News | April 1, 2014

ESCO Bolt Seat Resurfacing Tool Assures Steam Turbine Covers Fit Tight

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Holliston, MA (Marketwired) - ESCO Tool has introduced a new bolt seat resurfacing tool that makes sure turbine cover bolts fit properly after repairs and is suitable for all surfaces subjected to corrosion.

The ESCO MILLHOG® BSR Tool features a cutting head that is equipped with three flat-face blades to cleanly remove corrosion and resurface turbine shell diaphragm retainer bolt holes. Capable of 0.001" flatness accuracy, this tool can remove metal up to 1.5" deep and be equipped with different sized heads to fit the hole and circumference that requires resurfacing.

Fully portable to provide a fast and accurate way to resurface multiple retainer bolt holes without cutting fluids, the ESCO MILLHOG® BSR Tool uses TiN coated blades in a secure blade lock system and has a robust gear drive that is field-proven in numerous beveling and pipe machining applications. It is offered in pneumatic, electric, and battery powered configurations.

The ESCO MILLHOG® BSR Tool is priced from $4,995.00 and is offered in a wide range of sizes. Pricing is 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. 

Source: ESCO Tool