Portable Machine Tools Allow On-site Repairs
Climax Portable Machine Tools offers a line
of portable boring and welding machines
for on-site, field machining on many types
of mining equipment. These machines are
specially designed to bore and weld simul-
taneously, significantly decreasing machin-
ing and weld time. The tools can machine
bores in tractor frames, lifting mecha-
nisms, bridge pieces, attachments, and
other types of heavy equipment. The
Climax BB5000 boring bar, as an example,
is a compact, flexible line boring machine
that installs in 30 minutes, and is claimed
to provide more torque than any compara-
ble tool. It can also do facing, grooving,
spade drilling, threading and trepanning,
with boring diameters from 1.375–24 in.
(35 to 610 mm). The automated on-site
welders interface with the boring machine
system, enabling one setup for both items.
Climax tools are available for sale or rent,
and two-day intensive training programs
are available to ensure employees are prop-
erly trained in their use.
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As featured in Womp 2011 Vol 01 - www.womp-int.com