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The Swedish Workout Arrives: Håkansson Bi-Metal Blade Steel
Three pallets of Håkansson bi-metal bandsaw blade coil have arrived at United Products—with Darcy taking charge of incoming inspection. It has been a busy few days for deliveries at our Auckland factory. First came two pallets of No.7 meat bandsaw blade cartons, providing an unexpected leg-day workout. They were followed by two pallets containing approximately…
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35 Kilometres of Meat Bandsaw Blade Steel Arrives in Auckland
Two pallets containing 35 kilometres of meat bandsaw blade steel have arrived at United Products. Our latest shipment of European meat bandsaw blade coil is now safely inside our Auckland factory—enough blading to stretch for approximately 35 kilometres. The coil will be cut to length, welded and finished here in Auckland, ready for butchers, supermarkets,…
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LEG DAY HAS RETURNED
Two pallets of meat bandsaw blade boxes have arrived at United Products — so it looks like leg day has returned.. The manufacturer calls them “No. 7” boxes. We call them “50 boxes” because each one holds 50 meat bandsaw blades. The good news? We now have plenty of packaging ready to go. The bad…
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Bandsaw Blade Measurement Guide
This Bandsaw Blade Measurement & Conversion Guide brings together the most commonly used blade measurements, thickness conversions, width charts and TPI references in one place. Whether you’re selecting a new bandsaw blade, measuring an existing blade or converting between imperial and metric sizes, you’ll find practical workshop reference information used every day in New Zealand.…
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About Allan Breckell
Welcome I’m Allan Breckell, the hands-on Managing Director of United Products / NZ Bandsaw. I believe customers deserve practical, honest advice backed by real experience. This page shares a little about my background, how I came to lead United Products, and why I write the technical guides and resources found throughout this website. My Background…
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How We Operate
At United Products / NZ Bandsaw, we believe industrial supply should be built on quality, technical knowledge, reliability and long-term trust. We are not trying to be the cheapest supplier in the market. Our goal is straightforward: Build the best bandsaw blade company we can — with quality equipment, premium blade materials, strong technical knowledge…
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12 Metre Bandsaw Blade Manufactured & Dispatched Same Day – 67mm German Steel “Anaconda” to Taranaki
When customers need something out of the ordinary, capability and speed matter. This job involved a 12 metre long, 67mm wide bandsaw blade, manufactured from premium German steel, welded, finished, and dispatched the same day from Auckland — delivered overnight to Taranaki. At this scale, it’s not just about making the blade — it’s about…
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Why Does My Bandsaw Blade Keep Breaking? (Common Causes & Fixes)
Bandsaw blade breaking can be frustrating — especially when it seems to happen without warning.In reality, blades don’t usually break randomly. Most breakages are the result of setup, blade selection, or machine issues that build up over time.If your bandsaw blade has snapped, it’s almost always due to fatigue, incorrect tension, or a setup issue…
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Why Cheap Bandsaw Blades Often Cost More Than You Expect
Why Cheap Bandsaw Blades Often Cost More Than You Expect Many buyers naturally focus on the purchase price when selecting a bandsaw blade. If one blade costs $80 and another costs $95, the cheaper blade appears to be the obvious choice. In reality, the purchase price of the blade is often the smallest part of…
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New Guide: Understanding Hobby Bandsaw Blade Limits
New Guide: Understanding Hobby Bandsaw Blade Limits Many small workshop bandsaws use very thin blades designed to run on small wheels and high cutting speeds. Because of this design, hobby bandsaw blades behave quite differently from the thicker blades used on industrial machines. We’ve published a detailed guide explaining: • Why hobby bandsaw blades are…
