Abstract: A cutting machine includes a platform, two supporting elements, a guiding plate, a handle and a blade assembly. The supporting elements are supported on the platform. Each of the supporting elements includes a space. The guiding plate is inserted in the space of the first supporting element and includes a slot. The handle includes a pivoting plate and an axle. The pivoting plate is inserted in the space of the second supporting element, and includes a primary aperture and a secondary aperture. The axle is inserted in the primary aperture of the pivoting plate and an aperture of the second supporting element. The blade assembly includes a blade and two pins. The first pin is inserted in an aperture of the blade and movably inserted in the slot. The second pin is inserted in another aperture of the blade and the secondary aperture of the pivoting plate.

Abstract: A table saw has a base assembly, a table assembly supported by the base assembly, the table assembly, and a saw assembly supported by at least one of the table assembly and the base assembly. The saw assembly has a saw blade extending through the table assembly. The base assembly has at least one foot having a substantially horizontal surface, a substantially vertical surface, and a curved surface disposed between the substantially horizontal surface and the substantially vertical surface. The substantially vertical surface is substantially coplanar with a surface of the table assembly so that the table saw can be disposed on the substantially vertical surface and the surface of the table assembly.

Abstract: A fence with auxiliary positioning device for a saw machine adapted for installation on a worktable having a front portion and an opposite rear portion. The worktable has a plane for supporting a workpiece. The fence includes a base disposed on the rear portion and at least one auxiliary positioning device. The base includes at least one panel, and the panel has a first planar surface which extends toward the front portion and is perpendicular to the plane. The auxiliary positioning device includes a fixing member and a positioning post. The fixing member is disposed on the base and is parallely slidable relative to the first planar surface, and the positioning post is disposed on the fixing member. The positioning post is convertible relative to the panel between a collapsed position and an extended position having a second planar surface which is perpendicular to the first planar surface and the plane.

Abstract: A paper cutting machine contains a base, a holder, a connecting member, a driving member, a cutting member, and a protective cover covered on the holder. The base includes four first holes, a second hole, a first slot, and a second slot. The holder includes two first orifices, two second orifices, and a covering seat. The connecting member connects with a first bolt of the holder and includes a press bar, a reinforcement bar, and a handle. The driving member includes a first aperture, a seat, a recess, and a second aperture. The cutting member includes an inserting piece and a cutout and is placed into the recess and is fixed by screwing the positioning rod into the cutout. The first bolt has two torsion springs, one end of each torsion spring abuts against the press bar, another end of the each torsion spring pushes against the second bolt.

Abstract: A paper cutting machine contains a base, a holder, a connecting member, a driving member, a cutting member, and a protective cover covered on the holder. The base includes four first holes, a second hole, a first slot, and a second slot. The holder includes two first orifices, two second orifices, and a covering seat. The connecting member connects with a first bolt of the holder and includes a press bar, a reinforcement bar, and a handle. The driving member includes a first aperture, a seat, a recess, and a second aperture. The cutting member includes an inserting piece and a cutout and is placed into the recess and is fixed by screwing the positioning rod into the cutout. The first bolt has two torsion springs, one end of each torsion spring abuts against the press bar, another end of the each torsion spring pushes against the second bolt.

Abstract: A cutting apparatus comprises a frame assembly which includes a support surface and a first cutting blade. The cutting apparatus also comprises a cutting arm assembly which is rotatably attached to the frame assembly and includes a second cutting blade. The cutting apparatus also comprises an alignment mechanism secured to the frame assembly and the cutting arm assembly.

