Sign and print shops, check out our selection of cutters and rotary trimmers to save you valuable time and space and increase your cutting and finishing productivity.
Enhance productivity in your shop with one of our high-quality cutters, trimmers, and panel saws that are reliable, speed up production, and are easy to use.
We know safety is your top priority, and our rotary trimmers have all the necessary safety features you need. Save on space with a range of sizes from 40" up to 120". Whatever space you have, we have a trimmer that will perfectly fit it.
When handling a wide range of media you'll need a panel saw that can cut almost any substrate. Our vertical panel saws do just that, and take up less space while making you more money.
Shop our selection of cutters and trimmers below.
Fletcher
Fletcher-Terry cutters are reliable, and can handle a variety of media with more accuracy and precision than a knife and straight edge. Trust the company that has been providing advanced cutting solutions to the large format graphics market since 1868.
The GEMINI PRO cuts a variety of wide format materials up to 120” in length.
The TITAN has a dual cutting head that cuts and trims a variety of materials ranging from the most delicate photo paper and silks to semi-rigid materials.
Fletcher's Multi-Material cutters are wall-mounted freestanding cutters featuring interchangeable cutting heads for cutting a huge variety of materials and thicknesses.
Fletcher GeminiPro Manual Trimmer
Forget the straight edge and knife with the GeminiPro, a large format cutter by Fletcher. Now you can cut graphics up to 120" with a sight line strip to line up the cut, increasing accuracy.
The GeminiPro cuts a variety of semi-rigid materials, and is recommended for:
- Digital Prints (Photo Papers and Vinyl)
- Canvas & Vinyl
- Laminated Art/Photos mounted on Foamboard
- Corrugated Plastics up to 1/2" (13mm)
- PVC up to 1/4" (6mm)
- Banner Materials
- Foamboard up to 1/2" (13mm)
Fletcher blades have better life and cutting accuracy, and blade to blade consistency. Cut harder substrates with ease without the concern of the blade bending. Cut in comfort with the ergonomic cutting head designed for right or left-handed push/pull cutting.
This unique cutter utilizes a table-mounted elevator to raise the cutter above the graphics for positioning the cut line.
Line up material for the entire length of the cut without repositioning the straight edge, and get straighter cuts without injury or fatigue.
Sizes: 40", 60", 80", 100", 120".
Fletcher Titan Manual Trimmer
Fletcher Titan is designed with a dual position cutting head to cut and trim both semi-rigid and flexible materials. The cutter features a green cutting strip for easy viewing of cut line to reduce guesswork and leftover scraps.
Mount the cutter on a tabletop or purchase the stand separately.
Cutting capabilities:
- Canvas & Vinyl
- Digital Prints
- Photo Papers & Vinyl
- Foamboard Up to 1/2” (13mm)
- PVC Up to 1/4” (6mm)
- Corrugated Plastics Up to 1/2” (13mm)
- Laminated Art/Photos Mounted on Foamboard
- Banner Materials
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Sizes: 40", 60", 80", 100", 120".
Accessories: squaring arm assembly to square your substrate piece for cutting a straight 90 degree cut.
Fletcher Multi-Material Cutters
Fletcher's Multi-Material cutter line comes in 3 models, and cuts a huge range of rigid substrates. Use as a wall mounted or freestanding cutter, and save on valuable space.
These cutters will last a long time, and will never go obsolete with interchangeable cutting heads that will grow as new substrates hit the market.
Pick the cutter that meets your needs.
3000 Multi-Material Cutters - 60"
Fletcher's versatile 3000 unit features a 3-position cutting turret for glass, acrylics and mat board sizing. Get a cleaner edge break when scoring glass with the ramping feature allowing lifting of the scoring wheel on top edge of the glass.
Equipped with a patented score and break-out feature, the 3000 unit provides effortless and operator-safe cutting every time.
Handles material sheets up to 60” high (1.52m).
Mounts on wall or freestanding installation.
Cutting capabilities:
- Acrylics & glass up to ¼" (6mm)
- Mirrors up to 6mm
- Matboard up to 12-ply
- Foamboard up to ¼" (6mm)
3100 Multi-Material Cutters - 63"
The versatile Fletcher 3100 Multi-Material Cutter features a spring-loaded cutting assembly with an interchangeable pillar post to quickly switching from one material to another.
Cut and score a large variety of materials with the multiple cutting blades, scoring tips and cutting wheel holders.
Handles material sheets up to 63" high (1.6m) and features an acrylic breakout function.
Mounts on wall or freestanding installation.
Cutting capabilities:
- Gator board up to ½" (13mm)
- Foamboard up to ½" (13mm)
- MDF up to 3/32” (2.4mm)
- Acrylics & glass up to ¼" (6mm)
- PVC up to ¼" (6mm)
- Aluminum sheets up to .040"
- Corrugated plastics up to ½" (13mm)
- Backing board up to 3/32” (2.4mm)
FSC Multi-Material Cutters - 65"
The FSC™ Multi-Material Cutter is designed with an interchangeable cutting head platform with multiple cutting blades for different substrates. Its design means it will never become obsolete as blades can always be changed out. The cutter includes a V-Groove Cutting Tool used with ACM material to allow bending and fabrication techniques.
