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AirShirz Industrial Pneumatic Scissors from Bettcher Increase Worker Productivity Through Reduced Hand Stress.


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BIRMINGHAM, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 5, 2003

AirShirz(R) industrial pneumatic scissors scissors

Cutting instrument or tool consisting of a pair of opposed metal blades that meet and cut when the handles at their ends are brought together. Modern scissors are of two types: the more usual pivoted blades have a rivet or screw connection between the cutting ends
 from Bettcher Industries increase worker productivity while reducing muscle fatigue. Lightweight yet powerful, AirShirz provides precise cutting and trimming of rubber, composite materials composite material or composite, any material made from at least two discrete substances, such as concrete. Many materials are produced as composites, such as the fiberglass-reinforced plastics used for automobile bodies and boat hulls, but the , Kevlar(R) and many other materials.

The design of AirShirz(R) pneumatic scissors is uniquely "hand-friendly," requiring fully 90% less muscle activity to operate compared to using manual scissors. Moreover, AirShirz(R) provides total control over both blade speed and position, with no hand effort required to open the blades.

AirShirz's ergonomic ergonomic - Concerning ergonomics or exhibitting good ergonimics.  design means that the user's thumb is virtually eliminated from scissors operation. Muscle fatigue is dramatically reduced, as is the exposure to risk factors associated with cumulative trauma disorders cumulative trauma disorder Repetitive motion injury, repetitive stress disorder Occupational medicine Any of a group of conditions characterized by repeated stress on muscles, bones, tendons, nerves, which have psychologic and/or physical ramifications–eg,  (CTDs) of the hand and forearm. A safety latch secures the blades in a locked position to enhance safety and prevent damage when not in use.

AirShirz(R) pneumatic scissors utilize stainless steel stainless steel: see steel.
stainless steel

Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat.
 blades, with multiple blade configurations offered to optimize the effectiveness of your cutting application. Blades can be removed in seconds, and sharpened using conventional sharpening equipment. All AirShirz(R) units operate using standard 80 to 120 psi plant air.

Established in 1944, Bettcher Industries is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative precision cutting tools for industrial and food processing Food processing is the set of methods and techniques used to transform raw ingredients into food for consumption by humans or animals. The food processing industry utilises these processes.  operations. For more information about AirShirz(R) industrial pneumatic scissors, call (440) 965-4422, e-mail your request to sales@bettcher.com, or visit www.bettcher.com.

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