A boiler outage is a crucial time for a power plant or industrial facility. During outages, maintenance and repairs are performed on the boilers to ensure they are operating at maximum efficiency. During an outage, time is of the essence and it's essential to have the right tools to get the job done quickly, safely and efficiently. The Ground Millhog is the ultimate solution for beveling tubes in boiler outages. Its compact design makes it ideal for accessing single tubes in a boiler tube waterwall, with a critical width of just 1.5 inches (38.1mm), making it the perfect tool for single tube repair. The Ground Millhog is designed to make the end prepping process as efficient and effective as possible, ensuring that you can get the job done right, the first time around.
What Are Boiler Outage Tools?
Boiler outage tools are specialized equipment used during a maintenance shutdown or outage of a boiler system. These tools help in efficient and effective maintenance of the boiler and its components, saving time and ensuring safe operation. They are designed to perform specific tasks, such as preparing and cutting tubes, removing membranes, beveling edges, and cleaning boilers.
So Why The Ground Millhog?
The Ground Millhog is capable of beveling tubes up to 2.250 inches in diameter and can perform a bevel of any angle, making it an essential tool for preparing tubes for welding.
One of the standout features of the Ground Millhog is its Membrane Removal Head, which can be equipped to remove membrane from boiler tubes with an O.D. ranging from .875”-1.250”. This head not only makes the process of removing membrane quick and easy, but it also ensures that the end result is precise and ready for fit up. The Ground Millhog is equipped with an automatic air activated clamping system that instantly clamps and releases the beveling tool to and from the tube I.D., reducing cycle time and increasing production.
The Ground Millhog is also low-maintenance, compact, and portable. Its rigid design makes it easy to mount to the tube I.D. and easy to release, and its self-centering torque-free operation ensures that you can get the job done right, every time. The Ground Millhog can perform any angle of bevel, making it a versatile and indispensable tool for any boiler outages.
The Ground Millhog is built with a steel housing that is integral with a radial thrust ball bearing, ensuring that it is built to last and withstand even the toughest conditions. The chatter-free blade locking system ensures that the blade remains securely in place, so you can work with confidence and peace of mind. The Ground Millhog uses TiN and Hard Lube coated cutter blades, giving you get a clean, precise cut every time, without the need for cutting oils.
The Ground Millhog Makes All The Difference
Whether you're a boilermaker or a pipefitter, the Ground Millhog is the tool you need to get the job done right. Its range of end prep capabilities, from .500-2.250 inches (12.7-57.2mm), and its Membrane Removal Head make it one of the best tool for small boiler outages tube and pipe. With its compact design and self-centering torque-free operation, the Ground Millhog is the tool you need to work efficiently and effectively, so you can get the job done right, the first time around.