Effective Bandsaw Operations

Aside from the blade itself, we need to look into other factors that makes operations. Today, we’ll determine these factors.

1.       Equipment and Condition Type

The most important part of owning a bandsaw is how effective you’ll maintain it. A well-maintained and vibration free bandsaw will ensure accuracy and longer blade-life. Blade wear patterns may be a sign that wheel adjustment is needed or guides are worn out and are causing problems.

2.       Coolant

Choosing the right coolant for your cutting operations is important. High-speed cutting creates friction which generates heat and heat causes the blade to dull. Thus, choosing the right coolant will help improve cutting operations, accuracy and longevity of your saw blades.

3.       Operator Skills

Like any other job, skills are important to keep the production and the company running smoothly. As an effective bandsaw operator, one must understand the process and operations of the machine. Also, one must be knowledgeable on troubleshooting or get service when the machine fails. Being trained and having the correct resources contributes to the success of the company.

Here are some tips to ensure productivity:

·         Ability to observe the cut to ensure the down feed is correct especially if you are using a manual feed system.

·         Ability to create different cuts when using manual feed band saw

·         Ability to read the chips to determine if the blade and equipment are working properly

·         Ability to identify equipment problems and get assistance or service.

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Drill Press Maintenance Check

To ensure that your expensive floor drill press keeps on operating as it should, you will need to carry out some routine maintenance every now and then. Nothing overtly complicated, just some occasional tender, love and care to keep your machine running smoothly and accurately. The fact is, there are a few things that left unchecked can end up compromising the drill’s performance. The pulley and drive belt, chuck, spindle and table platform are all components that will have a detrimental impact on your work if they are not configured correctly.

Create a schedule to maintain these key wear parts:

Transmission/gearbox: Every 30 days or after 40 hours of use, verify the transmission oil level offers adequate lubrication. Low oil can cause motor lockup.

Flexible Drive Shaft: Examine, clean and grease the flexible drive shaft after every 50 hours of operation. Apply sufficient grease so that it’s not gumming up the flex shaft but not so little that it’s dry because that can cause the cable to break.

Clutch: Check the clutch every 30 days or when you lubricate the flexible drive shaft. Clean the shoes and drums and replace if any clutch padding is missing. A worn clutch can slip or cause the drill to jerk and worn springs might result in the auger spinning at idle or overheating.

Lubrication: It is essential to lubricate our drilling machines because moving parts from the drill generates heat and friction. Make sure to check the guide given by the manufacturer in terms of proper lubrication. Make sure to clean the drill after every usage to prevent dirt build up that causes the machine to slow down. Clean the T-slots, groves, belts and pulleys. Also remember to remove the chips to avoid unnecessary damage to the drill. Put a light coat on the unpainted parts of the drill to prevent rust.

Belt and Vibration: Worn out or bent belt can be a source of a very annoying noise and vibration for the drilling machine. Remove the head of the drill and rotate the belt manually, if it has cracks or lumpy section better to replace it right away. If the belt looks normal, check if the tension is normal; if it is too loose or too tight.

Guide in Buying Used Machinery

Are you looking to invest your money into used machinery? Then there are guidelines to follow before buying one. One of the reasons why used machinery is better than buying a new one is the price. We can save a lot of money and own the machine. But if we are not careful, we may end up buying a defective one that will cost us more revenue than the process of your operation.

Here’s the advice:

Evaluate the Price

Compare the brand new and the used price of the machine and make sure to base it on your budget cost. Here’s an example, if a machine will cost you 20% more than your budget and produces 20% more or even higher, you’ve got yourself a great deal. Make sure to evaluate the extra cost of the machinery and the productivity value.

Inspect the Machine

After evaluating the price, you are now ready to find the suitable used machinery for your business. At times, sellers won’t sell you a defective machine but it is also smart if we check the machine first before buying it. If you are not familiar with the machine, make sure you have a technician beside you to do the inspection. Make sure the machine is tested first before the final purchase. Ask for videos and photos of the machine if there’s any.

After inspecting the machine, make sure to ask if the manual for the machine is still available. Ask for part, maintenance, electrical, ladder and programming manuals. This will help you maintain your machinery.

Service records and Inspections

Remember to get these records if they are available. These records will tell you on how well the machine is maintained and the potential problems that may arise during the operation.

Buy from a Reputable Seller

Buying from a reputable seller is an advantage on your part. If they are selling used machinery, expect that they are knowledgeable and will give you all the information you need. 

Maintaining your Power Tools

Power tools are your investment in helping to get the job done. Like any other tool or machine, power tools also needs maintenance and proper handling. Failure to do this can cause accidents and unwanted repairs. Today, we’ll going to give you some tips on how to handle your power tools and simple maintenance task.

Always keep the Tools Dry

If the tools are not stored properly, it can cause wear and tear. So if you are finished on using the power tool, keep it away from excessive heat or cold. Moisture is a component to rust and rusting occurs on metals especially on your power tools.

Controlling Dust and Dirt

Wood particles, metal shavings dust and other particles are all bad for your power tools especially the cordless ones. If these particles are not cleaned and removed from the power tool, it can slow down the performance and motor especially on a power drill. As soon as you are finished with your work, be sure to used compressed air to blow out any particles that are in vents, cracks, openings or anything that collects dust and dirt.

Cleaning your Power Tools Regularly

As said on number two, dust, dirt, grimes and grease can definitely slow down the tool’s performance. Make sure to schedule a general and deep cleaning for your tools. Disassembling the tool parts for cleaning is highly advisable.

Lubrication of Air Tools

The air tool moving parts should be lubricated in order to have better performance. However, control your lubrication process because putting too much oil can cause a lot of sticky build-up; just a drop or two is needed for a thousand of movements.

Always refer to the Manual

In case that your power tool isn’t working that well, it is suitable to refer to your manual and take a look at the troubleshooting guide.

Coiling the Cords and Hoses Properly

Damaged cords and hose are alarming and can cause hazardous problems if not taken cared immediately. It can also lead to your power tools not working properly. Make sure that your cords and hose are coiled properly. 

Characteristics of a Band saw Blade

Knowing the characteristics of your bandsaw blade will help you keep your blade to last longer and cut better. The ideal tool is not based on how cheap or the most expensive, it is based on how people carefully choose the tool for a specific job to get it done quickly, efficiently and frugally.

Here are the characteristics a Band saw Blade must have:

Hardness

The hardness and the cutting tools strength comes together. It has to be maintained at a certain elevated temperature to minimise wear and tear.

Toughness

This is required to every band saw blade. This characteristic is to avoid chipping or fractures upon impact of the blade.

Wear Resistance

This is the attainment of the acceptable tool life before it needs to be replaced. Wear resistance can be attained through proper usage of the blade.

So if you are looking for a blade to use or the next time you shop for a good blade, make sure that it has the three given characteristics. A wise shopper must know what to look for.

The band saw also needs maintenance to keep up with the working process. With proper cleaning and preventive maintenance, you can make your machine more efficient.