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MANUAL CUTTING SOLUTIONS

EASTMAN EMPLOYEES at FACTORY 1908
EASTMAN EXHIBIT BOOTH at OLD TRADESHOW
CUTTING ROOM with EASTMANBLUESTREAK II and CARDINAL 1921
DORIS DAY and JOHN RAITT on the SET of PAJAMA DAY
More than 135 years ago, Eastman introduced the first electric cloth-cutting machine, which allowed the clothing industry to evolve from the manual drudgery of cutting to a modern operation. Today, the company continues to deliver engineering-based solutions that make real differences to facilities using new and high-tech materials as well as traditional textiles.As a fifth-generation, family-operated business, Eastman is devoted to excellence. Our promise to craft reliable, quality, American-made solutions means that your Eastman product is guaranteed to perform and ensure your production requirements are realized. With our excellent reputation built into every machine, you can rest assured knowing you’re not just buying a product — you’re partnering with a team dedicated to your productivity and performance. Present Day1000+ automated systems installed worldwide and tens of thousands of manual machines in over 100 countries.
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 629X BLUE STREAK II
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EASTMAN Blue Streak II ®MODEL 629X – With versatility unmatched by any other straight knife, the Blue Streak II® is the obvious choice when one cloth cutting machine is required to perform many tasks.
  • Power to weight ratio offers easy handling and maneuvering, even for the tightest radius
  • Low-profile baseplate and narrow silhouette standard make cutting of intricate patterns and tight turns simple
  • Perfect fit and continuous running with cross heads, crank and knife slides that are machined to a tolerance within .0005″(0.0013cm)
  • Simple handling of the machine due to its low center of gravity
  • Low maintenance requiring only daily lubricating with the easy-to-use One Shot single-reservoir oiling system.
  • Engineered with a low profile, polished and streamlined baseplate designed to reduce friction and distortion of material, regardless of the number of plies
  • Constructed of superior quality materials to ensure durability and longevity
  • Motor is designed and manufactured to efficiently disperse heat away from the operator
  • Designed to cut out patterns, as well as straight lines in multiple thicknesses of material
  • Motor housing incorporates a single-reservoir oiling system which eliminates the need to oil during a work shift
  • One-touch automatic sharpener to keep the blade razor sharp
  • Machines are available in eight different heights (5 in. – 13 in. / 12.7 cm – 33 cm), designed for different cutting applications; the lower the machine, the easier it is to maneuver.
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 627X BRUTE
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EASTMAN Brute®MODEL 627X – With a super-efficient and extra powerful motor, the 627X Brute straight knife is designed to cut the toughest fabrics or an increased number of ply.
With a super efficient and extra powerful motor, the Eastman 627X Brute straight knife machine is designed to cut the toughest fabrics or an increased number of ply.
The model 627X is Eastman’s most powerful straight knife cutting machine and is available in the same sizes, strokes, and electrical configurations as the standard Blue Streak II cutting machine.
All Eastman cutting machines are built with the highest grade materials available.
  • The Straight Knife Cutting Machine has an extra powerful motor, nearly twice the horsepower of the standard Blue Streak II model, up to 2.2hp
  • Designed to cut the toughest flexible materials and/or an increased number of ply
  • Available in the same sizes, strokes and electrical configurations as the standard Blue Streak II cutting machine
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 627VS VARIABLE SPEED
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EASTMAN Brute® Variable SpeedMODEL 627VS – A standard Brute Straight Knife enhanced with a variable speed motor to offer increased acceleration, and smoother operation, all while saving energy. It is the only cutting machine on the market that runs at speeds up to 4,000 RPM’s.
Eastman’s model 627VS is a standard Brute Straight Knife enhanced with a variable speed motor to offer increased acceleration, and smoother operation, all while saving energy.
It is the only cloth cutting machine on the market that runs at 4,000 RPM’s. All Eastman cutting machines are built with the highest grade materials available.
