Definitions Relating to Soft Starters and Motor Surge Protection: S

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Sanderd
A machine which rubs an abrasive surface over raw material (usually timber) to produce a smooth finish.
Saw
A machine which uses teeth or a serrated edge to cut materials.
Saw, band
A saw where the cutting edge is a long, thin strip of metal with teeth on one side. Timber mills use band saws for ripping lumber. The saw bands need to be removed and serviced regularly, often after only several hours of operation.
Saw, circular
A saw where the cutting edge is a large rotating disk with teeth on the outer edge.
Screw Feed
See Auger.
Separator
A type of centrifuge.
Shredder
A machine that tears objects into smaller pieces. The most common types are paper, plastic and wood shredders.
Slabber
A machine which consists of several saws. The slabber cuts edged logs into smaller pieces before further processing.
Slicer
A machine that slices materials. A slicer usually has more than one blade.
Stirrer
A machine which stirs fluids.

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