Precision is the foundation of every successful metal slitting operation. Even the sharpest slitting knives and a well-maintained line can produce inconsistent results if slit strips are not properly guided during rewinding. According to research published in ISIJ...
The Five Failure Modes, and How to Read the Broken Blade Every shop has this conversation. Someone fishes a shattered disc out of the chip tray, says the saw was junk, and orders another one. Three weeks later: same tray, same conversation, same conclusion. The saw...
Selecting the right cutting tool directly impacts machining efficiency, surface finish, and production costs. While both high-speed steel (HSS) and carbide slitting saws are widely used in the metalworking industry, each is designed to perform best under specific...
When to Sharpen or Replace Shear Blades: Rotation, Regrinding Limits, and the Real Cost of Running Dull Quick answer: Sharpen (or rotate) the blade the moment cut quality drops: burrs, rolled edges, or a heavier cut are the signals. Send it for regrinding once every...
Maxwell Tools Successfully introduced and then launched slitting saws before any other company out there. Slitting saws are made with the highest quality steel to help customers cut off, mill, and groove steel and other alloys on all of their machines. Maxwell’s...