  • Features a variable speed motor to offer increased acceleration and smoother operation across a range of materials
  • Runs at speeds of 1,200 to 4,000 RPM
  • Heavy-duty performance for cutting extra heavy cloth or an increased number of ply
  • Cutting of intricate patterns and tight turns due to the low-profile baseplate and narrow silhouette standard
  • Available in the same sizes, strokes and electrical configurations as the standard Blue Streak II model
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 629PM / 627PM PLASTIC MASTER
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EASTMAN Plastic MasterMODEL 629PM / 627PM – Eastman’s Plastic Master gravity fed, blade lubrication, and cooling system have been designed specifically to eliminate materials from fusing during the cutting of intricate patterns or straight lines. This is a perfect choice for cutting plastic and other fusible materials like cotton backed vinyl, PVC and other reinforced plastics.
Eastman’s Plastic Master™ gravity fed, blade lubrication and cooling system have been designed specifically to eliminate materials from fusing during the cutting of intricate patterns or straight lines. This is a perfect choice for cutting plastic and other fusible materials like cotton backed vinyl, PVC and other reinforced plastics. The Plastic Master™ is available in a standard version, 629XPM, and a heavy-duty version, 627XPM, where a moistening attachment is added.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest grade materials available.
  • Heat reducing features such as a dual speed motor, short stroke and wave blade reduce blade contact by 80%
  • Special gravity feed moistening attachment to eliminate fusing
  • Coolant flow can be adjusted to achieve the desired degree of lubrication and cooling required
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 629MF / 627MF MICRO FOG
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EASTMAN Micro FogMODEL 629MF / 627MF – The Eastman Micro Fog™ pressure fed blade lubrication and cooling system ensures maximum heat reduction when cutting highly fusible materials. The Micro Fog is ideal for cutting Cordura, PVC plastic or polyester, and vinyl.
Eastman’s exclusive Micro Fog machine ensures maximum heat reduction for cutting highly fusible materials and plastics. The Micro Fog device sends a mist of coolant / lubricant, assisted by 90-120 psi compressed air, behind the knife and out through a specially slotted wave-edged blade. This allows coolant to penetrate every layer, eliminating the conditions that cause fusing. The Micro Fog is ideal for cutting Cordura® , PVC plastic or polyester, and vinyl.
The Micro Fog™ is available in a standard version, 629XMF, and a heavy-duty version, 627XMF.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest grade materials available.
  • Ensures maximum heat reduction to eliminate fusing of materials aided by its dual speed motor, short stroke and wave blade
  • The Micro Fog device sends a pressure fed mist of coolant / lubricant behind the knife and out through a specially slotted knife-slide to evenly cool the entire blade
  • Requires 90-120 psi (6.2-8.3 bars) compressed air
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 548 CARDINAL
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EASTMAN Standard Cardinal®MODEL 548 – The Cardinal model 548 is our most widely used round knife machine. It is available in two different blade sizes and is designed with a lightweight, powerful motor to provide the optimum cutting configuration.
The Cardinal® model 548 is Eastman’s most widely-used round knife machine. It is available in two different blade sizes, and it is designed with a lightweight, powerful motor to provide optimum cutting configuration.
Eastman round knife machines are ideally suited for cutting large radius curves, straight lines and are applicable for a wide range of difficult to cut materials.
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 562 HEAVY-DUTY CARDINAL
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EASTMAN Heavy-Duty Cardinal®MODEL 562 – The Heavy Duty Cardinal offers a heavy-duty motor to provide increased torque and blade speed making it ideal for most general-purpose cutting of canvas, burlap, cotton, cotton batting, woolens, and knits.
The Heavy Duty Cardinal® offers a heavy duty motor to provide increased torque and blade speed making it ideal for most general purpose cutting of canvas, burlap, cotton, cotton backing, woolens, and knits.
All Eastman machines are made with the highest quality materials available.
  • Heavy-duty motor with increased torque and cutting capacity
  • Ideal for general purpose cutting of flexible goods such as industrial-grade materials and composites
  • Blades are available in carbon steel, high speed steel, slotted, grooved and PTFE coated
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 567 SUPER-DUTY CARDINAL
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EASTMAN Super-Duty Cardinal®MODEL 567 – The Cardinal model 567, Eastman’s most powerful round knife, is equipped with the same 1.25 horsepower high-torque motor and utility as the Brute straight knife. A dual-speed option brings versatility to this powerhouse.
The Heavy Duty Cardinal® offers a heavy duty motor to provide increased torque and blade speed making it ideal for most general purpose cutting of canvas, burlap, cotton, cotton backing, woolens, and knits.
