Paper Cutters — Honing a Competitive Edge

For smaller jobs, Standard offers the Horizon PC-45 and PC-64II semi-automatic cutters. The PC-45 offers a 17.7˝ wide cutting capacity, illuminated cut line and a maximum lift of 2.7˝. The PC-64II knife features a precision-built backgauge lead-screw that enables trim cuts as fine as 0.019˝.

Cutronix Technologies recently introduced its new line of Five-star computerized paper cutters in sizes from 30˝ to 52˝. The machines feature infrared safety beams, full air tables, an overhead leadscrew with cylindrical guide and center-actuated clamping. The larger models have a double-pull arm for durability and accuracy in heavier cutting applications. The Markham, ON-based company says that knife changes are fast and simple via a crank-down elevator system, with the knife holder specifically designed to protect the operator.