Founded in 1902, Kidder is the world’s leading manufacturer of notching machines, combination presses, universal presses and brakes. Our various notchers and presses can be used to perform the following operations: notching, pipe notching, coping, punching, bending, squaring, trimming and shearing.
Kidder machines are available in both manual and hydraulic configurations. Tooling, blades, and attachments are available for all Kidder machines as well as competitors’ machines.Additionally, we have full tool making capabilities. These capabilities include tool design and manufacture for all types of presses, etc. Over 100 years of experience is built into every Kidder product using only the best materials and components. All Kidder machines, tooling, blades and attachments are manufactured in our own shop in Vermont, USA (not outsourced). We at Kidder Metalworking believe that durability should be measured in decades, not years! Let our history work for you.
Kidder produces a full selection of both manual notchers and hydraulic notchers.
Need a new machine, or parts or tooling for an existing machine?
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Email: sales@machinetoolsjwk.com
Prices and Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Kidder 43B Notcher
Kidder 43B Notcher |
Extra heavy duty notcher with capacity for 5 x 5in notch in 1/8in inch mild steel or 14 ga. stainless.The throat is 7in deep, permiting a full 5 x 5in corner notch. Comes with short or long handles and can be converted to hydraulic operation using the HAK system |
Capacity (mild steel) | 11 ga. | Capacity (stainless steel) | 14 ga. | Max Notch in One Cut (in.) | 5 x 5 | Gage Size (in.) | 6 1/4 x 2 | Table Size (in.) | 12 x 18 | Throat Depth (in.) | 7 | Shipping Dimensions | 20in x 18in x 26in | Shipping Weight | 200 lbs.
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Kidder 70S Notcher
Kidder 70S Notcher |
Perhaps the finest shearing machine ever made. This 6 x 6in notcher has patented split head that adjust in seconds to any tap up to 1in. Blades are reversible for either splay or piece cutting, permiting 3 sided copes. May also be used as a single bladed shear for odd angles and strips to 6in wide, with any length. This machine features ISO-CAP cast iron ways and quick set gauges. |
Capacity (mild steel) | 14ga. | Capacity (stainless steel) | 16ga. | Max Notch in One Cut (in.) | 6 x 6 | Gage Size (in.) | 6 1/4 x 2 | Table Size (in.) | 20 x 20 | Throat Depth (in.) | 6 3/4 | Shipping Dimensions | 18in x 20in x 20in | Shipping Weight | 214 lbs.
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Kidder 68B Notcher
Kidder 68B Notcher |
Long the industry standard, this popular 6 x 6in gauge Notch-Master comes equipped with reversible blades. This means that you can splay or pierce cut and adds coping to your capabilities. This machine also features ISO-CAP adjustable ways. |
Capacity (mild steel) | 16 ga. | Capacity (stainless steel) | 20 ga. | Max Notch in One Cut (in.) | 6 x 6 | Gage Size (in.) | 6 1/4 x 2 | Table Size (in.) | 12 x 18 | Throat Depth (in.) | 4 3/4 | Shipping Dimensions | 14in x 18in x 14in | Shipping Weight | 84 lbs.
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Kidder 59H40 Hydraulic Notcher
Kidder 59H40 Hydraulic Notcher |
Cuts a full 7-1/2 x 7-1/2in notch in 1/8in steel or shears any length to 7in width. 14 gauge capacity in stainless. Will take a full coener notch. operation is hydraulic with jug type foot control. Fast cycling at an amazing 40 strokes per minute! |
Horsepower | 3HP | Capacity (mild steel) | 11 ga. | Capacity (stainless steel) | 14 ga. | Max Notch in One Cut (in.) | 7.5 x 7.5 | Gage Size (in.) | 6 1/4 x 2 | Table Size (in.) | 12 x 18 | Throat Depth (in.) | 12 1/2 | Electrics | 220V 3Ph | Shipping Dimensions | 56in x 18in x 27in | Shipping Weight | 550 lbs.
