Our “Model C” machine is devised to give accurately cut samples for testing all kinds of light weight paper to a .005” tolerance. The machine cannot slip or vary sizes of the sample to be cut. The sheets are trimmed being held firmly in place until released. The index plate turns with the sheet to a slotted opening in the base. The plate is protected against wear through the use of especially-hardened steel. The index plate that holds the sheet firmly in place works on a strong spring which forces rigid contact with the plate as it turns. It is fitted with a ball-bearing, thus insuring easy operation at all times. This cutting device is a right-angle operation. It is attached to the stationary base plate, is simple in construction, and is easily removed for sharpening. The knife has attached to it a safety device to keep it from dropping and endangering the operator. The knife will stay sharpened several months, even with constant use. There is absolutely nothing to repair, the first cost being the last cost, and will free the owner from all inaccuracy in the cutting of samples. All parts are metal, and the construction is sturdy. One of these machines installed in your mill will insure accurately-sized samples and remove the question of weight adjustments due to error of samples, assuring accuracy. This saves time while assuring accuracy. The machine has been in use for years in paper mills where samples are cut every thirty minutes and where sample measurements must be exactly 12” square. The cutting knife is made of the finest grade steel, is adjustable to the base plate, and tension can be increased or decreased by an adjusting screw fitted with a strong spring. The machine can be equipped with either hand or foot-pedal for release of the plunger. It is made of reinforced cast-iron and fitted with heavy-duty springs. |