Abstract: A miter saw includes a base, a turntable rotatable in relation to the base and including a work piece support surface, a support assembly attached to the turntable, and a saw assembly attached to the support assembly and configured to cut a work piece supported on the turntable. A fence assembly includes an elongate fence body that extends along a first axis. The elongate fence body is supported by the base and positioned over the turntable. The fence body has a first connecting structure, and a fence insert defining an elongate work piece abutment surface and having a second connecting structure. The fence assembly is positionable in a first configuration and a second configuration. In the first configuration, the second connecting structure cooperates with the first connecting structure to secure the fence insert at a first position in relation to the fence body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portable apparatus for cutting tiles (5) or the like. The cutting apparatus comprises a housing part (20), inside which there is fitted a carriage part (6), which is arranged to be moved in a power-driven manner by a motor means (11) provided in the housing part. A replaceable cutting blade (2) is fixed to the carriage part for moving with it along a linear path. In the housing part (20) there is formed a receiving opening (30), through which the tile (5) or the like to be cut can be manually introduced into the cutting apparatus. In connection with the receiving opening there is provided an adjustable stopper means (1) which can be adjusted in such a way that the tile (5) or the like to be placed against it is positioned at the desired cutting point with respect to the path of the blade (2).

Abstract: A supplemental frame and adjustable edge stop assembly are mounted to a front lower edge of a panel saw. A first quick release mount on the supplemental frame cooperates with a second quick release mount on the edge stop assembly to enable quick interchange of assemblies. One form of edge stop assembly includes a movable panel for movement as a unit of multiple edge stops into and out of operative position. A mounting plate for a cutting tool has workpiece rise limiters for pressing the workpiece against the panel saw face. Adjustable hold-downs engage a top edge of the workpiece to hold it down against support rollers. The edge stops, rise limiters and hold-downs form a pocket supporting the workpiece along three mutually perpendicular axes. A stand-off panel removably positioned on a front face of the panel saw supports thin workpieces closer to the cutting tool.

Abstract: A mitre saw (1) has a base (2) adapted to support a screwless workpiece clamp (12), with clamping force being adjustable, under the manual control of the operative. The underside of the base (2) is provided with formations for the attachment of legs (15). A satellite stand (17) is detachable from the base (2) and locatable by the user at a selected distance from the base (2) suitable for supporting an end of a workpiece (13) to be cut. An end stop (21) is slidably attached to the base (2) and has a rapid coarse positional adjustment feature (23), and also a fine positional adjustment feature (24). The mitre saw (1) has a support assembly (4) attachable to the base unit (2) by a hand-operable, tool free connection; and a saw assembly including an electric drive motor, which saw assembly is attachable to the saw support assembly (4) by a hand-operable, tool free connection.

Abstract: A pipe cutting apparatus having a frame and first and second pipe support arms. The pipe support arms are pivotally attached to the frame. First and second pipe support members on the first and second arms together with a third pipe support member securely grip the pipe at substantially equally circumferentially spaced locations. A camming member is used to place the first and second pipe support arms in predefined locations for holding differently sized pipes. An linkage assembly causes the third pipe support member to biasingly engage the pipe. A two-part tool shield is provided together with a depth adjusting assembly for facilitating the cutting and beveling of the pipe. A power transmission assembly transfers power from a motor on the frame to a tool located on a pivoting arm. The frame may be manufactured using an adhesive filler material for enhancing the rigidity, strength and accuracy of the components.

Abstract: Gauge system, including methods and apparatus, for positioning workpieces to be processed. In some embodiments, the gauge system may have a plurality of stops for positioning the end of a workpiece at distinct distances from a processing station. In some embodiments, the plurality of stops may be arrayed along a rail assembly having an adjustable length.

Abstract: A rip fence for a table saw including a front rail and a rear rail. The rip fence includes a front clamping mechanism having a locking tip positioned adjacent to the front rail, a pivotable activation plate and a handle. A rear clamping mechanism is positioned adjacent to the rear rail, and the activation plate is coupled to the rear clamping mechanism where the handle is movable between a release position and a locking position. The activation plate includes a rolling member movable between an upper end and a lower end of the activation plate, wherein when the handle is moved from the release position to the locking position, the rolling member moves from the upper end to the lower end of the activation plate, causing the activation plate to move the rear clamping mechanism into engagement with the rear rail.

