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Industrial blades are much different from the knives you would find in your kitchen drawer. Industrial blades are generally used to cut or shred an incredible variety of materials. From food and plastics to the toughest steels and non-ferrous materials, industrial knives and cutting edges are used to reduce the size and process of all kinds of materials.  However, one thing that industrial knives have in common with the knives you typically would find in the kitchen is that they will last longer if they are properly cared for.

Quick and Easy Care Tips For Industrial Blades

If you are like most people, you may not know where to start when it comes to proper care for industrial blades, let alone regular blades in general. Luckily, in this blog, we are going to share three quick tips to provide your industrial knives with better care.

1. Properly Store the Industrial Knife

When you are not using your knives, it is important to keep them packed in a box or package that allows the industrial knife blade or the cutting edge to remain protected. Falling, bumping, or hitting the blade can damage it. It is best to keep the blade in a container that will keep the knife from moving around. You’ll also want to ensure that the container will not nick the cutting edge in anyway.

2. Cover the Cutting Edge

It is important that an industrial knife’s cutting edge is protected at all times. There are some easy ways to ensure the cutting edge of your industrial knife remains protected: some people choose to dip the edge in melted plastic. Others prefer to put a wooden or rubber scabbard around the outside of the edge. Covering the cutting edge with protective material will ensure that nothing can nick the blade of your industrial knife when it isn’t being used.

3. Prevent Rusting

Most industrial knives are made of steel, making them susceptible to rusting. To avoid this, it is wise to put a rust preventative on the knife. Rust preventative typically needs to be applied once, and most industrial knife manufacturers will apply it to their products before sending them out. If the knives are stored in a moist or damp area, it may be best to apply an additional coat of rust preventive down the road.

By following these quick and simple tips, you can better care for your industrial knives. Keep an eye out for future posts, as we will be sure to cover more helpful care and maintenance tips. Remember, if your knives are taken care of they will generally last longer.

Industrial Blade Manufacturing that You Can Trust

If you need industrial blades and knives, look no further than Carolina Knife & Manufacturing, Inc. We are a leading international supplier of industrial cutting blades, specializing in steel and carbide knife manufacturing. We also can manufacture custom blades! From circular blades, straight blades, and hot foam cutter knives, we have the resources you are looking for when it comes to cutting materials and industrial knives and blades. If you are interested in learning more about our products and accessories, visit our site today!

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If you are thinking about adding a score knife holder to your process, look no further than Carolina Knife & Manufacturing. With us, you can get the high-quality products you need to make your manufacturing process easier. Contact our team of experts today to get started on your customizable order!

At Carolina Knife & Manufacturing, our goal is to provide a wide selection of top-rated knives, blades, and cutting products for your industrial needs. With all kinds of applications for these high-quality products, our team serves a wide range of industries, including food production, metal and tool fabrication, and so much more. We are proud to offer some of the best quality products on the market and are committed to customer satisfaction, which is why we work to gather information on our top products, such as the Zetz-24 Hot Knife Thermocutters. Learn more about this amazing product and why it should be your top choice in hot knife products. 

Once you learn more about the Zetz-24 Hot Knife Thermocutter products, purchasing this tool for your industrial operation seems like a no-brainer. If you are interested in purchasing a Zetz-24, contact us today to get your order started!

Blade Safety is a Priority

While powerful industrial blades are incredibly useful in manufacturing processes, they are also non discriminatory in regards to what they cut. Because of the nature of these blades, it is important that safety measures are put in place, and all protocols followed, to ensure that all of your workers reach the end their shifts with all of their digits and limbs intact. 

Carolina Knife & Manufacturing, Inc., has compiled this list of safety tips that should help you and your employees be aware of the inherent dangers that come along with working with industrial blades. Proper awareness and training will go a long way towards keeping individuals free from injury, or in some cases, even death. Make safety a priority with these helpful tips!

Preventing Cuts, Lacerations & Punctures

• You should only ever use the correct tool for the job at hand. Never use an industrial blade for a purpose or function that it was not designed for. When you use any equipment for a reason it was never intended to be used, you risk the tool reacting in an unexpected way, potentially causing injury. 
• Make sure that all employees that will be using your industrial cutting blade are fully trained in its use. Many needless injuries occur simply because someone was not properly trained in its use.
• Regularly inspect your industrial blades. Blades that become dull or damaged require much more mechanical force to be effective. A blade failure could cause damage to a piece of equipment, or worse, the operator of that equipment.
• When it is possible, make sure that you’re working in an environment with proper visibility. Some work environments prevent this, but every measure should be taken to have as much visibility as possible. 
• If you have any possibility of accidentally coming into contact with an industrial cutting blade, you should always wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE), such as cut resistant gloves, as well as safety glasses to protect your eyes in case of blade failure.
• When the blade you are using is hand-operated, you should always cut away from yourself, and make sure that no part of your body is in the cutting path. Also be aware of the potential path a blade may take if it slips, and try to stay out of its path.
• Blades should always be stored properly when not in use. You should have a storage system in place to accommodate all of the blades that are ever removed. Unorganized clutter is a quick road to disaster and accidental injury.
• Although many blades are very strong, you should never need to use excessive force when using an industrial cutting blade by hand. Blades are strong, but they’re not indestructible. Excessive force could cause a break, or cause you to drop the blade. If you ever drop an industrial blade, never try to catch it. It may be instinct to try to do so, but do your best to avoid this almost sure-fire way to injure yourself. 
• It should go without saying, but never engage in any unprofessional horseplay around industrial cutting blades. One slip is all it takes to go from having a fun time to trying to navigate a serious situation.
• If a blade is ever removed from the mechanism it belongs to, you should never leave it in a place where it is not visible. For example, never place objects on top of a blade where someone may accidentally pick it up, not knowing it was there. Blades should always be in the location where they are being used, or safely stored.
• Unless you are a circus performer, you should never, ever throw blades. If another worker needs the blade you are using, set the blade down, and let them pick it up. 

