WARDJet, Inc.    Tallmadge, OH 44278
Nov 22, 2005 Fabricated from thin plates of steel into interlocking, all-welded structure, JOBSHOP GRATES® ensure minimal contact with abrasive waterjet stream and almost eliminate kickback into parts being cut. Units are 5 in. deep, modular, and reversible. Integrated jigging and fixturing system allows different parts to be loaded and clamped down anywhere on table at same time. Operators can extend grate life by rotating them and turning them over.

RIDGID    Elyria, OH 44035
Nov 22, 2005 RIDGID® Models 150 and 150-L can cut close to flare on copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel tubing. Model 150 cuts up to 1-1/8 in. OD tubing, while Model 150-L offers additional capacity of up to 1-3/8 in. OD tubing. Enclosed feed-screw design prevents clogging or jamming. Quick-change X-CEL ball-detent wheel pin enables users to change cutter wheels by hand and eliminates lost fastening clips, while ergonomic X-CEL knob gives users firm grip.

Mitsubishi EDM/MC Machinery Systems, Inc.    Wood Dale, IL 60191
Nov 17, 2005 X-Flow Resonator Series features 3-axis, cross flow design, which utilizes only one premixed bottle of gas, eliminating need for mixing system and reducing laser gas consumption down to 3 liters/hr. Since beam-on process reaches full power in 45 sec, resonator can be shut down between shifts and during breaks.

New Wave Research    Fremont, CA 94539
Nov 02, 2005 Available in motorized and manual configurations, portable StageLaze Accessory Kit transforms QuickLaze systems into turnkey failure-analysis and micromachining solutions. Laser can be specified in single and multiple wavelength configurations, including IR, green, and UV, providing ability to cut variety of materials. Applications include removing discrete layers of materials, ITO shorts in LCD panels, polyimide prior to FIB edits, and color-filter repairs.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.    Brookfield, WI 53005-2550
Oct 24, 2005 Available for Quik-Lok Job Saw, accessory blades are offered for various applications and are available individually or in 11-piece utility kit with Job Saw handle. All blades feature ½ in. Universal Blade Tang. Along with carbide grout, putty, and paint scraper styles, blades include linoleum, straight, wavy, roofer's, utility, hunter's, and raker grout blade styles. Each product is made from stainless steel or nickel-plated carbon steel.

Kalamazoo Machine Tool, Inc.    Portage, MI 49002
Oct 21, 2005 Suited for production sawing, heavy-duty Model C360SA is powered by 4 hp, 3-phase TEFC motor and features 14½ in. HSS blade, 2-speed spindle (18 and 36 rpm), and totally enclosed transmission. It is capable of cutting round and square profiles, as well as solid mild steel up to 4 in. dia at 90°, 45° left and right, and 60° right. It can also cut rectangular shapes up to 4 x 7 in. at 90°, 4 x 5 in. at 45°, and 3½ x 3½ in. at 60°. Full guards remove for cleaning.

Mitchell, Inc.    Elkhart, IN 46515
Oct 20, 2005 Designed to cut rubber with lengths up to 48 in. and diameters up to 12 in., Lathe Cutters feature quick changeover system that cuts knife changeover times down to 10 sec. Knife holder slips over top of carriage and is secured with quick release or disconnect handle. All machines come with spare knife holder that safely holds knife during blade changeover, and device that ensures desired positioning.

Bosch Power Tools & Accessories    Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Oct 18, 2005 Featuring 2 BLUECORE(TM) batteries, CPK40-18 is 18 V, 4-piece combo kit with 30 min dual-bay charger. Brute-Tough(TM) hammer drill/driver has carbide teeth and hammer on/off ring. Operating at speeds to 3,600 rpm, 6½ in. cordless circular saw features 50° bevel to cut 2 x 2 material as well as 45° positive stop. Reciprocating saw has dual-stroke function and variable speed trigger. Also included, 2-position pivoting head flashlight has adjustable focus beam and can stand upright.

Hougen Mfg. Inc.    Flint, MI 48501 2005
Oct 14, 2005 Copperhead(TM) Annular Carbide Tip Cutters feature carbide tip cutting edges brazed onto steel body, providing optimal wear resistance and tool life in drilling applications involving high Brinnell hardness alloys or abrasive cast irons. Tools can be re-sharpened to further extend operational life and feature dual flat shank. Available sizes range from 9/16-1½ in. dia for holemaking to 2 in. depth of cut.

Pacific Handy Cutter, Inc.    Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Oct 12, 2005 Featuring blunt tip to safely open boxes, use of T1 Tape Splitter eliminates razor blades from workplace, minimizes accidents, avoids injury to workers, and prevents damage to merchandise. Ergonomic handle maintains neutral wrist position for worker comfort.

