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Prevent Unintended Restart of Rotating Equipment
The new H&S Tool Clamshell with DEFENDER™ ‘Hands-Free’ Protection System will reshape the way you approach your pipe cutting, beveling, and end-prep jobs. One key feature included in the DEFENDER™ Protection System is the Low-pressure Safety Interlock System designed to prevent unintended re-starts of rotating equipment after the loss of […]
Lean MoreOperating a Clamshell Has Never Been Easier!
At CLIMAX, our priority is to design tools that improve user performance and mitigate against safety hazards when using rotating equipment like Clamshell (split-frame) pipe cutting and beveling tools! That’s why H&S TOOL invented the DEFENDER™ ‘Hands-Free’ Protection System. This protection system safeguards operators with the DEFENDER™ Guards, Adjustable Shark […]
Lean MoreMitigating Safety Hazards: Rotating Equipment
Mitigating safety hazards when using rotating equipment like Clamshell (split-frame) pipe cutting and beveling tools is our priority! Recordable safety incidents can be caused by distractions, improper tool usage, deviation from best practices, or adverse chance events in the work environment amongst other reasons. That’s why H&S TOOL invented the […]
Lean MoreThe H&S Tool Clamshell Pipe Cutting and Beveling Machine
The H&S TOOL Clamshell (split-frame) design is a unique combination of safety, reliability, ease of use, rigidity, and precision. The newly introduced, DEFENDER™ ‘Hands-Free’ remote control and protection system, creates a much safer work environment for onsite machinists across the globe. With twenty-three sizes to choose from, H&S TOOL Clamshell […]
Lean MoreYour Partner in Safety – The H&S Tool Defender™
CLIMAX pioneered the portable machining revolution in 1966. For more than 50 years, we have been the innovators and technology leaders in the industry we invented. Our automated ‘Hands-Free’ remote control systems have revolutionized the way operators and companies approach their onsite machining projects. We are proud to introduce the […]
Lean MoreLive Demo and Q&A: The H&S Tool Defender™ – Raising the Bar!
Global industrial statistics indicate that a significant number of jobsite injuries occur due to worker fatigue, distractions, improper tools use, and other factors that cause unexpected hazards. These events can not only pose a hazard to the user but also to all those in the vicinity of the work, and the […]
Lean MoreOn July 22nd – We Take a Huge Step Forward!
CLIMAX pioneered the portable machining revolution in 1966. We’re #1 for a reason, but as YOUR partner in safety, we never rest! Our automated ‘Hands-Free’ remote control systems have revolutionized the way operators and companies approach their onsite machining projects and on July 22, 2020, we invite you to witness […]
Lean MoreComing Soon – A Safer Work Environment for On-site Technicians
For more than 50 years, CLIMAX is the innovator and technology leader in the industry we invented. Our priority is to continue leading the industry with technology focused on features that create a safer environment for technicians and on July 22, 2020, we will once again showcase why we are […]
Lean MoreTHE H&S TOOL PB6 POWER BEVELER LIVE Q&A
The H&S TOOL PB6 Power Beveler is designed to perform on-site machining with speed and accuracy, delivering optimal speed and torque combination to make short work of your pipe prep projects. We invite you to see it in action on June 24, 2020, at 7:00 am Pacific and 10:00 am […]
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