Every fabrication job starts with preparation. Before the fitting, welding and finishing can begin, your material needs to be cut.
When your saw struggles with stock size or your operator spends too much time positioning material for repeat cuts, that preparation stage can hold up the rest of the workshop.
The GKX500 industrial metal-cutting bandsaw, available through Progressive Welding Solutions, brings together substantial cutting capacity, hydraulic workholding, variable blade speed and repeat feeding. For businesses reviewing their cutting equipment, these are features worth looking at closely.
Cutting capacity for larger stock
The GKX500’s supplied specifications list a straight-cut capacity of 500 mm diameter round stock or 600 × 500 mm rectangular stock. That gives buyers a clear starting point when comparing the machine against their largest material sizes.
| Cutting angle | Round stock capacity | Rectangular capacity, width × height |
|---|---|---|
| 0° | Ø500 mm | 600 × 500 mm |
| −45° | Ø500 mm | 500 × 500 mm |
| −60° | Ø500 mm | 500 × 500 mm |
Angle-cutting capability also makes the machine relevant to workshops preparing components for frames and other fabricated assemblies. Send PWS your actual material profiles and required angles so we can confirm the configuration against your work.
Hydraulic clamping and blade tension
Workholding is an essential part of a cutting operation. The GKX500 uses a hydraulic vise to clamp the material during cutting, together with hydraulic blade tensioning.
These systems handle two important setup functions: securing the workpiece and applying blade tension. For a workshop comparing equipment, both deserve attention alongside the headline cutting capacity.
Select your blade speed
A 7.5 kW main motor drives the saw, with frequency-inverter control providing a blade-speed range of 20–80 metres per minute.
Variable speed gives the operator a setting to adjust for the cutting task. Correct blade selection, tooth pitch, feed settings and coolant remain essential to achieving a suitable cut.
The supplied blade section is 54 mm wide × 1.6 mm thick. PWS will confirm the complete blade length and suitable blade options when preparing your quotation.
Repeat feeding for longer cut lengths
The feeding table provides a maximum advance of 500 mm per stroke. For cut lengths exceeding 500 mm, the table can feed repeatedly.
This is a useful feature to assess if your business regularly prepares multiple parts from longer stock. The supplier also offers feeding-length customization according to requirements.
Discuss your usual cut lengths and production quantities with PWS so the proposed configuration reflects how your workshop operates.
Key technical specifications
| Specification | Supplier data |
|---|---|
| Main motor | 7.5 kW |
| Hydraulic motor | 1.5 kW |
| Cooling motor | 0.09 kW |
| Blade speed | 20–80 m/min |
| Blade section | 54 × 1.6 mm |
| Workpiece clamping | Hydraulic vise |
| Blade tension | Hydraulic |
| Maximum feed per stroke | 500 mm |
| Machine dimensions | 3800 × 3700 × 2300 mm |
| Packing dimensions | 3900 × 3800 × 2500 mm |
| Gross shipping weight | 5560 kg |
| Optional equipment | Powered spiral chip conveyor |
Plan the installation before ordering
A machine of this size needs a planned receiving and installation area. Allow for material loading, stock support, operator access and maintenance space beyond the machine’s stated dimensions.
Electrical supply, unloading arrangements and access to your workshop also need to be checked. PWS will confirm the electrical configuration and shipping details as part of the quotation process.
Get a quotation built around your workshop
Progressive Welding Solutions handles your enquiry and coordinates supply with the manufacturer, who ships the machine.
Send us your:
- Material types and largest stock dimensions.
- Required cutting angles, cut lengths and production quantities.
- Available voltage, phase and frequency.
- Delivery country and city or preferred port.
- Required accessories, including the optional chip conveyor.
We’ll prepare a quotation covering the selected machine configuration, price, shipping arrangements and estimated lead time.
Ready to assess the GKX500 for your workshop?
View the GKX500 specifications and request your quotation from PWS.
Photo enhanced from a manufacturer-supplied image; blue finish is a colour visualization. Final machine appearance and configuration are confirmed with your quotation.
