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Rough-Rounder, Machine

DOT Code: 690.685-334

Industry: boot & shoe
Alternate Titles: forepart rounder; rounder; sole rounder

Tends machine that trims edges of outsole and welt to conform to outline of lasted shoe upper: Adjusts width gauge, following size specifications. Starts machine and depresses pedal that withdraws knife from cutting position. Positions shank or heel seat against machine guide. Releases pedal that forces reciprocating horizontal knife against outsole and welt. Presses and turns outsole and welt against machine guide and cutting edge of knife. Presses control that regulates width of cut at toe, ball, and shank of shoe while edge is being trimmed. May cut channel (groove) in bottom of outsole near edge.

GOE: 06.04.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77