All Eastman machines are made with the highest quality materials available.
  • Heavy-duty motor with increased torque and cutting capacity
  • Ideal for general purpose cutting of flexible goods such as industrial-grade materials and composites
  • Blades are available in carbon steel, high speed steel, slotted, grooved and PTFE coated
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 534 LIGHTWEIGHT CARDINAL
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EASTMAN Lightweight Cardinal®MODEL 534 – Eastman’s lightweight model 534 Cardinal provides lightweight maneuverability with more than enough power to cut low lays of wool, cotton, silk, and synthetics.
Eastman’s lightweight model 534 Cardinal® provides lightweight maneuverability with more than enough power to cut low lays of wool, cotton, silk and synthetics.
Like all Eastman round knives, the Lighweight Cardinal® is perfect for cutting large radius curves and straight lines.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest grade materials.
  • The smallest round knife machine
  • Lightweight maneuverability with power for cutting low plies
  • Great for wool, cotton, silk, synthetics and various technical textiles
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 548BK STANDARD SLITTING MACHINE
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EASTMAN Standard Slitting MachineMODEL 548BK – Suitable for most slitting applications, the 548BK Cardinal® is mounted in a stationary position where the fabric moves past the blade. The standard narrow profile allows for clean slitting and snag-free material flow.
Suitable for most slitting applications, the 548BK Cardinal is mounted in a stationary position where the fabric moves past the blade.
The BK machines can be equipped with a standard roller base plate or with mounting brackets that allow the machine to be mounted for overhead support.
The standard narrow profile allows for clean slitting and snag-free material flow.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest quality materials available.
  • May be mounted in a stationary position, on a frame or with a standard baseplate for slitting
  • Narrow profile allows for clean slitting and snag-free material flow
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 567BK SUPER DUTY SLITTING MACHINE
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EASTMAN Super Duty Slitting MachineMODEL / 567BK – Easily cut through high durometer rubber as well as plastic sheeting and dense fabrics that require a more powerful motor and greater height capacity. This machine may be supplied with a high speed, low speed, or dual-speed motor for the broadest range of applications.
The Heavy Duty and Super Duty round knife machines can easily cut through up to eighty durometer rubber as well as plastic sheeting and dense fabrics that require a stronger motor and greater height capacity.
Each of these special Cardinal® round knife machines may be supplied with a high speed, low speed, or dual speed motor for the broadest range of applications. Both models may be fitted with an optional Plastic Master lubricator.
All Eastman machines are manufactured with the highest grade materials.
  • Designed to easily cut through high durometer rubber, plastic sheeting and dense, flexible materials
  • Has a powerful motor and additional cutting capacity
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 548CC CARPET CUTTER
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EASTMAN Carpet CutterMODEL 548CC – The Cardinal Carpet Cutter is designed to cut cleanly through most pile types and backings. The blade is grooved to reduce heat and allow the blade to shed carpet backing.
The Cardinal Carpet Cutter is designed to cut cleanly through most pile types and backings. The 548CC allows for cutting along and against the grain in curves, or along straight edges with minimal effort thus reducing operator fatigue.
The blade is grooved to reduce heat and allow the blade to shed carpet backing. The blades can also be coated for maximum heat reduction and the ability to eliminate build up of cut material.
All Eastman cutting machines are built with the highest grade materials available.
  • Designed to cut through most pile types and backings
  • Allows for cutting along and against the grain in curves, or straight edges
  • Blade is grooved to reduce heat
  • Reduced operator fatigue with the option of a long handle, where cutting can be done while seated
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 629PM / 627PM ROUND KNIFE PLASTIC MASTER
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EASTMAN Round Knife Plastic MasterMODEL 629PM / 627PM – Cut plastic and other fusible materials, such as PVC, vinyl, and reinforced plastics in intricate patterns or straight lines without fusing.
The Round Knife Plastic Master is a 548 Cardinal® featuring a special notched blade and gravity fed blade lubrication and cooling system. Together theyreduce friction and eliminates materials from fusing.
The Plastic Master adapts to all Cardinal® series round knives.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest grade materials available.
