Photo Index - Atlas Press Co. - 6001

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Atlas Press Co.
Kalamazoo, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Jointer
Machine Size:	6"
Submitted By:	Joseph Goldfeld

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	6001
Date of Manufacturer:	1950's
Serial Number:	007215
Last Updated	10/9/2011 8:51:43 AM

Comments:

I bought this jointer about 10 years ago from a farmer in IL not far from St. Louis. I did not restore it, just cleaned it up, changed the belt and knives to make it functional. It is missing the pork chop and I've been thinking about making one at some point, but without it I try to be extra cautious. It's been a great user, however, recently I ended up fabricating and replacing Zamak fence brackets that crumbled with ones made of aluminum. The PO had devised a very effective hopper for catching shavings that I still use. I just need to empty it when it fills up. The jointer produces a very smooth surface and even though the motor is only rated at 1/2 HP it never bogs down and is easy to use.

Photo 1:

Comments: Atlas 6001 jointer on original stand with bin catching shavings
Source: My Canon S230

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Comments: This jointer produces nice shavings that drop into the hopper
Source: My Canon S230

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Comments: Replacement fence brackets made of aluminum
Source: My S230

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Comments: Back view with 1/2 HP motor and belt drive
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Comments: Fence bracket close up
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Comments: Close up of the infeed table elevation adjuster
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