Greenlee Textron, Inc.    Rockford, IL 61109
Oct 11, 2005 Packaged in shatterproof bottle with integral leak-proof cap, 462B Dark Cutting/Threading Oil helps drill bits, hole saws, drill/taps, and hole cutters provide smooth cuts when working with mild steel, stainless steel, copper, and aluminum. Thermally stable product does not contain any hazardous compounds and can be cleaned from machined parts with minimal effort.

Kennametal Inc., Advanced Materials Div.    Latrobe, PA 15650-0231
Oct 04, 2005 Engineered for finish-turning to medium machining of all steel workpieces, turning grade KC9105 incorporates core carbide substrate with deformation resistance that allows dry machining and long cuts. Cobalt enrichment at periphery lends to insert edge security, while chemical vapor deposition coating technology ensures wear and thermal resistance. Product is available in KennaPerfect Kenloc geometries -FF, -FN, -MN, -RP, -RN, -FW, and -MW.

Vernon Devices, Inc.    New Rochelle, NY 10801
Sep 28, 2005 Series 82 degree CHAM-BIT converts twist drill into combination drill and 82° countersink suited for machining countersinks for flat head machine screws. Double edge cutter fits on clearance diameter of drill, enabling it to provide full and concentric countersink, while radial relieved cutting edges provide clean and chatter-free cutting. Tool can be positioned anywhere up and down flutes of drill and locked into position with 2 driving set screws.

PETRA Machines Ltd.    1000 Ljubljana   Slovenia
Sep 26, 2005 Designed for structural rigidity, semi-automatic DC300 ToolMaster comes with laser-line pointer and is designed for tool shop operations. Model DC300A is engineered for high-volume, automated metal cutting tasks up to 300 x 300 mm. Both feature precise, parallel movement of frame along columns, which provides fine movement of frame, eliminates influence of center of gravity and cutting forces on frame, and minimizes inherent vibrations.

Paws Off Tools, LLC.    Cazadero, CA 95421-0494
Sep 23, 2005 Determinator Extendable Flush Cutting Extension enables flush-cuts in tight spots such as under threshholds, door jams, and toe kicks. Extension exhibits stability throughout operation and does not wobble, even under applications such as pipe cutting. Product offsets blade 1½ in. and extends out to 10 in. With its universal ½ in. tang, it fits all reciprocating saws. Suitable industries include plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and construction.

CDS, Inc. (Custom Downstream Systems)    Lachine, QC H8T2Y3  Canada
Sep 23, 2005 Operating without debris or dust, Series CFPC can be equipped with dead stop assembly and is available in off-line and in-line models. Designed to cut tubular extrudates, cutting assembly travels with product while blade makes incision. Machine provides 60 cuts/min with line speed of 20 fpm and cut-to-length accuracy of ±0.010 in./ft. It includes 2 operator controls, FRL with lockable air disconnect, adjustable electric eye assembly, and deburring option.

Hilti Inc.    Tulsa, OK 74121
Sep 23, 2005 Featuring narrow body design, DS-HS saws employ motor with Smart Power(TM) that provides flat torque power curve to help maintain constant blade speed under load. They employ exhaust baffles with spark arrestor; sealed triple filtration system with metal main filter; digital coil; and adjustable, double reinforced guard. Solid steel flanges can be reversed for 1 in. or 20 mm arbor. Model DS-HS 80 (16 in.) offers positive one-belt tensioning.

AZCO Corp.    Fairfield, NJ 07004
Sep 01, 2005 Suited for moderate-volume web processing lines, ACU-SLIT™ delivers clean, exact cuts to variety of rolled material. ACU-SLIT SLS shear cut slitter features spring-loaded upper knife that cuts up to 12 ft wide rolls in 3/8–1 in. strips. ACU-SLIT SLC crush cut slitter handles thicker, low-density materials such as filter media and non-wovens. Both models can be manual or motorized and are available with unwinder and rewinder modules.

Bystronic, Inc.    Elgin, IL 60123
Sep 01, 2005 Byspeed 4020 features 5,200 W resonator with Adaptive Radius Control (ARC) technology, which provides automatic optimization of beam diameter for all sheet metal thicknesses and materials. Consistent power output ensures optimal piercing and cutting performance as well as cut quality.

Hitachi Power Tools    Norcross, GA 30093
Aug 23, 2005 Sliding dual compound miter saw, Model C12LSH, features 12 in. TCT blade, top-mounted digital LCD scale that displays miter and bevel readings, and laser marker with micro-dial for cutting accuracy. Sliding arm moves along fixed rails, enabling saw to sit nearly flush against wall on bench top. Powered by 15 A, belt-driven motor with 1,850 W of max output power, saw offers miter ranges of 0?57? right to 0?46? left, and bevel range of 0?45? right and left.