  • Attachment available for all Cardinal Round Knives
  • Plastic Master Cooling/Moistening device plus a special notched blade reduce friction and heat to eliminate fusing of temperature sensitive materials
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: BBS32 GENTLE GIANT
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EASTMAN Gentle GiantMODEL BBS32 – The Gentle Giant offers consistent power and control when cutting fine fabrics, such as low-ply delicate synthetics.
The BBS32 is Eastman’s largest rotary shear, featuring a single-bevel blade and a premium quality high-torque universal motor to maintain blade speed under heavy loads.
This machine is an economical alternative for cutting through fine fabrics, such as low ply delicate synthetics, without pulls or damage to the material. The single-bevel 3 ¼ inch blade and shear plate provides a clean cut without fraying or unraveling material. The Gentle Giant, like all Eastman round knives, is perfect for cutting large radius curves and straight lines.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest grade materials available.
  • Single-Bevel 3 ¼ in blade
  • Eastman’s largest rotary shear
  • High-torque universal motor maintains blade speed under heavy loads
  • Cut through low-ply delicate synthetics without pulls or damage to the material
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: BBB32 LITTLE GIANT
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EASTMAN Little GiantMODEL BBB32 – The Little Giant offers consistent power and control when cutting fine fabrics and heavier weight materials such as upholstery and industrial fabrics.
The BBB32 features a double-bevel blade and a premium quality high-torque universal motor to maintain blade speed under heavy loads.
This machine is an economical alternative for cutting through heavier weight materials, such as upholstery and industrial fabrics, and fine fabrics, such as low ply delicate synthetics, without pulls or damage to the material. The double-bevel 3 ¼ inch blade provides a clean cut and eliminates jamming between the blade and plate. The Little Giant, like all Eastman round knives, is perfect for cutting large radius curves and straight lines.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest grade materials available.

  • Double-Bevel 3 ¼ in blade
  • High-torque universal motor maintains blade speed under heavy loads
  • Cut through heavier weight materials, such as upholstery and industrial fabrics, and low-ply delicate synthetics without pulls or damage to the material
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: RS2 RUBBER SLITTER
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EASTMAN Rubber SlitterMODEL RS2 – The Rubber Slitter has proven successful to eliminate materials from fusing when cutting very dense rubber and plastic sheeting
The Rubber Slitter is designed to cut very dense rubber and plastic sheeting without fusing the material.
Model RS2 is equipped with a gravity fed blade lubrication and cooling system to eliminate materials from fusing. It boasts a high torque motor and is designed with a very low knife speed to keep friction and heat build-up to a minimum.
It is available with a base plate or strip gauge to cut strips with a tight tolerance.
All Eastman machines are built with the highest quality materials available.
  • Engineered to cut very dense rubber and plastic sheeting
  • Equipped with a high torque motor and variable knife speed
  • Also available with baseplate only
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: HORNET
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EASTMAN HornetMODEL HRNT – The Hornet is a powerful, rechargeable, professional-grade cordless power tool. Multiple speeds on the high torque motor give you complete control when cutting through heavy, industrial-type materials. All in a package that weighs only 4 lb (1.8 kg)!
  • Powerful, professional grade, cordless power tool weighing 4 lbs. (1.8 kg)
  • Convenience and portability; battery powered
  • Provided with two 20V (4ah) lithium-ion batteries – one for operation, one for charging
  • Battery recharge time: 1 hour/battery
  • The high torque motor can cut anything from prepreg carbon to silk with ease
  • Pelican head guides lofted goods through the blade
Hornet Rotary Shear The Hornet is a powerful, rechargeable, professional grade cordless power tool. Multiple speeds on the high torque motor give you complete control when cutting through heavy, industrial-type materials. All in a package that weighs only 4 lbs (1.8 kg)! Balance and maneuverability allows the Hornet to buzz through your workload, without binding or tearing. No matter the industry, if cutting material by hand is part of your operation, the Hornet will become a staple in your toolbox.
EASTMAN HAND HELD ROTARY SHEAR MODEL: D2 CHICKADEE
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EASTMAN Chickadee®MODEL D2 – The Chickadee is the smallest rotary shear available and is the perfect upgrade to, or replacement for, handheld shears. Powered by Eastman’s Perma-Field motor, the Chickadee has 40% more power than any other handheld knife its size.
