The rental service allows the use of professional pipe milling machines, pipe cutters, and beveling machines for limited periods. It is an ideal solution for temporary projects, pre-purchase testing, and managing production peaks. The service includes technical support, maintenance, and the option to proceed with the purchase of the equipment at a later stage.
When rental is the right choice
Certain production scenarios make rental more advantageous than purchasing. Temporary projects are the most common case: for example, an offshore construction site lasting several months, an extraordinary maintenance project on a petrochemical plant, or the construction of a naval structure with defined timelines. In these contexts, purchasing a machine that would remain unused after the project ends is not economically viable.
Rental also makes it possible to test equipment before purchasing, eliminating doubts related to choosing the most suitable machine. Field testing a pipe cutting machine or pipe bevelling machine allows verification that the equipment truly meets operational requirements before committing significant budgets.
Seasonal production peaks often require additional capacity for limited periods. When demand temporarily increases, rental allows workloads to be managed without investing in equipment that would remain unused in the following months.
Occasional operations on specific materials or large diameters also justify renting specialized equipment. If a workshop typically processes pipes from 2 to 6 inches but receives an order for 40-inch diameters, renting the specific machine required for that job is a more rational choice than purchasing it.
How the GBC rental service works
The GBC rental service begins with an analysis of the customer’s specific requirements. The technical team evaluates the type of operation, materials to be processed, diameters or thicknesses involved, and the expected project duration. Based on this assessment, the most suitable equipment is identified.
Maintenance is included in the service. Machines are supplied ready for use, with no additional costs for routine maintenance or replacement of tools subject to wear during normal operation. This eliminates hard-to-predict cost variables and simplifies project budget planning.
GBC technical support accompanies the customer from installation through to equipment return. Operators receive training on proper machine use, support in setting cutting and beveling parameters, and rapid assistance when needed. This ensures operational continuity even when using equipment that the company is not yet fully familiar with.
Flexible rental durations allow adaptation to actual project timelines. If a project is extended due to technical or logistical reasons, the rental period can be extended. If work is completed early, there are no costs for unused equipment.
Equipment available for rental
Pipe bevelling machines
GBC pipe bevelling machines cover diameters from 0.40 inches (10.3 mm) up to 40 inches (1016 mm). The range includes models with internal and external clamping, powered by electric, pneumatic, hydraulic, or battery systems. Each machine performs facing, external and internal beveling with consistent precision on carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, and Inconel.
Cold milling preserves the metallurgical properties of the material, a crucial aspect for sensitive materials such as duplex and super duplex, where thermal alteration can trigger localized corrosion. Cobalt HSS tools or carbide inserts ensure a surface finish ready for welding.
Professional pipe cutters
GBC pipe cutters cover ranges from 1 to 100 inches, thanks to different construction technologies. Split frame and clamshell models are ideal for pipes already installed in existing systems, while orbital solutions ensure perpendicular, burr-free cutting on loose pipes.
The profile tracking system automatically compensates for irregularities and pipe ovality, ensuring uniform bevels even on out-of-tolerance material. Automatic feed keeps cutting parameters constant, regardless of the operator.
Plate beveling machines
GBC plate beveling machines prepare plate edges from 6 to 120 mm thick with variable angles. Portable models such as the Manual Edge are used on small parts or complex geometries, while automatic feed versions like the Edge 80 operate autonomously on large-format plates.
Multifunction technology allows standard bevels, J-bevels, facing, and cladding removal to be performed with a single machine. This significantly reduces setup times when welding specifications vary across different parts of the same project.
Operational advantages of rental
Operational flexibility allows resources to be adapted to actual production needs. A company can invest in equipment used daily and rent machines required only occasionally.
Technological updates are automatic: rental provides access to the latest machine versions, featuring the most recent optimizations in efficiency, precision, and ease of use, without being tied to obsolete technologies.
From the customer’s perspective, maintenance downtime is not an issue. If a rented machine requires significant maintenance, GBC can provide a replacement to ensure project continuity. This eliminates one of the main risks in projects with tight deadlines.
Simplified management reduces administrative workload: no dedicated maintenance budgets are required, spare parts inventories are not managed, and periodic interventions are not planned. The rental fee covers the entire service, making operating costs predictable and controllable.
From rental to purchase
Testing a machine directly in the field provides insights that no brochure can offer. It is possible to evaluate real ease of use, cutting quality on the company’s specific materials, and reliability under actual operating conditions. After weeks or months of use, the purchase decision is based on objective data rather than assumptions.
If the equipment proves perfectly aligned with company needs, it is possible to proceed with the purchase while valuing the rental period already used. This mechanism reduces the risk of unsuitable investments.
The transition from rental to purchase occurs without operational disruption. The machine remains the same, operators are already familiar with it, and working parameters are established. No additional training or run-in time is required: production continues without interruption.
Contact GBC for rental
To request information about the rental service, the first step is to describe the project: type of operation, materials involved, diameters or thicknesses, expected duration, and location of use. The more details provided, the more accurate the technical proposal will be.
The GBC team evaluates the most suitable equipment and checks availability for the requested period. Technical consulting is free of charge and focused on identifying the optimal solution for the customer’s specific needs, without promoting one product over another.
Support continues throughout the entire rental period. For technical assistance, operational questions, or the need to extend the rental period, the GBC team remains available by phone or email. When required, on-site interventions are also possible to resolve complex issues directly in the field.