George Ficken
Basic Pneumatic Tool Maintenance Tips
Pneumatic tools are utilized in a variety of tube tool applications from expansion to cleaning. While the power source is often...
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George Ficken
- Nov 3, 2022
- 1 min
Boiler Tube Beveler the Millhog Tube Weasel
A battery-powered end prep tool that can bevel a torched-off pipe or tube end and replaces hand grinding for a precision fit up to...
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George Ficken
- Nov 3, 2022
- 2 min
Steps to Consider Before Rolling Tubes
It’s no secret that tube leaks or failing hydro is a huge headache for organizations. When it comes to tube installation, proper...
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George Ficken
- Oct 17, 2022
- 2 min
Tube Tools for Cleaning Tubes
Cleaning tubes might seem tiring, but it’s a very important part of plant operations. By keeping your tubes clean, you can improve...
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George Ficken
- Oct 11, 2022
- 1 min
Heavy Wall Pipe Cutting & Beveling with Esco Splitframe Clamshell Machine
A new clamshell-style pipe fabrication machine that can part and bevel at the same time and then counterbore for matching pipe I.D.s or...
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George Ficken
- Oct 11, 2022
- 1 min
BOILER TUBE PANEL REPLACEMENT SYSTEM OFFERS FAST, ACCURATE CUTTING & MEMBRANE REMOVAL
A saw and track system that rapidly cuts through water wall boiler tube up to 4″ O.D. to produce highly accurate and perfectly straight...
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George Ficken
- Sep 8, 2022
- 2 min
Retube Tool Essentials
Do you know what is retubing, and why is it important? Retubing is the process of replacing an aging or damaged tube in a heat transfer...
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George Ficken
- Aug 15, 2022
- 4 min
How to Work in Tight Spaces in a Boiler
Confined spaces are one of the most common challenges boilermakers face during tube installation and maintenance. From squeezing into...
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George Ficken
- Aug 9, 2022
- 1 min
The WartHog Millhog Boiler Tube Beveler
An I.D. clamping welding prep boiler tube repair tool that helps assure quality fit-up at biomass and fossil-fired plants by creating...
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George Ficken
- Aug 9, 2022
- 1 min
Battery Powered Millhogs
A battery-powered end prep tool that can bevel a torched-off pipe or tube end and replaces hand grinding for a precision fit up to...
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George Ficken
- Jul 29, 2022
- 3 min
Tube Tools Continuing Innovation
In an increasingly competitive, global marketplace, reducing costs and improving lead times are critical for success. Accomplishing this...
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George Ficken
- Jul 11, 2022
- 4 min
Flange Facing (the easy way)
Flanged connections are found all throughout industrial plants. It is critical to the efficiency and safety of each plant that these...
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George Ficken
- Jun 14, 2022
- 3 min
Understanding ASME, TEMA & API Codes
Standards and processes are at the core of every business. From internal operating procedures to federal regulations, there are many...
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George Ficken
- Jun 14, 2022
- 1 min
The Wart Hog Millhog Tube Beveling Tool
The Wart Hog is a center staple of the Millhog product line from Esco Tool Company. These right angle pneumatic (or electric) milling...
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George Ficken
- Jun 13, 2022
- 5 min
How to Bevel Heavy Wall Pipe (3 Simple Tips)
Whether you're on a jobsite or in the shop, if you're fabricating pipe for industrial plants odds are you'll encounter some heavy wall...
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George Ficken
- Jun 13, 2022
- 3 min
When to Cold Cut & Bevel Pipe with Splitframe Clamshells
There are several reasons why a service provider would want to utilize a portable splitframe clamshell machine in the field to sever,...
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George Ficken
- Jun 1, 2022
- 7 min
Tooling up for Water Tube Boiler Re-Tubes
Are you in the process of planning your next boiler retube project? We've put together a list of 3 key things to consider when tooling up...
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George Ficken
- Jun 1, 2022
- 3 min
How to Remove Welded Boiler Tubes
Step 1: Removing The Weld If a tube end is flared, welded, or roll beaded, the end will need to be removed prior to being pulled or kno...
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George Ficken
- Jun 1, 2022
- 2 min
Choosing a Tube Puller
Tube Stub Removal Elliott offers 3 pulling systems for tube stub removal; Collet Style Tube Tugger, Stub Tugger, and the Super Collet...
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George Ficken
- Jun 1, 2022
- 3 min
Choosing a Rolling Motor for Tube Expansion
With a wide variety of rolling motors on the market, choosing the right one can seem overwhelming. There are several factors to consider...
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