  • Smallest and most widely used rotary shear available
  • Perfect upgrade to, or replacement for, manual shears
  • Streamlined, lightweight construction helps eliminate operator fatigue
  • Built-in sharpener
  • Equipped with round blade for general use, or optionally with a hexagon or four-sided blade for difficult-to-cut materials
  • Newly engineered 220V model with improved electronics
EASTMAN LONG-HANDLED ROTARY SHEAR MODEL: D2H LONG-HANDLED CHICKADEE
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EASTMAN Long-Handled Chickadee®MODEL D2H – The Long Handled Chickadee has all the features of the D2 model, in addition to a long handle and a remote power switch. The handle allows the operator to reach across the table with ease, thereby improving cutting quality.
The Long Handled Chickadee® has all the features of the standard D2 model, in addition to a long handle and a remote power switch.
This is the ideal companion to any spreading machine for cutting out flaws, or when laying up fabrics.
The handle allows the operator to reach across the table with ease, thereby improving cutting quality.
  • Features a long-handle and power switch, in addition to all of the standard D2 features
  • Ideal companion to any spreading machine for cutting out flaws, or when laying up fabrics
  • Allows the operator to reach across the table with ease, thereby improving cutting capability
EASTMAN HAND HELD ROTARY SHEAR MODEL: BZ BUZZAIRD PNEUMATIC SHEAR
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EASTMAN Buzzaird® Pneumatic ShearMODEL BZ – The Buzzaird is designed with a 20,000 RPM pneumatic motor suitable for wet environments. It is an extremely powerful rotary shear suitable for cutting single-ply leather, rubber, plastics, woven glass, coated materials, and much more.
The Buzzaird® rotary shear is available with different shaped blades to maximize shearing, chopping or slicing of technical fabrics. The air powered motor provides an alternative solution to facilities where electric power is not sustainable.
  • Engineered with a 20,000 RPM pneumatic motor
  • Eastman’s most powerful rotary shear with the highest torque and greatest RPM
  • Optional Pelican head designed for cutting lofted material
  • Optional swivel sharpener is equipped with a 30 degree ball tip shear plate for close edge trimming.
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: FALCON IV
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EASTMAN Falcon® IVMODEL FAL-4 – The specially designed track of Eastman’s Falcon IV machine allows the knife to easily glide for perfectly straight line end cuts. The Falcon IV gives you superior balance and effortless cutting features.
  • Perma-Field Motor for more cutting torque with less heat build-up
  • Reliable, versatile and easy to use
  • Precision engineered profile and interior reinforcing ribs
  • keeps track rigid, even at lengths over 72 inches (1.82 m)
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EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: ATF-II AUTO TRACK FALCON II
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EASTMAN Auto Track Falcon® IIMODEL ATF-II – Eastman’s Auto Track Falcon II offers automatic traversing of the cutting head and an automatic lift feature. Both features enhance cycle time and throughput in comparison to manually-operated models.
Eastman’s Auto Track Falcon II offers automatic traversing of the cutting head and an automatic lift feature.
Both features enhance cycle time and throughput in comparison to manually-operated models.
The remote control enables the operator to activate the Auto Track Falcon’s cutting cycle as soon as the operator is finished pulling the ply down the table.
  • Automatic traversing of the cutting head with an automatic lift feature to enhance cycle time and throughput compared to manual models
  • Compression pressure bar ensures a clean cut for both heavy and soft materials
  • Remote control enables the operator to activate the cutting cycle as soon as the operator is finished pulling the ply down the table
  • Alternative pneumatic head available for heavy-duty cycle environments where frequent starting / stopping is required
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 548FALHD5H HEAVY DUTY FALCON
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EASTMAN Heavy Duty Falcon® 548MODEL 548FALHD5H – Featuring Eastman’s Heavy-Duty 548 Cardinal® Round Knife, mounted on a skate and bearing system and inside a track, it is the ideal solution for difficult-to-cut materials or materials that generate debris when being processed.
Featuring Eastman’s Heavy-Duty 548 Cardinal Round Knife, mounted on a skate and bearing system and inside a track, it is the ideal solution for difficult to cut materials, or materials that generate debris when being processed. A fantastic solution for straight cuts of insulation!
