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Which Pipe Sander/Polisher is right for you?

In the world of construction and industrial applications, the importance of precise and efficient pipe fabrication cannot be overstated. From plumbing systems to complex pipelines in oil and gas industries, the quality of pipe fabrication directly impacts the performance and longevity of these critical systems.

These machines are designed to cater to a wide range of pipe sizes and materials, making them suitable for various industries and applications.

In addition to precision and versatility, 111 Abrasive’s Line of Pipe Machines also excels in terms of efficiency. Time is money in the world of construction and fabrication, and these machines are engineered to streamline the pipe fabrication process.

The infographic below shows our PIPE machines and some baseline statistics. However we are going to go more in depth as to which machine is best suited to what job.

PIPE Treatment Machines

What is the best pipe machine for large diameter pipes?

111 Abrasives have a wide variety of Pipe Sanders for pretty much every application. One of the toughest applications is working with large diameter pipes. The PIPE MAX 802 HT is the best option for this as it can ideally do pipes between 40 – 130mm diameter and can do even larger up to 200mm if required due to its open design. 

The PIPE MAX 802 HT is used by various industries such as oil & gas, mining, 4WD (snorkels, trays and bullbars) and many more. It contains a planetary gearbox which ensures huge amount of torque and is incredibly durable. The contact wheel at the front can be used to add additional pressure to remove welds or deep scratches from the surface.

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PIPE MAX on large diameter pipe
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PIPE MAX 802 HT

What is the best pipe machine for closed construction pipes?

The PIPE SNIPER 802 HT is great at tackling closed pipe constructions such as handrails, marine applications, shop fitouts and much more. This is because this machine uses a ‘claw’ system to wrap itself around tubes and pipes and is ideal for pipe diameters between 25 – 70mm. On smaller diameter pipes it can grind, finish or polish pipes 360 degrees from one working position. 

The PIPE SNIPER 802 HT has 1750W of power and planetary gearbox, the same as the PIPE MAX 802 HT. 

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PIPE SNIPER wrapping around pipe

What is the easiest machine to handle?

111 Abrasive’s newest pipe machine in its lineup is the TOPRAIL 1100 HT. This machine is smaller and lighter making it easier to manouvre and even still contains a planetary gearbox giving that enormous torque. It has a smaller motor at 1100 Watts compared with the 1750 Watts of the larger machines but it is more than sufficient for the application.

The TOPRAIL 1100 HT is ideally for 20 – 80mm diameter pipes but can go up to a maximum of 130mm. 

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TOPRAIL 1100 HT PIPE Sander
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TOPRAIL 1100 HT In Use

Conclusion

As you can see 111 Abrasives have a large range of pipe machines for virtually any application. For an ‘all-rounder’ machine the POLY PTX can also be used for PIPE treatment aswell which you can see on our previous blog post. 

111 Abrasives are able to help your business and can demo machines or provide additional information if required to make sure you are making the right choice. All machines can be serviced and repaired by 111 Abrasives and all machines are made by Eisenblaetter in Germany.

We at 111 Abrasives stock spare parts, service the machines and can do repairs. It is not uncommon for our customers to use our machines for over 10 years with regular servicing.