The Pros and Cons of Buying Pre-Cut Tubing

Smaller manufacturers who are considering buying a tube beveling and chamfering machine often ask the question:  why can’t I simply buy pre-cut tubing and focus my production on finishing?  Do I really need an automatic tube cut off machine, or is it more cost-effective to buy my tubing elsewhere?  Of course, the answer to these questions depends on your individual situation, but generally, investing in a rotating head cutoff machine for cutting and finishing processes pays for itself very quickly in increased productivity.

Investing In A Rotating-Head Cutoff Machine

While it is true that a Rotating-Head Cutoff Machine represents a significant investment, the benefits you receive from such a system often far outweigh the initial cost.  With a rotating-head system, you never have to worry about the quality of your pre-cut tubing, because you control the manufacturing process from start to finish.  This is becoming a significant consideration as more and more manufacturers are discovering that their former sources of pre-cut tubing are either significantly backordered or have slipped in quality in recent years.

Besides the obvious advantage of controlling the production process, there are several other important benefits to a rotating-head system:

●       Cuts are perfect.  One of the biggest and most immediate benefits of such a system is that your cuts are now extremely accurate.  You can program your servo-driven cutting head to perform very intricate cuts with a great degree of dependability.  Furthermore, your system can be set up to automatically sort and cut for optimal waste management, saving you money on your stock purchases.

●       Finishing becomes simple.  Chamfering, beveling and other finishes are easy with a rotating-head machine.  You simply program the machine and it cuts and finishes in one simple step.  Not only do you have perfect finishes, but you save time and effort; a single worker can now operate the machine and produce finished pieces that would normally take hours in just a few minutes.

●       Adaptability.  One of the great things about an automated cutting system is that it is completely adaptable to your unique needs.  With some programming changes, you can run small or large tubing, make intricate cuts, and produce custom finish jobs in a fraction of the time it would take to run the same order by hand.  Not only do you produce flawless, perfect products, but you can do it safely and efficiently, no matter what type of demands your customers have.

At Hautau, we have spent years developing and improving our rotating-head cutoff lathe systems.  We offer everything from cutting systems alone to complete loading and unloading packages.  You can automate your production floor to any degree you desire with our complete cutting, finishing and handling machine options.  Give us a call today to speak to one of our representatives.  We will guide you through the process of choosing the right system for your particular needs and will be with you every step of the way to ensure your satisfaction.

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