A Cut Above the Rest: Reliable and High-quality Sawing Solutions
Programmable cutting enables sawing systems to optimize workflow, cuts down on waste streams and minimizes delays. Sawing solutions are safer, and their accompanying automation solutions are able to conduct the entire sawing and storage process within a very small footprint, operating 24/7. Read on to learn the latest in sawing system innovations and advances.
Clever Material Handling Assists in Production and Order Picking
In September at the EMO show, KASTO Group (Achern, Baden, Germany) showcased how metal processing companies can optimize material flow while enhancing productivity. KASTO, a specialist in sawing and storage, establishes the foundation for seamless material flow in the sheet metal industry from the moment goods arrive at the plant.
For example, KASTOload enhances the material feeding process directly at the sawing machines. For instance, a cross-moving double roller conveyor reduces non-productive time: while one side is actively sawing, the other side simultaneously handles preparatory tasks. On the outfeed side, a system automates material handling after the cut has been made. A carousel sorting system picks up pallets and material containers, while a lifting system positions the pallets accurately for transfer.
With KASTOsort robot systems, manufacturers can palletize and pick orders independently, without requiring user programming or teach-in. The robot automatically calculates the optimum stacking pattern to achieve maximum packing density. Notably impressive: The KASTOsort tower automates the entire sawing and storage process within a very small footprint and operates 24/7.
KASTO also showcased advanced intelligent sawing technology, featuring powerful machines such as the KASTOwin, KASTOmicut, and the KASTOtec power package, which are designed for large cutting ranges. Additionally, KASTO offers innovative software solutions, including KASTOlogic WMS, which automatically optimizes both straight and miter cuts. The software can also adjust the feed rate based on the material and cross-section, all without the need for sensors.
Dynamic Automatic Band Saw Delivers Precision, Efficiency and Safety
At the recent MT Series SOUTHEAST 2025, held in Greenville, S.C., BEHRINGER Saws, Inc. (Morgantown, PA), a global leading manufacturer of high-performance band sawing machines, circular cold saws, and structural fabricating equipment, highlighted the HBE-321A Dynamic automatic band saw. Attendees to the company’s booth discovered cutting-edge sawing solutions engineered for reliability, efficiency, and precision in industrial applications.
BEHRINGER’s HBE-321A Dynamic is a compact automatic band saw engineered for economical use, offering high cutting accuracy and reliability in a small footprint. It delivers precise, repeatable cuts and is equipped with user-friendly controls for ease of operation. With cast iron band guiding parts, the saw achieves superior vibration damping and durability at the cutting edge, maximizing tool life and ensuring consistently high-quality results in a range of metals, from tubes and profiles to solid stock.
Equipped with a servo down feed system and precision portal-design frame, the HBE-321A Dynamic achieves shorter idle times and low cutting deviations, enabling stable operation and consistent, high-performance outputs. Intelligent automation, such as Auto-Feed-Control, automatically determines optimal feed rates and cutting speed, while BEHRINGER’s sensitive cutting pressure control adapts to changing cross-sections for enhanced versatility and efficiency. The automatic guide arm enables smooth transitions between varied material sizes, eliminating manual adjustments.
The HBE-321A Dynamic supports a range of cutting requirements thanks to a double-clamping vise for enhanced process reliability, multiple configuration options that accommodate various production demands, and a broad cutting range that supports both large-diameter rounds and flats as well as precision cutting of small profiles. High drive power, robust hydraulic material clamping, and precise ball-screw positioning ensure stability and durability across an array of tasks, minimizing waste and maximizing productivity.
High Productivity Bimetal Band Saw Blades for Structural Cutting
The L.S. Starrett Co. (Athol, MA), a leading global manufacturer of saw blades and other metalworking products, offers TENNAX™-PRO Bi-Metal Band Saw Blades, which are designed to cut challenging tubes, pipes, profiles and structural shapes in both single pieces and bundles. Providing lower noise and vibration as well as improved cutting performance, TENNAX-PRO blades outlast and outperform competitive blades, making up to 25% more cuts per blade.
These band saw blades feature high-speed M-42 steel teeth with a special tooth geometry/profile that optimizes the tip profile for tube, pipe and other structural cuts, dissipating stress during cutting for greater resistance to wear and tooth breakage. In addition, TENNAX-PRO band saw blades are designed with an exclusive tooth-setting process that minimizes pinching when cutting structural and bundled materials.
TENNAX-PRO blades are ideal for cutting a wide range of materials including carbon steel, carbon steel alloys, stainless steel and non-ferrous materials. In addition to pipes, tubes, structural and bundled materials, TENNAX-PRO applications include small solids.
Manufacturer Continues to Advance the Boundaries of Sawing Technology
Cosen Saws (Charlotte, N.C.) presented some of its top saw models and newest cutting solutions at the MT Series SOUTHEAST 2025, held in Greenville, S.C. Among the products was the C26, which is a Fully Automatic, Enclosed Dual Post Band Saw. Also, on display were the MH-1018JA, a Semi-Automatic, Scissor Style Band Saw; the V-2026NC, a Semi-Automatic, Vertical Tilt-Frame Band Saw; and the SH-500M, a Semi-Automatic, Scissor Style Miter Cutting Band Saw.
Cosen is a global leader in band saw manufacturing, which offers one of the most extensive product lines in the industry, and consists of a robust sales and service network covering all North America.
Cosen continues to advance the boundaries of sawing technology, providing cutting-edge solutions tailored to industries such as automotive, aerospace, and steel construction.
Portable Metal Cutting Band Saw Delivers Clean Cuts
Grizzly Industrial’s (Bellingham, WA) new portable metal cutting band saw operates efficiently on or off the stand. It offers a variable blade speed dial for cutting different materials, versatile clamping options for angle cuts, and it easily converts from a stationary horizontal band saw to a handheld portable saw for DIY projects — even overhead cuts.
“The new T34441 4-1/2″ Portable Metal Cutting Band Saw is a highly versatile, all-in-one machine that adapts to any job,” said Mike Bergman, project manager, Grizzly Industrial. “Whether making quick, precise free-hand cuts on the jobsite or locking it into the stand for consistent, repeatable results, it offers the adaptability that will make it the most-used saw you own.”
The cutoff-style saw is the ideal option for DIYers as well as HVAC, plumbing, and other professionals who need quick, precise cuts for conduit, rebar, pipe, angle iron, or other metal workpieces. The 1 hp motor powers variable speed for customized results, including angled cuts that are simplified with an on/off power switch instead of requiring a trigger hold to keep running.
The included stand is essential for horizontal metal cutting band saw operations, making precise angled cuts possible with a support plate for small workpieces and work stop for production work. The two ball-bearing blade guides reduce friction and keep the blade stable. It also features an easy-grip handle with trigger switch to support extended cutting sessions.
