Amanda,

We have been happy with the Simonds pneumatic cutters we have.  We use the
SP-01 general duty and the SP-02 heavy duty Squeeze-Eze® Power Packs.  The
CD-1-Semi-Flush jaws handle up to 0.060" diameter leads and the CD-4 jaws
handle up to 0.080" diameter leads.  The manufacturer's catalog states they
can cut up to a 0.1" soft steel wire.  The jaws also come in Cut and Crimp
forms.  These units have soft flexible hoses which have not been a problem
as opposed to power cords.  These tools use between 60-100 psi of air.

Manufacturer Info

        Simonds
        248 Elm St., P.O. Box 100
        Southbridge, MA 01550
        ph 508-764-3235
        fx 508-765-5125

Best Regards,

Phil Nutting
Manufacturing Engineer
Kaiser Systems, Inc.
126 Sohier Road
Beverly, MA 01915
ph: 978-922-9300
fx: 978-922-8374
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-----Original Message-----
From: Amanda.Mountain [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Friday, August 11, 2000 10:22 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: [TN] Electric or Pneumatic Lead Trimming


There is some concern within our organization about possible repetitive
strain injuries occurring with employees who are trimming large quantities
of leads, using manual lead trimmers.  The leads we are trimming are up to
approximately 0.06".

Initially, we were hoping to purchase electric trimmers, but I have had next
to no luck locating electric tools.  I have found a couple of pneumatic
tools that will do the job, but we are hesitant to introduce the air lines
to the floor (cost, safety).  The pneumatic air lines also seem to be more
cumbersome than the electric cords, making it more difficult to maneuver the
jaws of the tool through tighter spaces.

Currently, it's looking like we may be forced to go pneumatic, or stick with
our manual trimmers at this point.

Does anyone have any past experiences (good or bad) with pneumatic or
electric or any related injuries that they would like to pass along?

Any input will be greatly appreciated!

Amanda

Amanda Mountain
Process Engineering
Leitch Technology International Inc.
Phone: (416) 445-9640 ext. 3852
Fax:  (416) 445-7927
http://www.leitch.com/

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