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MALCO INTEGRATED TOOL SYSTEMS

Malco Integrated Tool Systems is a leader and innovator in professional installation tools and accessories, including brakes, saw tables, and hand tools.

Siding Tools — Vinyl

J-Channel Cutters

J-channel cutter for cutting drain tabs and notches w/ durable steel components, compound leverage handles and cushioned grips.

Nail Hole Slot Punch

3/4 inch wide nail slot punch w/ plated compound leverage handles and vinyl grips allows for expansion and contraction of vinyl siding panels due to temperature changes.

Snap Lock Punches

Vinyl snap lock punch, plated steel handles w/ cushioned vinyl grips. Used to create raised projection that locks into a piece of utility trim.

Trim Nail Hole Punch

Trim nail slot punch makes a small 1/4 inch by 1/8 inch slot for trim nails to allow for expansion and contraction.

Sider

Siding gauge for accurate marking and scoring of siding panels. Use for both rip and cross type cuts.

SideSwiper II

Straight handle vinyl siding removal tool w/ grip.

Trim Nail Punches

Standard trim nail setter for 1 1/4 inch painted trim nails.

Drivers & Screwdrivers

Cushion Grip

The same great features as all Malco drivers plus a large, comfortable barrel shaped cushion grip.

Regular Grip

Shallow fluted handles with large end bearing surface provide a sure, comfortable grip for maximum torque.

6 in 1 Reversible

Combination bits change to drive 6 different head styles or sizes.

HandSnips

Aviation Snips - Max2000

Aviation style steel metal snip for straight cuts and slightly curved cuts in either direction.

Aviation Snips: Bulldog - Max2000

Designed for notching and trimming heavier material.

Aviation Snips: Offset - Max2000

Available with either a left cutting or right cutting application.

Aviation Snips: Offset AVs

Aviation style steel metal snips for straight cuts and slightly curved cuts in either direction.

Duct Ripper

Specially angled ground tip easily punctures and rips duct to the desired length starting hole.

Forged Steel Snips: Bulldog Pattern

Big, powerful snip for straight cuts and notches.

Aluminum Handled Snip: Andy 12 Inch

12 inch (31 cm) long aluminum handled snips with heat treated cutlery grade replaceable steel blades. Available in a new, gripped, or original styles.

Aluminum Handled Snip: Andy 14 Inch

14 inch (36 cm) long aluminum handled snip with heat treated cutlery grade replaceable steel blades. Available in a new or original styles.

Andy Combination Snip for Vinyl Cutting and More!

Versatile 12-inch (31 cm) long aluminum handled combination snip with knife-like edge slices through heavy vinyl siding lockseams and other flexible non-ferrous materials with ease.

Seamers, Folding Tools & Brake

Mini Brake: Portable

Makes bends to 135 degrees in galvanized sheet steel up to 22 gauge (0.86 mm).

Hand Seamers with Die Cast Zinc Jaws

Lightweight die cast zinc jaws with compound handle leverage offer comfort and ease of use on-the-job, even when working overhead.

Seamer & Tongs: Cast Steel

Durable all-cast-steel construction, maneuverable offset and straight designs, versatile deep jaw openings, precise 135 degree bending capabilities and non-marring vinyl-gripped jaw options.

Hand Seamers with Forged Steel Jaw

Jaws are drop forged, high impact steel. Hardened steel handles resist abuse.

Folding Tool: Interlocking

Quickly adjust both length and depth with these uniquely easy to use Interlocking Folding Tools.

Folding Tool: Adjustable

Malco’s No. 9A Adjustable Folding Tool easily folds edges of aluminum siding, trim coil and lighter gauges of sheet metal up to 26 gauge (0.56 mm).

Folding Tools: Fixed Length and Depth

Folding Tools are formed from two steel halves, permanently joined together.