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Kidder 43BMP-S Hydraulic Notcher
Kidder 43BMP-S Hydraulic Notcher |
This heavy duty hydraulically operated 5 x 5in notching machine can be used for shearing, squaring and trimming. Kidders hydraulic system delivers smooth, safe power from 115VAC, under foot control. Blades can be jogged up or down in increments or reversed at any point. Machine is fully guarded. |
Capacity (mild steel) | 11 ga. | Capacity (stainless steel) | 14 ga. | Max Notch in One Cut (in.) | 5 x 5 | Gage Size (in.) | 6 1/4 x 2 | Table Size (in.) | 12 x 18 | Throat Depth (in.) | 7 | Electrics | 115V 1Ph | Shipping Dimensions | 52in x 18in x 26in | Shipping Weight | 300 lbs.
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Kidder 70-S-H Hydraulic Notcher
Kidder 70-S-H Hydraulic Notcher |
Truly the finest power notcher ever made combining smooth hydraulic force, safe convenient foot control, precision and versatility. The offset head permits full 6 x 6in corner notching in 14 gauge and also shearing of any length up to 6in. |
Capacity (mild steel) | 14 ga. | Capacity (stainless steel) | 16 ga. | Max Notch in One Cut (in.) | 6 x 6 | Gage Size (in.) | 6 1/4 x 2 | Tab Capacity (mild steel) | 1in, 16 ga. | Throat Depth (in.) | 6 3/4 | Electrics | 115V 1Ph | Shipping Dimensions | 55in x x | Shipping Weight | 425 lbs.
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Kidder 560-S Hydraulic Press
Kidder 560-S Hydraulic Press |
Combines an ironworker, punch press, bender angle shear, flat shear, V notcher, corner notcher, forming press, arbor press, and pipe notcher. This machine features powerful hydraulics with the entire stroke under safe jog type foot control.
There are standard attachments for hundreds of tough operations available off the shelf. We also offer thousands of semi-special attachments (please call for information). This machine is ideal for maintenance shop, short run production, etc.
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Horsepower | 1HP | Rating (tons) | 12 | Throat Depth (in.) | 2 1/2 | Stroke (in.) | 13/16 | Shut Height (open) | 5 1/4 | Cycle Time | 6sec | Bed Plate Sizes (in.) | 3 1/2 x 7 | Electrics | 115V 1Ph | Shipping Dimensions | 56in x 21.5in x 24in | Shipping Weight | 300 lbs.
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Kidder 56B Press
Kidder 56B Press |
Heavy duty bench mounted hand press. The 56B can perform many operations using standard tooling including: punching, notching, flat shear, angle shear, pipe notching (coping), forming, etc. Additionally, Kidder makes custom tooling in house which allows for many more options. |
Rating (tons) | 12 | Throat Depth (in.) | 2 1/2 | Stroke (in.) | 13/16 | Shut Height (open) | 5 1/4 | Bed Plate Sizes (in.) | 3 1/2 x 7 | Shipping Dimensions | 24in x 7in x 11in | Shipping Weight | 170 lbs.
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Kidder DP-24-S Hydraulic Press
Kidder DP-24-S Hydraulic Press |
Economical metal forming shop in one hydraulic machine! The DP-24-S will punch a 2in round hole in the center of a 48in sheet of 16 gauge. 12 ton rating with stay bolt, 9 ton without. This machine also offers plenty of tooling options with Kidders standard attachments. |
Horsepower | 1HP | Rating (tons) | 9, 12 with stay bolt in place | Throat Depth (in.) | 24 | Throat Depth w/ Stay Bolt (in.) | 8 | Stroke (in.) | 13/16 | Shut Height (open, in.) | 5 1/4 | Cycle Time | 6 sec | Bed Plate Size (in.) | 8 x 10 | Electrics | 115V 1Ph | Shipping Dimensions | 30in x 20in x 42in | Shipping Weight | 775 lbs.
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Kidder DP-24-X Hydraulic Press
Kidder DP-24-X Hydraulic Press |
Super press with 25 tons of hydraulic power over entire 2in stroke. The DP-24-X will punch to the center of a 48in sheet and will also shear, notch, and bend a 2 x 2 x 1/4in angle and other structurals. The effective working range is 30 gauge to 3/8in mild steel. Fast strokes, 20 per minute! |
Horsepower | 3HP | Rating (tons) | 25 | Throat Depth (in.) | 24 | Stroke (in.) | 2 | Shut Height (open) | 7 | Cycle Time | 3 sec. | Bed Plate Size (in.) | 8 x 12 | Electrics | 240V 3Ph | Shipping Dimensions | 70in x 29in x 35in | Shipping Weight | 1,000 lbs.
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