessories to meet special needs or customizing a completely unique solution to meet your “impossible” challenge head-on. Many of the patented innovations in today’s CLIMAX, BORTECH, CALDER,...
Proper maintenance and repair of your equipment are crucial to its performance, safety, uptime, and longevity. Let our factory-certified technicians keep your equipment in top condition so you can stay focused on your core business. Our machine repair specialists and applications experts are available 24...
CLIMAX offers OEM professional operational training to keep your new and veteran workers on the cutting edge. There are no better machine tool or valve tester trainers than the people who have designed and built these systems for decades. Get hands-on or virtual training from...
The durability, performance, and quality of CLIMAX products are unmatched in our industry. Our products are a testament to the outstanding professionals who make them and CLIMAX’s commitment to manufacturing in the USA. Over 99% of CLIMAX products, parts, and accessories come from our Newberg,...
We are pleased to announce the winners of our 2020 Picture of the Year contest. We have been honored to showcase the work of our customers and highlight their successes using CLIMAX, BORTECH, H&S TOOL, and CALDER machines. Thank you to all 20 of our...
We are ready and committed to assisting our customers’ needs to continuously improve productivity and accuracy by delivering quality parts and accessories that will make your machine even more efficient and your company more profitable. Our aftermarket specialists and applications experts are available 24 hours...
CLIMAX pioneered the portable machining revolution in 1966. For more than 55 years, we have been the innovators and technology leaders in the industry we invented. Our automated ‘Hands-Free’ remote control systems have revolutionized the way operators and companies approach their onsite machining projects, keeping...
Whether you’re re-facing flanges or repairing seals and bearing fits, the CLIMAX FF6300 Flange Facer is the perfect machine for customers operating in industries such as power generation, oil & gas, and heavy equipment. The FF6300 is sized to machine flanges ranging from 12 to...
Buying any tool, no matter how good, might be difficult to justify when you use it only once or twice a year. For this reason, CLIMAX is ready to ensure your toolbox is as big as you need it to be, with virtually every machine...
CLIMAX pioneered the portable machining revolution in 1966. For more than 55 years, we have been the innovators and technology leaders in the industry we invented. But we will never rest – with over 75 standard products and services, sold from more than 100 locations...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce the new partnership with the Greek company ISOMEKAN Ltd. Based in Athens, ISOMEKAN will represent, support, and maintain the full product line of CLIMAX portable machine tools,...
The CLIMAX VM2000 Series of Valve Grinding and Lapping machines are rugged yet compact configurations designed for fast, precise grinding and lapping of globe valves with flat or conical seats. All models offer a range of diameter configurations and the ability to easily and quickly...
United Kingdom — January 1, 2021. CLIMAX H&S TOOL Holdings Limited is pleased to announce we have moved our sales and rental facility to a new location in Stockport, United Kingdom. This new location gives our customers better access to our complete line of high-quality portable...
The FF6300 Flange Facer delivers high-torque performance to quickly re-surface flanges and repair sealing and bearing surfaces efficiently and cost-effectively. It can be configured in either ID, OD, or surface-mount configurations for a variety of machining applications, with a quick and easy changeover. Facing diameters...
Boring & bushing takes longer, include more steps, and comes with an increased risk of infield failure when compared to auto bore welding. See how the BW3000 auto bore welder and BB5000 line boring machine can save you time on January 6, 2021, at 7:00 am...
Forged from 45+ years of flange facing experience, CLIMAX Flange Facer set the global standard for onsite flange facing. Safe, robust, and easy to set-up and run, CLIMAX flange facers provide users with the industry’s most versatile designs. Several of our machines can be configured...
Forged from 45+ years of flange facing experience, CLIMAX Flange Facer set the global standard for onsite flange facing. Safe, robust, and easy to set-up and run, CLIMAX flange facers provide users with the industry’s most versatile designs. Several of our machines can be configured...
CLIMAX is proud to play a role in your success and we are honored to have the opportunity to advertise the great work you are doing. Submitting your testimonial is easy! Simply click the button below, drag and drop your images or videos, add a...
The KM3000 Key Mill, invented by CLIMAX 55 years ago, is the machine that pioneered the portable machine tool industry! A small but rugged machine able to cut full-depth keyways or mill flats quickly, without requiring extensive dismantling or costly set-up time. See it LIVE...
As promised last week, we are giving you a closer look at the milling head assembly and how to get the results you’re looking for as you begin machining with your CLIMAX milling machines. We’ll review the key steps and issues associated with tramming the...
CLIMAX milling machines are designed for quick, easy setup, so with proper attention paid to set up and alignment procedures, your milling machine will be ready to provide precise, versatile on-the-job milling capabilities. «The LM6200 is a modular beast»- I call it the Lego machine...
The BORTECH automated welders offer high-quality, affordable welding performance for bore, flange and valve repair, and are offered with a wide variety of accessories. See how you can extend the versatility of your auto bore welder LIVE on December 2, 2020, at 7:00 am Pacific and...
CLIMAX, the world’s #1 choice for portable machining, welding, and valve testing invites you to visit us in Houston on February 15 — 26, 2021. This is a great opportunity to get a first-hand look at the latest technology available from CLIMAX, BORTECH, CALDER & H&S TOOL. Meet the experts...
The CLIMAX VM2350 is a powerful, rigid, high-performance valve grinding and lapping machine with quick and easy setup and handling. See it LIVE on November 12, 2020, at 7:00 am Pacific and 10:00 am Eastern. Thirty-five-year portable machine tool veteran, Jim Miller, the CLIMAX Global Director of...
When it comes to welding parameters, the relationship between amperage and step (as far as bead placement goes) doesn’t have to be a mystery. Let’s take a look at how using different amperage and rotation speeds can affect your step size. Typical welding parameters for...
Whether your work is in a refinery, nuclear plant, shipyard, or mining operation, market uncertainties or time-critical requirements can motivate a second look at budgets and options. Used or Pre-Owned equipment can be an attractive option for operators on a tight schedule or limited budget —...
Portland Business Journal, September 2020: Founded in 1965, CLIMAX Portable Machine Tools makes portable machining, welding and valve testing equipment. “Portable” is the key word there, and it’s what has distinguished CLIMAX throughout its 55-year history. Founder Paul Strait essentially invented the portable machining industry...
The CLIMAX BB5000 small-bore kit is an easy way to convert your 2.5-inch drive down to a 1.25-inch bar, allowing you to machine in smaller bores. See how you can extend the versatility of your CLIMAX BB5000 line boring machine LIVE on October 28, 2020,...
H&S TOOL the world leader in tube and pipe machining, expanding, and cutting tools! H&S TOOL is the premier supplier for pipe cutting and beveling tools in the maintenance and construction of power generation plants; pulp and paper plants; pipelines; refineries, and other liquid processing...
A compact, rugged portable lathe for onsite re-turning of small shafts or journals, the PL2000 Portable Lathe mounts on the end of the shaft. It gets the job done with just 7 inches (177.8 mm) of radial clearance. It’s simplified mounting, bolted directly to the...
Ben Franklin famously said – ‘Lost time is never found again. Time is money… Waste it now. Pay for it later!’ These words ring true in today’s environment where successful businesses are always trying to maximize performance and efficiency and minimize the time it takes...
Out in the field, customers depend on high-quality, well-maintained machines to keep business moving. Regular, consistent maintenance is key to ensuring equipment remains reliable. CLIMAX customers use the KM3000 Key Mill because of its durability and dependability, but like any machine tool, with frequent use of the...