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Additional Tips for Cutting Blades in Powered Machines

There are some additional safety measures that you and your employees should take when an industrial cutting blade is being used in a powered piece of machinery. These include:

• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when operating or cleaning machines that use sharp blades.
• If a piece of equipment is broken or malfunctioning, you should have proper lock out/tag out procedures in place. Stop all power to the machine, tag it, prevent it from being used, and make sure the proper supervisors are notified of the malfunction.
• Make sure that you always know where your hands are in relation to the cutting blade. Keep your hands away from all moving parts of mechanical equipment, regardless of the presence of a blade.
• If a blade ever seems to be jammed, you should never try to dislodge items with power still going to the machine. Even with the power off, built up kinetic energy can be released when the obstruction is removed, so use extreme caution when clearing jams. 
• Ensure that the work area around industrial cutting machines is clean and clear from objects you may stumble or trip over. Use best practices and common sense for workplace cleanliness. 
• If your mental capacities are ever impaired by illness or medications, you should never attempt to operate machinery with sharp cutting blades. Slow reaction times and a lack of attention to the task at hand is a dangerous combination. 

Industrial Cutting Blade Education

Carolina Knife & Manufacturing, Inc. takes pride in being able to educate all of our industrial consumers about the proper use of our blades. We only make the highest quality blades for our clients, and even create custom blades for specific jobs. In an effort to keep you and your employees safe from harm, we are always happy to discuss all of the safety measures that you should take when using our blades. Please feel free to contact us at any time, and one of our professional blade experts will be happy to answer any questions you may have! Thank you for taking the time to read these helpful tips, and we look forward to serving you helping your business reach its goals with our top-of-the-line industrial blades!

Tire and rubber, textile, film and foil, metal, or plastic — no matter what the cutting or conversion industry, having high-quality blades is essential to getting precise cuts and a superior finished product. Choosing cheap, low-quality blades will only cause issues. They will not last long, their cuts may not be as precise as what is demanded, and they can cause more delays than necessary when it comes to production. Therefore, those working in these industries must find a reliable machine knife supplier to ensure they are getting quality industrial blades derived from durable, caliber material. 

Four Reasons Why Carolina Knife Is Your #1 Machine Knife Supplier

When in need of high-quality industrial blades, many people turn to Carolina Knife & Manufacturing, Inc. As one of the leading international industrial machine blades suppliers, specializing in steel and carbide knife manufacturing, Carolina Knife & Manufacturing has a wide selection of American-made industrial knives for a wide variety of applications. With unmatched service and expertise, our team of machine blade specialists can help you find the you need for your application. 

In today’s post, our knife specialists are going to share why Carolina Knife & Manufacturing is a cut above the rest when it comes to industrial blade suppliers. 

1. Over Four Decades of Experience

With something as technical as industrial blades manufactured to exact the unique needs of your application, it is in your best interest to work with an experienced industrial blade manufactured. At Carolina Knife & Manufacturing, we have over 40+ years of experience and we have a thorough understanding of the unique needs and expectations of different conversion and processing industries. With our extensive knowledge, our team of knife specialists can help you find the perfect blade tailored for your application. 

2. Blades For A Wide Variety of Industries

By supplying top-of-the-line machine blades, Carolina Knife & Manufacturing helps support various cutting and conversion industries. We leverage our vast product and industry knowledge to manufacture the highest-quality selection of circular blades and straight knives that are made specifically for popular equipment in primary conversion industries that include metal and plastic processing, film, foil, and paper conversion, tire and rubber conversion, and more! 

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3. Extensive Selection of Industrial Blade Types

At Carolina Knife & Manufacturing, Inc., we specialize in manufacturing all types of standard, and many of the non-standard, converting blades. Depending on your application and the material you are cutting, slitting, or converting, you will need a specific type of industrial blade. Whether you need circular knives, straight razor blades, or another type of industrial blade, our knife specialists can help you find the right one! Our selection of industrial blades include:

• Carbide knives
• Circular knives
• Slitter blades
• Straight blades
• Hot cut knives
• Mill knives
• And so much more!
  

4. Manufactured To Exceed OEM Standards

It is important that when your OEM blades need replacing you get replacements that fit the standards and specifications set by the equipment manufacturer. Failing to do so can result in poor cutting quality, blade failure, and damage to both the product and conversion equipment. Instead, you’ll want economical solutions to your machine knife needs without having to go back to your equipment manufacturer. Our selection of industrial blades are manufactured to not only meet, but often exceed, original equipment manufacturer standards; paying close attention to important features such as surface finish and concentricity. This ensures that you will get the same — if not better — quality cut intended by the OEM. Some of the OEM’s we manufacture replacement blades for include Akron Standard, Fischer, Dusenbery, Tidland, Dusenbery, and Cameron. 

Get the Industrial Blades You Need, When You Need Them

As you can see, there are many reasons why Carolina Knife & Manufacturing is one of the leading industrial machine blade suppliers. Whatever your needs, our team is committed to supporting your cutting and converting applications with the highest quality, American-made products delivered in a timely and professional manner. If you need help finding the right blade for your application or are interested in custom blade manufacturing or knife sharpening services, contact us today!

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