Vertical circular saws are often used for the precise cutting of pipes. Special sawing devices are used to saw pipes safely and accurately. These devices ensure a secure hold, precise cuts, and high repeat accuracy. Typical features and designs are:

1. Clamping devices (clamping jaws)

• Pneumatic or hydraulic clamping systems are usually integrated to automatically secure the pipe.
• Special jaws are often used, e.g., for thin-walled pipes, to prevent deformation during clamping and sawing.

2. Material supports and guides

• Precise longitudinal stops or position stops ensure exact cutting lengths and consistently high quality of the workpieces.

3. Special devices

• Multiple clamping allows several pipes to be clamped and sawn at the same time, which can significantly increase productivity.

4. Adjustments for different tube types

• Devices can be specially designed for round, square, rectangular, or oval tube cross-sections.
• For sensitive materials such as aluminum or stainless steel, coated clamping surfaces or softer clamping jaws are often used to prevent surface damage.

5. Sawing fixtures for bent and end-formed tubes

• Special fixtures are required for tubes that are already bent or formed at the ends (e.g., by expanding, reducing, or flanging).
• These fixtures must precisely match the geometric shape of the tube to ensure secure clamping without deformation or damage.
• Contour-milled supports or form-fitted clamping jaws are often used for this purpose, which are individually adapted to the respective bending profile and end forming.