TPT July 2013

Technology News

New innovative high-speed steel and plastic pipe cutting

machines FINNISH company Exact Tools Oy, which has developed a complete new method to cut pipes, has launched a brand new range of steel and plastic pipe cutting systems along with cutting accessories. The award winning PipeCut range of pipe cutting systems are one of the fastest, easiest, safest and most precise ways to cut and bevel pipes and tubes on-site – producing a straight, ready to install finished surface in a multitude of diameters and materials, eliminating many of the problems associated with pipe cutting. There are over seven different models available ranging from the PipeCut 170 and 170E systems for cutting 15mm to 170mm diameter steel and plastic pipe to the PipeCut P400 for cutting and bevelling in one process, plastic pipe from 100mm to 400mm in diameter with a wall thickness up to 25mm. Each model can be supplied with a choice of three different blades – TCT (tungsten carbide tip) blades for general use in cutting steels, copper, aluminium, plastic and multi-layer materials; cermet with ceramic tips for heavy duty applications such as cutting stainless steel; and acid proof steel and diamond discs for cutting cast iron pipes. The Exact V1000 model can cut spiral duct tube ranging from 75mm to 1,000mm in diameter with wall thicknesses ranging from 1.5 to 6mm.

Each system comes supplied with its own set of pipe holders (except model V1000 which are an optional extra) pipe saw, allen keys, CD user manual and shoulder bag. Other features of these products include the ability to cut pipe at floor level, improved working environment and user safety including fire safety, increased productivity through extremely fast cutting speeds, light to use, pipes can be cut everywhere where electric power is available, and work benches or large manipulators are not required. Distributor companies interested in selling these products or end users seeking a no obligation demonstration are asked to contact Exact Tools sales director Steve Marsland. Exact Tools Oy – Finland Email: steve.marsland@exacttools.com Website: www.exacttools.com

These systems are suitable for the professional industrial pipe installer employed in power generation, refinery and chemical plant, hospital and other construction sites, house building and renovation, shipbuilding, wood pulp, fresh and waste water systems, heating and cooling systems, gas installations, maintenance and repair work. They are very easy to use on steel, cast iron, stainless steel, aluminium, copper and most types of plastic. The cutter firmly grips the pipe to be cut, with the blade being automatically positioned to cut correctly. In addition the entire weight of the cutter rests on the pipe. When started, the blade chips the pipe surface rather than grinding it, producing a burr-free cut surface that is ready for installation. The operation is dust free and does not produce any sparks.

A new method for cutting pipes from Exact Tools

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