
JackRabbit®
Joint Machine
This coil-fed joint assembly machine is the fastest, most efficient way to produce multiple jack trusses.
Features
MOST EFFICIENT WAY TO PRODUCE JACK TRUSSES
- Plating and pressing are automatically initiated and completed.
- Equipped with a touch screen for easy setup.
- Features coil-fed plates on the press head and a gear-driven plate drive system with an automatic shear.
JackRabbit Joint Machine Overview Video
Specifications
OVERVIEW
The JackRabbit® coil-fed joint assembly machine is the fastest, most efficient way to produce multiple jack trusses. Works with most production materials: hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, OSB, and high-density plastics.
- No cutting or nailing
- The production table slides in and out for easy reach and visibility.
- Grooved and painted guidelines allow quick alignment.
PHYSICAL DATA
Dimensions | 6′ wide x 7′ 2″ high x 7′ 6″ deep |
Throat Opening | 2-7/8″ high x 10″ deep (from plate cutoff) |
Motor | 15 hp |
Hydraulic Reservoir | 38 gal. |
COIL AND PLATE DATA
Plate Thickness | 20-gauge |
Coil/plate width: 1″ | Coil length: 183′, Coil weight: 25.4 lb, Coils per pallet: 24, Pallet weight: 609 lb |
Coil/plate width: 1.5″ | Coil length: 175′, Coil weight: 36.6 lb, Coils per pallet: 16, Pallet weight: 585 lb |
Coil/plate width: 2″ | Coil length: 175′, Coil weight: 48.8 lb, Coils per pallet: 12, Pallet weight: 585 lb |
Coil/plate width: 3″ | Coil length: 132′, Coil weight: 56.0 lb, Coils per pallet: 8, Pallet weight: 448 lb |
PERFORMANCE DATA
Cycle Time | 2 seconds |
Pressing Capacity | 6-ton |
Operating Pressure | 1,500 psi |
Lumber Capacity | Hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, OSB, and high-density plastics with thickness of 3/4″ to 1-5/8″ |
Plate Embedment | 100% |
Direction of Travel | Top platen moves down and up |
HMI | Touch screen setup, photoelectric touch controls to press |
ELECTRICAL DATA
Electrical Specs | 208/230/460 VAC, 3-phase, 60 Hz |
SAFETY DATA
Controls | 2-handed operator control buttons |
E-stops | Pushbutton |
Safety Compliance | UL (panels), OSHA |
Labels | Bilingual or ISO |

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