Page 4 of TOOLS & MACHINERY 2008/09 by Axminster Power Tool Centre

4 01 1 www.axminster.co.uk/woodworking classification ratings for machinery general explanation of classification of ratings used in this catalogue the ratings are arrived at via a combination of factors i.e the circumstances the tool/machine will be used under by whom how often and who made the tool/machine price and serviceability are also considered you will also need to check that you have the sufficient power rating especially amperage to run larger machines as a general rule an induction motor up to 1500w2hp will run on a 13amp fixed domestic supply 1500-2200w2-3hp induction motors will need a 16 or 20amp fixed supply machinery with larger than 2200w3hp induction motors should be fitted by a competent person machines of 1100w1.5hp or above are not suitable for use with extension leads these ratings do not affect any statutory consumer rights n.b the description tool is used to include portable and fixed machines hobby lower power ratings and tool capacities lighter build specification used by a single person generally for light work occasional heavy work to the tool s limit used in the home garage workshop shed kept dry clean and well looked after not part of the tool complement for income generation very few if any continuous work periods expected maximum use of 100 hours annually as represented by the perform brand in this catalogue for example industrial continuously rated and of the highest power with a heavy duty robust construction expected to be used by larger-sized enterprises such as construction companies small to medium production facilities utility companies and general contractors intended for a variety of site or workshop duties usually one or the other rough handling during site work complete range of workshop duties with extended periods of heavy continuous work workshop equipment is expected to be maintained on a very regular basis to an acceptable standard considered an essential part of tool complement for income generation expect an annual use of 1500 hours light trade higher power heavier build specification could be used by 2-3 people usually within a small enterprise such as building or carpentry firm also ideal for the keen hobbyist or home user suitable for occasional site use such as second fix or kitchen fitting some rough handling expected but usually well looked after used up to the tool s limit with occasional continuous and heavy work periods considered part of the tool complement for income generation expected maximum use of 300 hours annually production machinery designed to be used continuously for serial production high power ratings with heavy-duty robust construction expected to be used in medium to large production facilities for extended periods of heavy continuous work including shift working fixed installations only and expected to be maintained regularly to a high standard considered an essential part of tool complement for income generation n.b some manufacturers reinforce the intended use for their equipment for example bosch power tools have green casings for diy tools and blue for industrial tools other manufacturers have their own classifications within their own literature the old adage of buying the best you can afford is often a good guideline but be sure to buy the right product for the job in hand for technical advice and information please contact our technical advice team on 08700 600388 or visit our showrooms in axminster and sittingbourne all weights and sizes quoted in this catalogue are approximate and for guidance only expect an annual use of 2000 hours trade continuously rated high power and heavy duty construction expected to be used by 6 people usually by medium-sized enterprises such as building companies carpentry workshops small production facilities schools and colleges intended for site and workshop use some rough handling during site work expected portable tools not always well looked after used up to the tool s limit with some large and heavy continuous work periods considered an essential part of the tool complement for income generation expected maximum use of 1000 hours annually special orders it has always been our desire to offer the best service possible to you the customer to meet this aim we are able to obtain for you additional items to those shown in the catalogue whether you require a set of spindle moulder knives produced to match a sample or a set of brushes for your drill these could be obtained for you as a special order please note that a charge of £4.25 vat per order is levied to cover postage and administration costs n.b please contact our technical sales dept for prices or further information on items required special orders are only available from our list of suppliers free delivery on orders over £50 uk mainland only orders under £50 p&p £4.95 order freephone 0800 371822

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