Cutter handles material sheets up to 65" high (1.65m), includes a laser sight line for cutting pre-printed graphics and is equipped with a twin handle cutting head for operator control and dexterity.
The FSC cuts debris-free, enabling you to place it in the same work area as dust-sensitive printing device.
Mounts on wall or freestanding installation.
Cutting capabilities:
- MDF up to 3/32”(2.4mm)
- Aluminum Sheets up to .063”
- Corrugated Plastics up to 1/2”(13mm)
- Foamboard up to 1/2”(13mm)
- Glass up to 1/4”(6mm)
- Acrylic up to 1/4”(6mm)
- PVC up to 1/2”(13mm)
- Aluminum Composites up to 4mm
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Royal Sovereign Electric Trimmer
Royal Sovereign has been a worldwide leader in wide format graphics solutions since 1986. Their trimmers help print and sign shops operate more efficiently and safely.
The Royal Sovereign 65" electric trimmer is perfect for sign and print shops and has fast cutting speeds up to 6.6 feet per second. Save time on finishing with this machine's many features and functions, such as the foot pedal for hands-free operation.
The 65" electric trimmer cuts wide format prints, with an open back for trimming longer prints. Cut signs, posters, and laminated materials faster than manual trimmers.
Safety features include a built-in safety cover to prevent users from touching the blade. This cutter has a bidirectional rotary blade that easily cuts materials in both directions, doubling cutting efficiency.
Utilize the waste catcher to collect scrap trimmings and save time on clean up later. The machine has LED back-lighting along the cutting edge for greater visibility. Your cuts will always be precise!
The cutter includes a stand with caster wheels that lock in place.
Get a Royal Sovereign cutter for reliable trimming with minimal maintenance.
Accessories: roll holder assembly to secure rolls in place.
Safety Speed
Safety Speed has produced their machines in Minnesota since 1958, leading the way in vertical panel saws with over 70,000 units sold worldwide. As their name indicates, Safety Speed machines are engineered with many safety features to protect the panel saw operator. Safety is their priority!
Their machines are built with quality in mind and are made to last.
H-5 and H-6 Panel Saws
Customers looking for a full sized vertical panel saw at a very affordable price will love the Safety Speed H-Series. You'll save time with the quick change feature from vertical to horizontal cutting.
For shops with limited space, a vertical saw is a smarter choice over a much larger table saw. The Safety Speed panel saw is 10' in length and takes up only 30 square feet of floor space.
Maximum vertical cross cutting on the H-5 is 64", and the H-6 goes up to 74", with unlimited horizontal rip cutting. The H6 panel saw is ideal for cutting a 10' x 6' piece of material up to 1.75" thick.
The H-Series machines eliminate back pain with their use of gravity. When you pull the saw carriage up and down, it glides smoothly with little assistance. Less bending over table saws will make your back happier!
Features:
- 3.25 horsepower motor
- Graphite nylon roller bearings promote smooth movement of saw carriage, no lubrication required
- Material rollers on frame smoothly slides panels through during horizontal cutting
- Heavy duty counterbalance neutralizes weight of saw during vertical cutting
Besides wood, the H-series panel saw can cut a variety of rigid substrates including aluminum composite panels, foamboard, acrylic (up to 1/2" thick), PVC, polycarbonate, particleboard, and vinyl.
Adjustable vertical and horizontal rulers ensure that cuts are precise, with an accuracy of 1/32" straight and square cuts.
The Safety Speed H-Series vertical panel saw is the preferred method for cutting panels in wood shops, sign shops, and other commercial operations. Many customers have used their saw for the last 15+ years– because they last!
Optional stand and wheels can be purchased separately.
Accessories: secure your substrates to ensure the straightest cuts with a hold down bar for H-5, H-6 panel saw.
H-5 Panel Saw and Dust Free Cutter Combo
This combination saw and substrate cutter has a interchangeable cutter head for dust-free cutting.
This is a good investment if your sign shop cuts a variety of materials. One machine will cut virtually anything without dust flying around. Cut materials up to 1.75" thick, multiple sheets at once, score material, v-grooves, and rip sheets up to 10 feet.
The DFC-H5 panel saw can cut many substrates, including:
- Corrugated Plastic
- PVC
- Foam board
- Aluminum Composite Panel
- Aluminum Panel
- Wood & MDF Panels
- Polycarbonate
- Veneer
- Laminate
- Acrylic
- HDU
Get noise-free cutting and cut just about any material straight and square in your shop, all without the dust.
Conclusion
Choosing the right cutter or trimmer for your sign or print shop ensures that your operations will move more efficiently, and safely.
Big, small, we have them all. Find the solution you need for cutting and trimming, and get straighter, more precise cuts. Your shop will run more smoothly, and you'll love the convenience and ease of use these machines provide.
Get the right machine to boost your sales, increase your productivity, and enhance the accuracy of the final product. Your customers and employees will appreciate it. And so will you.
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