Your advice for a small hydrolic cutter

[Alex@Challenge]

What video on their websites?!?!!

Thanks for the critique...will look the suggestions when I redo the videos.

I don't see the benefit of this post in relation to the OP's question, though.

[Al Ferrari]

It was for your benefit. Don't look a gift horse in the mouth.

Al

[Alex@Challenge]

Thank you Al. Appreciate it!

[funwork]

Again, thanks for your feedback.

We have asked for quotation for both the Baum and the Challenge cutter as it seems the two machines compare, I guess it will be at the end a $$$$ decision !

[funwork]

Last question.
Is there a big difference for the blade between a carbon and a HSS one ?
Thanks

[Alex@Challenge]

The carbon steel knife has been an acceptable knife for many years. It is low in cost and relatively cheap to sharpen. The high-speed steel (HSS) blades, in comparison, are about twice as much money up-front, but they hold their sharpened edge anywhere from three to five times longer depending on the material you are cutting. The small additional amount you will spend on the HSS knives up front can be recovered in less downtime for knife changes.

Hope this helps!

Alex Esnaola

[Savage]

In here, we have 3 of these Welcome to Schneider Senator America different sizes, the older one for over 14 years, and they've all been great! (And is less expensive than a POLAR)!

[ondemandbindery]

Knowing what your operation processes would help in some decision making. I have run just about all models and there are a few things that I would put at the top of the list. If you are looking at what machine will have the best resale value POLAR is it. Don't let any knife salesman convince you otherwise. Backguage minimum distance is important because if you do business cards then having a backguage that goes below 2" will make a difference in production if you have to take the false clamp out constantly. Getting an air bed is going to ease your operation of the machine. If the machine doesn't have it, walk away from it. But what you need to consider most is who can service it for you because it will break down and a shop with no knife is a parking brake for the workflow. Locate service, decide on cash outlay for the machine, and try to test drive a few of them. All machines will have their differences and what you do or do not want is really up to you.

[Alex@Challenge]

ondemandbindery is 100% correct. Do your research, make sure you have someone nearby (not someone who has to fly out) to service your cutter, and fits within your financial constraints.

For over 139 years now, Challenge cutters have also been highly regarded for their high resale values. You dont have to take my word for it - just pick up any trade magazine and check out the classifieds. We routinely see our ~20 years old cutters fetching 50% or better of their original selling price.

Good luck in your decision!

Alex Esnaola