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ESCO MILLHOG(R) Welding End Prep Tool Designed for Highly Repetitive Tasks

HOLLISTON, MA — (Marketwired) — 10/08/13 — has introduced a portable welding end prep tool that features which reduces cycle times for highly repetitive end prep milling in fabrication shops.

The is equipped with an air-operated clamp that attaches to a tube or pipe I.D. and releases from it by simply flipping a toggle switch. Ideally suited for highly repetitive end preps, the pneumatic clamping system reduces operator fatigue and increases throughput by up to 600%, claims the firm.

Featuring a self-centering draw rod that rigidly mounts into the tube or pipe I.D., the MILLHOG® Mongoose Air Clamp Welding End Prep Tool employs clamp ribs that retract off the mandrel automatically after milling to reduce friction. Designed for tubes and pipe from 5/8″ I.D. to 3″ O.D., this tool can bevel, face, and bore simultaneously and remove membrane.

The MILLHOG® Mongoose Air Clamp Welding End Prep Tool sells for $3,995.00 and is available for rent in the continental U.S.A.

About ESCO Tool

For over 50 years, has worked closely with end-users on the toughest tube and pipe cutting and 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 and and specialty mount systems, , 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.

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For more information contact:

ESCO Tool
A Unit of Esco Technologies, Inc.
Matthew Brennan
Marketing Director
75 October Hill Rd.
Holliston, MA 01746
(800) 343-6926
FAX (508) 429-2811
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