Auto Indexing Knife

Hands off blade adjustment..

Appleton Mfg. Division introduces Auto-Indexing for fixed knife cutters. You keep the quality fixed blade cut, and get hands off blade adjustment.

Why Indexing?

For several years our customers have asked if there was a way to automatically index the knife to a new cutting edge. We experimented with several concepts, finding most of them unsatisfactory. One method, adopted by a competitor, actually reduced cutting performance by rotating the knife backward - both knife life and cut quality deteriorate. Finally, Appleton has an indexer that meets our standards of quality and performance.

Appleton Auto-Indexing provides:

• Reduced knife usage - Extended knife life resulting from precise adjustment, providing more usable cutting surface per blade. In tests, one user was regularly getting 36,000 cuts per 2-1/2" blade with 3" diameter x 1/8" wall cores.
• Labor Savings - Knife advancement to a new cutting edge is made automatically, based on the number of cuts input by the operator.
• Improved Safety - Operator handles the knife only for blade replacement.
• Lower Operating Costs - Reduced knife consumption and less down-time for knife changes means you're cutting cores and costs.

Simple Operation

The operator sets the cycle counter based on your experience with the cores you regularly cut.  The indexer will advance the knife 9 degrees on its circumference each time the count is reached.  Should a knife be prematurely damaged, the operator can signal an advance to the new edge. That's it! The only time the operator handles the knife is when it has indexed a full revolution and needs replacement.

This counter can be panel installed in new cutters, or provided as an "add-a-panel" kit for core cutters already in service.

Easy Installation

We provide retro-fit kits for all Models of Appleton core cutters.  A control panel is mounted to the cutter frame, the knife holder is swapped out, air and electrical connections made per the included instructions.  All parts and fittings are included.  (PLC controlled units may require a program upgrade, included.)  The conversion takes between one and four hours dependent on core cutter model.

To Order

Your Appleton Customer Service Representative can assist you in getting the proper package for your cutter.  Have your model and serial number available, then call 800-531-2002 or (920) 751-1555 for prompt assistance.