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MT Portable Machine at STEEL FAB 2026 in Sharjah   STEEL FAB is a leading steel fabrication and metalworking exhibition in the Middle East, held in Sharjah, UAE.   At STEEL FAB 2026, MT Portable Machine presented its portable machining solutions, including pipe cutting and beveling machines and portable flange facing machines, designed for efficient on-site machining and maintenance.   The exhibited equipment is widely used in steel fabrication, oil & gas, power generation, and heavy industry, offering advantages such as easy installation, high portability, and stable machining accuracy.   Through direct communication with regional customers and partners, MT Portable Machine further strengthened its presence in the Middle East market and reaffirmed its commitment to providing reliable on-site machining solutions worldwide.

In the high-stakes sectors of Oil & Gas, Power Generation, and Chemical Processing, the integrity of a flange joint is the thin line between operational excellence and catastrophic failure. As we move through 2025, the Portable Flange Facer has emerged as an indispensable tool for engineers looking to minimize downtime and maximize safety. Why Portable Flange Facers are the Industry Standard for Field Repair Traditionally, repairing a damaged flange face required dismantling entire piping systems and transporting heavy components to a machine shop. This process was not only expensive but caused weeks of production lag. Today’s Portable Flange Facer technology has turned this around. By bringing the machine to the workpiece—In-situ Machining—companies are seeing a significant ROI through: Minimized Downtime: Repairs that once took days are now completed in hours. Precision Accuracy: Modern portable tools achieve tolerances and surface finishes (Ra) that rival stationary workshop lathes. Cost Efficiency: Eliminating logistics, crane rentals, and extensive labor costs associated with pipe removal. Key Innovations in 2025: What’s New? The latest generation of Portable Flange Facing Machines focuses on three major pillars: Lightweight Ergonomics, Rigidity, and Versatility. Internal & External Mounting: Whether it’s an ID-mount or OD-mount system, modern tools offer faster setup times using modular jaw systems. Multifunctional Tooling: A single Portable Flange Facer can now handle Raised Face (RF), Flat Face (FF), and complex Ring Type Joint (RTJ) grooves with simple attachment swaps. Drive Options: Operators can choose between Pneumatic (ideal for explosive environments), Hydraulic (for heavy-duty torque), or Electric drives depending on the site requirements. Industry Insight: According to recent market analysis, the demand for On-site Machining Solutions is growing at a CAGR of 5.8%, driven by the aging infrastructure of global refineries and the need for rapid maintenance. Choosing the Right Portable Flange Facer for Your Project For B2B buyers and maintenance managers, selecting the right equipment is critical. Consider the following factors: Clamping Range: Ensure the machine covers your specific pipe diameters. Surface Finish Requirements: Look for machines with automatic radial and axial feeds to guarantee a consistent phonographic finish. Safety Compliance: Always opt for CE-certified equipment that meets international safety standards for on-site operation.

Meet MT Portable Machine at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 in Germany! We are delighted to invite you to SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for joining, cutting, and surfacing technologies. The exhibition will take place from September 15th to 19th, 2025, in Essen, Germany. This year, MT Portable Machine will showcase our latest innovations in portable flange facing, pipe beveling, and on-site machining solutions, designed to meet the growing demands of the oil & gas, petrochemical, and power industries. VISIT US AT: Hall 5, Booth 5C24 Exhibition Venue: Messe Essen GmbH, Messeplatz 1, 45131 Essen, Germany We warmly welcome you to explore our new product lines and discuss how we can support your field machining needs with precision and efficiency. For more information, please visit the official website: www.schweissen-schneiden.com We look forward to seeing you in Essen!

MT Portable Machine Unveils Flange Facing and Pipe Bevelers at Essen Shanghai Shanghai, China – June 17–20, 2025 — MT Portable Machine successfully exhibited at the Essen Welding & Cutting Fair Shanghai, one of Asia’s leading industrial exhibitions for welding, cutting, and portable machining solutions. Product Launch Highlights During the exhibition, MT introduced its next-generation portable machine tools, including: Flange Facing Machines — designed for on-site flange repair and precision resurfacing. Pipe Beveling Machines — offering multiple drive options and toolbit configurations for accurate weld-prep. Compact ergonomic designs — engineered for fast setup and operation in restricted job-site conditions. These products highlight MT’s expertise in cold cutting technology, split-frame clamshell machines, and modular portable tools. Strong Industry Response The event attracted professionals from oil and gas, shipbuilding, power generation, and heavy manufacturing sectors. Visitors expressed strong interest in MT’s cold cutting systems, flange facing machines, and pipe bevelers. Long-term partners revisited the booth for updates, while new visitors engaged in detailed project discussions. Expanding Market Reach MT’s participation not only strengthened its brand presence in the domestic Chinese market, but also opened new opportunities in international markets. Positive feedback from overseas distributors and end-users further reinforced MT’s position as a global leader in portable machining solutions.

