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GERBERcutter GTxL

for Composites

The GERBERcutter
® GTxLis a low-ply conveyorized system capable of cutting up to 2.5 cm (1 in) of com- pressed fabric, using Gerber’s state-of-the-art reciprocating knife technology.Aconveyorized cutting tableefficiently moves material from a spreading table or single-ply roll feeder to the cutter and then directly onto the bundling area.

Get the most from your composites cutting system.

Get accurately cut parts everytime.
� The GTxL employs a powerful vacuum system to hold material firmly in placeduring the cutting process delivering cut parts that are symmetrical ply to ply.
� An optional carbide knife is available for cutting dry composite materials and other technical textiles.
� Adrag knife assembly is available as an option for single-ply cutting of intricate patterns and shapes.
� Automatic SMARTbite
™ calculator analyzes each marker to determine the maxi-mum number of pieces to be cut with a minimum number of material advances to maximize cutter throughput.
� Long vertical knife strokes and automatic knife re-sharpening eliminate hanging threads ensuring quality cut parts from top to bottom ply. Easy to use and comfortable to operate.
� Operators can easily adjust cut speed and knife speed according to the type of material being cut to maximize throughput and eliminate fusing of certain materials.
Long-lasting GERBER BRISTLE SQUARE ® cutting surface allows knife blade to penetrate without damage â�� C200 MT Windows-based cutter control software employs an intuitive graphi-cal user interface that simplifies operator training and daily use. It includes online help and built in diagnostics. Continuous, real-time, graphical display of operating parameters, vacuum level and cut speed provides a comprehensive overview of the entire cutting process.
� Easily stores cutting setup files for quick retrieval to accelerate future cut jobs.
� Fully network-compatible for easy transfer of data from CAD systems. Realize a fast returnonyour investment.
� The GTxL generates a report upon request that provides critical informationconcerning time management. Reports specify information by shift including how long the cutter was in operation, how many times operation was stopped, average cut speed, total perimeter of parts cut and more.
� Automated cutting requires less labor to generate more cut parts.
� The GTxL is designed to use longer-lasting consumables.
� An optional, intelligent, high-efficiency vacuum control lowers electrical con-sumption and associated expenses.
Graphical user interface simplifies oper-ator training and daily use � With its low initial capital investment, low cost of ownership and superb accu- racy and throughput, the GTxL delivers the best price-performance in its class.