Tube cutting machines are used in the tube forming process of cutting, which is the act of removing a piece from the main part of tubing or piping. Also referred to as tube cutters, tube cutting machines utilize a variety of cutting methods in order to achieve tubes or pipes in shorter lengths that are better-suited for further processing.
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Burr Oak Tool Inc.Sturgis, MI 269-651-9393 For superior tube cutting machines, go to Burr Oak Tool. Founded in 1944, Burr Oak Tool has remained family owned and operated in Sturgis, Michigan for nearly 65 years. Their prestigious history represents both domestic and export markets in approximately 70 countries. Their management team represents over 100 years of experience in the industry of heating and air conditioning manufacture.
Bendco Machine & Tool Inc.Minster, OH 419-628-3802 Bendco Machine & Tool, Inc. has been in the manufacturing business since 1983. Over the years, Bendco has designed, built and maintained a wide range of superior services, from tube cutting machines to automated assembly and inspection products. Various industries including automotive, refrigeration and construction have been greatly impacted by Bendco's solutions.
Manchester Tool & Die, Inc.North Manchester, IN 260-982-8524 Since the 1960's Manchester Tool & Die has been a top supplier of tube cutting machines among many other similar products and services. As an ISO 9001-2008 certified company, Manchester can delivery to you the affordable and efficient products you want, designed and manufactured by experienced professionals from Manchester's 65,000 square foot state of the art facility in North Manchester, IN.
Torrington Swager and Vaill End Forming Machinery Inc.Waterbury, CT 800-516-0307 Considering they have invented and continues to improve its technology, it is not surprising that Torrington Swager and Vaill has become the world specialist of tube cutting machines in addition to every other related product and service in the industry. With thousands of its solutions all around the world, Torrington Swager and Vaill is your source for excellent results you can depend on.
Advanced Fabricating Machinery, Inc.Kingston, NH 603-642-4906 Advanced sells and services tube cutting machines in partnership with a select network of distributors throughout the United States and Canada. Advanced believes it can serve its customers best through local authorized sales and service establishments. Want detailed information? Just fill visit Advanced's website, fill-out the request form. Advanced is your source for bending solutions.
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A variety of cutting methods is required for tube cutting machines because there is no single best method of cutting for the wide range of tube types, especially in terms of wall thickness, material used and shape. Additional properties that would determine the type of tube cutting method used include the desired end condition of the tube, the required rate of production and in what form the stock material is supplied. Like most other types of tube forming machinery, tube cutting machines may be manually, electrically, hydraulically or pneumatically operated. Since different tube or pipe lengths are a common requirement for diverse applications, tube cutting machines are crucial equipment for a broad spectrum of industries including: HVAC, in which tubing is required for various heating and cooling systems; marine, for use in structural components such as grab rails and bow rails as well as internal components such as exhaust systems; and industrial manufacturing, to be used as components in various machinery and systems such as dust collecting systems.
Tube cutters utilize a variety of components in order perform the cutting of the tube or pipe including a cutting wheel, a chain or another type of tool head with the capability to cut through the specific material of the tube or pipe. There is also a diverse range of cutting methods that are used to perform tube cutting including sawing, dual-blade shear cutting, lathe cutting, rotary cutting, supported shear cutting and laser cutting. For sawing, there are two types of machines commonly used: a cold saw, also called a rotary saw, or a band saw. Cold sawing can cut both heavy and light materials, whereas band sawing is better suited for thicker-walled tubing. For dual-blade shear cutting, the tube is held by clamping dies while a horizontal and a vertical blade can make the cuts. This type of cutting provides a distortion-free cut. When it comes to lathe cutting, there are two main types: a standard lathe and a rotary lathe. Lathe cutting is extremely diverse and is able to cut most all material types and diameters. A common automotive cutting type, rotary cutting provides no material loss between cuts as well as very low distortion. Supported shear cutting provides an excellent cut and is able to cut both thin and thick-walled tubing in all types of materials. Lastly, laser cutting is another extremely diverse cutting process, allowing for the cutting of complex tubes and pipes in a diverse range of shapes.