FI40E On-Site Flange Facing Machine Sets New Standard in Portable Precision Machining   Wuxi, China – June 2025 — As industrial sectors such as oil & gas, power generation, and petrochemical refining demand faster and more accurate on-site repairs, MT Portable Machine's FI40E On-Site Flange Facing Machine is redefining how critical sealing surfaces are restored in the field. Engineered for durability, portability, and micron-level accuracy, the FI40E offers the perfect combination of performance and field reliability. The FI40 series is designed for internal mounting, targeting flanges from 6 to 40 inches (153–1000 mm) in diameter, with an ID mounting range of 145–910 mm. A 102 mm (4") tool post travel supports comprehensive facing and boring operations, while six continuous feed rates allow operators to meet ASME B16.5 gramophone finish requirements—including flat face (FF), raised face (RF), ring-type joint (RTJ), and complex groove profiles such as V-grooves and lens rings.   Customers can choose between two drive configurations:   FI40P: Powered by a Modec pneumatic motor (2.2 Hp / 1.7 kW), delivering 10–33 rpm at 1.8 m³/min @ 0.6 MPa—ideal for ATEX and explosive work zones.   FI40E: Driven by a Panasonic servo motor (2.0 Hp / 1.5 kW), offering variable speeds from 0–40 rpm for precision control in workshop or plant shutdown settings.   What makes the FI40E flange facing machine stand out in the field machining world is its premium mechanical foundation. It incorporates NSK high-precision bearings and a hardened "V" linear guide system to ensure low-vibration, high-accuracy cutting even in extended operations. The 360° rotating tool post provides unmatched flexibility for machining sealing grooves and custom surface profiles.   Setup is quick and accurate thanks to three quick-set base options, each featuring micro-adjustable jaws for perfect centering. Whether the flange is horizontal, vertical, or upside down, the FI40’s low center of gravity ensures machining stability. Its modular frame design enhances portability and ease of transport.   The FI40E unit weighs 350 kg and is shipped in a rugged steel storage crate (1250×640×775 mm), designed to withstand harsh site conditions. A waterproof, impact-resistant case protects the machine during transport and long-term storage.   Lisa Sun, Technical Director at MT Portable Machine, commented: “Our clients rely on machines that reduce downtime and deliver consistent results. The FI40E flange facing tool meets those needs—backed by intelligent design, industrial-grade components, and a field-proven track record.”   Field-tested in refineries, chemical plants, offshore rigs, and nuclear stations, the FI40E continues to prove its value as a go-to solution for on-site flange resurfacing, weld overlay repair, and precision finishing. It blends portability, ruggedness, and CNC-grade accuracy—making it a top-tier choice for mission-critical maintenance.

FI40 Flange Facing Machine – On-Site Flange Repair Challenge Sinopec Tenth Construction Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Sinopec Engineering Group, faced a tough challenge: over 300 flanges with welding deformation and corrosion needed repair on-site. Most flanges were welded to pipelines and could not be transported to workshops.   MT Portable Machines provided FI40 Flange Facing Machine with servo motor, capable of machining flanges from 150 to 1000 mm in diameter. Our engineers trained their operators, allowing them to repair one flange per hour, or 10 flanges per day. To date, over 200 flanges have been successfully repaired.   The servo motor offers more flexibility and is ideal for high-altitude and on-site operations, outperforming traditional pneumatic motors.   MT Portable Machines specializes in solving challenging on-site machining problems, providing efficient, safe, and portable flange facing solutions.   For more information or inquiries about the FI40 Flange Facing Machine, contact info@mtportable.com