Abstract: A guide fence assembly for use with a work table of a table-based device, where the assembly includes an elongated fence body that extends in a longitudinal direction between front and rear ends thereof, and a front glide member that is attached to the elongated fence body. The front glide member is configured and arranged to glide along a front rail of the table-based device. Preferably, there is at least one magnetic element attached to the elongated fence body at a position between the front glide member and the front end of the elongated fence body. The at least one magnetic element is configured and arranged to apply a magnetic attraction force directed in the longitudinal direction toward the rear end of the elongated fence body. Preferably, there is also a locking mechanism for locking the guide fence assembly into a locked position with respect to the work table.

Abstract: A power saw includes a saw assembly attached to a base assembly with an offset support that provides a clear path in line with the saw blade, thereby providing a miter saw, a table saw or a radial arm saw The height of the offset support is adjustable to make dado cuts, and a tilt mechanism is mounted at the top of the offset support to provide an “apparent” tilt axis near the top surface of the turntable, thereby eliminating an axle near the turntable top surface. A first fence used for miter cuts may be moved or removed during table cut operations. Alternatively, a reversible fence may be used for miter cuts when configured and affixed to the base assembly in a first position, and may be used for table or radial cuts when configured and affixed to the base assembly in a second position.

Abstract: A dust collecting device for collecting cutting chips into a dust collecting container is provided. A back-flow preventing wall(s) is fixedly disposed on a flow path member defining a flow path between a machining apparatus and the dust collecting container. The back-flow preventing wall(s) is configured to decrease a cross sectional area of a flow path part defined by the flow path member in a downstream direction with respect to the flow of the air containing the cutting chips toward the dust collecting container.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a miter saw, including a base, a work table, a saw unit pivotally mounted on the base, and fence assembly connected to the base. The fence assembly is directly removably mounted on the base so as not to cause space between the two fences, thus promoting cutting precision and making simple structures at a lower cost. The fences having different heights are interchangeably used, which increases inclined cutting angles.

Abstract: A method of severing a band (11) which encloses a blank stack (10), wherein the band (11), preferably in the region of a band station (19), is severed by a cutting means, in particular a knife (23), and is then removed from the blank stack (10). According to the invention, it is provided that the blank stack (10) is pushed together such that the band (11) is spaced apart from the blank stack (10), at least in certain regions, and that the band (11) is then severed in the spaced-apart region by the cutting means. The invention also relates to a corresponding apparatus for implementing the method.

Abstract: A universal machinery fence system includes an L-shaped fence or a box shaped fence and clamp block which clamps to a rail extrusion with a half dovetail on the front on the edge of a table saw, band saw, shaper, router table, mortiser, or other woodworking or metal working machines. A U-shaped front rail is provided for attaching the fence to the cast iron table of a table saw, shaper, or band saw. The band saw fence U-shaped rail is predrilled to fit the table fence mounting holes of the most popular 14? band saws. Optional extruded front rails are also provided for attaching the fence to shop made 0.750? tables such as used on a drill press. Also provided is a fence rail extrusion for mounting the fence on the front and back of the popular 1.125? size router table. An optional extruded front rail which is adjustable in height is also provided for attaching the fence to shop made tables between 0.750? and 1.5? in thickness.

Abstract: A tile cutter which has increased cutting capability and with good portability at the same time, comprises a support frame, a saw unit mounted on the support frame, at least one rail and a worktable assembly. The at least one rail is fixed on the support frame and comprises a longitudinal axis. The worktable assembly comprises at least a first worktable and a second worktable, support surfaces of which are in the same plane. The second worktable is slidably installed on the first rail and the first worktable is installed on the second worktable.

Abstract: A kerf making machine includes a table. A slide assembly comprises first, second, and third slides. The first slide has a first stop and a first abutment on the end thereof. The second slide has a second stop oppositely positioned to the first stop. The third slide has a third abutment on the end thereof and is positioned relative to the first abutment a distance that is the exact distance of the desired distance. The slide assembly is reversed from its one side to its other side wherein the first slide, the second slide, and the third slide are positioned on the table.