It can be attached to any type of cutting table with an easy-to-use clamping bracket.
The Heavy Duty Falcon has a “Quick-lift” lifting device allowing for manual spreading and cutting of goods such as heavy woolens, canvas and most industrial fabrics.
  • The 548 Falcon has a cutting capacity of 1 inches (2.54cm).
  • Cutting of wide material with wide table options (up to 144in. wide / 3.66m wide), with a long handle option or a push/pull handle option for extremely wide cuts needing more than one operator
  • Combination of the Cardinal 548 round knife with a heavy duty ball bearing skate and rigid track system, excellent for applications where debris is generated
  • Features a “Quick-Lift” device for allowing manual spreading and cutting of goods like heavy woolens, canvas and most industrial fabrics, including composite materials
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 562FALHD75X HEAVY DUTY FALCON
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EASTMAN Heavy Duty Falcon® 562MODEL 562FALHD75X – Featuring Eastman’s Heavy-Duty 562 Cardinal Round Knife, mounted on a skate and bearing system and inside a track, has a cutting capacity of 2 inches (5.08cm); making it the industry’s most powerful and versatile cut-off machine.
Featuring Eastman’s Heavy-Duty 562 Cardinal Round Knife, mounted on a skate and bearing system and inside a track, it is the ideal solution for difficult to cut materials, or materials that generate debris when being processed. A fantastic solution for straight cuts of insulation!
It can be attached to any type of cutting table with an easy-to-use clamping bracket.
The Heavy Duty Falcon has a “Quick-lift” lifting device allowing for manual spreading and cutting of goods such as heavy woolens, canvas and most industrial fabrics.
The 562 Falcon has a cutting capacity of 2 inches (5.08cm).
Cutting of wide material with wide table options (up to 144in. wide / 3.66m wide), with a long handle option or a push/pull handle option for extremely wide cuts needing more than one operator
  • Combination of torque and blade speed enables more cutting power for thicker or dense materials
  • Large skate with spring loaded bearings to prevent any sway in the cutter during operation
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: 548FAL / 534FAL FALCON
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EASTMAN Falcon® 548 / 534MODEL 548FAL / 534FAL – Eastman equips Cardinal models 548 and 534 with a special baseplate and handle to work with the Falcon guide track.
Eastman equips Cardinal models 548 and 534 with a special baseplate and handle to work with the Falcon guide track.
The 534 Falcon is suited for light woolens, cotton, silk and synthetics, providing a .5 inch (1.27 cm) of cutting depth.
The 548 Falcon is the choice for woolens, canvas and outerwear materials featuring a cutting capacity of .5 in. – 1 in. (1.27cm – 2.54cm).
  • Utilizes the Eastman Cardinal Round Knife models with a special baseplate and handle
  • Offers increased cutting capacity
  • Higher torque motor for effortless operation
  • Cutting head moves easily across the track, reducing operator stress
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: FAL-A FALCON AIR
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EASTMAN Falcon® AirMODEL FAL-A – Eastman’s Falcon Air has superior balance and a specially designed Falcon track with air power to decrease heat build-up during cutting.
Eastman’s Falcon Air has superior balance and a specially designed Falcon track with air power to decrease heat build-up during cutting.
End cutters provide the means to increase speed, efficiency and accuracy in your end cutting operation.
The Falcon Air is perfect for end cutting fusible materials such as heavy rubber and plastic sheeting or for cutting in wet environments where electricity is not applicable.
  • Specially designed Falcon track with pneumatic powered cutting head to decrease heat build-up
  • Perfect for end cutting fusible materials such as reinforced vinyl and plastic sheeting
  • Equipped with a special 3.25 inch (8.25 cm) octagonal blade which creates a chopping action
EASTMAN MANUAL DRILLING MODEL: CD3 CLOTH DRILL
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EASTMAN Cloth DrillMODEL CD3 – The Eastman Cloth Drill marker can drill holes through numerous layers of fabric, indicating buttonholes, darts, pockets, and other attachment points.
The Eastman Cloth drill marker can drill holes through numerous layers of fabric, indicating buttonholes, darts, pockets, and other attachment points.
