Pipe Cutting Saws – Horizontal, Vertical & Star Saws

High-Precision Cutting Systems for Plastic Pipes and Profiles from 12 to 2500 mm

EXTRUTEX manufactures advanced pipe and profile cutting saws designed for modern plastic extrusion lines. Our cutting systems are engineered for continuous production of thermoplastic pipes and profiles, covering pipe diameters from 12 mm up to 2500 mm.

The EXTRUTEX saw range includes horizontal saws, vertical saws and star saws, with specially designed clamps and cutting mechanisms for different pipe materials, diameters, wall thicknesses and production speeds.

The cutting system can be configured according to the complete extrusion line and the customer’s technical requirements. Depending on the application, EXTRUTEX can supply straight cutting or controlled diagonal cutting, pneumatic feeding systems, enclosed saw hoods, chip and dust extraction, automatic clamping and synchronized movement.

Our cutting machines are designed for applications involving PE, HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE, PP, PPR, PERT, PEX, PVC, UPVC, CPVC, OPVC and other thermoplastic materials, as well as a wide range of extruded plastic profiles.

EXTRUTEX combines robust mechanical construction with industrial electrical and automation components from internationally recognized manufacturers, including ABB, Siemens and selected German and Austrian components, depending on the machine configuration and project requirements.

EXTRUTEX Pipe Cutting Saw Range

EXTRUTEX provides three main cutting concepts:

The correct saw configuration depends on:

• Pipe material

• Pipe outside diameter

• Wall thickness

• Production speed

• Required cutting length

• Straight or diagonal cutting

• Cutting frequency

• Pipe stiffness

• Extrusion line configuration

• Downstream equipment layout

1. Horizontal Pipe Cutting Saws

EXTRUTEX horizontal cutting saws are designed for continuous extrusion lines where the cutting unit travels together with the moving pipe during the cutting operation.

The machine uses a specially engineered clamping system to securely hold the pipe while maintaining synchronized movement with the extrusion line.

Horizontal saws can be configured for both straight and diagonal cutting, depending on the pipe specification and required application.

Main Features

• Heavy-duty steel frame

• Specially designed pipe clamps

• Automatic clamping

• Synchronized travelling system

• High-speed saw blade

• Pneumatic or servo-assisted movement

• Enclosed cutting hood

• Chip collection system

• Dust extraction connection

• Automatic return after cutting

• PLC-controlled operation

• Adjustable cutting frequency

• Adjustable cutting length

• Suitable for thin- and thick-wall pipes

The enclosed saw hood helps contain cutting particles and prevents chips from spreading around the extrusion line.

This is particularly important in modern production environments where cleanliness around the extruder and downstream equipment is required.

2. Vertical Pipe Cutting Saws

Vertical saws use a vertical cutting arrangement and are particularly suitable for applications where the machine layout, pipe diameter or downstream configuration makes vertical cutting advantageous.

The cutting head and clamping system are engineered to provide stable pipe positioning during cutting.

Vertical Saw Advantages

• Stable pipe clamping

• High cutting accuracy

• Reduced material movement

• Enclosed cutting area

• Dust and chip collection

• Suitable for large pipe diameters

• Straight or diagonal cutting options

• Pneumatic feeding options

• Automatic synchronization with haul-off speed

• PLC-controlled operation

Vertical saw systems can be integrated with extrusion lines producing both standard pressure pipes and specialized industrial pipes.

3. Star Saws for Thick-Wall Pipes

The EXTRUTEX Star Saw is designed for demanding applications, particularly for pipes with very thick walls and large outside diameters.

Unlike conventional cutting systems, the star-type cutting arrangement provides a robust cutting mechanism capable of handling high material cross-sections.

One important additional advantage is the ability to perform diagonal cutting when required.

Star saws are therefore suitable for heavy-duty pipe extrusion applications where conventional cutting arrangements may not provide sufficient cutting capacity or mechanical rigidity.

Star Saw Applications

• Large-diameter HDPE pipes

• Thick-wall PE pipes

• Industrial pipes

• Pressure pipes

• Large-diameter PP pipes

• Heavy-wall PVC pipes

• Special-purpose plastic pipes

• Large-diameter thermoplastic pipes

• Pipes requiring diagonal cuts

Heavy-Duty Frame Construction

Large-diameter pipe cutting requires significantly higher mechanical stability than conventional small-pipe applications.