Abstract: A dissection apparatus is disclosed. The dissection apparatus includes a supporting mechanism, a holder, a driving element rotating the holder, a cam fixed to the supporting mechanism, a first sliding element, a second sliding element, a dissecting device disposed on the first sliding element, an aspirating device disposed on the second sliding element. When the holder rotates to move the dissecting device from a first idle position to an operating position, the first sliding element is lowered by the guide of the cam enabling the aspirating device to move from the operating position to a second idle position. When the holder rotates to move the aspirating device from the second idle position to the operating position, the guide of the cam lowers the second sliding element, thus, allowing the dissecting device is able to move from the operating position to the first idle position.

Abstract: In a cutting machine for cutting down venetian blinds a headrail cutter and a bottom rail cutter are provided which move along a horizontal axis. After the headrail and bottom rail are trimmed a slat cutter moves in a vertical axis, up or down to cut the slats. The cutting machine enables one to cut down a venetian blind while the opposite end of the blind remains in the packing box. Preferably, a spacer or collar is provided on the blind prior to packaging so that the headrail, window covering material and bottom rail will be spaced apart from one another a desired amount. That spacing should be the same spacing as the openings in the cutting machine so that when one end of the blind is removed from the package that end of the blind can be readily inserted into the cutting mechanism.

Abstract: A guide fence assembly for use with a work table of a table-based device, where the assembly includes an elongated fence body that extends in a longitudinal direction between front and rear ends thereof, and a front glide member that is attached to the elongated fence body. The front glide member is configured and arranged to glide along a front rail of the table-based device. Preferably, there is at least one magnetic element attached to the elongated fence body at a position between the front glide member and the front end of the elongated fence body. The at least one magnetic element is configured and arranged to apply a magnetic attraction force directed in the longitudinal direction toward the rear end of the elongated fence body. Preferably, there is also a locking mechanism for locking the guide fence assembly into a locked position with respect to the work table.

Abstract: A food slicer is provided having a support member including a base portion and an upstanding portion integrally formed with the base portion. The upstanding portion includes a rotating cutting blade secured thereto for slicing food product and at least one motor positioned within the upstanding portion for rotating the cutting blade. The base portion includes a food product table slidably secured thereto and is movable across the cutting blade for holding product while it is being sliced by the cutting blade. An adjustable gage plate also is provided for determining the thickness of a food product to be sliced by the cutting blade along with an adjustable gage plate alignment mechanism connecting the upstanding portion to the gage plate at an upper portion of the gage plate.

Abstract: A miter saw including a base, a table rotatably attached to the base, a saw assembly movable between a front position and a rear position, and a fence assembly attached to the base, the fence assembly including a fixed fence fixedly attached to the base, a movable fence movably connected to the fixed fence, the movable fence defining a first support plane, and an auxiliary fence disposed behind at least one of the fixed fence and the movable fence, the auxiliary fence defining a second support plane substantially parallel to the first support plane.

Abstract: A woodworking machinery jig and fixture system has a stop with a half-dovetail surface and can be provided with one or more T-slots. The half-dovetail surface can be clamped against a half-dovetail surface on the support, or against a flat surface. In one of the stops, the base has multiple through holes, any one of which can be used to mount a flip stop arm so as to vary the height of the arm or use a zero clearance fence.

Abstract: A method and machine for cutting woven wood blinds is disclosed. The disclosed machine can include a cutting mechanism, a support surface adjacent at least one opening in the cutting mechanism housing, a spring loaded clamp which engages the woven wood blind to hold the blind securely for cutting without damaging the blind. The clamp is preferably operated by a hand screw. An indicator such as a collar attached to the hand screw is provided to tell the user when the clamp is positioned to provide the desired pressure. The disclosed method can include positioning a window covering into a cutting machine, positioning a first cutting support member on the window covering, moving a clamp to engage the first cutting support member and cutting the window covering.