The BORTECH automated welding systems are portable and can be used in both field and shop repairs. These automated welding systems are designed to attach directly to several CLIMAX boring machine mounting fixtures, allowing a single setup for both welding and machining operations, giving the...
Avoid equipment damage and production delays with the Brunson optical boring alignment system. Commonly used with the CLIMAX BB5000 line boring machine, this alignment system is is a simple and accurate way to align 2.25-inch bearings over distances from 2 to 30 ft (609.6 –...
‘The autonomy of the control system is a big game-changer. It allows the operator to set the machine up, step back to a safe distance, and operate the timing of the slides and the automatic trip. Operating a clamshell has never been easier.’ – Paul...
Global industrial statistics indicate that a significant number of injuries occur on the job each year in connection with the use of industrial tools, equipment, and processes of various kinds. Such hazards can arise due to factors such as worker fatigue, worker distraction, improper usage...
The CALDER HYDROPRO™ Universal Straight Valve (USV) tester is the most versatile and user-friendly tester in the industry, designed to clamp a wide variety of straight bodied valves. When paired with the HYDROPRO™ Console, the HYDROPRO™ USV is ideal for hydrostatic tests up to 9700 psi...
The new H&S Tool Clamshell with DEFENDER™ Protection System will reshape the way you approach your pipe cutting, beveling, and end-prep jobs. The Defender™ ‘Hands-Free’ Protection System is uniquely designed to safeguard operators, with the DEFENDER™ Guards, Adjustable Shark Fin™, Low-Pressure Safety Interlock System, E-Stop,...
Congratulations to Dave Briggs and the CLIMAX | CALDER engineering team for officially receiving the Patent for the CALDER Safety Interlock System. The Safety Interlock System is designed with interlocking knobs and valve handles that will not release the clamp pressure until the internal test pressure...
The new H&S Tool Clamshell with DEFENDER™ ‘Hands-Free’ Protection System will reshape the way you approach your pipe cutting, beveling, and end-prep jobs. One key feature included in the DEFENDER™ Protection System is the Low-pressure Safety Interlock System designed to prevent unintended re-starts of rotating...
At CLIMAX, our priority is to design tools that improve user performance and mitigate against safety hazards when using rotating equipment like Clamshell (split-frame) pipe cutting and beveling tools! That’s why H&S TOOL invented the DEFENDER™ ‘Hands-Free’ Protection System. This protection system safeguards operators with...
Not all tools are created equal – so it’s important to be prepared and have the right tool at the right time for your line-boring project. Whether it is conventional boring, line boring, drilling, facing, or grooving, CLIMAX has you covered. Attend a LIVE Q&A...
Mitigating safety hazards when using rotating equipment like Clamshell (split-frame) pipe cutting and beveling tools is our priority! Recordable safety incidents can be caused by distractions, improper tool usage, deviation from best practices, or adverse chance events in the work environment amongst other reasons. That’s...
The H&S TOOL Clamshell (split-frame) design is a unique combination of safety, reliability, ease of use, rigidity, and precision. The newly introduced, DEFENDER™ ‘Hands-Free’ remote control and protection system, creates a much safer work environment for onsite machinists across the globe. With twenty-three sizes to...
The CLIMAX BB5000 Micro Adjust Boring Head is a fast, easy, and accurate way to adjust the tool bit to make the bore larger. See how you can extend the versatility of your CLIMAX BB5000 line boring machine LIVE on August 5, 2020, at 7:00...
CLIMAX pioneered the portable machining revolution in 1966. For more than 50 years, we have been the innovators and technology leaders in the industry we invented. Our automated ‘Hands-Free’ remote control systems have revolutionized the way operators and companies approach their onsite machining projects. We...
Global industrial statistics indicate that a significant number of jobsite injuries occur due to worker fatigue, distractions, improper tools use, and other factors that cause unexpected hazards. These events can not only pose a hazard to the user but also to all those in the vicinity...
CLIMAX pioneered the portable machining revolution in 1966. We’re #1 for a reason, but as YOUR partner in safety, we never rest! Our automated ‘Hands-Free’ remote control systems have revolutionized the way operators and companies approach their onsite machining projects and on July 22, 2020,...
For more than 50 years, CLIMAX is the innovator and technology leader in the industry we invented. Our priority is to continue leading the industry with technology focused on features that create a safer environment for technicians and on July 22, 2020, we will once...
The CLIMAX Facing Head & Grooving Tool is perfect for boring procedures that require machining of end flanges that are flat and perpendicular to the central bore axis. This tool can also be used for machining precision grooves to accommodate O-rings, snap rings, or special...
WHAT’S IN YOUR TOOLBOX? The CLIMAX and H&S TOOL OD Mount Flange Facers Continuing our weekly series on the most versatile portable machine tools we asked the questions: Are you starting a new field machining company or division? Expanding your existing operation? Are you a general contractor...
The H&S TOOL PB6 Power Beveler is designed to perform on-site machining with speed and accuracy, delivering optimal speed and torque combination to make short work of your pipe prep projects. We invite you to see it in action on June 24, 2020, at 7:00...
To help our customers stay up to date on machining techniques Tim VanBergen, our Senior Rental & Repair Specialist shares another tip to help customers with their next CLIMAX portable machining project. Are you experiencing chatter when cutting with your line boring machine? “When more...
The H&S TOOL BG38 Boiler Gun™ is designed to perform on-site machining on boiler tubes or other pipe applications with speed and accuracy, delivering the optimal speed and torque combination to make short work of your tube prep projects. We invite you to see it...
TECHNICAL TIPS FROM TIM VANBERGEN: Checking Bed Alignment on your LM5200 and LM6200 Linear/Gantry Milling Machine To help our customers stay up to date on machining techniques Tim VanBergen, our Senior Rental & Repair Specialist shares another tip to help customers with their next CLIMAX portable...
When planning a machining or welding job, there are dozens of questions customers ask. To help our customers stay up to date on machining techniques Tim VanBergen, our Senior Rental & Repair Specialist, shares frequently asked questions he hears from his customers. We had a...
Keeping your high-speed tool bits sharp is essential to achieving the desired tolerances during machining. A tool that is not sharp can cause overcutting and excessive metal removal. See how you can sharpen your high-speed tool bits LIVE on May 27, 2020, at 7:00 am...
It’s been more than 20 years since CLIMAX produced its first circular mill. “Over those years, we’ve continued to refine our milling technology, making these tools known for their precision and accuracy,” said CLIMAX Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing Dave Baker. “CLIMAX circular...
The CLIMAX Bore Measuring Caliper features a patented design, allowing you to accurately measure 10 inches (254 mm) or 24 inches (609.6 mm) around your line boring equipment without removing the bar. This precision tool allows outside measuring, saving you time and money. We invite...
BIC Magazine, May 2020: Because many flange management projects don’t flow according to schedule, having the right flange facer can make all the difference in getting the job done correctly and quickly and minimizing downtime expenses. Here are seven things to consider when choosing a flange...
What’s in your toolbox? The H&S TOOL AFC Clamshell. Continuing our weekly series on the most versatile portable machine tools we asked the questions: Are you starting a new field machining company or division? Expanding your existing operation? Are you a general contractor or owner operator looking...
The CLIMAX Bore Measuring Tool is a quick and easy way to accurately measure bore diameters and tool height (compatible with BB3000, BB4500, BB5000, and BB6100 line boring machines). We invite you to see it in action on May 14, 2020, at 7:00 am Pacific...
The FF5300 Flange Facer has set a new standard in compact flange facing, and we invite you to see it in action on May 6, 2020, at 7:00 am Pacific and 10:00 am Eastern. Thirty-five-year portable machine tool veteran, Jim Miller, the CLIMAX Global Director...
