Tapco — a leading manufacturer of portable metal brakes, aluminum slitters, and gutter-hanging equipment — recently introduced a large sliding saw table. In designing the Pro-Edge Saw Table and Cutting Station, Tapco has taken the sliding saw jig used by siding contractors to its ultimate level. Siding mechanics will love this one — but it's questionable how readily the other carpentry trades will embrace this behemoth tool. Weighing the Advantages The Pro-Edge Saw Table weighs in at a staggering 130 pounds (not including a circular saw). This supreme poundage has prompted the manufacturer to include an unusual warning with the tool: "Always use two persons when moving and lifting table. Failure to do so may damage saw table and cause serious injury." No
