Climax Portable Machine Tools

Climax Portable Machine Tools is a company that specializes in providing portable machining, welding, and valve testing and repair tools. Founded in the late 1960s, Climax has established itself as a leader in the field of on-site machining solutions, allowing for high precision and efficiency in repair and maintenance tasks without the need to disassemble heavy equipment and machinery.

Key Aspects of Climax Portable Machine Tools:

Product Range:
- Portable Machining Tools: These include flange facers, lathes, milling machines, and boring machines that can be used directly in the field.
- Welding Systems: Tools designed for in-place welding applications, crucial for minimizing downtime and maintaining high productivity.
- Valve Testing and Repair Tools: Equipment specifically developed for the maintenance and repair of various types of valves, ensuring they meet required standards.
Industries Served:
- Oil and Gas: Tools for maintaining pipelines, refineries, and other equipment.
- Power Generation: Equipment for the repair and maintenance of turbines, generators, and related systems.
- Shipbuilding and Marine: Portable tools for the maintenance of seafaring vessels and their components.
- Mining: Solutions for heavy machinery used in mining operations.
- Manufacturing: Tools to maintain and repair factory machinery and production lines.
Global Reach: Climax Portable Machine Tools has a presence in over 30 countries, with a network of support and service centers, ensuring that clients around the world have access to their innovative solutions.
Training and Support: The company places a strong emphasis on customer service, offering extensive training programs and around-the-clock technical support to ensure that users can effectively and safely operate their equipment.
Innovation and Quality: Climax is known for its commitment to innovation and quality, continuously evolving its product lineup to meet the changing needs of the industries it serves. The tools are designed to be durable, reliable, and capable of withstanding the rigors of field operations.

By leveraging Climax's portable machining solutions, companies across various industries can perform critical maintenance and repair tasks more efficiently, reducing downtime and improving overall operational productivity.

1-503-538-2185
www.cpmt.com
1-503-538-7600

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Heavy-duty portable machine tools for purchase or rent including boring machines, flange facers, milling machines and AutoBoreWelders, training and consu

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