Model AF

The ESCO Model AF automatic traveling cut-off saw is designed to cut pre-selected lengths of flexible or rigid foam from the slab produced at the end of a slabstock machine, utilizing a traveling head.

The operator digitally enters the required cut length, which then controls the cutting head to automatically activate when that length is detected. The machine carriage head speed is synchronized with that of the conveyor for ultimate accuracy in continual cutting across the face of the moving foam. The unique expanding roller conveyor supports the foam. After the cut, the head remains on the opposite side of the conveyor, while the machine carriage returns to the original starting position. The cutting head will cut across the slab in the opposite direction for the next cut. This double cutting ability allows the operator in the opposite direction for the next cut. This double cutting ability allows the operator to make short sample cuts where required or trim the ends of buns. Stationary models (Model SF) are also available.

Blade-Blade Guide -Wheels-Carriage Assembly

• Thickness of 0.020" (5mm)
• Width is 1/2" (12.7mm)
• Serrated saber tooth blade (wire version also available)
• Teflon coated blade guide, quarter turned for straight passage through the foam
• Aluminim wheels with sealed ball type bearings, urethane tire surface.
• Blade carriage assembly has 1/2 HP motor through a chain drive, cutting in both directions. Maximum cutting speed up to 1 foot per second.
• Cut-off speed of 60 FPM, 18 m/min.
• Reverse gear head brake motor traverse

Bun Length

• Indexing increments 1" (25.4mm)
• Minimum length cut with high speed return is 15 FPM (4.6m/min) 48" (1219mm), 30 FPM (9.1m/min) 96" 2438mm

Machine Carriage

A separate motor returns the carriage to its starting position.

Foam Supporting Conveyor

• Chain connected gravity roll conveyor
• Supporting frame is structural steel
• Height above floor 33" (838mm)

Power Requirement

230/460 Volts, 3 Phase, 60 Hertz

Specifications