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 bearings...
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,...
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, providing...
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...
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....
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...
