CTD Machines Is Closed — Here's Where Former CTD Upcut Saw Customers Can Turn

If you've been searching for CTD upcut saws or replacement support and hitting dead ends, you're not alone. CTD Machines has permanently closed its doors. Here's what that means for your operation — and what your best path forward looks like.

What Happened to CTD Machines?

CTD Machines (also known as CTD Saws or Whirlwind Saws), the Los Angeles-based manufacturer that produced upcut saws, miter saws, and cut-off saws for over 70 years, has ceased operations. Their phones are disconnected and their website is no longer active.

For manufacturers who relied on CTD's UCS series upcut saws — including models like the UCS218 and UCS222 — this creates an immediate challenge: where do you source a reliable replacement, and who can support you going forward?

What Former CTD Customers Are Looking For?

CTD built a strong reputation in the aluminum, vinyl, wood, and non-ferrous cutting industries. Their upcut saws were known for:

• Large blade capacity (up to 22" on their Whirlwind series)

• Accurate, high-speed production cutting

• Compatibility with carbide blades for aluminum, plastic, and wood profiles

• Two-hand safety controls and enclosed blade guards

• Dependable Baldor motors

If these are the capabilities your shop depends on, the good news is that modern upcut saws have advanced well beyond what CTD offered — and you can get into a better machine today with full U.S.-based support.

Oz Machine USA: A Direct Upgrade for CTD Upcut Saw Users

At Oz Machine USA, we specialize in exactly the type of cutting equipment CTD customers have relied on — upcut saws engineered for aluminum, vinyl/PVC, and wood profile cutting. With over 45 years of manufacturing experience and more than 40,000 machines produced per year, we offer the reliability, precision, and support your operation requires.

Our Upcut Saw Lineup

METEOR-I 420 — 16" Automatic Upcut Miter Saw

• Hydro-pneumatic cutting process for smooth, controlled blade travel

• Adjustable cutting speed based on profile type

• Full miter range: any angle from -45° to +45°, with fixed stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°, and 45° (both directions)

• Pneumatic vertical and horizontal clamps for secure, repeatable workholding

• Safety sensor-equipped blade cover

• Standard conveyor and cooling system included

• Designed for aluminum, vinyl/PVC, and wood profiles

• Ideal entry-level or secondary-station upcut saw

METEOR-II 500 — 20" Automatic Upcut Miter Saw

• 4 HP / 3 kW motor, 220V three phase

• Hydro-pneumatic cutting process

• Fixed miter angles from -67.5° to 45° (both directions)

• Pneumatic clamping for consistent, hands-free workholding

• Safety sensor on blade cover

• Designed for aluminum, vinyl, and wood profiles

• 485 lbs. — production-floor built

  
  

METEOR-I 600 — 24" Automatic Upcut Miter Saw

• 5.5 HP motor, 220V three phase

• Largest blade capacity in the METEOR series for bigger profiles and higher throughput

• Full miter angle range with hydro-pneumatic blade feed

• Pneumatic clamp system for safe, repeatable cuts

• Ideal for fenestration, door and window frame, and aluminum extrusion operations

SPICA — Double Miter Saw

• A specialized upcut saw designed for double miter cuts, arrow cutting, 45° cutting, and 90° notching of aluminum and plastic profiles

• Dual Ø 20" (500 mm) saw blades (2 pcs.)

• Hydro-pneumatic cutting process with adjustable blade travel speed

• Double hand start for operator safety

• Includes V-cutting set and L-cutting (90° notching) set, each with pneumatic clamps

• Standard right and left conveyors (3 m) for V cutting and L cutting

• Cooling system included

• Purpose-built for shops producing corner joints, frame notches, and specialty profile cuts — a capability CTD's standard upcut line did not offer

VEGA-II — 16" Automatic and Manual Upcut Saw

• 2 HP / 1.5 kW motor, 220V

• Available in automatic or manual pneumatic clamp configurations

• Same build quality as the METEOR series at a more accessible price point

For High-Volume Operations: LEOplus Automated Cutting Center

If your production volume demands more than a standalone upcut saw, our LEOplus system adds servo-controlled head positioning and a robotized profile loading gripper — fully programmable through a Windows-based touchscreen interface. It's the natural next step for shops that have outgrown manual or semi-automatic cutting.

Why Choose Oz Machine USA Over Other CTD Alternatives?

U.S.-based support. Our team is here to help with machine selection, installation, and ongoing technical support. When CTD closed, parts support went with it. That won't happen with Oz Machine.

Production-proven globally. We manufacture over 80 machine models and supply shops across North America and worldwide. Our machines are in production environments every day — not just on spec sheets.

Broad application range. Whether you're cutting aluminum extrusions for windows and doors, vinyl/PVC profiles, or wood, our upcut saws are engineered to handle it cleanly and accurately.

Investment that holds up. Our machines are built to run for decades, with accessible parts and a manufacturer that stands behind the product.

Ready to Replace Your CTD Upcut Saw?

If you're evaluating your options after the CTD shutdown, we're ready to help you find the right fit for your application and production volume. Our team can walk you through machine specs, blade compatibility, and how our models compare to what you were running with CTD.

Contact Oz Machine USA toll-free today: 📞833-390-0060 Call us or visit www.ozmachineusa.com

Don't let downtime define your production schedule. There's a better upcut saw waiting for you.