CLIMAX Portable and Brunson Instrument Company combine their expertise to bring the best alignment options to clients. Read more about the collaboration here.
What’s in your toolbox? The CLIMAX KM3000 Key Mill. Continuing our weekly series on the most versatile portable machine tools we asked the questions: Are you starting a new field machining company or division? Expanding your existing operation? Are you a general contractor or owner operator looking...
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted us all, but it hasn’t restrained the spirit of the CLIMAX engineering team, namely Sydnee Hammond — Senior Mechanical Engineer. Working from home, it was Sydnee’s idea to utilize our 3D printing capabilities to print face shield frames, then attaching plastic shields...
WHAT’S IN YOUR TOOLBOX? THE BORTECH BW3000 AUTO BORE WELDER Continuing our weekly series on the most versatile portable machine tools we asked the questions: Are you starting a new field machining company or division? Expanding your existing operation? Are you a general contractor or owner operator looking...
What’s in your toolbox? The CLIMAX FF5300 Flange Facer. Because machines and large parts don’t breakdown according to schedules, having the right tool for the job can make all the difference in getting the job, getting the job done right, getting it done quickly, and...
WHAT’S IN YOUR TOOL BOX? THE CLIMAX BB5000 LINE BORING MACHINE. Because machines and large parts don’t breakdown according to schedules, having the right tool for the job can make all the difference in winning the job, getting the job done right, getting it done...
CLIMAX, the world’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, proudly announces the hiring of MuthuKumaran Ramachandran as Sales Manager for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. This is a newly created position in response to the company’s continued growth and commitment to serving our...
We invite you to watch and learn more about CLIMAX, the company that pioneered the portable machining revolution in 1966. For more than 50 years, we have been the innovators and technology leaders in the industry we invented. Recognized as the World’s leading manufacturer of portable machining,...
We are pleased to announce the winners of our 2019 Picture of the Year contest. We have been honored to showcase the work of our customers and highlighting their successes using CLIMAX, BORTECH, H&S TOOL, and CALDER machines. Thank you to all 20 of our...
Wire-flip is a common frustration that happens to even the most seasoned of welders. It can cause delays to a project, result in poor quality, and cause an enormous headache to whoever encounters this unfortunate situation. Tom Boucher, veteran CLIMAX application engineer and welder gives...
CLIMAX | CALDER, and TOMCO invite you to visit us at booth 26 at the 2020 IPEIA Conference on February 24 — 28, 2020. The conference will be held at the Banff Conference Centre, in Banff, Alberta (107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Alberta T1L 1H5...
Keep your questions coming – our FAQ is back! From advice on flange facing solutions to information about our global training offerings, we have an answer readily available for you. To help our customers stay up to date on the many ways CLIMAX can support you...
CALDER Advanced Valve Testing & Repair Systems by CLIMAX is excited to announce TOMCO Industrial as an exclusive sales and service representative for all CALDER products in Canada. This new partnership with TOMCO will allow CALDER, the leading global manufacturer of valve pressure test benches...
You ask and we listen! We receive dozens of customer questions every day. Whether you need advice on the best line boring machine option that will meet specific job requirements or information about valve testing, we have an answer readily available for you. To ensure...
CLIMAX | CALDER invites you to visit us at booth 426 at the 2020 AUG MUG Conference on January 13 — 17, 2020 located at the Renaissance Austin Hotel, in Austin Texas (9721 Arboretum Boulevard Austin, Texas).The AUG MUG Conference is a forum for exchanging technical information related...
12 Reasons to pair a BORTECH auto bore welding machine with your CLIMAX boring bar. When repairing bores is the challenge at hand, time is of the essence. You need to get back up and running as quickly as possible without sacrificing quality, accuracy or safety. Here’s...
For the past 30 years, CLIMAX has been the leading global rental provider of portable machining and bore welding tools, providing equipment to support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, now also offering BORTECH auto bore welders, and H&S TOOL, cutting and beveling...
CLIMAX, the world’s #1 choice for portable machining, welding, and valve testing invites you to visit us at our upcoming events in December 2019. This is a great opportunity to get a first-hand look at our newest technology available from CLIMAX, BORTECH, CALDER & H&S TOOL. Meet the experts behind...
THE POWERFUL H&S TOOL SPLIT-FRAME MACHINE AVAILABLE FOR SALE OR RENT! H&S TOOL has been leading the global industry of portable pipe cutting and beveling products for more than 40 years, and the MFC, AFC, and BFC Split-Frame (clamshell) machines continue to be the #1 choice of...
THE CLIMAX LM6200 LINEAR/GANTRY MILL IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR RENT FROM OUR DUBAI LOCATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST. The CLIMAX Middle East Team is pleased to announce the addition of the most powerful portable milling machine in the industry to our extensive rental fleet. «Delivering the...
12 DAYS LEFT: Enter Our 2019 Annual Picture of the Year Contest Today! To enter, submit your picture with a brief explanation of the application to: — [email protected], include a link to your Facebook, LinkedIn, or Instagram post or attach a copy of your picture....
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems is pleased to announce its new partnership with Grupo JCA who will represent, sell, rent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH bore welders, and...
CLIMAX the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Vital Tools who will represent, sell, rent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH auto bore welders, H&S TOOL pipe cutting and beveling...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL is the rental equipment provider of choice around the world. We rent the full suite of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH welding systems and H&S TOOL pipe cutting and prep tools. Many companies today are managing their cap-ex conservatively and relying on rental equipment to navigate...
For over 50 years, CLIMAX has provided solutions for the Hydropower Industry worldwide. During that time, we have helped extend the life of these power generating facilities, while significantly reducing costs associated with maintenance. We invite you to visit us (Booth 10047) at the upcoming HydroVision show, being held...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems is pleased to announce that it has teamed up with Mayprod SA de CV as our strategic partner for Central America. Mayprod SA de CV will represent CLIMAX portable machine...
RETUBING OR RESEALING PROJECTS FOR BOILERS, HEAT EXCHANGERS, AND HEADERS? H&S TOOL, has been a leading global manufacturer of tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools for more than 40 years. At H&S TOOL, when you rent Tube Rolling & Expanding Equipment for your retubing or resealing...
We are pleased to announce the winners of our 2018 Picture of the Year contest. We have been honored to showcase the work of our customers and highlighting their successes using CLIMAX, BORTECH, and H&S TOOL machines. Thank you to everyone who participated! Congratulations to...
For more than 40 years, H&S TOOL has developed precision, state-of-the-art portable machine tools that solve the world’s toughest problems. Our line-up of ID-mounted End Prep Tools for Tube and Pipe Beveling combines power, versatility, and ease of use in a compact and lightweight package....
Backed by more than 45 years of flange facing design and manufacturing experience, five new flange facers equipped to tackle large diameters are coming! Be the first to learn more! SIGN UP NOW! >>
H&S TOOL Delivers the Most Versatile Locking Systems for End Prep Tools! For more than 40 years, H&S TOOL has developed precision, state-of-the-art portable machine tools that solve the world’s toughest problems. Our line-up of ID-mounted End Prep Tools for Tube and Pipe Beveling combines...
Is your team struggling to perform large diameter flange repair safely and in a timely manner? A better solution is coming soon! Be the first to know! Sign up now! >>
Oil & Gas News, November 2018: CLIMAX Portable Machining and Welding Systems is the world’s premier supplier of portable machining and welding equipment. Under its CALDER product line, the corporation provides the world’s most advanced line of valve testing and repair systems. CLIMAX | CALDER...