The IDPA38 Pipe Beveling and Facing Machine is specially designed for high-efficiency facing and beveling of heat exchanger tubes with diameters ranging from 14 to 40 mm and wall thicknesses of 1 to 4 mm.   In traditional heat exchanger maintenance, tube end preparation is often performed using drilling machines or standard ID pipe beveling machines, which can be labor-intensive, time-consuming, and inconsistent. MT Portable Machines introduces the IDPA38 as a revolutionary solution for tube sheet facing and chamfering applications.   Thanks to its fast-clamping pneumatic locking system, supported by a specially engineered air cylinder, the IDPA38 allows a skilled operator to complete one tube end preparation in just a few seconds. The integrated balancer further reduces operator fatigue, making continuous on-site processing easy, safe, and highly efficient.   The IDPA38 is an ID-mounted pipe beveling and facing machine, ideal for preparing tube ends and tube sheet bores prior to welding and final squaring. Its compact milling head with double cutting-edge inserts ensures excellent surface finish and long tool life.   Engineered for maximum strength, speed, and safety, the IDPA38 is widely recognized as one of the fastest and most powerful machines in its class. It is suitable for machining a wide range of materials, including: Carbon steel and alloy steel Stainless steel Duplex and super duplex Inconel and other exotic alloys Titanium MT Portable Machines is committed to delivering high-quality portable machining solutions and reliable on-site processing methods to customers worldwide, helping reduce downtime and improve productivity in heat exchanger maintenance and fabrication.   If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the IDPA38 Pipe Beveling and Facing Machine, please contact info@mtportable.com— our team is ready to assist you.

RTJ Flange Repair – On-Site Ring Type Joint Flange Machining   RTJ flanges (Ring Type Joint) are widely used in high-pressure and high-temperature piping systems, making them a standard choice for API specification flanges. Typical applications include oilfield valves, pipeline systems, pressure vessels, and other critical industrial joints where leak-free performance is essential. Unlike flat face (FF) or raised face (RF) flanges, RTJ flanges use a metal ring gasket seated in a precisely machined groove to form a metal-to-metal seal. Key Characteristics of RTJ Flanges   Use solid metal ring gaskets instead of soft composite gaskets Feature a precision-machined groove to locate the gasket Create a metal-to-metal seal when compressed Softer gasket material flows into the harder flange surface for sealing Designed to resist over-tightening, vibration, and movement These features make RTJ flanges ideal for demanding operating conditions. On-Site RTJ Flange Groove Machining   RTJ groove dimensions must comply with ASME B16.5 standards. This work can be performed on-site using portable flange facing machines, eliminating the need for flange removal and reducing downtime.   MT Portable Machines flange facers are designed to machine RTJ grooves without additional optional attachments, ensuring efficient and accurate on-site repair. RTJ Machining Capabilities Portable flange facing machines typically use one of two axial feed systems to create the required 23° sealing faces:   Automatic axial feed Ideal for precision RTJ machining and long-duration work. Typical models: FI40, FI60, FI80 Striker (kick-feed) axial feed Axial movement is controlled by a striker mechanism or manually by the operator. Typical models: FE12, FI26   Both systems also support manual feed for fine adjustments.

FI60 Flange Facing Machine – On-Site Flange Resurfacing Test Our customer recently tested the FI60 Flange Facing Machine on a container vessel before shipment. The portable flange facer effectively restored the damaged sealing surface, ensuring improved safety, sealing integrity, and long-term reliability of the equipment.   With its strong cutting performance and stable resurfacing capability, the FI60 has been highly praised by the customer. This test highlights the FI60 as a dependable solution for on-site flange facing, flange repair, and maintenance across marine, oil & gas, and industrial applications.   If you need a reliable tool for quick and precise flange resurfacing, the FI60 is an ideal choice to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.

OD Mounted Pipe Cutting and Beveling Machines MT Split Frame Clamshell Machines deliver outstanding power, precision, and versatility for on-site pipe cutting and beveling. Designed for strength, portability, and operator safety, these OD-mounted split frame lathes ensure reliable performance in demanding field conditions.   Based on feedback from operators worldwide, MT engineers have optimized the design for easy setup, smooth operation, and superior cutting performance.   With a machining range from 0" to 60" O.D. (0–1524 mm), the MT Split Frame Machines are perfect for cutting, beveling, facing, and counterboring. Multiple  drive options—electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic—provide flexibility for various on-site applications. Key Features Compact and portable design for on-site operations High-strength alloy frame ensures durability and precision Multiple drive options – electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic Wide machining range: 0"–60" (0–1524 mm) O.D. Safe and user-friendly operation with improved quick-mount clamping Suitable for cutting, beveling, facing, and counterboring Applications Perfect for industries such as: Oil and Gas Pipeline Construction Power Generation Petrochemical Plants Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering Fabrication and Maintenance Services