ESCO Tube Beveling Tool Features New Motor That Doubles Cutting Torque

HOLLISTON, MA--(Marketwired - Feb 24, 2015) - ESCO Tool has introduced a right angle pipe and boiler tube machining tool has been upgraded with a new air motor which provides more torque at the cutter head and is easy to disassemble and clean in the field.

The ESCO Ground MILLHOG® is a right angle drive I.D. clamping tube beveling tool that requires only 1-1/2" clearance, easily fits into water wall boiler tube panels, and includes all attached wrenches. Featuring a 1 HP pneumatic motor that is easy to disassemble and clean in the field, and a robust gear train with a proprietary gear reduction design, this tool operates at 125 RPM and produces 41 ft.-lbs. torque at the cutter head.

Suitable for tubes from 1/2" I.D. to 2-1/4" O.D., the ESCO Ground MILLHOG^® is designed to machine tubes that are highly alloyed, or have high chrome content, using TiN coated cutter blades and no cutting fluids. Equipped with a push-pull clamp and release that disengages easily, ratchet feed, and a safety lever throttle, this tool can be used in any orientation.

The ESCO Ground MILLHOG^® is priced from $4,995.00 and is available for rent. Pricing and literature are available upon request.

About ESCO Tool

For over 50 years, ESCO Tool has worked closely with end-users on the toughest tube and pipe cutting and end prep applications in the power generation and metalworking industries. Their experience has allowed them to invent and manufacture high quality, torque-free end prep tools that work efficiently and require no special operator training.

The ESCO product line features their robust line of MILLHOG® welding end prep tools and Air-Powered Saws and specialty mount systems, High-Speed Hand-Held Bevelers, and accessories. Available for sale or rent, with 24 hour shipment or less usually available, these field-proven tools are built tough and precision machined from the finest materials to make sure that you get your job done properly, on time, and under budget.