Visit CLIMAX | CALDER at Booth E 85, Hall 3 CLIMAX | CALDER invite you to visit our booth (E 85, Hall 3) at the VALVE WORLD EXPO, November 27 — 29, 2018 in Düsseldorf, Germany. VALVE WORLD EXPO is the largest exhibition for services, equipment...
Visit us at our 2018 annual CLIMAX OPEN HOUSE in Deer Park, Texas on December 12 & 13, 2018. This is a great opportunity to get a first-hand look at our newest technology available from CLIMAX, BORTECH, CALDER & H&S TOOL. Meet the experts behind our...
Manufacturing in Focus Magazine, November 2018: In May of 2016, Business in Focus wrote about CLIMAX Portable Machining and Welding Systems. At the time, it was celebrating its fiftieth anniversary. There has since been a lot of progress, and once again, we had the pleasure of...
CALDER Advanced Valve Repair & Testing Systems cordially invites you to the GRAND OPENING of our new CALDER Saudi Arabia sales office, customer service center and product showroom in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Please stop by on Monday, November 19 any time between 10:30 AM and 2:00...
There are a lot of factors to consider when planning to machine flanges on site. Operators and technicians often have to deal with safety concerns, time constraints, a variety of flange types, performance expectations, and in many cases restrictive access to the flange. In the field today,...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems and its affiliated brands BORTECH, H&S TOOL and CALDER have experienced remarkable growth and expansion in Latin America and we are pleased to announce the hiring of Carlos Marin to the...
Visit us at our 2018 annual CLIMAX OPEN HOUSE in Wadsworth, Ohio on November 28 & 29, 2018. This is a great opportunity to get a first-hand look at our newest technology available from CLIMAX, BORTECH, CALDER & H&S TOOL. Meet the experts behind our technology...
The FF5300 Flange Facer has set a new standard in compact flange facing. We invite you to see it in action on October 25, 2018, at 7:00 am (PST). We will be available to answer questions LIVE immediately following the demonstration! Send your questions via YouTube chat or...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Trans W General Trad. & Cont. Co. based out of Kuwait City in Kuwait. Trans W will represent and support the full range of...
When planning end prep work with tube or pipe beveling tools, our customers ask us common questions every day. Erica Jackson, Business Development Manager for H&S TOOL has been in the portable machine tool business since 2008 and we asked her to highlight the five most frequently...
Clark Turner has been in the valve industry for more than 35 years, where he’s done everything including repairing, hydrotesting, and installing line valves, as well as installing safety and relief valves in various processes. He also spent significant time as an ASME Section VIII design...
CLIMAX is pleased to announce the promotion of Paul Burden to the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the United Kingdom (UK). Paul has been serving as the director of sales and marketing in the UK for the past seven years, and this...
CLIMAX the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with David Crabb of Field Machining Solutions. Based out of Longview Texas, David will represent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools,...
When planning a line boring machine job, there are dozens of questions customers ask each day. We met up with Fitz Acheson our Applications Engineer and Technical Trainer for CLIMAX and asked him to highlight the five most frequently asked questions he hears with regards...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining and welding systems, and our partner Maxpro Corporation are pleased to announce the opening of our new rental facility located in Blackwood, New Jersey. This new location will give customers in the area better...
The new FF5300 Flange Facer is designed to tackle more applications and perform more machining jobs than all other products in its class, providing the lowest total cost of ownership and the best return on investment. The extended machining range of 5.7–40 inches (144.8–1016 mm)...
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CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Technom Tools. Based out of Zeist in the Netherlands, Technom Tools will represent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH...
TO VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES AND MARKETING — MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA CLIMAX is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Rani Musallam to the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Rani has been serving as...
CLIMAX, CALDER, and H&S TOOL invite you to visit our booth (Hall A2 / Booth 217) at the SMM 2018 international maritime trade fair on September 4 — 7, 2018 in Hamburg. SMM is the world’s most important industry event in the maritime sector. CLIMAX...
At CLIMAX we believe it’s our responsibility and priority to continue leading the industry with innovations focused on features that keep our customers safe. The new FF5300 Flange Facer is designed with safety and productivity-enhancing features that clearly separate it from anything else available on...
For mission-critical machining, welding, or valve testing projects, CLIMAX is the world’s premier choice for tools designed to reduce downtime and increase productivity. Our mission is to help our customers do their work better, faster, safer, and more cost-effectively by bringing the most innovative, highest-quality...
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The new FF5300 Flange Facer is 45% lighter than similar flange facers on the market. The heaviest component is the large ID chuck with legs weighing 65 pounds (29kg). The FF5300 Flange Facer is designed with modular components for easy storage and assembly. The overall machine is...
CLIMAX, the world’s leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems, proudly announces the hiring of Guido Ewers zum Rode as Vice President of Sales & General Manager for Europe. This is a newly created position in response to the company’s continued growth and...
Portable machine tool operators will now be able to take advantage of the new FF5300 Flange Facer with two machining arms. This will increase their ability to cover a wider range of applications. The two heavy-duty machining arms and base chassis have been designed with high...
The new FF5300 Flange Facer’s innovative design and heavy-duty turning arms allow users to perform a greater variety of cuts with a larger selection of tooling options. The tool holder accepts up to 0.5 inches (12.7 mm) square shank tooling for use with HSS and carbide....
The new FF5300 Flange Facer’s patent pending, feed control system provides a host of benefits, decreasing cutting time and increasing the overall machining performance. The FF5300 provides operators with a variable radial feed rate of 0.002 – 0.032 inches per revolution (0.05 – 0.81 mm/rev). Variable...
Forged from 40 years of flange facing experience, CLIMAX is proud to announce the release of the NEW FF5300 Flange Facer. This rigid and versatile compact flange facer delivers high-torque performance to quickly face pipe and valve flanges as well as repair sealing and bearing...
The new CLIMAX flange facer sets a new standard in compact flange facing. Be the first to get a sneak peak of what’s coming on June 19th! SIGN UP NOW!
A FLANGE FACER DESIGNED TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS. Be the first to get a sneak peak of what’s coming on June 19th! SIGN UP NOW!
We invite you to follow CLIMAX on social media, including our LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube pages for more great information! CLIMAX is the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, and we’re excited about making it easier for you to...
BIC Magazine, June/July 2019: Unfortunate events like the recent explosion and fire in Deer Park, Texas, and the deadly explosion in Crosby, Texas, are sobering reminders that we can never be too cautious in our efforts to protect our employees and our assets. If operational...
CLIMAX | CALDER invites you to visit us at the Valve World Americas Expo & Conference on June 19-20, 2019 at the George R Brown Convention Center located in Houston Texas. Valve World Americas Expo & Conference is the largest exhibition for services, equipment, and...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with NGL Machining. NGL will represent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH auto bore welders, H&S TOOL pipe cutting...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL invites you to visit us at the Downstream Exhibition & Conference on June 11-12, 2019 at the George R Brown Convention Center located in Houston Texas. Downstream Exhibition & Conference is the world’s largest downstream industry event. Our technical experts will be on-site demonstrating the capabilities...
The CALDER TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ can efficiently perform a wide variety of pressure tests and can be easily transported for use on job sites. Valve repair shops and technicians are now taking their shop on the road. With superior quality, safety, durability, and performance, owning a CALDER TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ ...
CLIMAX the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with Field Machining Associates (FMA). FMA will represent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH auto bore welders, H&S TOOL...
