FAQs

Mactech is an OEM of portable machining and heat-treating equipment, the kind that comes to your job site instead of the other way around. We’re headquartered in Red Wing, Minnesota, with shops in Louisiana, Kentucky and Wisconsin, plus teams in Australia and the UK.

Everything we make is designed and built by us — no distributors, no middlemen. And it’s all available to buy, rent or bring in on contract. Questions about a specific machine or how we work? Start here.

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General

We have four shops and four sales offices in the United States, along with an expanded international footprint in Australia and the United Kingdom. We provide 24/7 support, 365 days a year — and our field technicians travel worldwide.

United States

Shops

  • Mactech Offshore: Broussard, LA
  • Headquarters: Red Wing, MN
  • Mactech Kentucky: Paducah, KY
  • Mactech Marinette: Marinette, WI

Australia

Shops

  • Perth, Western Australia

United Kingdom

Shops

  • Aberdeen, Scotland
  • Congleton, England

Yes. Mactech’s Red Wing, MN headquarters is ISO 9001:2015 certified.

Mactech is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). That means we design, build and support every tool ourselves, right here in the United States. There’s no middleman, no distributor, no outsourced manufacturing. This gives us direct control over the quality and price in a way that most portable machining companies simply can’t beat.

We’re also proud to offer:

  • Custom engineering: If a standard tool doesn’t exist for your job, our team can build one to fit.
  • 24/7, 365 support: We’re on standby round the clock to keep your project moving.
  • 50+ years of experience: We’ve seen plenty of jobs gone wrong — and stepped in to fix‘em.

Warranty:
Mactech, Inc. warrants that our equipment sold with the limited warranty agreement is manufactured according to specifications and meets operating parameters published by Mactech. With proper use and maintenance, while operated by competent persons, the equipment shall fully perform within designed specifications. Mactech, Inc. does not assume Purchaser’s liability for damages related to misuse, handling, or failure of the machine.

Guarantee:
Mactech, Inc. guarantees our equipment against defects in material and manufacturing imperfections for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Mactech’s obligation under this agreement is limited to replacement of parts or repair of the machine. The purchaser must return the product to the Mactech or Mactech-authorized repair facility for warranty evaluation.

Exemptions: Warranty does not apply to: Consumable or wear items including but not limited to tool bits, blades, diamond cutting wire, bearings, feed screws, feed nuts, drive components or corrosion.

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You can find sale pricing ranges on our Product Pages. But to be perfectly honest, pricing depends on machine model, configuration, size, accessories and whether you’re looking to buy, rent or contract a machine with our team. Call us at 1-800-328-1488 or fill out the form on our Contact Us page. We’ll point you to the right equipment and get you accurate pricing based on your unique job.

Yes. For 18-inch P91 material in place, we typically use clamshell portable lathes. Our USS Clamshell Portable Lathes are built for heavy-wall applications on pipe from 10 to 36 inches.

For large-scale components on heavy equipment, we offer:

We offer several solutions for casing cutting, particularly for offshore and subsea applications:

As an OEM, we can also customize tools for unique casing challenges. Learn more about Mactech Off-Shore.

Line boring

Nope. Mactech doesn’t sell Climax boring bars because we manufacture our own line of high-performance portable boring bars designed for on-site machining. Our fleet includes the BB1750, BB2252, BB4000, BB6000 and BB8000, covering cutting capacities from 2 to 96 inches. All are available for purchase or rent.

The BB2252 portable boring bar is available for purchase, rent and contract. Sale prices typically range from $23,500 to $31,500+, depending on bar size and accessory options. Rental or contract (machine + crew) rates vary based on duration and configuration.

Our full fleet includes the BB1750, BB2252, BB4000, BB6000 and BB8000. Rental rates vary based on the model, accessory packages and duration. Just contact us for a quote. Free hands-on training is available at our locations in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Kentucky and Louisiana.

Several options are available depending on your bar size:

  • MBMC 6 Facing Arm Attachment: Turns the MBMC Boring Bar into a flange facing machine, covering 6 to 76 inches in diameter.
  • BB2252 Facing Head: Available as a facing head assembly with a range of 3.5 to 21 inches.
  • BB1750: For smaller applications: a 1¾-inch bar with 2 to 10 inch cutting capacity, designed for confined spaces.

The BB1750 features a bi-directional, variable feed rate of 0 to 0.020 inches per revolution (0 to 0.5mm). It machines bores from 2 to 10 inches in diameter and is available with electric or hydraulic drive.

Clamshell lathes

Portable mills

Travel varies by model:

  • MT4 LRA: X-axis 4.1-64.1 inches; Y-axis 5.5 inches
  • MT6 LRA: X-axis 27.7-75.7 inches; Y-axis 6.9 inches
  • MT8 LRB: X-Axis 36-108 inches; Y-axis 8.5 inches

Mactech portable boring mills are precision 3-axis machines built for complex on-site work, not just hole-making. Key differences:

  • Precision: Linear rails, rigid construction and precision feed screws ensure high accuracy.
  • Versatility: Can be welded, clamped, bolted or magnetically attached in any orientation.
  • Power options: Available in hydraulic, electric or air-powered configurations for large-area repairs where dismantling isn’t practical.

Yes. Our MT4 LRA, MT6 LRA and MT8 LRB mills offer multiple mounting options for attaching directly to the workpiece:

  • Magnetic bases for quick setup on ferrous surfaces
  • Bolting or clamping for high-stability machining
  • Welding for heavy-duty positioning

The MT8 LRB is particularly effective for large-area work, and it’s available in lengths up to 120 inches.
Our industrial gantry mills are also built for high accuracy on large, flat surfaces.

Flange facers

Yes. Our Flange Data Chart covers Series 400, 600, 900, 1500 and 2500 flanges and includes nominal pipe size, wrench size, bolt quantity and size, bolt circle diameter and R.F. or R.T.J. dimensions. Our flange refacing capabilities cover 1 inch up to 20 feet in diameter. Read more here.

Yep. You can both rent and purchase Mactech’s Large Diameter Facing Machine (LDFM). It handles diameters from 55 to 229 inches and features a rigid tubular beam design to reduce vibration.

Diamond wire saws

Yes. You can find it on the articulating diamond wire saws product page on our website and on YouTube. The tool is designed for low-clearance cuts in tight spots, including below-the-mudline cutting for heavy-wall legs and conductor removals, and requires only 24 inches of clearance around the casing.

Portable drilling

Yes. Our HMD5P hydraulic magnetic drill features a #5 Morse Taper and a tap capacity of 2-6 inches It’s designed for powerful performance in tight spaces and can be used at various angles. Hydraulic power units in 10hp and 20hp configurations are available to power this equipment. Download the spec sheet here

Heat treating

Yes! Our Stresstech PT504, PT1006 and PT1508 heat-treating consoles support USB connectivity for transferring live trends, historical data and operator audit trails. For specific third-party driver or connectivity questions, give us a call at 1-800-328-1488.

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