Seam cutter kit
Seam cutter in use; removed end; diagram of how it cuts only one end plate of the seam leaving the body hook and end hook in tact for wrinkle evaluation
Pliers in use opening the end hook ring; using the pliers to separate the ring from the body
Diagram of a double seam on a can, as shown in the Guide

Seam Cutter Kit (for cans)

Stock Code: 97255

7 In Stock
£96.70 ex VAT

This seam cutting kit includes tools useful during manual seam checks for quality control purposes. The kit includes:

Manual seam cutter:

  • Removes the end of seamed can by cutting off the upper rim of the double seam
  • It cuts only one end plate of the seam leaving the body hook and end hook in tact for wrinkle evaluation
  • Light weight
  • Stainless steel cutter
  • Made in Sweden

Pliers

  • Razor sharp pliers - also called snips or nippers - used to cut open and remove the end hook ring of the seam, in preparation for the end hook measurements to be carried out
  • Needle-point head
  • Cutting edges angled 21°, without bevel
  • Length of cutting edge: 8mm

The Metop® Ultimate Can Guide booklet for Beverage

  • 31 page booklet
  • Explanation of how the double seam is created with comprehensive diagrams
  • Seam evaluation methods, including the industry standard method
  • "How-to" guide including parameters to be measured with diagrams
  • 'Defects & causes' section with diagrams
  • Different can sizes

NB Specialist tools are required for manual seam checks/testing

If you are interested in the range of Metop® can quality control equipment, including video seam units and semi-auto rotating cutter, please contact us on 01404 892 100 to discuss your requirements.

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