CLIMAX Portable Machining & Welding Systems, headquartered in Newberg, Oregon proudly announces the promotion of Ms. Marci Davis to the position of North American Sales Director. Ms. Davis started her career with CLIMAX in 1998 working part-time in the purchasing department. From there, Ms. Davis moved into the machine shop, working...
Four months ago, CLIMAX released the larger diameter H&S TOOL Speed Facers, extending the overall range of the machine from 9.2 to 120.5 inches (233.7 – 3060.7 mm). Speed Facers have become the leading choice for portable machining experts around the globe, with optimized drive reduction providing more power and speed...
CALDER Advanced Valve Testing Systems proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Kevin Vincent to the position of General Manager. CALDER is a subsidiary of CLIMAX Portable Machining & Welding Systems, headquartered in Newberg, Oregon. Mr. Vincent has been in commercial positions of increasing responsibility at CLIMAX for five years, serving most recently as a...
BIC Alliance’s 12th Annual Industry Appreciation Crawfish Boil & Jambalaya Dinner. Visit CLIMAX at the 12th Annual Crawfish Boil & Jambalaya Dinner on May 2, 2019, located at the Sylvan Beach Pavilion in La Porte Texas. RSVP BY APRIL 30, 2019 REGISTER ONLINE AT: BICEVENTS.INFO...
Fisher Price, CALDER Product Line Manager, focused on CALDER Advanced Valve Testers, has been working in the valve industry since 2004. Spending much of his career with Nuclear power companies, Fisher has held several roles machining, welding, testing, and repairing valves, as well as, providing expertise...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, is pleased to announce its new partnership with ALCAP S.R.L. ALCAP will represent and support the full range of CLIMAX portable machine tools, BORTECH auto bore welders, H&S TOOL pipe cutting...
In Part 1 last week, we learned that the set-up procedure is the most important part of line boring. However, properly inspecting your bore after you’ve completed a machining or repair job is also critical to ensuring a high-quality result. We followed up with CLIMAX...
HOW TO PRECISELY AND ACCURATELY ALIGN THE CLIMAX BORING BAR. The set-up procedure is the most important part of line boring. Improper set-up won’t damage a CLIMAX Line Boring Machine, but it may increase the frequency of repairs needed, leading to additional costs and downtime....
For more than 40 years, H&S TOOL has developed precision, state-of-the-art portable machine tools that solve the world’s toughest problems. Our lineup of ID mounted End Prep Tools for Tube and Pipe Beveling combines power, versatility, and ease of use in a compact and lightweight...
BIC Magazine, March 2019 — According to CLIMAX CEO Tom Cunningham, “business is booming.” Cunningham became CEO of CLIMAX in 2014, and he’s proud of the company’s two greatest strengths: exceptional people and terrific products. BIC Magazine recently visited with Cunningham to learn more about...
CLIMAX the global leader in flange facing technology for more than 40 years is proud to announce it has expanded the H&S TOOL SPEED FACERS™ product line with the addition of models ODF80, ODF90, ODF100, ODF110, and ODF120. These industry-leading outer-diameter flange facers now cover an overall...
BUILD YOUR OWN LINE BORING SURVIVAL KIT The global training team at CLIMAX travels the world training customers on proven machine setup, operation, and repair methods. Over the last decade, the training team put together a traveling “Line boring survival kit” that includes all the...
The H&S TOOL OD Mount Clamshell machine is a unique combination of accuracy, strength, and ease of handling. Our engineers gathered information from field operators around the world to determine the areas needing improvement over traditional designs. With that in mind, we designed a series...
For the last 25 years, renting CLIMAX | H&S TOOL products has become increasingly popular. Today, we have 19 Rental Depots across the globe, offering our full complement of portable machining and welding equipment. With companies continuing to manage their balance sheets closely, making capital...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL invites you to visit us at the INDUSTRIE Paris 2018 exhibition from the 27th until the 30th of March 2018, booth 5N103. INDUSTRIE Paris 2018 is the largest event in France dedicated to the manufacturing sector. This event will also include...
OPEN HOUSE — APRIL 2018 19.04.2018 — From 10:00 AM Visit us! | Besuchen Sie uns! | Visitez nous! Am Langen Graben 8, 52353 Düren, Germany REGISTER NOW! | JETZT ANMELDEN! | INSCRIVEZ –VOUS MAINTENANT ! Am Langen Graben 8, Düren, 52353, Deutschland Tel: +49...
CLIMAX vous propose un accès facile à une grande série de machine à travers la location: Aléseuses, fraiseuses, tourillonneuses, systèmes de rechargement par soudage, surfaceuses, coupe tubes, chanfreineuses tuyauterie,…. Conçue pour les défis de réparation sur site dans de diverses industries CLIMAX excelle en offrant une...
We know that our customers constantly face new challenges. To combat these challenges, CLIMAX continually listens and learns from our customers to determine what type of tools they need to make their jobs easier. With that in mind, we designed a series of OD Mount...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL invites you to visit us at the METCONNECT EXPO on the 22nd and 23rd of February 2018. MetConnect Ltd will host the WELDSHOP 2018 Exhibition on their premises in Oldham, Manchester, United Kingdom. Weldshop 2018 exhibition is the largest and only...
CALDER Valve Testing Systems recently introduced a new, enhanced lineup of valve testing systems that have proven to be a reliable solution for valve repair shops. The new valve testers have quickly earned a reputation as the safest, highest quality, and most durable, versatile, and productive systems...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems, and H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has partnered with Alltorc Bolting Solutions as an authorized representative for California and Nevada. Alltorc, a division...
The CLIMAX | CALDER valve repair machines are powerful, rigid, high-performance machines designed for easy handling and installation. You can quickly change grinding disks and adjust the grind pressure during operation. Solid construction, sealed lubrication, and pre-loaded bearings ensure long life and low maintenance of...
CLIMAX | CALDER invites you to visit us at booth 124 at the 2018 MUG AUG Conference on January 15 — 18, 2018 located at the New Orleans Marriott (555 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana). The MUG AUG Conference is a forum for exchanging technical...
Whether you’re re-facing flanges or repairing seals and bearing fits, the CLIMAX FF6300 Flange Facer is the perfect machine for customers operating in industries such as power generation, oil & gas, and heavy equipment. The FF6300 is sized to machine flanges ranging from 12 to 60 inches...
The new CALDER TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ can efficiently perform a wide variety of pressure tests and can be easily transported for use on job sites, giving valve repair shops and technicians the opportunity to take their shop on the road. Contact us today at +1.985.974.6070 or [email protected] to...
The TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ (TAT) is the perfect solution for service teams to complete in-field testing of freshly refurbished Control and Safety Relief valves. The self-contained TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ will fit in any full-sized pickup bed with the controls positioned to ergonomically allow the operator to complete the testing even when...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems is pleased to announce the hiring of Janet Bettcher as Inside Sales and Customer Support Manager for the Gulf, and Jason Bearce as Area Sales Manager for Texas, Oklahoma, and New...
Visit us at our annual OPEN HOUSE in Deer Park, Texas on December 5th and 6th. This is a great opportunity to get a first-hand look at our newest technology available from CLIMAX, CALDER, and H&S TOOL REGISTER NOW! Lunch and giveaways will be provided. GRAND...
Singapore — CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding machines, and advanced valve testing and repair systems is pleased to announce that it has teamed up with Leeden National Oxygen Ltd as our strategic partner for Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Thailand, Myanmar and Indonesia....
BIC Magazine, November 2017 — Experienced machinists, fabricators, machine shop owners and OEMs use their trade skills and experiences to shape and reshape the world we live in. And in all cases, the question isn’t whether they can machine complex metal parts and components effectively....
