I don’t know the safest way to get it into the garage, particularly if i buy a used saw. K. 03-09-2015, 9:04 PM #4 If your shop has a garage door, a large band saw on a small trailer like a motorcycle trailer could be backed in on a ramp. It weighs about 630 Kg. I used a low trailer, but bolted the saw to a large heavily built pallet to move.
I’d for sure take off the table and maybe take out the motor. It’s kinda looking like if I take the drive belt off, and unbolt the on/off switch from the saw body, I’d be able to take out 4 bolts to separate the saw from the base. Have your say… Forum Topics Woodworking Skill ShareYour woodworking skills are displayed for several lifetimes in each project.
IMO you could move the saw either lying on its spine or standing up. If you are moving yourself then you may find lying it down on its spine the easier approach because you can slide it up to the truck/trailer standing up, and then tip it in and onto its spine. Posts: 4,763.Threads: 1.Joined: Jan 2004 Location: Eugene, OR. I think the salient question is how are YOU planning to move the MM16. Is it going by common carrier, loading it in a pickup or a trailer etc.
There are really only 2 ways to transport a bandsaw safely, either upright and well bolted and strapped down, or, more simply, on its back with some home-made chocks or framing to secure it so that it can not twist or fall over on its side. Whether you do this really depends on how much help you will have versus how much you need to trim down the weight … you can even go a step further and pull the motor if you really need too, but if you have 2 strong workers or several helpers, then you should not need to remove anything more than the table as the entire unit weighs in at around 400lbs. During transport, tape the upper and lower doors close to ensure they can’t possibly come open during the move.
Jet 14″ Bandsaw with riser kit and jet 1236 lathe. Tipped bandsaw out of truck myself onto mobile base in the garage. HTH Jerry 🙂 Yeah, my bandsaw is missing the cover of my plastic safety switch too, after a move.
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What should you not do with a bandsaw?
Safety Rules Never adjust saw or setup while saw is running. Never cross arms. Always follow 4 inch rule. Never push on back of piece with fingers or thumb.
How do I ship a table saw?
Turn the saw Up Side Down and secure it to a sturdy pallet with cargo straps and/or brackets screwed to the pallet. Similarly secure the motor and extension wings. Then build a “box” around it with 2x material and some 1/2 inch ply so it would be “crated” up for shipping.
Can you rip wood on a bandsaw?
A band saw can shape curves, saw rough lumber safely, cut joinery, and even rip boards to width.
What kind of stock should not be cut on a band saw without a V block or holding jig?
Don’t cut stock that is not flat on the bottom without a jig. 4. Keep a balanced stance at the band saw. 5.
What is the closest you should put your fingers to the blade while it is running?
Do not put your fingers closer than two inches from the blade. 3. Do not place your hands directly in line with the blade while cutting stock. 4.
How high can a bandsaw cut?
The resaw capacity is the maximum height (thickness) that can be cut. For the small shop furniture maker, go with 14″ as the minimum for a bandsaw, though 16″ is better. Those doing larger work might even want 18″ or 20″ machines. Just make sure you have a minimum resaw height of 12″ for versatility.
What does 14 mean on a bandsaw?
Rob Johnstone: Band saw sizes are derived from the diameter of the wheels in the saw. So a 14-inch band saw will have wheels that are 14-inches in diameter. There is another measure that indicates how wide a board you can resaw.
How thick of wood can a 9 band saw cut?
There are several $99, 9 inch band saws on the market in my area (Ryobi, Skill). The are able to cut a thickness of 2 ½ inches.
Which is the best method of moving a heavy object?
When lifting anything heavy, it’s good to use your legs to lift, not your back. Make sure to bend at your knees as you lift and not at the waist. Carry the items close to your body to rely more on your arms to do the work and to maintain your balance. Avoid twisting your body during the lift and while moving items.
How do you move heavy objects without equipment?
Ramps: Forget about using your strength to lug heavy furniture over stairs and into truck beds or moving trucks. Ramps make it much easier and safer to place a large or unwieldy item on a raised area. Moving straps: If you’re wondering how to move something heavy, turn to moving straps, also called lifting straps.
How can heavy machinery be transported easily without lifting?
Rolling friction is less than sliding friction. We can apply the above property to move a heavy machinery from one place to another, in the absence of a crane. We can create rolling friction by placing round logs of wood below the machine.