TPT January 2014

Cutting

Multi-cut tube cut-off machine THE stationary tube cut-off machines multi cut (MC3) is a new machine from Linsinger that revolutionises tube cutting with diameters between 150 and 660mm. Instead of one large saw blade, it has three smaller circular saws attached to a radial rotating disc and gives a clean ready-to-sell cut. as soon as a certain number of cuts has been achieved. It changes all three saw blades in just 90 seconds – this would be a pit stop in record time in Formula One. In relation to a twenty-year life cycle of the machine, the time savings achieved corresponds with more than half a year in three shift operation.

processing with slightly less power but without interruption up until scheduled replacement of the saw blades. This avoids expensive production stoppages. According to Linsinger, the efficiency of the MC3 is unrivalled due to several reasons: in contrast to the large and therefore expensive blades in conventional steel circular saws, much smaller and correspondingly less expensive disposable saw blades can be used in the Multi Cut machine. Together with the construction-related higher life time of smaller saw blades, this is a massive reduction in tool costs, which are often higher than the cost of the

Much shorter cycle times result from the simultaneous intervention of all three saws in the tube and subsequent rotation by 120°; the actual cutting time for a P110 steel tube in the size 244 x 13.5mm is therefore only eight seconds. Another decisive advantage: if one of the saws fails, the machine can continue

“The MC3 is not only the measure with all things in precision but also in the efficiency of the machine. The extra cost in comparison to conventional saws amortises within two to three years.” This is how the Linsinger company manager Hans Knoll summarises the number of advantages, which also convinced several customers. And not only them: “The benefits of our multi- cut system have also already been recognised in China. We are expecting a run on this new machine type from the local industry,” explains sales manager Johann Wolfschwenger. For further information visit Linsinger at Tube Düsseldorf Hall 6, Stand 6K20.

actual machine for circular saws that may be used for more than 20 years. Beyond that the thin cutting width saves a lot of material. Last but not least, the MC3 impresses with the fully automatic tool change per- formed by a robot

Linsinger – Austria Email: maschinenbau@linsinger.com Website: www.linsinger.com Yoder upgrades WH-350 tube mill Multi-Cut MC3-406 in operation in Brazil

single source provider, Formtek supplies all of its customers needs.

Formtek is a group of long-established companies, eachwith awell-known name and a history of providing innovative, reliable equipment to the metal forming and metal processing industries. As a

YODER Manufacturing of Cleveland, Ohio, a member of the Formtek Group, has been contracted to refurbish and upgrade an existing WH-350 tube mill to produce structural shapes (HSS).

Formtek – USA Website: www.formtekgroup.com

High strength circular saw blades NEW-FORM Tools offers specialist blades and cutting systems for high tensile and high strength materials. For over 30 years it has been manufacturing metal cutting solutions for the tube and pipe, roll form and coil processing industries. The company offers its range of cutting blades across North and South America for durable, high-speed steel and specialist high-speed steel circular saw blades. for their operations. We’re more than thrilled to say that we now serve the whole tube cutting market.” From the manufacturing process to regrinding and custom design, New- Form Tools said it is proud to supply operations across the world with its cost effective, high quality circular saw blades.

Jim Jantzi, president of New-Form Tools, said: “We knew expanding our product line was the right decision. There is such a high demand in North and South America for high quality, long-lasting, circular saw blades and we knew this was a decision that our existing customers could also utilise

New-Form Tools titanium coated shear blades, jaws and roll-forming tools are impact and wear resistant. With durable tooling that resists chipping and cracking, New-Form Tools is a good source for cutting solutions.

New-Form Tools – Canada Email: tjantzi@newformtools.com Website: www.newformtools.com

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