Tube Tuggers
Tube Tugger
Semi-Continuous Hydraulic Tube Pulling System
Elliott’s Tube Tugger is a powerful continuous hydraulic tube pulling system for removing any type of tube material effortlessly from heat exchangers, chillers, and other heat transfer vessels.
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Tube Size: 0.625” to 1.250” (15.9 – 31.8mm) OD
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Type: Tube Puller
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Application: Heat exchangers, chillers, and other heat transfer vessels
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Pulling Capacity: 30 Ton (27Mt)
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Stroke: 3" (76.2mm)
Super Tube Tugger
Semi-Continuous Hydraulic Tube Pulling System
Elliott’s Super Tube Tugger is a powerful continuous hydraulic tube pulling system for removing any type of tube material effortlessly from boilers and surface condensers.
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Tube Size: 1.500” to 2.000” (38.1 – 50.8mm) OD
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Type: Tube Puller
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Application: Boilers and Surface Condensers
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Pulling Capacity: 60 Ton
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Stroke: 4" (101mm)
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