Blade drive updated on vertical tilt-frame band saw

Marvel Mfg. Co. has made changes to its 8-Mark-II vertical tilt-frame band saw. In addition to a new powder coating and paint color scheme, the saw features a blade drive upgraded from a 2- to 5-HP motor and controlled with a variable-frequency drive. The blade speed control dial has moved from the side of the control station to the front.

The machine will be available for shipment in January 2015.

The all-mechanical, universal, metal-cutting band saw makes straight and miter cuts, 45 degrees left and right. The capacity at 90 degrees is 18 by 22 in. for the standard column.