Bandsaws are a common tool used on production floors in the world of steelwork. If you have ever worked in this sort of environment then you know if your saws go down it puts a huge dent in productivity. This is neither good for workflow or deadlines. Giving your tools the attention and care they need can see you a long life out of your blades and/or machines and can reduce the risk of downtime due to breaks or excessive maintenance. There are three major areas of concern when it comes to bandsaws so let’s talk about them and how you can avoid unnecessary breaks and damage to your machines.

First and foremost, reducing operator failure is very important. Many details are involved in bandsaw performance so training is imperative for people working with these machines. Every material has a cutting range the operator needs to know about and they also need a basic understanding of the materials that are being processed. Cutting charts are useful in identifying the proper band speeds and feed rates. With proper training and access to tools and knowledge, there should be less misuse of machines and more time spent doing what needs to be done.

Reduce your machine downtime by cleaning your machines. Saw chips, dust, and dirt should be managed as much as possible. Machines should be cleaned and flushed regularly to avoid extensive damage from buildup. Part of this regular maintenance should include cleaning chips off the band wheels when changing your saw blades, wiping or using air to remove excess chips from guides and removing metal chips from vise clamps and surroundings, inspecting the chip brush so it lightly touches the teeth of the blade, and checking coolant nozzles to ensure proper cooling flow. Doing these regular checkups can help ensure your machine stays healthy longer.

Manage the details of your blades to reduce failure. Plenty of small issues can be controlled and cause failure when not. There are many blade types available so using the ones that are designed specifically for the work you are doing is very important. Also, ensuring your cooling is clean and properly balanced can help you avoid blade breakage over time.

Basically, it all boils down to proper maintenance of your machines. While you will have to change your blades over time, there are plenty of things that can be avoided by simply taking the time and care to clean and keep up with your bandsaw. And remember, if you need blades make sure to visit our website for everything you need!

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