Tapco Tools

Brake Systems

Max Heavy Duty Brakes 10'6"

The MAX-I-MUM XL System combines the MAX-I-MUM II brake with a MAX Snap Stand and MAX Cut-off for a powerful-yet-portable commercial-grade braking system suitable for the jobsite or the shop. The system weighs as little as 133 lbs., but can easily handle thick metals, including 24-gauge galvanized and stainless steel, .040 aluminum and 32-oz. soft and annealed copper.

  • Full portability; easy single-person transport
  • Lengths of 8’ 6”, 10’ 6”, 12’ 6”, 14’ 6”
  • Weight: 8’ 6” brake, 133 lbs; 10’ 6” brake, 158 lbs; 12’ 6” brake, 190 lbs; 14’ 6” brake 217 lbs.
  • Throat Depth: 19”
  • Mouth Opening: 2-3/8”
  • Bending Capacities: All vinyl; aluminum, up to .040; galvanized steel, up to 24 ga; galvanized steel painted, up to 26 ga; soft and annealed copper, up to 32 oz; stainless steel 1/2 hard, up to 24 ga.
  • Adjustable MAX Cut-Off capacities: Aluminum up to .040; galvanized steel up to 24 ga; soft copper up to 32 oz; stainless steel up to 24 ga.
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Pro14 & Pro19 Brakes

The PRO 14 brake easily produces high-quality custom pieces for any siding and roofing application, from soffit and fascia to custom brickmold, sill trim, window casing, chimney flashing and more.

  • Efficient pulling motion of the hemming handle keeps material securely in place without interference
  • Unique toggle lock system reduces operator fatigue and excessive wear and tear
  • Independent bending handles allow for easy operation
  • Patented Moving Pivot Hinge provides increased bending power
  • Hemming capability allows for 180-degree overbends to produce more rigid panels.
  • 14” throat depth; wide, 2-⅜” mouth opening; inside working pockets
  • Available Lengths: 8’ 6”, 10’ 6”, 10’ 6” Heavy Duty, 12’ 6”
  • Weight: 8’ 6” brake, 87 lbs; 10’ 6” brake, 106 lbs; 10’6” heavy-duty brake, 127 lbs; 12’ 6” brake, 129 lbs.
  • Bending capacities: All vinyl; soft aluminum up to .030; galvanized steel up to 28 ga; copper sheet and coil up to 16 oz.

The PRO 19 brake reduces time-consuming handling and flipping of material for more efficient creation of soffit, fascia, custom brickmold, gutter aprons, chimney flashing, drip edges, window casing and sill trim, and roof flashing.

  • Efficient locking system uses a pulling motion, allowing you to remain closer to the tool when working with large coil
  • Individual bending handles also allow you to get closer to the work, compared to loop-design handles
  • Patented Moving Pivot Hinge increases bending power without marring materials
  • Dual locking handles provide fast, secure clamping
  • Hemming capability allows for 180-degree overbends to produce more rigid panels.
  • Available Lengths: 8’ 6”, 10’ 6”, 12’ 6”
  • Weight: 8’ 6” 96 lbs; 10’ 6” brake, 121 lbs; 12’ 6” brake, 147 lbs.
  • Throat Depth: 19”
Pro 14 brake system

Tapco Tools’ Saw Tables and Slitters

Offering versatility and accuracy professionals rely on to maintain high-quality, efficient production. Simple to set up and easy to operate, with the durability customers have come to trust.

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Add-Ons to Increase the Productivity and Versatility of your Brakes and Saws

Our accessory options can make your jobs even easier and more efficient. Coilers to hold our material in place. Deck extenders to accommodate larger siding profiles. The Brake Buddy to increase your profile options. A Snap Stand to provide support. And so much more.

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Brake Buddy

Up your custom game and add value to your business. The revolutionary Brake Buddy allows you to increase the style and originality of your trim work, including producing brickmold trim and decorative ribs from trim coil in just seconds.

Brake Buddy

PRO Cut-Off

Using a utility knife or open blade to make cuts on the brake is dangerous and can lead to damage. The PRO Cut-Off is an ideal alternative, offering safer, single-pass cutting precision right on your brake.

PRO Cut-Off