Abstract: Apparatus for use with a trimmer to produce a plurality of books having different trim sizes are described. In a described example, a trimmer for use with a bindery system includes a cutting surface and a first movable backstop adjacent the cutting surface to be engaged by a first book. Additionally, the trimmer includes a second movable backstop adjacent the cutting surface and spaced from the first movable backstop. The second movable backstop is to be engaged by a second book. Further, the trimmer includes a cutter movable relative to the cutting surface to cut a face of the first book to form a book having a first size and to cut a face of the second book to form a book having a second size different than the first size.

Abstract: A crown molding cutting aid apparatus includes a panel that has a top side, a bottom side, a front edge, a back edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. The panel has a slot therein extending into the back edge. The back edge has a first notch and a second notch extending therein. The first and second notches are positioned on opposite sides of the slot. The notches are each angled away from the slot. The panel has a plurality of elongated apertures extending therethrough. Each of a plurality of fasteners is removably positionable through one of the apertures and into a table of a miter saw so that the panel is releasably secured to the table.

Abstract: A work bench for cutting a tube comprises a support structure (2) for supporting the tube, a holder assembly (12) for holding the tube and a tool assembly (5) for cutting the tube (34). The tool assembly (5) comprises a cutting tool (8) which is restrained to move only in a plane perpendicular to a longitudinal direction of the tube (34), and that the holder assembly (12) comprises an abutment (16, 19) for an end of the tube (34). The abutment is movable in relation to the cutting tool (8) for setting a desired length of the tube (34) to be cut, and fixable to fix the position of the end of the tube (34) in relation to the cutting tool (8). A method for cutting a tube is also disclosed.

Abstract: A sizing center for sizing different styles of window coverings includes at least two sizing mechanisms disposed on the sizing center in which each sizing mechanism is adapted to size a different style of window covering. The sizing center includes a squaring block for orienting a window covering on the sizing center. The squaring block includes a first side and a second side. A cutout for receiving a plurality of slats of a window covering is located in a top surface of the squaring block, the cutout extends from the first side of the squaring block to the second side of the squaring block.

Abstract: An adjustable accessory fence for a miter saw includes a generally rectangular, elongated arm having a front surface, an opposing rear surface, a stop extending from the rear surface, a tapered end, an opening extending between the front and rear surfaces, and a plurality of threads disposed within the opening. A threaded set screw engages the threads of the arm and adjustably projects from the rear surface of the arm. The arm is detachably coupled to a cutting fence of the miter saw. The arm pivots about the stop when the set screw is adjusted to project from the rear surface of the arm and contact the cutting fence, the front surface of the arm providing a cutting guide having an adjustable angular relationship with respect to the cutting fence, said angular relationship being established by the projecting position of the set screw.

Abstract: A pipe cutting apparatus having a frame and first and second pipe support arms. The pipe support arms are pivotally attached to the frame. First and second pipe support members on the first and second arms together with a third pipe support member securely grip the pipe at substantially equally circumferentially spaced locations. A camming member is used to place the first and second pipe support arms in predefined locations for holding differently sized pipes. An linkage assembly causes the third pipe support member to biasingly engage the pipe. A two-part tool shield is provided together with a depth adjusting assembly for facilitating the cutting and beveling of the pipe. A power transmission assembly transfers power from a motor on the frame to a tool located on a pivoting arm. The frame may be manufactured using an adhesive filler material for enhancing the rigidity, strength and accuracy of the components.

Abstract: A machine includes a table (2) on which a sheet bundle (3) is placed, a cutting blade (4) cutting four sides of the sheet bundle, a blade receiving plate (5) arranged on the table, a positioning block (6) arranged on the table in parallel to the blade receiving plate for slide movement in directions toward and away from the blade receiving plate, an operation data storage section (15) storing data of a order of cutting of sides of the sheet bundle, data of a distance between a cutting line of the positioning block and the sheet bundle for each cutting operation accordance with the order of cutting, and data of both a direction and an angle of rotation of the sheet bundle for each cutting operation, and an indication section (16) indicating the order of cutting.