This is perfect for use on loosely knit, bulky, or quilted spreads, where a mark is needed, but where a burn mark would be unnecessary.
  • Drills holes through numerous layers of fabric to indicate buttonholes, darts or other markings
  • Perfect for use on loosely knit, bulky or quilted spreads where a mark is needed but a burn mark unnecessary
  • Telescoping drive shaft and powerful AC motor for dependability and durability
EASTMAN MANUAL DRILLING MODEL: CD3H HOT CLOTH DRILL
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EASTMAN Hot Cloth DrillMODEL CD3H – The Hot Cloth drill leaves identifiable marks on loosely woven, or knit fabrics, where an ordinary drill mark would not be detected.
The Hot Cloth drill leaves identifiable marks on loosely woven, or knit fabrics, where an ordinary drill mark would not be detected.
The cloth drill fuses tightly woven synthetic materials, throughout the lay, thereby eliminating distortion in the marker.
  • Drills holes through numerous layers of fabric to indicate buttonholes, darts or other markings
  • Leaves identifiable marks on loosely woven materials or knit fabrics where an ordinary drill mark would not be detected
  • Fuses tightly woven synthetic materials throughout the lay, thereby eliminating distortion in the marker
  • Variable heat setting
EASTMAN MODEL: HVN HOT NOTCHER
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EASTMAN Hot NotcherMODEL HVN – The Hot Notcher is a multi-purpose tool used for marking and temporarily fusing loosely woven fabrics which can ensure precise alignment for sewing accuracy.
The Hot Notcher is a multi-purpose tool used for marking and temporarily fusing loosely woven fabrics which can ensure precise alignment for sewing accuracy.
The spread is held securely together and can be moved to the cutting area without shifting.
The Hot Notcher marks a visible notch on materials instead of a slit notch which is not easily visible.
  • Multi-purpose tool used for marking and temporarily fusing loosely woven fabrics to ensure alignment for sewing accuracy
  • The spread is held securely together and can be moved to the cutting area without shifting
  • Marks a visible notch on materials instead of a slit notch which is not easily visible
EASTMAN MODEL: LTM THREADMARKER
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EASTMAN ThreadmarkerMODEL LTM – The Threadmarker is a dual-use machine that provides a substitute method of texshort-term marking when a permanent mark is not desired, and for bundling cut pieces.
The Threadmarker is a dual use machine that provides a substitute method of short-term marking when a permanent mark is not desired, and for bundling cut pieces.
Utilizing a needle, a thread is pulled through the material which allows the operator to determine where to place pleats, darts, buttons, or pockets.
The Threadmarker LTM can also be used to bundle continuous toweling or bundles of clothes by binding them with thread prior to washing.
  • Provides a substitute method of short-term marking when a permanent mark is not desired
  • Designed for bundling cut pieces
  • Utilizing a needle, a thread is pulled through the material which allows the operator to determine where to place pleats, darts, buttons or pockets
  • Ensures matched pairs by eliminating loose cut patterns of varying sizes
  • Secures toweling by preventing separation and tangling during the laundering process
  • Maximum marking capacity of 6 in. (15.2cm) with simple looper mechanism for ease of operation
EASTMAN MODEL: A-FRAME MANUAL FEEDER
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EASTMAN A-FrameThe A-Frame manual feeder is an economical solution for trouble-free spreading of different fabrics. The standard 78 inch wide model is fully portable with a total weight capacity of 2,000 lb (1000 lb/453.6kg per side).
The A-Frame manual feeder is an economical solution for trouble-free spreading of different fabrics. The standard 78 inch wide model is fully portable with a total weight capacity of 2,000 lbs. (1000 lbs/453.6kg per side).
  • Fully portable, allowing goods to be unrolled directly from the A-Frame to the cutting table
  • Maneuverable narrow design with 6 inch (15.2cm) rubber caster wheels
  • 1-5/16” rotating roll bars equipped with ball bearing brackets
  • Optional cones available
  • Optional core reducers available
  • Optional heavy-duty 6 roll model available
  • Optional heavy-duty 8 roll model available
EASTMAN MANUAL CUTTING MODEL: WE RAG CUTTER
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EASTMAN Rag CutterMODEL WE – Easily repurpose material to make rags, disposable wipes, and towels with the Rag Cutter.
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