Over 50 years ago, CLIMAX pioneered the portable machine tool industry, with state-of-the-art tools that solve the world’s toughest machining challenges. In 2013, CLIMAX acquired CALDER Testers, and now CLIMAX | CALDER has brought portable to the valve testing industry. The new CALDER TURN-AROUND-TESTER™ can efficiently...
We live in a world with valves, and those valves need to be repaired and tested. Today we’re asking all valve repair shops, power plants, refineries, and owners of valves: How much downtime and money could you save if you could repair and TEST your...
GOING PORTABLE WITH A WHOLE NEW TECHNOLOGY We live in a world with valves and those valves need to be repaired and tested! 51 years ago, CLIMAX disrupted traditional repair processes, introducing undeniable value by inventing the portable key mill, bringing portable machining technology directly...
In 1966, CLIMAX pioneered the portable machine tool industry, with state-of-the-art tools that solve the world’s toughest on-site machining challenges. But this is different. This is a game changer. On October 18th, CLIMAX is going portable with a new technology. Be the first to know...
At CLIMAX | H&S TOOL, we believe it’s our responsibility and priority to continue leading the industry with innovations focused on features that keep our customers safe. Less than one year ago, H&S TOOL introduced the new line of Speed Facers to the global portable...
In the world of machining, welding and field repairs, operators are constantly challenged to think on their feet, as jobs prove to be harder than advertised, and setting up the equipment can present unforeseen challenges and restrictions. In this environment, developing processes and partnerships that...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL, is pleased to announce the opening of our new rental facility located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with our new partner Maxpro Corporation. This new location will give customers in the area better access to high-performance machine tools that will reduce downtime and provide a faster,...
Our continued thoughts and prayers are with those impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Our first priorities will be to take care of our employees, our customers, and our community. Doing so, we are pleased to announce that we are OPEN to serving customers in need from...
VISIT CLIMAX | H&S TOOL AT BOOTH F35, HALL 14 — CLIMAX | H&S TOOL invite you to visit our booth (booth F35, hall 14) at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN on September 25 — 29, 2017 in Düsseldorf. We will showcase the latest products from CLIMAX | H&S TOOL, including the BW2600 Auto...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems, and H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, have partnered with Maxpro Corporation as a strategic partner in Philadelphia representing the full range of products, including CLIMAX portable machine...
BIC Magazine, August 2017 When purchasing portable machine tools (PMTs), the top concerns have to be safety, quality, durability, performance, versatility, ease of use, and — ultimately — total cost of ownership and return on your investment. We invite you to ask these five critical...
Manufacturing Today — July 2017 When giant institutions such as oil refineries, mines and power plants experience a mechanical breakdown, it can cost them millions of dollars per day. The broken piece of equipment — which can be the size of a bus — is...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL the leading global manufacturer of portable machining tools, and Toolrunner Ltd invite you to their Open House located in Dyce, Aberdeen. On Thursday August 31st and Friday September 1st CLIMAX | H&S TOOL will demonstrate the most complete and versatile line...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems, and H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has partnered with Toolrunner Ltd as a strategic partner for Aberdeen. Toolrunner Ltd will represent the full range of products...
Employee safety has to be priority number one, and most companies would prefer to avoid an OSHA audit if they can prevent it. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has training requirements in fall protection, electrical safety, lockout-tagout, respiratory protection, and machine guarding. One...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems, and H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has partnered with PT Kawan Lama as a strategic partner for Indonesia. PT Kawan Lama will represent...
H&S TOOL Enhances the Most Powerful and Versatile ID-Mounted Tube Beveler Line-up in the Industry with the Addition of the New BG50 BOILER GUN H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools for more than 40 years, is excited to announce that the...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining tools, is pleased to announce the opening of their new rental facility located in Hammond, Indiana, minutes from Chicago. This new location will give customers in the area better access to high-performance machine tools that will...
The new ODF30 SPEED FACER is now available for sale or rent. H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has expanded its new SPEED FACER product line with the addition of the Model ODF30. With a mounting range of 9.2 — 30.5 inches...
Come and visit us at our annual OPEN HOUSE, in a summerfest style. This is a great opportunity to get a first-hand look at the newest technology available from CLIMAX, CALDER & H&S TOOL. THURSDAY, 06. JULY 2017, STARTING 10:00 AM Am Langen Graben 8...
H&S TOOL Enhances the Most Powerful and Versatile ID-Mounted Tube Beveler Line in the Industry. H&S TOOL has been the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools for more than 40 years, and we are excited to announce the new BG22 BOILER GUN™and BG38 BOILER GUN™are now...
CLIMAX | CALDER invite you to visit our booth (1628) at the VALVE WORLD AMERICAS EXPO, June 20 — 21, 2017 in Houston Texas. VALVE WORLD AMERICAS EXPO is the largest exhibition for services, equipment, and other valve needs. CLIMAX will showcase their valve grinding and...
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL and the TOMCO GROUP will be exhibiting at the upcoming GLOBAL PETROLEUM SHOW at Stampede Park, Calgary, Alberta Canada on June 13-15, 2017. The Global Petroleum Show is an industry leading event, where more than 50,000 energy professionals from more than 90 countries converge for three days to strengthen business...
EXPANDING OUR NETWORK WITH AREPCO DIRECT INC CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems, and H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has partnered with Anthony Vaccaro from Arepco Direct Inc. as an authorized...
A ONE-STEP PROCESS THAT COMBINES THREE NECESSARY APPLICATIONS The newly enhanced H&S TOOL BOILER GUNS are the industry’s leading tube beveling products when it comes to combining power, versatility, and ease of use. With an extensive inventory of tooling and accessories on-hand, H&S TOOL BOILER GUNS can attack a greater number of...
Join us as we demonstrate our unique ‘hands-free’ portable machining technology at our Deer Park facility. CLIMAX is the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems and H&S TOOL, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, inviting you to visit their...
The CALDER HYDROPRO™ Universal Straight Valve Tester (USV) and Universal Flange Valve Tester (UFV) are the safest, most accurate, and most versatile advanced valve testing systems in the industry. When paired with the HYDROPRO™ Console, HYDROPRO™ valve testing systems are capable of hydrostatic tests up to 9700...
BIC Magazine, May 2017 In 2017, we are beginning to see many more plants, refineries, mining operations and production and maintenance facilities change their requirements to utilize hands-free machining equipment. The directive written is similar to the following: “No machining will be performed utilizing a hand-operated machine should a...
For more than 40 years, H&S TOOL has developed precision, state-of-the-art portable machine tools that solve the world’s toughest problems. We continue to advance our technology by enhancing our tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools. The BOILER GUN™ series has 7 models to choose between with a working range...
Announcing an Important Change in the CLIMAX Distribution Network in Asia. CLIMAX is the world’s leading manufacturer of portable machine tools. Established in 1966, CLIMAX pioneered portable machining technology and has sold more than 50,000 portable machine tools globally. Today, the CLIMAX family has grown to...
ECITB ACCREDITED TRAINING IS NOW AVAILABLE FROM THE PREMIER OEM OF PORTABLE MACHINE TOOLS! Manchester UK — April 24, 2017 CLIMAX | H&S TOOL, the premier manufacturer of Portable Machine Tools and Welding Systems, is now offering ECITB Accredited Training at our dedicated training facility in...
The CALDER Safety Relief Valve Tester (SRV) sets a new industry standard for testing safety relief valves with unsurpassed performance and ease of use. EASY TO USE, WITH UNRIVALED QUALITY, SAFETY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT Every component in the SRV pressure circuit is designed to work...