Abstract: A workpiece support attachment for power saws and similar materials cutting devices including a workpiece support having a measuring guide having movable stops capable of abutting a workpiece and maintaining a workpiece, or a number of workpieces, in a desired position for cutting with the power saw.

Abstract: The invention relates to a reed cutter device (1) for cutting the reeds (5) of wind instruments, in which the body of the reed (5) is held on a bed (3) and the end (7) of the reed is able to be cut by the die (45) and punch (47) cutting assembly (9) for cutting to a suitable profile, comprising a device (11) for centering the reed (5) relative to said die and punch cutting assembly (9), provided with a means (19, 35) for advancing the reed longitudinally and with a means (19, 33) for adjusting the transverse position of the end (7) of the reed (5) on said bed (3), and the cutting assembly (9) comprises a punch (47) mounted movably relative to a fixed die (45) mounted on the bed (3), the punch (47), which is mounted on an actuating plunger (13), being able to slide on an axis perpendicular to the plane of the reed (5) or to the plane of the bed (3).

Abstract: A food product slicer includes a base and a knife mounted for rotation relative to the base. A carriage assembly is mounted to the base for reciprocal movement back and forth past a cutting edge of the knife. The carriage assembly includes a home position forward of the knife and has a tray arm removably mounted to a carriage arm. An adjustable gauge plate is mounted for movement between a closed position that prevents slicing and multiple open positions that permit slicing at respective thicknesses. An interlock arrangement prevents removal of the tray arm from the carriage arm unless the carriage assembly is in the home position and the gauge plate is in the closed position. The interlock arrangement includes a key member rotatably mounted to the tray arm. A key slot may be located on the carriage arm for receiving an end of the key member.

Abstract: A cutting machine for trimming window coverings and window covering components is disclosed that includes a stand, a cutting mechanism adjacent the stand and a work piece positioning mechanism which enables the cutting machine trim valance components. The cutting mechanism has one or more blades configured to move along a cutting path to cut a work piece. The work piece positioning mechanism is moveable from a first position to a second position and is sized and configured to hold at least one valance component or other work piece at an acute angle relative to the cutting path when the work piece positioning mechanism is in the second position.

Abstract: A table saw includes two guide bars movable along two opposite sides of a worktable to carry a table extension, and a locking mechanism for locking the guide bars in position. The locking mechanism includes a handle pivoted to a coupling block at the bottom side of the worktable, two eccentric members reversely mounted in the handle, and two links respectively coupled between the eccentric members and the guide bars and movable with the handle to force a respective stop block against or to release the respective stop block from the guide bars to further lock or unlock the guide bars and the table extension.

Abstract: An improved drywall corner bead cutting device includes a cutting device base and at least one cutting blade assembly mounted on the cutting device base. The cutting blade assembly includes a corner bead support structure having a corner bead support wall operative to engage the upper wall of a drywall corner bead having a nose and wing sections. A corner bead support structure cutting blade is mounted on the corner bead support structure generally diagonally aligned relative to the corner bead support wall. A pivotably mounted cutting arm includes a cutting blade, the cutting blade positioned adjacent to and parallel with the corner bead support structure cutting blade.

Abstract: A cutting guide having a component defining a first plane positionable substantially parallel to a working table of a cutting tool and a second plane, the second plane forming a predetermined angle inferior to 90 degrees relative to the first plane so as to receive at least in part a piece to cut and orienting the same according to a predetermined inclined plane. The cutting guide also includes an adapter allowing for modification of the predetermined angle, the adapter being releasably mountable to the component so that one of the faces of the adapter defines a new inclined plane.

Abstract: A table saw includes a stationary table, a movable table linearly movable relative to the stationary table, a rip fence movable relative to the stationary table and the movable table, and a scale device mounted between the stationary table and the movable table and including a tape measure secured on the movable table to move therewith and having a retractable tape having a distal end secured on the stationary table. Thus, when the movable table is pulled outward from the stationary table to fit a wooden workpiece having a longer cutting length, the user can read the values of the retractable tape of the tape measure of the scale device so as to obtain the cutting length of the wooden workpiece directly.

