Knowing the ins and outs of your tools is crucial to operate them and keeping them in top condition. Here we will go over the parts of a bandsaw and what each part is for. Knowing these things can assist you in diagnosing issues you may come across and generally,...
Welding has been used for several millennia, with the earliest examples in the bronze and iron ages in Europe and the Middle East. Welding was used in construction as far back as Delhi, India in 310AD. The middle ages brought new advancements in forge welding. Forge welding is when a...
Depending on the machine you use, your cooling needs could vary. Your saw may come equipped with a coolant tank or a misting system. Whatever the case may be, bandsaw cooling is typically a pretty simple process. By using coolant, you can improve cutting rates and extend your blade's life....
If you're wondering why your bandsaw blades seem to be breaking prematurely, consider the wear you're putting on your blades. Are you properly caring for your machine, or are you simply putting the blade under a lot of load and using it more than you realize? Blades can fracture and...
When a piece of metal is entered into a gas-fired furnace, for instance, this exposes it to enough thermal energy to modify its base properties. When the time comes to cool the piece, metal quenching begins. You can do this by lowering the piece into a bath of oil or...
The simplest way to change the mechanical properties of steel is by adjusting the carbon content. By accelerating the rate of cooling you can make additional changes to the material. When the steel cools quickly, there is less time for carbon atoms to move through the lattices and form larger...
Depending on the kind of work you do, you might be familiar with different blade types for your bandsaw. Today, we will show you a few of the most commonly used blades and their purposes. Below are the 6 most used bandsaw blades and descriptions for what they're good at....
What are some of the benefits of a portable bandsaw? Is it a worthy investment or a piece you should skip? Let's look at some of the features of these saws to understand the potential of a portable bandsaw. These saws are often used in metal fabrication shops for structural...
The KAMA bandsaw line benefits many users who need a reliable bandsaw. Stair and rail shops, custom automotive, furniture makers, and more find the ease of use and ability to go from cutting to welding highly useful for their trades, saving them time and money. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard facilitates the...
Sometimes we get asked about using a KAMA vs a cold saw. Put simply, if you are making the same cut all the time and are choosing your exact blade for the material, a cold saw will likely work fine for you. However, if you are making a wide variety...
