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RIDGID STRUTSLAYR – THE NEW STANDARD
IN CUTTING STRUT CHANNELS
Strut channels are used in a wide variety
of applications like Plumbing, HVAC, Fire
Protection, Electrical and Solar for structural
support of pipes, ventilation/air-conditioning/
sprinkler systems as well as cable trays and solar
panels. Before installing, each strut channel
needs to be cut and deburred. This activity can be
a very time-consuming task when it is done with
traditional cutting tools like an angle grinder,
cold cutting and recip saw. Depending on local
regulations and job site conditions, the user may
also need a hot work permit because of excessive
spark generation during cutting, which can lead
to downtime if the permit is not obtained in time,
according to the plan.
For addressing all these pain points and o ering
the user the fastest and safest cutting experience of
Strut Channels, RIDGID has introduced the StrutSlayR
Strut Shear Head. StrutSlayR is attached to a RIDGID
Standard 32 kN Pressing Tool and delivers high
quality, straight and burr-free cuts in 5 seconds or
less. StrutSlayR o ers a shearing operation, where
the material gets displaced, rather than directly cut;
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because of the shearing operation, there are no
grinding or sawing sparks and there is no hot work
permit needed.
Features and specifications
Portability. StrutSlayR Head weighs only 5.4 kg
and is supplied in a sturdy and compact blowmolded
case for easy and safe transportation to
any jobsite.
Size & wall-thickness. StrutSlayR features fieldreplaceable
dies and it is supplied with either a
41x41 or 21x41 shearing die, covering the most
important two strut channels sizes. StrutSlayR
can be used for cutting Strut Channels with wallthickness
up to 2.5 mm. A minimum amount of
2000 cuts can be expected from each new die set.
Compatibility. StrutSlayR is compatible with the
RIDGID Standard Series 32kN Press Tools, such as
the RIDGID RP 350 and RP 351 Standard Pressing
Tools. Approximately 140 cuts can be expected
from a single full battery charge on e.g. RP 350
with StrutSlayR Head mounted.
Flexibility. StrutSlayR is highly versatile. It can
be easily used on a workbench, on a RIDGID
TRISTAND, on the ground or even on a platform.
Accuracy. A built-in measuring guide is displayed
on the StrutSlayR to accurately measure the size
of the strut that needs to be cut. The integrated
Strut Support prohibits deformation of the Strut
channel and provides a straight cut every time.
Safety. As there are no grinding or sawing sparks
involved during the cut, there’s no need for a hot
work permit on the job site.
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FMS CAN TAP INTO SUSTAINABLE HYDRATION
SOLUTIONS VIA WHA MEMBERS
The hydration trade body, The Water
Dispenser & Hydration Association
(the WHA) is urging facilities and
estates managers to ensure that,
when procuring water dispensers, the
shortlisted suppliers are members of
the WHA.
The WHA’s general manager,
Phillipa Atkinson-Clow, said: “As many
o ice workers are getting back to the
workplace, now is a good time for FMs
to assess hydration needs. Whatever the
requirement, the answer will be found
via a member of the WHA. Hydration isn’t
enough; it must be healthy, eco-friendly
hydration.”
It is no longer acceptable endorse the
On-the-go water refill stations o ered by WHA members
use of single use bottles and in meeting
sustainability goals, installing well-chosen water
dispenser systems is a win-win.
Insisting on WHA accreditation on tender
documents means that FMs benefit from the
expertise of those who are trained to make the correct
recommendations and to install dispensers correctly.
Water dispensers are available to suit a variety of
needs. Where there is access to plumbing, mains-fed
coolers may provide the best option. If there is no
access to mains water, a bottled water cooler is best
and as containers are reused up to 40
times, they are environmentally friendly.
Workplace kitchens for use by sta may
benefit from integrated tap system. In
public spaces, on-the-go water needs can
be met with hydration stations such as
those supplied by several WHA members
installing free-standing machines o ering
water refills at no or low cost. For home or
hybrid workers, some companies install
residential dispense systems to keep sta
healthy.
WHA members carefully assess each
type of need.
Jon Wicks, the WHA’s chairman, added:
“Sustainability is at the heart of everything
our industry does. Our strapline – ‘quality,
trust, standards’ - represents all the elements FMs
would wish to see. Delivering hydration sustainably is
easy and cost-e ective if you choose a WHA member.”
Find a WHA member here. (https://twha.co.uk/
find-a-member/)
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