A new Nova 1200 bandsaw from Saws UK has been installed in the north of England to support the production of large rings for the oil and gas industry. Now fully operational, the machine is processing high-performance materials including Hastelloy and Inconel, strengthening the region’s capability for heavy-duty cutting applications.
Specifically configured for large-diameter ring production, the Nova 1200 features an electrically powered table that provides a positive, controlled feed throughout the cutting cycle. The design ensures smooth material movement and delivers the accuracy and repeatability required when machining heavy sections, even as ring geometry changes during the cut.
Equipped with a 54 mm blade, the machine is designed for demanding large cross-section applications. Combined with precise feed control, it maintains stable cutting conditions during extended production runs, making it particularly well suited to high-nickel superalloys and other difficult-to-machine materials.
A rigid saw frame minimises vibration and keeps the blade on a true cutting path, helping to prevent blade wander when processing thick, dense sections. The result is improved cut quality, extended blade life and lower operating costs through reduced blade changes.
Operator safety is integral to the machine’s design. The cutting area is fully enclosed within a robust safety cage, while interlocked guards prevent operation unless all access points are secure. An integrated light-beam protection system immediately stops the machine if the protected zone is breached, maintaining a safe working environment without compromising productivity.
The Nova platform has been used in industrial cutting applications since 1994 and has built a strong reputation for processing aluminium alloys, high-tensile steels and nickel alloys. The latest installation expands large-ring cutting capacity in the North of England, providing a reliable, high-performance solution for manufacturers serving the demanding oil and gas sector.
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