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=== Sponsor ===

=== Sponsor ===

Ed Bennett

Ed Bennett

=== Histroy ===

=== History ===

=== Goal ===

=== Goal ===

To purchase a vertical bandsaw appropriate for cutting metals down to sizes that can be easily manipulated in the other cold metal machines (ie Bridgeport mill, drill press, etc.). The purchased vertical bandsaw should be capable of cutting down metals at least 3 inches thick and at least 24 inches long.  

To purchase a vertical bandsaw appropriate for cutting metal plate down to sizes that can be easily manipulated in the other cold metal machines (i.e. Bridgeport mill, drill press, etc.). The purchased vertical bandsaw should be capable of cutting down metals at least 3 inches thick and at least 24 inches long. The saw should have the ability to vary the blade speed and be able to cut both steel (slow) and aluminum (faster).

=== Background ===

=== Background ===

The metal cutting bandsaws currently in the shop (Johnson and Harbor Freight) are horizontal bandsaws, which are designed for cutting long stock into smaller pieces. For cutting metal plate into smaller pieces and for cutting curves, we need a vertical bandsaw. The Delta 14" vertical bandsaw in the wood shop is not suitable for cutting many types of metal because the blade speed is much too fast.  

The metal cutting bandsaws currently in the shop (Johnson and Harbor Freight) are horizontal bandsaws, which are designed for cutting long stock into smaller pieces. For cutting metal plate into smaller pieces and for cutting curves, we need a vertical bandsaw. The Delta 14" vertical bandsaw in the wood shop is not suitable for cutting many types of metal because the blade speed is much too fast. Some members have attempted to use the Harbor Freight horizontal saw in the vertical position. This is a frustrating and potentially dangerous activity because the table is very small, the saw doesn't lock when vertical, and the table too low and in an awkward position.

The cold metals area at PS1 is currently well stocked to work with materials that are already cut down to small sizes (sizes less than about 6"x6"). However, most bought materials do not come in sizes this small. The natural solution to this problem is for PS1 to invest in a vertical bandsaw.

The cold metals area at PS1 is currently well stocked to work with materials that are already cut down to small sizes (sizes less than about 6"x6"). However, most bought materials do not come in sizes this small. The natural solution to this problem is for PS1 to invest in a vertical bandsaw.

=== Language ===

=== Language ===

The voting membership hereby authorizes Dean Anderson to buy a metal cutting bandsaw at auction, from a dealer or a private party and arrange for delivery of same to PS1. Price including delivery and repairs shall be not more than $2,000. The Board of Directors shall make financial arrangements with Dean to execute payment in a manner acceptable to the seller and PS1.

The voting membership hereby authorizes Dean Anderson to buy a metal cutting bandsaw at auction, from a dealer or a private party and arrange for delivery of same to PS1. Price including delivery and repairs shall be not more than $2,000. The Board of Directors shall make financial arrangements with Dean to execute payment in a manner acceptable to the seller and PS1. The authorization expires 90 days from the date of its passing.

=== Notes ===

=== Notes ===

Are the any vertical bandsaws that people are particularly fond of? Listing them here will help allow Dean to know what to hunt for.

Powermatic 143 - A 14" combination wood/metal saw with 2 speed gearbox and 4 speed belt drive. Compact and very strong for a 14" saw.  

Powermatic 143 - A 14" combination wood/metal saw with 2 speed gearbox and 4 speed belt drive. Compact and very strong for a 14" saw.

Grob NS-18 1000 pounds, 18", 5 or 10 speed, depending on vintage.

DoAll - A shop classic. They almost always have built-in blade welders, which we could use for all the bandsaws in the shop. Often 3000 pounds plus (too big), but smaller saws are available. There is a surplus of these saws on the used market, as shops are moving to wire EDM, water jet and lasers for profiling work.

Roll-In - Gravity fed sliding table. These can used as profiling or cutoff saws. Current (new) models: http://www.rollinsaw.com/band_saws/EF1459_vertical_band_saw.htm

Grob NS-18  1000 pounds, 18", 5 or 10 speed, depending on vintage.

 

Announced 10-10-14

Roll-In - Gravity fed sliding table. These can used as profiling or cutoff saws. Could easily replace the Harbor Freight as well as provide the sheet profiling capabilities we are looking for in a vertical. Larger footprint than a standard 14" saw, but not too heavy (~800 pounds). Other companies have similar models. http://www.rollinsaw.com/band_saws/EF1459_vertical_band_saw.htm

Scheduled 10-17-14

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