Bettcher Airshirz Pneumatic Scissors Increase Worker Productivity and Comfort in Specialty Fabric Cutting Operations.Business Editors BIRMINGHAM, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 6, 2001 Airshirz(r) pneumatic pneumatic /pneu·mat·ic/ (noo-mat´ik) 1. pertaining to air. 2. respiratory. pneu·mat·ic adj. 1. Of or relating to air or other gases. 2. 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 in specialized fabric cutting operations. They are particularly well suited for use in the manufacture of protective clothing such as fire-fighting gear, where heat- and puncture-resistant fabrics are often difficult to cut. Lightweight yet powerful, Airshirz provides clean, accurate cutting, snipping and trimming, resulting in less waste and a better-looking finished product. Yet Airshirz requires approximately 90% less muscle activity to operate, and achieves up to 127% greater worker productivity over manual scissors. Airshirz scissors are now available in two grip designs: choose from either a two-finger grip or a larger loop style, depending on your shop and operator requirements. Both designs feature an automatic spring-return action, so no effort is required to open the blades. Moreover, the pneumatic design gives the user complete control over the cutting action, thereby guarding against accidents or an inadvertent cut, and promoting safe operation. A safety latch secures blades in a locked position to enhance safety and prevent damage when not in use. All units use standard 80 to 120 psi plant air. In addition to cutting heavy fabrics, Airshirz scissors are ideal for cutting, snipping and trimming leather or upholstery upholstery, general term for household fittings, hangings, curtains, cushions, and covers. It refers to stuffed, padded, and spring-cushioned furniture, such as chairs and sofas, or to the usually decorative materials and fabrics that cover them. , zipper zipper Device for binding the edges of an opening, as on a garment or a bag. A zipper consists of two strips of material with metal or plastic teeth along the edges, and a sliding piece that interlocks the teeth when moved in one direction and separates them again when moved material, vinyl, fiberglass, rubber, wire and metal mesh material. Airshirz scissors from Bettcher Industries 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 configurations available. Blades can be removed in seconds and sharpened sharp·en tr. & intr.v. sharp·ened, sharp·en·ing, sharp·ens To make or become sharp or sharper. sharp using conventional sharpening For image sharpening, see . Sharpening is the process of creating or refining a sharp edge on a tool or implement. The term has a wide application but can be expressed as the creation of two intersecting planes which produce an edge that is sharp enough to cut through the target equipment. Established in 1944, Bettcher Industries is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative and precision cutting tools. For more information about Airshirz pneumatic scissors, contact Bettcher Industries, Inc., 6801 State Route 60, Birmingham, OH 44816 USA. Phone: 440/965-4422. FAX: 440/965-4900. Web site address: www.bettcher.com. |
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