BIC Magazine, April 2017 | SALES & MARKETING PROFILE Dave Baker’s role with CLIMAX has changed over time. After the company expanded by acquiring H&S Tool Inc., he was named corporate vice president of sales and marketing for CLIMAX and general manager of H&S Tool. In July 2016,...
PMIES EXPO 2017 PLANT MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND ENGINEERING SOCIETY CLIMAX | H&S TOOL invites you to visit us at booth 617 at the PMIES Expo 2017 (Plant Maintenance, Inspection, and Engineering Society’s Expo & Conference) on April 20, 2017 at the Pasadena Convention Center located at —...
A Dozen Questions That Can Save You Millions in Your Valve Testing Program! When purchasing a valve testing system, the top concerns have to be safety, quality, durability, performance, versatility, usability, productivity and — ultimately — total cost of ownership and return on the investment....
The Most Versatile & Cost-Effective Way to Test Straight Bodied Valves! The CALDER HYDROPRO™ Universal Straight Valve (USV) Tester is the most versatile and user-friendly tester in the industry, designed to clamp a wide variety of straight bodied valves. When paired with the HYDROPRO™ Console,...
With vastly superior quality, safety, durability, flexibility, performance and support owning a CALDER Advanced Valve Testing System is by far the most flexible and cost-effective way to manage your valve testing program, reduce your total cost of ownership and maximize your return on investment over the...
VISIT CLIMAX AT ZONE, 4 STAND 24 CLIMAX invites you to visit us at zone 4, stand 24 at the CQMS’17 (Construction & Quarry Machinery Show) on April 21st & 22nd, 2017 at Molloy’s Quarry, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, Ireland. CQMS’17 is Ireland’s largest construction and quarrying...
BIC Magazine, April 2017 When purchasing a valve testing system, the top concerns have to be safety, quality, durability, performance, versatility, productivity and return on investment. Ask these 12 pivotal questions when purchasing a valve tester: Is every component in the tester certified by the...
CLIMAX | H&S Tool, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining tools, and TOMCO are pleased to announce the opening of their new rental facility located in London, Ontario. This new location will give our Central and Eastern Canadian customers better access to high-performance machine tools...
Our engineers and valve test experts asked customers what they want in the next generation of valve testers. One message was loud a clear: customers want fast, responsive, expert service and support. So we’ve built that right into the foundation of our new CALDER offering!...
CALDER engineers, in collaboration with key industry experts, spent countless hours designing this next generation of CALDER advanced valve testing systems. Not only are CALDER systems more versatile, accurate, durable and cost-effective, they’re designed with «Safety First!» in mind. Our systems maximize user protection and ensure test...
The response and feedback on the new CLIMAX FF6300 Flange Facer has been terrific. Operators are utilizing this tool for many more applications than its predecessor the FF6200, with the most experienced machinists in the world wanting even more! We listened and we are excited...
Visit CLIMAX | H&S Tool at STAND N17, PERTH CONVENTION EXHIBITION CENTRE on Feb 22nd to 24th 2017 CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining tools and Field Machine Tools (FMT) Australia invite you to visit us at Stand N17 at the AOG EXHIBITION AND...
Heading into 2017, we are beginning to see many more plants, refineries, mining operations and production and maintenance facilities adopting requirements to utilize hands-free machining equipment. These operations have seen CLIMAX | H&S TOOL equipment in action and understand the clear safety benefits to operators....
The new lineup of CALDER advanced valve testing systems, manufactured by CLIMAX, are the most flexible and versatile systems on the market. The CALDER test system can seamlessly expand and evolve with your business, giving you the lowest total cost of ownership (TCO) and the...
VISIT CLIMAX I LIAISON DE MÉXICO AT BOOTH 726, HALL B CLIMAX | Liaison De México invite you to visit our booth 726 (Hall B) at the ENERGY MÉXICO EXPO, January 31 — February 2, 2017. Energy México 2017 is the flagship event of the global...
The HYDROPRO™ Console — The Most Versatile & Cost-Effective Way to Test Valves! The HYDROPRO™ Console is the most versatile and user-friendly tester in the industry, capable of performing a wide variety of valve tests when paired with a CALDER hydraulic clamping system or even blind...
Introducing the new CALDER Product Family The new platform of CALDER advanced valve testing systems manufactured by CLIMAX are the safest, most accurate and most versatile systems on the market, and we are pleased to announce our new line-up of valve testing equipment. HYDROPRO™ CONSOLE The...
CLIMAX the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and bevelling tools, are pleased to announce the hiring of Syed Samiullah as our new Applications Engineer for the Middle East, Africa...
Are you ready? On January 16th, CALDER will transform the valve testing industry, unveiling EIGHT new products! We’re going to show customers, world-wide, a whole new vision of industrial valve testing, a quantum leap in performance, safety, reliability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. We’ve made a major investment...
Get ready — CALDER valve test systems will transform the valve testing industry starting January 16th! We’re going to show customers, worldwide, a whole new vision of industrial valve testing, a quantum leap in performance, safety, reliability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. HOW? We have been working...
Visit CLIMAX | H&S Tool at Booth J15, Hall 5 CLIMAX | H&S Tool invite you to visit our booth (J15, Hall 5) at the VALVE WORLD EXPO, November 29 — December 01, 2016 in Düsseldorf, Germany. VALVE WORLD EXPO is the largest exhibition for services,...
SEE THE LATEST CLIMAX | H&S TOOL PRODUCTS AT OUR OPEN HOUSE IN DEER PARK, TEXAS CLIMAX the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, invite you to visit their...
CLIMAX, the leading manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, have established a network of representatives to serve the local needs of the markets all over the world. In Colombia,...
CLIMAX the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has partnered with Gulf Coast Tool Rental as an authorized rental depot for the Corpus Christi area. Gulf Coast...
Visit CLIMAX | H&S Tool at Booth 13496, Hall 13 CLIMAX | H&S Tool invite you to visit our booth (13496, Hall 13) at ADIPEC, November 7 — 10, 2016 in Abu Dhabi, UAE. We will be showcasing the latest products from CLIMAX and H&S Tool, including the new BW2600...
CLIMAX I H&S TOOL proudly announces the hiring of Ronny Stafford! CLIMAX the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing and repair systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, are pleased to announce the hiring of Ronny...
SEE THE ODF SPEED FACERS IN ACTION >> Learn why industry experts are raving about these machines. «I found the Speed Facer to be extremely user friendly with the ability to produce a wide range of surface finishes. The safety factor for these machines are huge...
Manchester UK — September 2016; Health and safety in the world of on-site machining is paramount to us all. Every day users of portable machine tools must go through necessary steps to ensure equipment is properly set up and safe to use. At CLIMAX l H&S Tool, we decided...
Visit CLIMAX | H&S Tool at Booth 7648 CLIMAX | H&S Tool invite you to visit our booth (7648) at MINExpo International, September 26 — 28, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. We will be showcasing the latest products from CLIMAX, including the new BW2600 Auto Bore Welder....
CLIMAX | H&S TOOL and FMT announce the arrival of the FF8200 and CM6200 in Australia to further boost the rental fleet. CLIMAX l H&S Tool, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining tools, and Field Machine Tools Australia are pleased to announce the addition of...
CLIMAX I H&S Tool and RectiEquipos S.A.S. will be exhibiting at the upcoming XXXI FERIA INTERNACIONAL DE BOGOTA, EXPOSICION INDUSTRIAL in Bogota on September 26 — 30, 2016. Stop by our stand (#140) to see the brand new BW2600 Automated Bore Welder. Also on display will be the BB5000...