Abstract: A vertical curtain cutter includes at least a base and a mold cutting device fixed on the base, which consists of a clamper, a knife and a motor. The clamper has a stationary clamp block and a movable clamp block, and the stationary clamp block has a flat clamp surface at one side and a curved clamp surface at other side. As a result, the movable clamp block and the stationary clamp block can clamp between them the rolled curtain cloth or folded-up curtain cloth. The cloth is vertically inserted by reversing the flat surface and the curved surface of the stationary clamp block. The motor can drive the knife to shift towards the curtain cloth and cut it, so that the cutter is able to cut either rolled or folded-up curtain cloth into multiple curtain pieces.

Abstract: A rip fence for movable and positionable use on a worktable of a cutting machine includes an adjusting handle for control locking of the fence to the worktable, and a trigger, which keeps the fence locked to the worktable when it is not pressed and, which enables the user to unlock the fence from the worktable by operating the adjusting handle when it is pressed.

Abstract: Apparatus for automatically trimming and cutting images on support sheets, which comprises two cutting devices (1, 2) arranged upstream and downstream, respectively, a conveying device (3) which is suitable for conveying to the second cutting device (2) the sheet portions cut by the first cutting device (1) and comprises one or more conveyor belts (12) tight between a pair of rollers (13), at least one being mechanically connected to a motor (14), a plurality of sensors (16, 17, 18) suitable for detecting the presence of a sheet portion on the conveyor belts (12), as well as one or more conveying rollers (25) suitable for taking a sheet portion placed on the conveyor belts (12) and conveying it to the second cutting device (2).

Abstract: A linkage device for coupling a linear positioning apparatus to a machine includes a pair of coupling mechanisms formed of plural plate members in various configurations.

Abstract: A paper abutted ruler is provided which can easily be moved on the surface of a surface plate and can simply and accurately be positioned in place. The paper abutted ruler is constructed such that magnet bases rotatably supported at their one ends to a bottom portion of a ruler body and having magnets affixed to lower surfaces of the magnet bases are disposed in the ruler body at opposite-side positions spaced in the ruler longitudinal direction, and the magnet bases are rotated in a direction to tilt upward in interlock with depression of an attraction release button disposed nearly at the center of the ruler body. By depressing the attraction release button to rotate the magnet bases in the direction to tilt upward, the magnet bases are held in a state forming a predetermined angle relative to the surface of the surface plate.

Abstract: An improved table having improvements related to stock support, such as a rip fence stock support, as well as a lateral-table support system; features of laterally-slideable front and back rip fence guide rails, including an improved front rail configuration, an improved rear rail configuration, and an especially-configured front and back rail combination, including a rail configuration having cross-sectional aspects configured for use as both the front and rear rail, each instance of improved rail configuration providing the basis for an improved rip-fence locking system; improved sliding-rail lock shoes, including lock shoes that comprise an improved cross section for sliding in T-track, as well as lock and support shoes having a particular raised rib, also for improved sliding in a laterally-adjustable rail system, and a system wherein of one two rail shoes per rail, a rail-locking support shoe, is configured for biasing, and wherein the other shoe for each rail, a rail supporting shoe, remains fixed; fron

Abstract: A saw including a base, a trunnion pivotally attached to the base, a pivot arm pivotally attached to the trunnion, a saw assembly supported by the pivot arm, the saw assembly including a motor, a blade driven by the motor, an upper blade guard for covering an upper part of the blade, and at least one of a lower blade guard pivotally attached to the upper blade guard for covering a lower part of the blade and a rear blade guard attached to the upper blade guard, and a fence assembly comprising a fixed fence attached to the base, and a movable fence movably attached to the fixed fence, wherein the movable fence has a stepped portion for limiting lateral movement of the at least one of the lower blade guard and the rear blade guard.