EXTRUTEX heavy-duty saws therefore use a reinforced machine frame designed to withstand:

• High pipe weight

• Large cutting forces

• Continuous production

• High-frequency cutting cycles

• Large-diameter pipe movement

• Thick-wall material resistance

• Repeated clamping forces

The frame, guide system and cutting mechanism are selected according to the pipe diameter and wall thickness.

For very large pipe applications up to 2500 mm, the machine structure can be engineered specifically according to the production line layout.

Specially Designed Pipe Clamping Systems

The clamping system is one of the most important components of a pipe cutting machine.

An unsuitable clamp can deform the pipe, damage the surface or create inaccurate cuts.

EXTRUTEX develops customized clamping systems according to the pipe diameter, material and wall thickness.

The clamp design can accommodate different pipe geometries and production requirements.

Clamping System Features

• Automatic pneumatic clamping

• Adjustable clamping force

• Special pipe-contact surfaces

• Large-diameter configurations

• Protection against pipe deformation

• Fast opening and closing

• Synchronized operation with the cutting cycle

For thin-wall pipes, the clamping pressure can be carefully controlled to avoid excessive deformation.

For thick-wall and large-diameter pipes, the system can provide substantially higher mechanical holding force.

Straight and Diagonal Cutting

EXTRUTEX cutting systems can be configured for either straight cutting or diagonal cutting.

Straight cutting is commonly used for standard pipe production, while diagonal cutting may be required for:

• Special pipe connections

• Certain installation applications

• Specific socket or fitting requirements

• Engineering projects

• Special-purpose profiles

• Customized pipe lengths

The diagonal cutting angle and cutting movement are determined according to the customer’s pipe specification and production requirements.

The machine can synchronize its travelling movement with the extrusion line to maintain a consistent cut.

Cutting Thin-Wall to Thick-Wall Pipes

One of the key advantages of the EXTRUTEX saw range is its ability to cover a very wide range of pipe specifications.

The same basic cutting technology can be engineered for both thin-wall and heavy-wall products, with the mechanical configuration adapted to the application.

Pneumatic Feeding and Saw Movement

Depending on the machine configuration, EXTRUTEX saw systems can use pneumatic systems for feeding, clamping and saw movement.

Pneumatic systems offer fast response and robust operation in industrial extrusion environments.

The pneumatic system can be integrated with the machine PLC to coordinate:

1. Pipe positioning

2. Clamping

3. Saw movement

4. Cutting

5. Blade return

6. Clamp release

7. Saw return

8. Next cutting cycle

For specific high-performance applications, alternative servo or electrically controlled movement systems can also be considered.

Saw Hood and Cutting Enclosure

EXTRUTEX horizontal and vertical saws can be equipped with an enclosed cutting hood.

The hood provides several important functions:

• Contains cutting chips

• Reduces airborne particles

• Improves operator safety

• Reduces noise propagation

• Connects to dust extraction

• Keeps the extrusion line cleaner

• Provides controlled access to the cutting area

The enclosed design is particularly useful for production environments where cleanliness and operator safety are important.

Dust and Chip Extraction

Cutting plastic pipe generates chips and fine particles.

EXTRUTEX cutting systems can therefore be equipped with a dedicated dust and chip extraction system.

The extraction arrangement can collect cutting particles directly from the saw enclosure.

This reduces the amount of dust deposited around the extrusion line and helps maintain a cleaner production environment.

Extraction System

Collected plastic chips can also be directed toward a recycling system when required.

Low Noise Cutting Operation

EXTRUTEX pays particular attention to machine construction and cutting enclosure design to minimize unnecessary noise.

Noise reduction can be achieved through:

• Enclosed saw housing

• Proper blade selection

• Rigid machine construction

• Balanced rotating components

• Controlled cutting speed

• Optimized clamping

• Vibration-resistant frame construction

Actual sound pressure levels depend on pipe material, diameter, wall thickness, blade specification, cutting speed and factory conditions.

Industrial Automation

EXTRUTEX cutting saws can be integrated into fully automatic extrusion lines.

The cutting system communicates with the extrusion line PLC and downstream equipment to synchronize:

• Extruder speed

• Haul-off speed

• Cutting length

• Pipe movement

• Saw travelling speed

• Clamping

• Cutting cycle

• Product counting

• Production monitoring

The control system can be configured according to the customer’s automation requirements.

Industrial electrical and automation components can include Siemens and ABB, together with selected German and Austrian components.

Electrical and Automation Components

Depending on project requirements, EXTRUTEX can configure the cutting machine using internationally recognized industrial components.