As featured in BUSINESS IN FOCUS, MAY 2016 – This year marks CLIMAX Portable Machine & Welding Systems’ 50th year in business. The pioneer and trendsetter in portable machining technology is currently expanding into new markets and is bringing out four to five new on-site machining products...
It’s never been easier to do business with CLIMAX | H&S Tool. We are #1 for a reason because no other portable machine tool company can offer customers the following: 38 Global offices 50+ Licensed representatives worldwide 50,000+Portable machine tools sold 75 Standard products manufactured in...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems, and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, continues to invest in the Middle East by adding the new FF6300 Flange Facer to the Dubai, UAE rental...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has partnered with TOMCO Industrial as an authorized distributor and rental depot for Western Canada, based in Edmonton. TOMCO will...
We are proud to announce that Mike Love won the CFO of the Year award from the Portland Business Journal, one of the Portland areas most prominent and respected business publications. The Journal commented on Mike’s pivotal leadership role in: — Expanding the company globally...
The global training team at CLIMAX travels the world training customers on proven machine setup, operation and repair methods. Over the last decade, the training team put together a portable “Line boring survival kit” that includes all the necessary tools to create a successful and timely...
Prem Krishnan Joins the CLIMAX | H&S Tool Team CLIMAX Portable Machine Tools Middle East LLC. welcomes to its family Prem Krishnan as Technical Support Engineer. Prem comes to CLIMAX with an experienced background in CNC machines, precision dies and tooling’s. With more than 10...
CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, have opened a new facility in Dubai, creating the most complete and versatile line of high-quality portable machining, welding, and valve testing solutions...
CLIMAX Introduces the New Bortech BW2600 Auto Bore Welder CLIMAX Portable Machining & Welding Systems, industry pioneer and the world’s premier designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art portable machining, welding, and valve testing equipment, is excited to announce the release of the new BORTECH BW2600 Auto...
CLIMAX and H&S Tool Global Customers, Our mission is to deliver an outrageously good customer experience — every interaction, everywhere, every time! This includes our digital marketplace. In February, we launched the new H&S Tool website, and we are very excited to announce the launch...
CLIMAX appoints Sun Shing Holdings Ltd as authorized distributor for Hong Kong. CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, has appointed Sun Shing Holdings Ltd as...
CLIMAX Portable Machining & Welding Systems, Inc., industry pioneer and the world’s premier designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art portable machining, welding, and valve testing equipment, announced the release of the PD3000 pneumatic drill, now available for purchase. The new PD3000 delivers high-torque performance to quickly...
CLIMAX | H&S Tool Open New Sales and Rental Facility. Gonzales, Louisiana — March 8, 2016. CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, have opened a...
Manchester, UK – February 6, 2015. CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and advanced valve testing systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, have opened a new facility in Manchester, England, creating the most complete and...
Visit CLIMAX, H&S Tool, and FMT at Booth L2 CLIMAX, H&S TOOLS, and FMT invite you to visit our booth (L2) at the Australian Oil & Gas Exhibition & Conference, February 24 – 26. We will be showcasing the latest products from CLIMAX and H&S...
Houston, Texas, USA — January 12, 2015. CLIMAX, the leading global manufacturer of portable machining, welding, and valve testing systems and H&S Tool, the top brand in tube/pipe cutting and beveling tools, have combined their rental fleets, creating the most complete and versatile line of high-quality portable machining and welding...
When planning a line boring machine job, customers must determine the best tool bit for the project. Understanding the when and why to choose high-speed steel over carbide is crucial to making the right decision. Typically when line boring, the closer you can keep the...
Portability and precision are two key attributes that make CLIMAX products popular all over the world. But an industrial valve repair shop in Canada puts two other factors at the top of the list of reasons for loving their grinding and lapping machine: Durability and...
Accurately leveling and centering your flange facer is an essential part of machining. To save time and ensure a project is cost-efficient, it’s crucial that operators complete this set-up process the right way before beginning a machining job. With limitations around how thin flange material...
Preventing leaks and maintaining effective sealing of flanged surfaces is crucial in the oil, gas and chemical industry. Regular inspection and preventative maintenance procedures can help prevent crises and ensure operations run efficiently. Flanged surfaces that require preventative maintenance include a raised face, flat face,...
While many companies partner with independent contractors to support machining jobs, others take machining and repairs in house, seeking to operate in a more efficient and cost-effective manner. Due to the sheer size and scope of projects in the heavy construction industry, it’s crucial that...
In the field or in the shop, a lot of parts needing repair prove to be awkward. A flange could be at an odd angle, and in a confined space. A gear box might have multiple bores — right next to each other. Or the...
CHALLENGE: The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) faced a daunting repair project on the Oroville Dam, a hydroelectric plant near Sacramento, California, and the tallest dam in the U.S. During a turbine refurbishment, a subcontractor discovered that an excessive load was being added to the bearings of...
We know that our customers constantly face new challenges. New machines from CLIMAX help combat these challenges: The line of outer-diameter-mount (OD) Flange Facers introduced last fall provides a more convenient solution to small flange facing. Releasing today is the FF2400 OD Mount Flange Facer,...
High pressure, extreme temperatures, and corrosive materials make preventive maintenance critically important to pipeline health. Add in the role the depressed oil prices have had in rousing concerns about cost-efficiency and profitability, and operators are faced with nearly unprecedented challenges to identify areas for production...
No matter the industry, trust is an indispensable quality in relationship building. The partnership between Alaska Roteq and CLIMAX is a prime example of how trust can create mutually beneficial opportunities. As a premier machining service provider in Alaska, Alaska Roteq offers full-service machining capabilities...
In Part 1 last month, we learned that the set-up procedure is the most important part of line boring. However, properly inspecting your bore after you’ve completed a machining or repair job is also critical to ensuring a high-quality result. We followed up with CLIMAX...
Many CLIMAX customers are themselves serving clients of their own. CLIMAX is helping such companies win contracts, solve problems and grow their businesses.
We sat down with CLIMAX Product Trainer Chase Stewmon to learn about best practices for setting-up and aligning your boring bar. These best practice set-up steps apply to the set-up of any type of boring bar, but are specifically compatible with CLIMAX Line Boring Machines.
With a strong commitment to quality and emphasis on customer loyalty, it’s no surprise that Mouldagraph and CLIMAX have been long-standing partners for years. Most recently, Mouldagraph rented the CLIMAX CM6200 Circular Mill to re-machine the surface of the turntable on an EX5500-5 Hitachi hydraulic excavator.
Looking beyond uncertainties, depressed and volatile oil prices can represent an opportunity to prepare for future success through maintenance and training.
Whether your work is in the oil fields, the shipyard or a mining operation, market uncertainties often motivate a second look at budgets. Learn how pre-owned equipment can be an attractive, budget-conscious option.
How do you achieve success, day in and day out? You get more than just machining solutions from CLIMAX. According to people like you, engineering and training services play a big role in the success of our customers. Learn more here.
Out in the field, customers depend on well-maintained machines to keep business moving. What are the best approaches to prevent wear and ensure maximum performance of your KM3000 Key Mill? CLIMAX‘s Tim VanBergen shares best practices for successful keyway cutting to keep your Key Mill running smoothly.
Market conditions and industry trends impose a variety of challenges, and we hear about them every day. You may be facing some of these very problems right now – or you might tomorrow. CLIMAX is here to help.
To help our customers save time and effort on repair jobs, we’re excited to introduce two new attachment options: the surface mount and backfacing attachments for the FF7200 and FF8200 Flange Facers.
