MACHINE FEATURES Structure: ► Two oversized, precision ground dual columns support and guide the massive saw head. This dual column feature ensures rigid support throughout the cutting cycle by keeping the blade parallel and square to the work piece. Blade Drive: ► The gearbox is specially designed to accept high lateral pressure. Unlike conventional gearboxes, the Cosen design accepts more pressure during operation and will not create thermal distortion, providing long gearbox life under production conditions. Blade Guidance & Lubrication System: ► Carbide guides securely guide the blade during the cutting cycle. The carbide is relieved so that coolant can both cool and lubricate the blade during the cut. ► Two additional guides located on a central axis support the blade from the top, giving it extra penetrating force. The carbide guides are relieved to allow coolant flow to lubricate and cool the blade as well as work piece. ► Automatic hydraulic blade tensioning device provides correct blade tensioning when the machine is turned on and will slightly release the tension when the machine is not running. This extends blade life. The on-off hydraulic valve switch is an added feature making blade change quicker and easier ► Integral coolant system. Coolant is supplied at four critical points, guide arms, blade cleaning brush and adjustable flex hose (needed when cutting large cross sections). SH-5542 01/01/2013 4 The machine base is designed with pitch to drain the coolant back to the coolant tank. Synchronized power driven blade brush removes the chips from the blade, maximizing productivity and extending blade life. Control & Automation: ► PLC controls the function of hydraulic and electric system ► Precision feed pressure & feed rate dual valve system for optimal cutting performance in any material. ► Work height selector and air gap eliminator positions the saw frame to a safe clearance above the work piece, so that the next piece can be positioned without damaging the blade.. Material Feeding & Clamping: ► Hydraulic Lifting Take-In Roller - mounted right behind the machine vise allowing the material to be fed in easier by elevating it slightly off the work bed. A ratchet style positioning system helps for precise cut-off length of material. ► Full stroke hydraulic vise enable clamping and unclamping of any material from the operator’s control station with touch of a button. This eliminates the operator from having to hand position the vise when material size changes. ► Split vise jaws on the front machine vise are standard. The split front vise will hold the work piece on both sides of the blade for a burr-free cut. Material feeding is manual. ► Ductile cast iron vise with replaceable hardened wear plates. Safety: ► Proximity switches sense both blade slippage and blade breakage and will automatically shut off the machine if either of these conditions should occur. ► All blade covers and guarding on the saw are painted Alert Orange to increase safety alertness. All exposed electric wiring and hydraulic circuit are protected by conduits. Electrical and hydraulic safety interlock prevents saw blade to start without vises securely clamped. Standard Accessories: ► Blade “clip” device eases blade changing when necessary by holding the blade on the band wheel during installation, making it very easy for one person to change the blade. Adjustable front plate for cut-off stock Additional flushing hose for cleaning Built in work light Bi-metal saw blade Tool Box with tools, leveling pads, and an additional wire brush Operation & parts manual