The exact component brand and model are selected according to machine size, application, local electrical standards and customer requirements.

Technical Specifications

Recommended Machine Selection

The final saw configuration should not be selected only according to pipe diameter.

EXTRUTEX evaluates the complete extrusion application.

The following information is normally required:

1. Pipe Type

For example:

• PE pressure pipe

• HDPE water pipe

• PPR pipe

• PEX pipe

• PVC pressure pipe

• UPVC pipe

• CPVC pipe

• Industrial pipe

• Special profile

2. Outside Diameter

The complete diameter range is required, for example:

20–63 mm

63–160 mm

160–315 mm

315–630 mm

630–1200 mm

or larger configurations up to 2500 mm.

3. Wall Thickness

Wall thickness has a direct influence on the required cutting power, blade selection and machine structure.

4. Production Speed

The maximum extrusion line speed must be considered when determining the saw travelling and cutting cycle.

5. Cutting Length

The customer should specify the required finished pipe length.

6. Cutting Frequency

Cutting frequency determines the required cycle time and machine movement speed.

7. Cutting Type

The customer should specify:

• Straight cut

• Diagonal cut

• Both straight and diagonal

Typical Application Configuration

EXTRUTEX Engineering and Customization

Every extrusion line has different requirements.

For this reason, EXTRUTEX does not limit its saw systems to a single standard configuration.

Our engineering team can design the cutting system according to:

• Extruder capacity

• Haul-off speed

• Pipe diameter

• Wall thickness

• Pipe material

• Production length

• Factory layout

• Electrical standards

• Automation architecture

• Dust extraction requirements

• Operator requirements

• Packaging and downstream equipment

The result is a cutting system designed as an integral part of the extrusion line rather than as an independent machine.

Integrated Downstream Equipment

EXTRUTEX cutting saws can be supplied as part of complete downstream equipment for plastic pipe extrusion.

A typical line can include:

Extruder → Die Head → Vacuum Calibration → Cooling Tanks → Haul-Off → Saw → Chip/Dust Extraction → Pipe Stacker

Depending on the application, additional equipment can include:

• Laser or ink printer

• Automatic length measuring

• Pipe counting

• Stacker

• Tilting table

• Belling machine

• Socketing equipment

• Chamfering

• Automatic packaging

• Pipe bundling

• Recycling system

This allows EXTRUTEX to supply a coordinated downstream solution rather than only an individual cutting machine.

Why Choose EXTRUTEX Pipe Cutting Saws?

Wide Diameter Range

From 12 mm to 2500 mm, EXTRUTEX provides cutting solutions for small, medium, large and very large plastic pipes.

Three Cutting Technologies

Horizontal, vertical and star saw configurations allow the machine to be selected according to the application.

Heavy-Duty Engineering

Reinforced frames and customized clamping systems are available for large-diameter and thick-wall pipes.

Diagonal Cutting

Selected configurations can provide controlled diagonal cutting for specialized pipe applications.

Cleaner Production

Enclosed saw hoods combined with extraction systems help reduce chips and dust around the extrusion line.

International Components

EXTRUTEX machines can be equipped with ABB, Siemens and selected German and Austrian componentsaccording to the project specification.

Complete Customization

Pipe diameter, wall thickness, line speed, cutting length, cutting frequency and cutting angle can all be considered during engineering.

EXTRUTEX – Pipe Cutting Technology from 12 to 2500 mm

EXTRUTEX pipe cutting saws are engineered for reliable and accurate cutting of thermoplastic pipes and profiles across a wide range of industrial extrusion applications.

From small-diameter thin-wall pipes to extremely large and thick-wall PE pipes, the machine configuration can be adapted to the production requirements.

With horizontal saws, vertical saws and heavy-duty star saws, EXTRUTEX provides flexible cutting technology for modern plastic extrusion lines.

The combination of heavy-duty mechanical construction, specially designed clamps, automatic synchronization, pneumatic systems, enclosed cutting hoods, dust and chip extraction, and industrial automation components from ABB, Siemens and selected German and Austrian suppliers provides a complete solution for demanding pipe extrusion applications.

For a customized EXTRUTEX cutting saw, the main technical information required is:

Pipe material + outside diameter + wall thickness + line speed + cutting length + cutting frequency + straight/diagonal cutting requirement.

Based on these parameters, EXTRUTEX can engineer the appropriate horizontal, vertical or star saw configuration for the customer’s extrusion line.